Canterbury’s Michelin men
A Michelin star each for two iconic restaurants, and a special Young Chef award… meet Canterbury’s Michelin men. Adam Harrison, head chef and forager Tussock Hill Vineyard and Cellar Door Restaurant – Awarded Michelin Star, 210 Huntsbury Avenue, Cashmere One of only two Christchurch restaurants to ever receive a star from the Michelin […]
Christchurch’s Michelin Guide
From Inati and Tussock Hill’s Michelin star distinction, to the 14 other restaurants recognised for their impeccable value for money, Christchurch’s hospitality scene has taken another step onto the global culinary stage. So who made the cut and why? Here’s what the Michelin inspectors had to say. Awarded one Michelin star Inati, 48 […]
Inside Andy Ellis’ custom home where clean design meets character
Polished features and refined textures injected with elements of Andy’s playful energy… Andy and Emma Ellis’ latest home is an illustration of Canterbury-made excellence. Andy Ellis has built a reputation that doesn’t rely on noise or novelty. The face of TVNZ’s Moving Houses and a regarded figure in New Zealand rugby, Andy’s name […]
Sweater weather
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER I don’t know if you’ve felt winter’s sharp chill (if you haven’t, I’m envious), but it’s certainly sweater weather. A lot of my friends are basking in the European sun right now – showing no shame in sharing glorious snaps of their summer situation – and I’ve found the […]
Fendalton finest
For its stunning design of a Fendalton home, Christchurch-based design practice PRau Architects has taken home a win in the New Zealand Institute of Architects regional awards. Just like it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a team to create a stunning home. From the vision of the architect to […]
Star power fashion
Curated by Nina Tucker Designer, artist, and visionary, Elsa Schiaparelli’s cosmic fascination, inspired by her astronomer uncle, was the launchpad for stars and celestial style, a now mainstream motif in fashion. And the famously superstitious Christian Dior took stumbling on a metal star on the street as a sign of destiny; he was […]
Worth the wait – Honda Prelude 2026
One of Honda’s most iconic coupes is back in production after a 25-year hiatus. Metropol writer Ben Selby discovers what’s different. While the nostalgia is real, this sixth generation Honda Prelude is a bit of a departure from its predecessors, especially underneath. Power comes from a 2.0L e:HEV Dual Motor Hybrid Four Cylinder […]
Girl in a Savage World – Theia
She grew up riding her bike around the streets of Hoon Hay, but now this Ōtautahi-born alt-pop-rock powerhouse is hanging out in Beverly Hills. Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen chats with Theia (Ngāti Tīpā, Waikato-Tainui) about music, Māori rights, and walking barefoot in liquefaction. Long before she was touring the world, releasing critically […]
Hāngi time
June is a month for hāngi as we celebrate Matariki, says Angela Clifford of The Food Farm in North Canterbury. Many schools and organisations are embracing hāngi as we start to celebrate Matariki. A Māori method of cooking food, hāngi uses heated rocks buried in the ground. Despite being an Australian, my husband […]
Instant style: The Crossing
Editor’s picks: Why I’m loving the winter palette Grass to forest greens, burgundy hues to excite you for a weekend wine, rich cocoa tones, and a chic sprinkling of silver… winter’s colour palette is what dreams are made of. There’s something so satisfying – sartorially, of course – when the fashion industry unites […]
