Long term rentals vs. holiday homes: Home & Co
Have you been debating whether to rent your property long-term or for short-term holiday letting? A Wanaka-based property management company has three compelling reasons why you should choose the former. The lack of long-term houses for tenants is a hot topic. In a bid to address this, councils including Queenstown Lakes District Council […]
Happy at home
Your home is a haven – a safe place to relax, recharge and rest. The way we decorate our homes can affect our mood. There are many ways you can decorate that promote happiness, including with colours, textures and even room layouts. Decorate with uplifting artwork, such as scenic beauty landscapes, or anything […]
Pre-show dining: Crowne Plaza
No matter how magnificent the show, the evening isn’t complete without perfect pre-show dining. The divine Market Place Restaurant at Crowne Plaza is just a five minute walk from three of Christchurch’s premier performance venues: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano. Market Place’s popular pre-show menu is available between 5.30 […]
Cocktail with Lammermoor pink gin
Ingredients 3 mls Lammermoor Pink Gin 2 Tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1 1/2 Tbsp raspberry syrup 1 egg white Fresh or freeze-dried raspberries Raspberry Syrup Add 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water to a pot. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat to low, add 1/2 cup […]
Cocktail candy: Arewa Treats
Sometimes it is too early for a drink, or you are still stuck in the office and need an afternoon pick-me-up. Artisan-crafted cocktail and wine candies are the next best thing. The Arewà Treats’ gummies boast flavours of your favourite drink without the alcohol, giving you that extra burst to make it to […]
Drink, dine or stay: The Golden Mile
Whether you are looking for a place to meet with friends, cosy accommodation for a night away, or simply a delicious Sunday brunch, there’s a place that has it all. Templeton’s Golden Mile Motel, Tavern, and Restaurant is just the place to dine, drink or stay. Restaurant Family-friendly and serving delicious food for […]
Mandeville St cafe magic: Mandeville Street Kitchen
Amazing food, great coffee and friendly, smiling staff are the hallmarks of a successful cafe and that’s where Mandeville Street Kitchen ticks all the boxes. New street signage points the way to this small yet popular cafe on Mandeville Street in Riccarton, while inside is a tempting array of edibles, either made on-site, […]
Enjoy good times: Sprig and Fern Merivale
Dubbed ‘the best little local’, an English pub vibe in a century-old building is alive with friendly faces. I ts classic timber flooring weaves through alcoves, tables, booths, leaners, couches, and the sunroom-nook, through to two outside decks, at Merivale Sprig and Fern Tavern on St Albans Street. “Between Craig and I, there’s […]
Fruity salads
Cool, crisp summer salads are an ideal way to make the most of summer fruits. Melons, berries, cherry tomatoes, cherries, and stone fruits such as peaches, nectarines, plums and avocados combine beautifully with fresh, seasonal produce to create vibrant medleys of texture and flavour. Down through the decades some combinations, such as the […]
