Chilli con carne
Apopular go-to meal, Chilli Con Carne is believed to have originated in San Antonio, Texas, at the beginning of the 19th century. Ingredients include meat (usually beef), chilli peppers, tomatoes, corn, and often pinto or kidney beans. Seasonings may include garlic, onions, and cumin. The types of meat and other ingredients used vary […]
Conferences & clear water: Peppers Clearwater
Shimmering lakes meet modern suites and boathouse-style villas in this waterfront resort, one so close yet cleverly concealed from the city – an escape from the confines of urban living. Views of a golf course green broaden your horizons, while the plates from the award-winning restaurant tantalise your tastebuds. At Peppers Clearwater Resort, […]
Suffrage memorial celebrated
The Kate Sheppard National Memorial to Women’s Suffrage has been entered on the New Zealand Heritage List Rārangi Kōrero as a place of outstanding historical and cultural significance. The 2.1-metre-high bas-relief sculpture, tucked away behind the Municipal Chambers on Oxford Terrace, depicts a life-sized Kate Sheppard, flanked by five other influential suffragettes. The […]
Experience great service & hospitality: House of Hop
Visiting a restaurant and brewery in one idyllic setting lays the groundwork for a pleasing sojourn with friends and family. Just five minutes from Geraldine, in the tranquil Gapes Valley is the family-run House of Hop restaurant and brewery destination. “We have made it our mission to wow our guests with amazing food, […]
Where coffee meets community: The Coffee Club Ravenswood
As one of New Zealand’s most popular beverages, coffee is a driving force behind hundreds of hospitality venues across the country. With so much choice, how do you decide where to go for your caffeine fix? Since established in 2023, The Coffee Club Ravenswood, has welcomed thousands of customers through its doors. Located […]
Airport’s new electric fire truck
Christchurch Airport has New Zealand’s first electric fire truck. The vehicle (pictured) is part of the airport’s broader fleet transition programme to have a zero-emission fleet by 2035. Airport chief executive Justin Watson says the addition of the Rosenbauer RT ensures the airport’s emergency response teams have cutting-edge equipment to keep the airport […]
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