La vie en rosé: Kim Schofield
In 2017, with zero wine-making experience, the owner of North Canterbury’s Dancing Water Winery Kim Schofield decided to make the best wine in the world. Just under a decade later, she had. Kim tells Metropol editor Nina Tucker about her vie en rosé. In a Trelise Cooper coat and pointy stilettos, Kim Schofield […]
Artful business: Ellie Compton
Christchurch architect-turned-artist Ellie Compton has built a business that most creatives dream about. Commercially successful, with months of forward bookings, she manages her own hours and spends her days making art. Ellie spoke to Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen about life, art, faith, and hot chips. “I kind of had a moment where […]
Wild style
Curated by Nina Tucker “It’s been one year since we launched. We are feeling very lucky to be here,” say brothers Tom, Ike and Cosmo behind fashion label Sylvester. For their high winter collection, Lucky, is a snug-yet-chic segue into the season, and feels like their most thoughtful yet. “We have released eight […]
Miso-glazed salmon on soba noodles
Great for sharing Serves 4-6 Prep: 15 minutes Cooking: 15 minutes “There’s something magical about miso glaze on salmon fillets,” says Akaroa Salmon chef Sam Parish, who created this dish. “Whether it’s how quickly it can be ready or the sticky transformation of the flesh as it bubbles away. Destined to be eaten […]
How to workout better this winter: Body Fit Training BFT
When wellness surveys say around 80% of people struggle to stay physically motivated during winter, one gym begs to differ. Perhaps it’s the science-backed program and community environment, or the fact its founder was Princess Diana’s former personal trainer. Either way, it works. Structured, coach-led indoor group training sessions produce personalised results in […]
Euro style: Christchurch European
Is it time for new (European) wheels? If you don’t want to visit multiple dealerships, you don’t have to. Christchurch European is home to the best of all of Europe, unlike a sole standalone dealership. In one location on Blenheim Road, Christchurch European holds all the major European brands. Test drive a Land […]
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