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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 […]