Ginger Berry Fizz Recipe
We’re all about mocktails at the moment and Seedlip is the drink to drink when you don’t want to ‘drink’. Blended and bottled in the UK, Seedlip boasts many tempting qualities – say goodbye to calories, sugar and artificial sweeteners and hello to quality. The three fantastic flavours – ‘Garden […]
Destination Honeymoon
The honeymoon; that blissful life event in both time and place, when you get to have your new spouse all to yourself. Nowadays, honeymoons are an evolving rehash on tradition, to fit in with our unique and crazy lifestyles, and new possibilities the world has to offer. Nonetheless, they are […]
Locally owned & sustainable: United Fisheries
United Fisheries has established itself as a leading family-owned Christchurch business, providing quality seafood to the local market and across the globe. Founded by Kypros Kotzikas in 1974, it has grown from modest beginnings to become one of the top 10 seafood companies in New Zealand. Nowadays, Kypros’ four sons, […]
More than dentistry: Simply Smiles
From the start of her career, Jiljane Delaney from Simply Smiles has always been focused on improving health. With a strong lean toward teaching throughout her family line, she has always seen her job as more than just cleaning teeth. Recently, Jiljane undertook a diploma in Life Coaching to help […]
Best foot forward: Mikko Shoes
It’s been six months since Mikko Shoes arrived in Christchurch and opened its beautiful Victoria Street store. After a busy winter, the family-owned company has been preparing for the warm season ahead. Metropol sat down with Mikko’s founder, Michaela Longstaff, to discuss some of the new trends arriving in store […]
On with the show: Crowne Plaza’s Market Place Restaurant
No matter how magnificent the show, the evening isn’t complete without perfect pre-theatre dining. The divine Market Place Restaurant at Crowne Plaza is just a five-minute walk from three of Christchurch’s premier performance venues: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano. Market Place’s popular pre-theatre menu is available […]









