Tasty Taramasalata and Heavenly Hummus
Tasty Taramasalata Ingredients — Serves 8 4 thick slices sourdough bread 100g salted or smoked fish roe 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 Tbsp diced red onion 3 Tbsp lemon juice 250ml olive oil Pita bread to serve Method Soak the sourdough in water, squeeze out excess moisture, and tear into pieces. Add bread […]
Bake that brie
Gooey, runny, delicious – bake brie (or camembert) cheese is all of those. A treat for any occasion, it can be customised to personal tastes, and baked several ways. Bake it in puff pastry like a pie, in a cast iron pan Mediterranean-style, or in a ceramic dish. A wheel or whole cheese […]
An elegant icon: Crowne Plaza
In the heart of the city, the new 1851 Social Champagne Lounge at the Crowne Plaza is a recent addition to the growing number of true lounge bar options in Christchurch. Hear that magical sound? That’s the gentle pop of a chilled Laurent Perrier Champagne bottle being opened, carefully poured then placed back […]
Your own cocktail bar
Our city is home to many extravagant bars and lounges, which you can find information for right in the pages of our magazine, but for when you want to host, creating your own cocktail bar can be a whole lot of fun. Here are some ideas: 1. Come up with a theme such […]
Sweet nostalgia in a clamshell
Sometimes revisiting where you’ve been is a refreshing way to move forward. Technology is no different, and Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott goes back to the future with one such gadget. THE GOOD: • Affordable • Satisfying clamshell flip design • Large buttons • FM radio, headphones included• Bluetooth and MP3s • Long […]
Greek patio: Resene
Greek inspired decor and colours can create a relaxing outdoor space. Maximising outdoor living spaces, such as patios or decks, can provide homeowners with additional room for dining, entertaining, or relaxing. With limited real estate and floor space, making the most out of outdoor areas is crucial. One way to enhance the ambiance […]
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