A twist on Cup Day catering: Maroma Creative Limited
Maroma Creative Limited has sumptuous ideas for Cup Week, for all styles of celebratory feasts. \Mother and daughter team, Sally and Kate, create magic in their kitchen with a pinch of “kaos” (how they describe their fun and exuberant approach). The Twisted ladies specialise in creating bespoke cakes, delicious grazing platters […]
Flights of fancy: GCH Aviation
There’s another way of looking at a corporate or personal celebration event this festive season for Christchurch, combining luxury with relaxation and the opportunity to explore our own backyard. People are moving around in smaller, more intimate groups these days, however, they are still looking for something memorable for their next event. […]
A nosh nirvana: The Dish
Nestled in the heart of Christchurch on Montreal Street, The Dish is in a class of its own when it comes to Asian fusion cuisine. Key to its success and flourishing popularity is that this is an eatery dedicated to delivering a gourmet experience that surpasses expectations. The creative culinary genius behind […]
Going coastal for AgFest: Ruralco
West Coast’s AgFest is the silver lining to the cancellation of the Canterbury A&P Show, allowing agriculture businesses like rural co-operative Ruralco with greater opportunities to meet with farming folk. Covid-19 saw the biennial event moved from its usual autumn date to Friday 13 and Saturday 14 November – dates […]
Fusion front runner: Formosa Restaurant
Atmosphere and flavour collide at Formosa, Ashburton’s standout Asian-fusion restaurant perfect for post-race dinner, fine dining, cocktails or dessert. The Formosa experience starts from the moment you walk in the door; where you are greeted with a vibrant red brick wall emblazoned with flowers and cluster of red parasols floating above. With […]
the step masters: Ecco Shoes
Helping you look hot to trot for Cup Week 2020 – giddy up. The Ecco Shoes Shape and Vitrus collections are the latest in leather, tailored for style and engineered for comfort. With the highly anticipated event less than a month away, take this as a sign to start planning your raceday […]
A beautiful aperitif: Ataahua Wine
Ataahua means beautiful, and boutique Ataahua Wines is synonymous with North Canterbury history. “A glass of rosé is elegant, moreish and sophisticated. It goes with race day,” says winemaker and owner Stephanie Henderson-Grant. Her handcrafted wines grace select local wine lists. “Our rosé makes a fresh, pretty aperitif. With hints of cherry […]
A travelling feast: Twentyfour Catering
“Have kit, will travel” is the mantra of Twentyfour Catering. Weddings all over the South Island are a speciality, and owner and chef Chantelle Quinn can conjure the feast of your dreams anywhere, often with just two ovens and a barbeque. “We are very versatile and we have said yes to […]
Boutique bangers and bacon: Bangers ‘n’ Bacon
Bangers ‘n’ Bacon – this low-key name covers a range of staggeringly tasty gluten, dairy and allergen-free meat and small goods. For owner Pete Nolan, necessity was truly the mother of invention, and the demand for his innovations led from his home kitchen to the boutique butchery in Ferrymead. “My children […]
