Meeting expectations: DCM Roofing
Christchurch pilot Iain McPhail likes to combine business with pleasure. He has been known to fly his aerobatic plane to provide quotes for roofing customers who are further afield. The advocate for the Canterbury Recreational Aircraft Club is keen to get more people into the cockpit and is also keen on setting people […]
Eat, drink and be merry: Fiddlesticks
We live in fast changing times and with continually evolving options, so making decisions can be downright exhausting. However, wondering about where to eat or drink something delicious in relaxed and elegant surroundings in the heart of our beautiful city is not one of them. Whatever the question, the answer is always “Fiddlesticks”. […]
Whisky is the go-go: Big Daddy’s Liquor
Metropol writer Nicholas Henare enjoys a wee dram, especially on special occasions. Here are his picks from the wide selection at Big Daddy’s Liquor. Scotland boasts five main areas of whisky distillation, Speyside, Lowland, Highland, Campbeltown, and Islay. Each one has its own very distinct flavour. Growing up, I used to hook into […]
Unforgettable in every way: Route 72
Half-way between Oxford and Rangiora, on the Inland Scenic Route 72, is the picturesque North Canterbury village of Cust, a bustling, vibrant community that beckons a closer inspection. Stunning views across the rural landscape to the dramatic surrounds of rolling hills and the majestic Mounts Thomas, Richardson and Oxford, makes any visit to […]
Summery, festive flair
One of the joys of Christmas in New Zealand is the warm weather, and time spent outside soaking it up. Unlike most of the world who rug up inside and indulge in warming dishes, a Kiwi Christmas lunch or dinner is often a muddle of traditional dishes, barbeque, vibrant salads, fresh crayfish and […]
RESENE: Your outdoor sanctuary
Kiwis love the outdoors, especially during the warmer months when the sun is out, the barbeques are sizzling and we can sit back with family and friends to enjoy a cool, refreshing drink. If you’re fortunate to have your own outdoor area, treat it as an extension of your internal living space. Big […]
Simply reMarkable
If your desk is anything like many of the team at Metropol, there are bits of paper and sticky notes everywhere. Tech guru Ian Knott discovers that the reMarkable 2 paper tablet lives up to its name. Nothing is quite like the tactile feel of pen and paper when it comes to taking […]
Gifts of love: Aramoana Gifts
When it comes to giving gifts, many people seek that special something that will resonate with the recipient, and be loved and treasured for a long time to come. At Auckland-based Aramoana Gifts, the team specialises in creating Māori inspired contemporary gifts, such as high quality kākahu (feather cloaks) and creative feather art, […]
Making an entrance
Creating a brilliant first impression in your home often starts with your entrance hall or passage. One of the smallest rooms (maybe) in many homes, it is key to setting the tone for the rest of the home. How you decide on a theme is individual. It may centre around a favourite painting, […]
