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Flavour and quality guaranteed: The Vagabond Chefs

In need of a new spot for date night or a catering service for your next big event? Look local. Established in 2015 as a small food truck, The Vagabond Chefs is a Christchurch-based bar, restaurant, and catering service, whose owners spent their time travelling around New Zealand serving their delicious “Asian-inspired Kiwi classics”. The Vagabond […]

Make the Crossover

By Ben Selby The Mazda CX-30 is one of those urban crossovers that seem to do just about everything well. Now with the introduction of the CX-30 SP25, Mazda has added to the range by giving the CX-30 some extra kudos both outside and under the skin. At $45,990, the SP25 sits above the base […]

Showing the way with wool

New Zealand actor Sir Sam Neill has joined the Campaign for Wool NZ (CFWNZ) as an ambassador, lending his name and profile to educate and advocate for New Zealand strong wool. Sam, a fourth generation New Zealander, is one of our country’s most highly regarded actors, having worked across the globe in film and television. […]

A coffee bean scene: Caffe 1808

What do you look for in a café? Good coffee, a nice atmosphere, and delicious eats would be at the top of most lists. Going beyond expectations on those fronts and offering much more, is Caffe 1808 in Waterloo Business Park. Walk through their doors and be immediately hit by the distinct aroma of fresh […]

Inspired by the season: Fig Restaurant

Winter is lurking and the temperature is changing, and so are our palates. Light dishes and salads are less favourable at this time of year, while more filling hearty meals take priority. Fig Restaurant at The Elms Hotel’s newly appointed head chef Matt Davis is designing an updated seasonal menu. He’s ready to bring sensational comfort […]