Baked potato, by Nina Tucker

Eat, drink, serve: Serve Social

Where in Christchurch does it feel like you’re winning even when you’re not on the top of the leaderboard? Serving friendly competition, endless laughter, and even espresso martinis on tap, the interactive game destination Serve Social is a win win. Think quiz show-style competitions, ping pong, high-tech darts, escape rooms, shuffleboard, and the […]

Winning combination in North Canterbury: Charlie and Sarah Ballam

Between them, Charlie and Sarah Ballam have worked in medicine in the United Kingdom, Australia, and the North Island of New Zealand. Now happily settled and working in rural medical practices in North Canterbury, the pair say they’d never work anywhere else. “I’m a GP. I work at a rural practice in North […]

Dolly Parton’s decadent mashed potatoes

Whether it’s her hair, music or the Dollywood theme park, Dolly Parton is known for doing everything bigger and better. She brings the same energy to her food. Like many of us, Dolly loves a spud. In an interview with AllRecipes, she says, “I’ve always been a potato person, even if it’s a […]

Access advanced pain management: Beyond Radiology

For those living with persistent neck, back, or joint pain, advanced imaging and specialist pain procedures are now more easily available to people in Canterbury. In healthcare, trust is built over time, through consistency, expertise, and a genuine commitment to caring for people. By showing up for your community, day after day. For […]

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