An old favourite made new: Viaduct

One of Christchurch’s most well-known restaurant and bars is back. Viaduct was a fixture on Oxford Terrace’s The Strip. Now, its delicious multi-dimensional menu, a large sunny balcony and exhilarating nightlife is reimagined on The Terrace.     Its sister bar, di lusso, is also due to make a comeback as an […]

In your glass: Big Daddy’s Liqour

Did you know that the word “whisky” means that it comes from Scotland, and “Scotch” and “whiskey” (with an e) generally means that it comes from Ireland? Every beverage has a story and each its own taste, colour and nuance – and it’s these nuances that make choosing your beverage something very […]

Fine furniture: McDonald and Hartshorne

In 2007 the retail store of McDonald and Hartshorne was in Manchester Street. It mainly stocked Danske Møbler furniture, along with New Zealand made furniture from both local and nationwide suppliers.     February 2011 brought serious changes to the business and it returned to doing what it did best when it […]

Destination Pegasus: Flat White Cafe

Exploring what’s on our doorstep is something Cantabrians have been doing more of this summer and there are still enough sun-filled days left to make the most of it. Scenery is one thing, but let’s be honest, you’re really after something delectable to eat. So, set your sat-nav to Pegasus Town and […]

Bright alright

If you can’t experience the colours of the world at large, paint your house in them. Or so is the thinking behind an emergence of bright, vibrant colours adorning the interior décor of homes around the globe.     Colour psychologists and interior experts alike are attributing the rise of abundant colour […]

Subdivide & conquer: Designer Homes

The housing market is full of opportunities right now, with many people thinking about what they own and the best way to grow wealth from their existing property. Designer Homes believes that subdividing is an attractive option. It can provide you with a solid investment and it’s one way to help increase […]