Race Day Round Up

Print this story It’s the week we’ve all been waiting for. From horseracing and entertainment through to fashion and food (not to mention bubbles!), Christchurch’s most iconic event on the sporting and social calendar is creeping closer. Here’s a curated collection of some of the hottest happenings to help you celebrate Cup Week in style. […]

Are you the Best Dressed?: Q&A with Jackie O’Fee

Print this story The whispers of Cup and Show Week are starting to be heard around town, so Metropol caught up with Jackie O’Fee of Signature Style and six-time judge for Addington Raceway’s Fashion Competition to get her take on how to prepare for this year.       Signature Style is your company/brand. What […]

Heart of the city: The Crossing

Print this story Feel the pulse of the heart of the city at The Crossing, where energy and spirits are sky high. This destination shopping hub within the CBD realises what we dreamed of for our reborn city. “The vibe is great, you get the sensation of shopping in Sydney or Melbourne, wandering the al […]

Cup Week Headwear

Turning heads: Cup Week Headwear

Print this story Spring is in the air and with it comes New Zealand Cup and Show Week (NZCSW), the South Island’s premier Spring Festival. And, fashion alert, if you’re looking to turn heads, then it’s high time to start thinking about your headwear.   Christchurch sister duo behind Show Pony Millinery, Liv and Carrie, […]

The Dakins Group

Luxury Restrooms: The Dakins Group

Print this story The Dakins Group is a family business proudly run by husband and wife team Diane Dakin and Jay Ritchie.     The company is passionate about the reputation it has achieved over some 60 years of providing portable toilet and bathroom facilities for all sorts of events. “The largest events we provide […]

Ruralco

Opening doors: Ruralco

Print this story Ruralco has established itself as a card service that offers cardholders highly competitive discounts, an extensive network of quality suppliers and simple payment options with one monthly account.     It gives you the opportunity to organise all of your farming and family needs through one card and get exceptional savings for […]

The Oaks of Darfield

Darfield’s hidden gem: The Oaks of Darfield

Print this story 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 […]

Start in style

Start in style

Print this story 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 […]

LOUIS Champagne Bar

The place to be: LOUIS Champagne Bar

Print this story “We have a saying around here,” LOUIS Champagne Bar Owner Jason Whitelaw says.     “A party without champagne is just a meeting.” With twenty-five premium champagnes, delectable oysters and a menu specially designed to keep the party atmosphere going, LOUIS is where the cream of the crop will be celebrating this […]

Geraldine Summer Fete

It must be fete! Geraldine Summer Fete

Print this story Begin Cup Week celebrations early, with a relaxing country day out at the Geraldine Summer Fete – the annual event that attracts a large crowd from all over New Zealand.     Geraldine is a 90-minute scenic trip from Christchurch. On Thursday 1 November from 9:30am to 4pm, nearly 200 stalls will […]