Made fresh with love: Bunco’s Diner
We would all be the richer for having access to a local diner that makes everything from scratch, using fresh ingredients, and combining them with a lot of love. If that establishment also served great organic coffee in a welcoming atmosphere, then we would be blessed indeed. We are undeniably lucky that just […]
Dangerously easy to drink: Humdinger Gin
A well-deserved sip on a refreshing gin is more than just an in-the-moment joy. It links you through history to the 11th century, when gin was valued for medicinal properties. Its taste probably led to some face pulling, but one local company is dedicated to ensuring you won’t need a spoonful of sugar […]
Smoky chicken with chorizo and butter beans
Courtesy of Lodge Cast Iron Ingredients 200g chorizo, sliced 8 shallots, halved 500g cherry tomatoes 2 red capsicums, chopped 1 head of garlic, top trimmed 6 boneless chicken thighs, skin on 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 tsp caster sugar […]
Pop on in: The Pop Top
Summer is absolutely the time for new and fabulous things and one to look out for comes from the creative stable of TyanHaus. Ruben Gordon and collaborators proudly present The Pop Top, their gorgeous seventies styled pop top coffee caravan at TyanHaus premises. Monday to Friday 8am -2pm, Ruben is serving delicious brews […]
Let’s celebrate: Cascade
We’ve come a long way baby. We have a great deal to celebrate this festive season, and our friends and workmates are a big part of that picture. Our Christmas functions need to be extra special this year, and Cascade Bar and Courtyard and Soul Quarter in Stranges Lane are the ideal spots to […]
A taste for tomato season
When tomato season arrives, it is a sign of warmer days ahead – as sunshine and higher temperatures are peak growing conditions for this favourite fruit. Wildly expensive out of season, tomatoes are a delightful summer ingredient for creating fresh salads, delicious sauces, and chutneys, as well as quick and easy snacks. But […]
Dukkah-baked salmon with herby salsa: Miss Polly’s Kitchen
Courtesy of Miss Polly’s Kitchen Serves 4-5, as a main Ingredients 3 Tbsp dukkah 2 Tbsp lime juice 1 heaped Tbsp honey 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 garlic cloves minced 1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) side boneless, skinless salmon Herby Salsa Juice of 1 juicy lime 1 tsp sugar 2 Tbsp pickled […]
The perfect match
Seafood is one of the great delicacies in the cuisine world and a special occasion meal is not complete without the perfect glass of wine to go with it. Here are some match-made-in-heaven wine and seafood pairings to try. Mussels —CHARDONNAY The flavour of mussels changes a lot depending on the cooking method. […]
Make it a date
Now that we can come and go as we please, it’s nice to mix things up when it comes to date night, and sometimes a night in is just what we need to connect with our loved one. Spring is in the air and with love following suit, there’s a chance to eat […]
Christmas at the Crowne: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Crowne Plaza Christchurch is hosting their Christmas Day Buffet at Market Place Restaurant. All the joy of Christmas feasting but without the preparation – what could be better? Promising a day of decadence and relaxation, this December 25th Market Place Restaurant will once again be wrapped in seasonal decorations, full of holiday ambience […]
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