A pint and a punt: Hornby Club
Cup and Show Week is always keenly anticipated by the hospitality sector in Christchurch. It’s a chance for various venues to show off their facilities and food in great celebratory style. The Hornby Club is no exception in its excitement at being part of this special Canterbury event. The club’s celebration of Cup Week has […]
Stay in style and comfort: Fino Hotel and Suites
Mediterranean Revival architectural style typically features stuccoed walls, red-tiled roofs, and wrought iron balconies with window grilles. Lush gardens, fountains and atriums are also often incorporated as part of this style, and commonly applied to hotels overseas. Now, Christchurch has its very own example. Directly opposite the Christchurch Town Hall is the Fino Hotel and […]
Thorough-bread catering: Halswell Bakery
Fresh, delicious catering is an essential ingredients in hosting a successful event or maybe a car boot party at the races. From tasty club sandwich platters, and savouries, to custom-made birthday cakes, donuts, and sweet treats, the talented team at Halswell Bakery is your go-to for catering.Everything is freshly handmade on site, and the focus […]
Selwyn’s spring escape: Thirsty Acres
As the excitement of Cup and Show Week takes over Christchurch, consider a serene escape just 30 minutes away in the beautiful Selwyn district. Set against the backdrop of rolling rural landscapes, Thirsty Acres provides the perfect mix of modern hospitality and charm, offering a peaceful retreat from the city buzz. The scenic drive is […]
Bright smile, on Cup Day: Smooch Dental
Prevention is key when it comes to oral hygiene – having your teeth cleaned professionally at least twice a year makes a big difference to your long-term mouth health. Stanford University’s Professor Andrew Huberman says oral health is an “extremely important component of general bodily health.” The Smooch team are on a mission to continue […]
NEW ZEALAND CUP WEEK at Addington Raceway and Riccarton Park
New Zealand Cup Week at Riccarton Park – 9, 13, 16 November 2024 A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai NZ 2000 Guineas Day. All you […]
A Cup Week winner: The Golden Mile
For a fantastic bar and eatery where everyone’s treated like a local, it’s hard to pip this legend in Templeton. As we trot toward Cup Week, the Golden Mile Tavern on the corner of Main South Road and Trent Road in Templeton transforms itself into a racing mecca. On top of the usual great food […]
Pub with a personal touch: Protocol
With Cup Week kicking off, it is time to dress up, head to the races, and celebrate in the city. Looking for a place to enjoy a pre-race family brunch and Champagne, or keen to have a night out with friends after the races, you’ll find the best of both worlds at Protocol. Boasting two […]
A blooming good fête: Geraldine Summer fête
Summer is on its way, and so is Christmas, making it ideal to start gift gathering. There’s no better way to do this than enjoying a day out with with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 7 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fête is now […]
Hair from the heavens: Twiggi Hair
Bouncy, lush, and perfectly coiffed, that’s how your locks will look after a trip to Twiggi Hair, conveniently nestled within The Crossing’s plethora of boutiques. Find your dream look, before working with the Twiggi team prior to race day to create the hairstyle that brings it all together. A crew of expert stylists with years […]
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