Andiamo al cinema! Lumiere Cinemas
Let’s go to the cinema! The Italian Film Festival is in town from 3 to 27 September, with a gala opening event to kick things off. For 11 years, the Italian Film Festival has been showcasing the best of contemporary Italian cinema and timeless masterpieces across New Zealand. This year is no different. […]
Japanese comfort food: Tanoshi
A hot, hearty bowl of ramen – umami flavour, rich broth and all – is the ultimate winter meal. Warm up from the inside out with Tanoshi’s winter menu, a restaurant borne from the traditions of authentic Japanese cuisine and infused with modern convenience. Famous for their build-your-own ramen, your bowl of goodness […]
The Rs of furniture restoration: McDonald and Hartshorne
Restore, refurbish, repair – let your favourite pieces of furniture be passed down through generations. Furniture holds memories, from antique family heirlooms to statement pieces. But often these pieces can lose their character through everyday wear and tear, or they might not suit a space anymore. At McDonald and Hartshorne, furniture restoration is […]
Where little hearts grow wings: Pegasus Nest
A thriving new preschool in North Canterbury is inviting local families to discover what makes it special during an open day on 4 July. Responding to rapid growth in Pegasus and increasing demand for quality early childhood education, a new preschool is helping local children build confidence, curiosity and a love of learning […]
3 things every side table needs
The power of three extends to the side table – but simplicity and practicality are key. 1. A focal or feature piece This is the hero of your side table and provides the tall element, and is dictated by the surface area available. For a bigger side table, choose a soft-light lamp or […]
On the table: The C table
Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen investigates solutions to the pressing issue of how to keep your coffee within arm’s reach from the sofa this winter. Say hello to the C table. Sometimes coffee tables are just too far away. When you’re settled deep into the sofa on a cold and dark winter’s evening, […]
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