A taste of local flavour: The Fine Lion
Located on the corner of East and Burnett Streets, this Ashburton restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience with a focus on high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The Fine Lion, a collaboration between Belinda and Matt Fine, reflects both the Fine family’s passion for hospitality and the lion from the Murney family crest, which is proudly engraved […]
The taste of tomorrow: The Dish
Everyone needs a consistently wonderful Asian-fusion restaurant in their life; a place where flavours are stunning, staff are friendly, and the ambience is relaxed yet stylish. For five years now, Christchurch has been lucky to call The Dish restaurant one of those places. Enjoy everything from a mid-week lunch catch-up with friends to a business […]
Secure the best setting: Cashmere Club
With spring in full swing and Cup and Show week just around the corner, event season switches into top gear. If you have a Christmas gathering coming up, it’s time to contact Kayla Woolley, events manager at the Cashmere Club, to secure your booking at a venue that will please everyone. “The Garden Bar, which […]
Cocktails with bite: Tiger Baby
Inspired by the owner’s roots in Chennai, this downtown favourite is beautifully decorated in a charming, South Indian style. Lush, colourful, and richly textured, the moment you step inside Tiger Baby, you will know you’re in for a good time. The food and drinks menus are fun and packed with character. A range of spiced […]
German potato pancakes
Crispy, golden brown and hearty, these German-style pancakes are great for breakfast, lunch, brunch or even a light dinner. They’re best served hot, with sweet or savoury sauces or toppings. INGREDIENTS 4 medium potatoes, peeled 2 Tbsp grated onion or chopped chives 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup plain flour 1/4 Tsp baking powder (optional) Pinch […]
Savoury summer spuds
The humble potato has long been a staple food for many cultures across the world, and it’s no wonder given its versatility. From fries to gnocchi, hash browns to oven baked, and dauphinoise to creamy mash, potatoes, or spuds, are found in most kitchens, making it a truly global food. The potato was domesticated in […]
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 […]
Sensational Tomato, Cucumber, Feta + Smashed Olive Salad
INGREDIENTS Pickled red onion: – 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced – 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar – 1/4 Tsp sea salt For the pickled red onion, add the sliced red onion, apple cider vinegar and salt to a bowl. Toss to combine and allow the onion to pickle for at least 10 minutes. Preserved […]
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 […]
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