Peanut butter & white choc squares

Peanut butter & white choc squares: Recipes

The easiest and yummiest no-bake peanut butter slices with white chocolate       Ingredients 2 cups (approx 170g) crushed Super Wine biscuits or similar 220g butter melted 1 cup peanut butter melted 2 cups icing sugar 1 1/2 cups white chocolate melts 4 tbs peanut butter extra Method Grease and line a rectangular (32X20cm) […]

The Oaks of Darfield

Darfield’s hidden gem: The Oaks of Darfield

Located at 2171 Clintons Road, Darfield, The Oaks of Darfield, surrounded by a large stand of mature oak trees and a large garden with sunny courtyard, is sure to amaze.     It offers an intimate fine dining experience second to none, able to cater for evening dining, casual lunches, private formal dinners, weddings and […]

Start in style

Start in style

Christchurch Casino New Zealand Trotting Cup Day (November 13) is one of the most highly anticipated and prestigious events on the Christchurch social calendar so why not kick start (or finish off) this spectacular day of racing, fashion and fun at one of these fabulous establishments.   1. Start your day in style at the […]

JDV

Still partying: JDV

For the best Cup Week party atmosphere dished up with great food, beverages and a friendly professional service head to JDV in Merivale.     Cup Week kicks off `under starters orders’ on Monday November 12 with rosé tasting, Veuve Clicquot and food matching. A special Veuve Clicquot breakfast welcomes in NZ Trotting Cup Day […]

Corianders

Flavourful Fare: Corianders

Tired of the stress of the all-important Christmas function? Make the easy choice this year by choosing the special Christmas menu at Corianders Ethnic Indian restaurants.     Book now at the new Bollywood banquet room at St Asaph Street and have the option of your very own Indian chef preparing the sumptuous fare with […]

Dux De Lux

An iconic anniversary: Dux De Lux

Christchurch has some iconic places that resonate amongst us. Dux De Lux is possibly the definition of this and has been a core part of Christchurch life since 1978, starting on the ground floor in the Arts Centre, before expanding into a bar in 1987 Live music, coffee and fresh fruit juice, yes fruit juice, were […]

Hellers

Prep your platter game: Hellers

With summer fast approaching, it’s time to prep your platter game. What better way to tease and wow your audience by whipping up a stunning and tasty platter for Cup and Show Week!     Never stray too far from Hellers’ treats that never disappoint a hungry crowd. Even Brydon Heller is proud to add […]

Hulbert House

Sumptuous Southern Spot: Hulbert House

There are hotels and then there is Hulbert House; a luxury boutique hotel in central Queenstown restored from an 1888 Victorian villa that comprises of six beautiful double suites, each with their own individual flair.     All the suites have a stunning view over Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding alps. You can relax and […]

Purple Weka

Classic Kiwi-style spot: Purple Weka Café and Bar

Located at 48 Fitzgerald Ave, Purple Weka Café and Bar is one of Christchurch’s best relaxed weekend dining spots, where good fun and great service goes hand in hand with great Kiwi-style breakfasts and lunches.     With plenty of comfortable indoor and outdoor seating and onsite parking, the café offers a stylish ambience and […]

FoodStarter

A culinary competition: FoodStarter

New Zealand’s most innovative and promising food or beverage product may be quietly lurking in a local farmers’ market now and, thanks to a new competition, this time next year it could be on New World supermarket shelves South Island wide.     The competition is the brainchild of Ministry of Awesome and Foodstuffs South […]