Pub with a personal touch: Protocol
With Cup Week kicking off, it is time to dress up, head to the races, and celebrate in the city. Looking for a place to enjoy a pre-race family brunch and Champagne, or keen to have a night out with friends after the races, you’ll find the best of both worlds at Protocol. […]
A blooming good fête: Geraldine Summer fête
Summer is on its way, and so is Christmas, making it ideal to start gift gathering. There’s no better way to do this than enjoying a day out with with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 7 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fête […]
Hair from the heavens: Twiggi Hair
Bouncy, lush, and perfectly coiffed, that’s how your locks will look after a trip to Twiggi Hair, conveniently nestled within The Crossing’s plethora of boutiques. Find your dream look, before working with the Twiggi team prior to race day to create the hairstyle that brings it all together. A crew of expert stylists […]
Botanic Gardens tour & Punting on the Avon: Christchurch Attractions
The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. The 50-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle departs from behind the Peacock Fountain and travels through the key garden areas, offering a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area. Discover […]
WOW winners
The 2024 World of WearableArt™ (WOW) supreme award went to designer Grace DuVal from the United States for her garment, Curves Ahead. It was her sixth time entering WOW, and her sixth award win, although the first time she has received the supreme award. The runner-up was He art, by Xuancheng Liu & […]
A Sunday suggestion: West Melton Community Market
A strong sense of community in the West Melton township led to the establishment of their community market three years ago. Today, the market has gained such a reputation for the variety of its stalls and casual, friendly vibe that people from outside the area often visit. There is also a waiting list […]
Your home’s little nest
Cute, quaint, and fabulous space-savers, nest tables are a re-emerging trend as people look to maximise their rooms. Typically, they come in sets of two, three, or four. Each table in the set gets progressively smaller in size so they can be ‘stacked’ together. So when you need it, you have the surface […]
German potato pancakes
Crispy, golden brown and hearty, these German-style pancakes are great for breakfast, lunch, brunch or even a light dinner. They’re best served hot, with sweet or savoury sauces or toppings. INGREDIENTS 4 medium potatoes, peeled 2 Tbsp grated onion or chopped chives 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup plain flour 1/4 Tsp baking powder […]
Savoury summer spuds
The humble potato has long been a staple food for many cultures across the world, and it’s no wonder given its versatility. From fries to gnocchi, hash browns to oven baked, and dauphinoise to creamy mash, potatoes, or spuds, are found in most kitchens, making it a truly global food. The potato was […]
