Hear clear as a bell: Bellbird Hearing
One of life’s milestones is admitting that your hearing isn’t what it used to be. When the time is right to address the issue, you want to be treated like an individual. You want your lifestyle aspirations met, and not be treated as an average of the clients that have been in this […]
A caffeine fix affogato
If you’re looking for a unique and delicious dessert to try, an affogato is a must. It is one of Italy’s most delectable modern dishes and the contrast between the hot, intense espresso and the cold, creamy ice cream creates a heavenly taste sensation that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. See […]
Espresso yourself: Coffee Worx
Coffee taste preference is intensely personal, but a great tasting coffee has the power to change your day. Owner of Coffee Worx, a Christchurch based roasting and supply company, Deb Riach says “coffee is an emotional product”. “There is a mystery about it, an alchemy that brings an uplift to people when quality […]
Spicy starters
Many recipes use aromatic spices, and ingredients to transform bland into delectable, mouth-watering temptations from snack to starters, to entrees, mains, and even desserts. Eggplants, beetroot, fish roe, saffron, cumin and sumac are among the most popular, not forgetting firm favourites such as chillies, garlic and ginger. Throw in some paprika, toasted sesame […]
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 […]
