One of a kind: The Camden in Riccarton is a culinary go-to
If your evening involves dining out in Riccarton, you should check out The Camden. Located at Level 1, 235 Riccarton Road, it’s a one of a kind dining experience. The first thing you notice when setting foot inside The Camden, is the sheer level of warmth and refinement. The thematic embrace of Englishness brings together […]
Scrumptious selections: two best mates opened an awesome mobile cafe called “Banter” in Sydenham
Banter, a busy mobile Sydenham based café that’s got the recipe perfect, is run solely by two talented best mates. Jasmine Mears and Emma Croxson have been friends for five years and have always dreamed of merging their chef and organic horticulture backgrounds to open a business together. By 6am the cabinet is crammed full […]
Mandeville’s new heart: Apollo Projects and Ratua Holdings delivers new excellent facility for local businesses
Mandeville Village on Tram Road is open after an extensive five-year rezone, consenting and construction process by developers Ratua Holdings Limited and the main contractor, Apollo Projects. “Surveys provided an insight into what the community wanted and helped us to provide a village that meets the needs of the locals while providing a community heart,” […]
The perfect way to start your day: Lincoln’s The Famous Grouse Hotel
For residents of Lincoln, the Famous Grouse Hotel needs no introduction. Standing proudly at 2 Gerald Street Lincoln, it has been the epicentre of culinary eats, thirst-quenching beverages and great local tales for many a moon. The building itself has had many names since completion way back in 1868 however, since 2010, the Famous Grouse […]
Woo-ing the nation: Q&A with celebrity chef Josh Emett
Josh Emett heads an empire that counts some of the country’s much-loved hotspots in its repertoire, including Rātā, Ostro and Madam Woo. Metropol talks to this culinary creative about his new restaurant offering, a new cook book and Woo-ing the nation. Where did your passion for food come from? I have always loved cooking right […]
Your West Melton local: for pure pleasure and delight head in for a wood fired pizza at Two Fat Possums
Two Fat Possums is the perfect place to stop on your return leg from the ski fields of Mt Hutt. Since inception last year, it has gained a large following with locals. Anyone in West Melton after a quiet drink, dine or to hang out and soak up the friendly atmosphere should look no further. With […]
A delicious culinary find: Castle Rock Cafe is a gem tucked away in an industrial area with a stunning outlook to the Port Hills
Settled comfortably in the Heathcote hills, Castle Rock Café prides itself on catering to every taste. The café features a daily-changing cabinet full of fresh and baked seasonal products that complement the weekday menu, the tantalising all-day weekend menu and the sweets cabinet. With local, organic and free-range food, and with dietary options to suit […]
Taking root: Q&A with the couple behind Lyttleton’s Roots Restaurant
From an unassuming two-storey building on the main street of Lyttelton, a small restaurant is turning out some of the best food in the country. Headed by Giulio and Christy Sturla, Roots opened in London St in 2012 and has been making culinary waves in the port-side town. Metropol talks to the couple behind this […]
Best kept oriental secret: Hoon Hay Thai is a must visit for lovers of thai cuisine
Hoon Hay Thai is one of the city’s best kept oriental secrets. Tucked away amongst the bustling shops of Coppell Place, it is the place to be for those after the definitive Thai dining experience. It’s become a local favourite since inception back in 2013, with many regular customers dropping by for lunch or dinner. […]
High tea temptations: stick your pinkies out for the Pink Ribbon high teas at The George
The new Executive Chef of The George, Antony Page, recently filled us in on the new 50 Bistro winter menu heading our way, when the discussion moved to a charity function that runs close to Metropol’s heart – the Pink Ribbon Breakfast, supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. The George is getting behind this very […]