Couch be tamed
Unleash your interior’s wild side with safari-inspired interiors. Sleek, chic styles lend themslves to a wintry palette, with a pinch of whimsy.
Coffee and ocean views: Barista Binks
Superb coffee, a warm welcome and stunning ocean views make this Mt Pleasant community café a place you’ll love coming back to. In September 2024, Barista Binks opened its doors in the community centre of Mount Pleasant. It was the realisation of a long-held dream for owner Talen Hignett and in those first […]
PACKING a PUNCH
It’s easy to appreciate the appeal of a Mini, writes Metropol’s Ben Selby. While the current model has evolved considerably from the original design by Alec Issigonis introduced nearly 70 years ago, the qualities that define a Mini – its enjoyable driving dynamics, vibrant personality, and engaging experience – remain evident. In terms […]
Elevated home décor: Urbano Interiors
How do you bring timeless style into your home? A curated mix of artisanal pieces, bespoke furniture, and hand-picked heritage brands. For more than a decade, Urbano Interiors has been the home of upscale home design, furniture and décor. Showcasing ranges that celebrate style, high quality, and timeless New Zealand and International design, […]
Canterbury’s finest flavours
Fourteen Canterbury food businesses have been named medal winners in this year’s Outstanding Food Producers Awards (OFPA). No matter which way you slice it, Canterbury food businesses have taken home a haul of medals from the latest Outstanding Food Producers Awards (OFPA). Now in its 10th year, this year’s head judge, internationally renowned […]
Choose a trusted kitchen: Kitchen Studio
Building a house or renovating your kitchen? Why not partner with a kitchen designer voted most trusted in New Zealand for the 10th year? With over 40 years spent perfecting kitchen design and installation, Kitchen Studio creates bespoke kitchens crafted specifically for how you live. “Our process is highly customer-focused,” says Christchurch store […]
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