EYE of the TIGER: Blackwells
Synonymous with the strength, speed and commanding presence of the tiger, Chery’s Tiggo is taking over the Christchurch cityscape, finds Metropol writer Ben Selby. Founded in 1997, the Chery brand has fast become one of the largest vehicle exporters globally, selling 14 million vehicles worldwide. Having re-entered our market with a wide selection […]
Tempura oysters with kelp & miso sauce
Delicate and delicious, this beautiful dish of tempura oysters is great when you want your sharing platters to feel elevated. Ingredients • 1/2 sheet dried nori • 1 tsp sesame seeds • 1 fresh small lime, zest only • 100g flaky sea salt Miso dipping sauce • 60g miso paste • 20ml rice […]
Yarns and laughs: Chris Parker
What do Christchurch Boys’ High, felt hats, Celebrity Treasure Island, and knitting have in common? Award-winning comic and Instagram star Chris Parker. Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen sits down with the indefatigable comedian. In an increasingly AI and tech-obsessed world, knitting is a revolutionary act, says Chris Parker. We are talking on the […]
‘Operacore’ in Ōtautahi: Editor Nina Tucker
American-French actor Timothée Chalamet’s dismissive claim that no one cares about opera and ballet anymore couldn’t be further from the truth. Aotearoa’s return of Bizet’s early masterpiece The Pearl Fishers after a 24-year hiatus suggests quite the opposite: opera is more grand and glamorous than ever. The staging from 14 to 18 October […]
The sartorial stage
By Nina Tucker The love affair between fashion, opera and performative art – and why a new staging of Bizet’s early masterpiece, The Pearl Fishers, read the trend right as it arrived on our shores. Jackie Kennedy said “pearls are always appropriate”. Now, more so than ever. It’s the year of the opera […]
Trend report: Up in arms
As temperatures rise, so do our sleeves. The three-quarter sleeve and capri pant returns this spring, with global icons like Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy known for the style. Sacha O’Connell-Johnstone investigates for Metropol. With the promise of spring just around the corner, comes reason to swap the maximalism of winter for a little more skin. […]
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