Super salad
Fresh seasonal salad days are here, coinciding with cheese month. To celebrate both, this page, and page 56, have two cheesy salad recipes from Canterbury’s own cookbook queens, Margo Flanagan and Rosa Powers. Enjoy. HERBY QUINOA AND HALLOUMI SALAD Feeds: 4 Prep time: 15 minutes INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup quinoa 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 head […]
An enduring legacy: Te Pae Christchurch
Creating memorable experiences that respect our planet and the goals of clients is an impressive feat, even more so when it minimises our environmental footprint, and maximises each event’s impact. Located in the heart of our city, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre specialises in delivering seamless meetings, conferences, and events. Modern flexible spaces, eco-friendly practices, […]
A feast of festive indulgence: Crowne Plaza’s Market Place Restaurant
This Christmas Day, indulge in flavours like never before. Executive Chef Ritvik at Market Place Restaurant, inside the Crowne Plaza, has crafted a buffet that blends much-loved classics with exciting new offerings. The menu features sage and onion stuffed turkey, whole-baked Akaroa salmon, honey-glazed ham, and roasted Canterbury lamb, among other delights. For a touch […]
Superb spring spots: No. 4, Beach, Fiddlesticks
As the warm weather and daylight begin to sprawl out gloriously, you’re surely on the lookout for a tasty bite and a springtime tipple or two. Try taste-testing these recommendations. No. 4 A hidden gem in the heart of Merivale. For over two decades, this fabulous bar and eatery has served hearty meals and poured […]
Eggs Royale
A classic breakfast, based on the traditional favourite Eggs Benedict, the key ingredient is hot smoked salmon. This recipe (also known as Eggs Halifax) can be served so many ways, depending what greens are in season, for example asparagus is a go-to from September through to December. Try wilted spinach for Eggs Florentine, salmon and […]
Keeping it local: Brighton Beach House
Staying “on top” in the hospitality industry has become much harder in recent times. So much depends on offering customers that little bit extra or something innovative to keep them coming back. Brighton Beach House is one café and restaurant that has worked hard to develop a unique, casual “local” vibe which, coupled with contemporary […]
Trailblazers in Indian cuisine: MG Road Eatery
The 2020’s feature self-care, and that’s a lot about what we put in our bodies. The challenge is to remove the tricky additions that we love but don’t love us back yet retain the zingy and authentic flavours that give taste buds a fabulous workout too. If eating clean is important, the great news is […]
Egg-cellent breakfasts
Eggs are a great source of protein, are packed with vitamins and minerals, and make a favourite breakfast or brunch dish for many New Zealanders. Hard boiled, soft boiled, fried, scrambled, poached or in an omelette, eggs are such a versatile food choice that it is hard to go past them. A large 50g hen’s […]
Scream for ice cream
Kiwis love their ice cream, especially during the warmer months. From masala with red chillies and coconut, to kūmara caramel walnut crush (tasted at July’s national ice cream and gelato awards), to classics such as vanilla, and hokey pokey, ice cream is one of our favourite must-haves. About 233 New Zealand-made ice creams and gelatos, […]
Let us eat lettuce
Breaking out the iconic Kiwi chips and onion dip may still be okay for a backyard barbecue, however like Oliver Twist, many people want more. Not more chips and dip, more options in this instance, and there are plenty to choose from. You can start with your friendly neighbourhood caterer, have guests bring a plate, […]
