Geraldine gastropub: House of Hop
Old-fashioned hospitality, a petting zoo, craft beer, and real food made from scratch make this rural restaurant and brewery near Geraldine the perfect country escape. Located 10 kilometres from Geraldine, the House of Hop gastropub and brewery is so much more than a beautiful spot to get a great bite to eat. Set […]
Crunch time: Canterbury Pet Food
From pioneers of the raw diet for pets in Canterbury, a new dried treat range is making meal time crunchier. Training treats, food toppers, healthy snacking and daily rewards, your pet’s raw diet can extend beyond the bowl thanks to a new ‘Ultimate Crunch’ range introduced by locals Kim and Stu Free from […]
Beer-battered fries
Serves: 4 Ingredients • 4 large potatoes, Agria or russet • Neutral oil for frying (beef tallow, lard, ghee, refined olive oil) • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 2 Tbsp cornstarch • 1 tsp baking powder • 1 tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet) • 1/2 tsp onion powder […]
Timeless wool classics: The Wool Company
You can’t beat the classics, and you’ll never regret buying quality. New Zealand-made slow fashion that offers quality and longevity is an investment that will never go out of style. “People are more focused on classic pieces in styling that will stand the test of time,” says Margot Riach, owner of The Wool […]
New Zealand Fashion Week Day 1 Wrap with Mima Lewis Gourdie
Start your engines… New Zealand Fashion Week is here. This is your daily wrap with New Zealand Fashion Week Head Dresser and Metropol Magazine‘s NZFW correspondent Mima Lewis Gourdie! @mimalg_studio MONDAY – OPENING NIGHT ‘The Art Of Style’ In it’s 25th rendition, NZFW is on the resurgence after new ownership, and it’s gotten […]
Clothing candy: Fashion Works Hanmer
Spring is just weeks away – a celebrated time for renewal, and preparing for the occasions of the season. From restaurant dates to the races, the calendar once again fills with fun. Dressing for each event means finding the right outfit for you and the occasion, whether you’re a wedding guest or heading […]
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