Welcome to the woolvolution
Can wool do it all? Maybe. The natural material is experiencing a resurgence – yet the revolution in question is something many Kiwis have been at the head of for decades. Locals champion wool’s potential and versatility, leading to the innovative ventures you will discover within this feature. Find it in different forms […]
Sustainability’s seat at the table
Nose-to-tail eating is a growing practice as society shifts towards sustainable eating. You might shudder at the thought of consuming animal liver, heart, or brains, yet offal disguises itself often – sausage skin usually derives from sheep or pig intestines, while pâté is made with liver. Aside from the uninviting impression of eating […]
Thread lightly
Curated by Nina Tucker. Wool can do no wrong in my books when it comes to autumnal and winter wardrobing. Its naturally luxurious aura affords a sophisticated, flawless outfit effortlessly – whether you’re styling a woollen vest, mini skirt, structured cardigan, or oversized coat. Stay classy – and cosy – with wherever your […]
Luxury apartment on New Regent St: Elysian Du Regent
For lovers of luxury, high-end accommodation in the soul of the city. The quintessentially quirky and vibrant New Regent St is now home to the city’s newest and most well-appointed prestigious address. The good news is that it’s yours to rent. Thanks to the major renovation efforts of Christchurch’s Gill family, 1 New […]
Feijoa and almond shortcake recipe
The Kiwi fixation for feijoas shows no signs of abating. Can you hear that sound? It’s the sound of feijoa trees up and down the country groaning under the weight of their generous and ripening bounty. That’s right, it’s feijoa season. Suddenly, the small, green rugby-shaped fruit are everywhere. People leave boxes of […]
Renowned filmmaker: Turning failure into success
Among the University of Canterbury honorary autumn graduates was internationally acclaimed filmmaker Dame Gaylene Preston. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch looks into the story behind the university’s new Doctor of Letters. Gaining a degree at age 77 adds another episode to Dame Gaylene’s successes, although it is not her final chapter. She’s already under […]
Designing with purpose: Jenny Joblin
Jenny Joblin, founder and creative director of urban streetwear label Federation, was 17 when she lost her mother to breast cancer. Today, it’s what drives her to support research funding through fashion, writes Metropol Editor Nina Tucker. “I have no words for the ramifications of losing our mum as teenagers,” Jenny says, her […]
Ethereal enchantress
We’re interrupting regular programming to bring you sartorial inspiration for those tropical escapes ahead. While you flee the cold, we’re here to fatten your suitcase. If you’re swapping cosy sweaters for floaty fashion in the coming weeks, pack playful pieces with romantic charm. My advice? Embrace dressing adventurously overseas – chances are you […]
Yo ho ho, & a bottle of rum
Christchurch rum aficionados recently sampled cocktails created by internationally acclaimed mixologist Alastair Walker (pictured) and Matthew Barnsley. E xclusive tastings at DramFest 2025 and the Austin Club showcased rare single-marque bottlings from Appleton Estate’s Hearts Collection, including the 2002 and 1993 vintages, and the rare 17-Year-Old Legend. “The appetite for premium, complex rums […]
Arriving in style – helicopter weddings
Love is in the air – literally – when you elevate your wedding by helicopter. For an unforgettable wedding, there’s not much that beats taking your vows in a snowy mountaintop ceremony, high up in the Port Hills of Canterbury, overlooking the sea, on a golden sandy beach, or on a rocky backdrop […]
