Return of a delicious delicacy: Red Post Cafe
The season of happiness has arrived. And we aren’t just talking about the warmer days. It is officially whitebait season! A delicacy that holds a special place in the hearts and bellies of Kiwis, a whitebait fritter is always a long-awaited delight that arrives along with spring. Red Post Café in Culverden is […]
Delectable Victorian treats: Penny Black Victorian Tearoom
Victorian society was renowned for its high tea. Scrumptious scones (with jam and cream), Battenberg cake, lemon posset and other traditional treats were all on the menu for the aristocracy. Those same delicacies are still highly regarded these days and high tea is often a treat for special occasions. In Christchurch, there’s nowhere […]
One for the road: Milton St Substation
Christchurch’s newest mobile bar truck is enroute. This ultra-rare 1969 Nissan Patrol travelled from the West Coast to Ōtautahi to continue its long working history. Clark Mauger from Milton St Substation sought out the genius behind some of Aotearoa’s best bar truck restorations, Flaxton Iron (led by Glen O’Neill), to spruce it up […]
Thorough-bread catering: Halswell Bakery
Whether you’re hosting an event or planning a car boot party at the races, the talented team at Halswell Bakery can provide fresh, delicious catering to suit your requirements. From tasty club sandwich platters, bacon and egg slice, quiche, and savouries to custom-made birthday cakes, donuts, and sweet treats, everything is freshly handmade […]
Cup Day Champagnes: Big Daddy’s Liquor
“Why do I drink champagne for breakfast? Doesn’t everyone?” asked Noel Coward. Metropol writer Nicholas Henare agrees with him, suggesting a visit to Big Daddy’s Liquor is just the thing to sort out your bubbles. Champagne adds a sparkle to any occasion, including breakfast. Sitting on my coffee table is a large bowl […]
Ready, set, picnic
Summer calls for the beach, parks and picnics, and we have you covered to create the ultimate set up for your family outing. Set the scene with every part of your set up, from a trendy and transportable picnic blanket to create a canvas for your spread, to a classic woven picnic basket […]
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