Shoe business: Issimo Christchurch
There’s no business like shoe business and no-one knows that better than Belinda Blanchfield. With an obsession comparable to that of Sex of the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, Belinda was born to surround herself with shoes. With her family, she opened Issimo Christchurch in Merivale, a women’s footwear and fashion accessory boutique. Stocking brands […]
Asian fusion reaches for the stars: The Dish
Asian fusion dining is booming in Christchurch, and it’s easy to see why. By blending bold flavours and culinary techniques from across Asia, chefs are creating vibrant, flavoursome dishes that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs. Whether you’re after a quick lunch, a pre-show dinner near the Town Hall, […]
Festive feast: Crowne Plaza
Take the stress out of the festive season with an all-the-trimmings, indulgent buffet experience on Christmas Day. If you want all the joy of Christmas without the pressure, cooking, and mountains of dishes, mix things up this year and celebrate your Christmas Day with a decadent buffet experience at Market Place Restaurant in […]
Barbecued skirt steak with jalapeño salsa verde
A great summer barbecue dish, skirt steak is quick, easy to cook, and relatively cheap. It’s particularly tasty topped with this spicy, tangy green sauce. This recipe, from The Hungry Cook by Olivia Galletly, suggests serving the steak with roast baby potatoes, but it works well with a range of sides and salads. […]
Move over Martha – The Hungry Cook
Want to give hosting queen Martha Stewart a run for her money? This recipe for a buttercup squash and brown rice salad from The Hungry Cook by Olivia Galletly is sure to impress. The generous amount of fresh herbs enhance the flavour of the sweet baked squash and the mild spices mean the […]
Asparagus with poached eggs & hollandaise sauce
Packed with health benefits, asparagus is rich in fibre, vitamin K, and folate, and supports healthy digestion and detoxification. Paired with a silky poached egg and classic hollandaise sauce, this elegant dish is perfect for a leisurely brunch or a light dinner. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed Salt, for blanching Olive oil […]
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