Cosy comfort
Braving brisk weather to head to the office and run errands, or staying in and snuggling up by the fire – the sartorial brief is the same: cosy and comfortable with a side of chic. Maintaining a wardrobe that can do both is key. If you’re looking to keep up and in need of inspiration, […]
Clothing speaks with Morghan Bradshaw
Morghan Ariki Bradshaw creates a ‘second skin’ for people who wear her clothes. With a newly-launched space in the heart of the city, the Ōtautahi designer catches up with Metropol editor Nina Tucker ahead of her fashion show at Majestic on Durham come 24 May. Morghan Bradshaw’s favourite thing about Ōtautahi is the people within […]
Racewear reign: Interview with Danni Alfeld
Danni Alfeld attended her first Cup Day at three weeks old. Was becoming New Zealand’s most fashionable racegoer her destiny all along? Metropol editor Nina Tucker finds out. New Zealand’s best is Canterbury’s own – Danni Alfeld took out The Ned Prix de Fashion at Ellerslie in March. Her winning look was a striking bronze […]
Mulled wine NZ pork with red cabbage casserole
Mulled wine NZ pork melts in your mouth in this hearty and spicy slow-cooker dish. INGREDIENTS 1.4kg boneless NZ pork shoulder, rind removed (look for the PigCare™ and 100% New Zealand Pork, Bacon and Ham labels) 3 star anise 2 cinnamon sticks 2 teaspoons caraway seeds 6 whole cloves 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped coarsely […]
The curation of a legendary career
The work of esteemed contemporary Māori sculptor, the late Fred Graham, is being showcased in Toi Whakaata / Reflections, an exhibition coming to Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū in late May. A touring exhibition provides a rare opportunity for Ōtautahi to see wood, stone and steel sculpture works made by a legend of […]
Classic apple pie
With an elegant lattice top, this apple pie is classic comfort food at its finest. Sweet buttery pastry complements a spiced apple filling for a delicious rustic treat. INGREDIENTS | Serves 8 6 large apples, peeled and diced 3 Tbsp butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup white sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 1 Tsp […]
Gripping gusto: Lotus Emira Turbo First Edition
As Lotus ventures ever closer to being an EV-only luxury car maker, the Emira seems to be the UK-based brand’s last with an internal combustion heart. Metropol writer Ben Selby shares more. I became rather besotted with the Emira V6 manual when I tested it for Metropol last year, so I was dead keen to […]
This calls for comfort food: Potato Top Sausage Bake
Comfort food comes second nature to Kiwis – even more so at this time of year. No, comfort food isn’t usually a healthy, nutritious meal. It’s a treat that collects and contains memories. A bite of baking that transports you back to your grandmother’s kitchen, or a spoonful of crispy potato bake that you couldn’t […]
Nature inside: The houseplant renaissance in urban living
In an era where many of us spend more time indoors and at our screens, the humble houseplant is having a moment – and it’s more than just a design trend. By Tamara Pitelen. Urban homes and apartments across Christchurch are embracing a leafy revival, turning interiors into calming green sanctuaries that nourish both style […]
The many styles of yoga in Christchurch
Breathe in, bliss out, balance or burn – whatever you need, there’s a yoga style to suit, writes Tamara Pitelen. From hot, steamy studios to serene slow flow and gravity-defying aerial yoga, Ōtautahi thriving wellness scene offers yoga for every body and mind. Here’s a few of the styles and where you can find them. […]