Meet the Fullers
If there’s any pair who know how to host, it’s Marty and Naomi Fuller, and it’s not all they can do. The trophy cabinet of one of Christchurch’s best hospitality duos holds more than a few shiny awards – it’s home to something you can only win after running all seven of the […]
Sweet like chocolate: Sarah Adams of Queen Anne
In 2025, Christchurch company Queen Anne Chocolates is celebrating its 100th birthday. Owned by the granddaughter of one of New Zealand’s most iconic bakers, Ernest Adams, Sarah Adams tells Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen about this hard-won milestone. The year is 1921, and a bright-eyed, young Ernest Adams is striding up Tuam Street […]
Asparagus with poached eggs & hollandaise sauce
Packed with health benefits, asparagus is rich in fibre, vitamin K, and folate, and supports healthy digestion and detoxification. Paired with a silky poached egg and classic hollandaise sauce, this elegant dish is perfect for a leisurely brunch or a light dinner. INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed Salt, for blanching Olive oil […]
City slicker
Spring is here. Silly season just behind it. Let’s be real – we need easy, breezy outfit formulas for in between the galas and get-togethers. Laid-back shirt and jean combinations, breathable skirting that doesn’t sacrifice silhouette, and timeless accessories to take you across the city. Comfort is critical, yet chic is still achievable. […]
Cycling for child cancer: Nuk Korako
At age 71, former MP Nuk Korako is back on his bike to raise money for children with cancer. He’s no stranger to pedalling for a good cause. Former MP and Ngāi Tahu Canterbury Regional Councillor Nuk Korako (pictured) is well-known for his community-driven charity rides. He has already cycled 1417km this year […]
Catching up with Lianne Dalziel
On the fifth anniversary of her husband Rob’s death, former Christchurch mayor Lianne Dalziel was back by the tree where she married him for another milestone moment. She tells Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen about life at the golden age. She might be eligible for her bus pass, but former Christchurch mayor Lianne […]
Sonja De Mari: Fashion for a cure
What if you could travel the country celebrating New Zealand’s best in fashion, to save lives? Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with Sonja de Mari, the woman behind charitable trust Breast Cancer Cure, who has spent a decade striving to reduce our one-in-nine breast cancer statistic. Sonja de Mari has spent the […]
Jill’s journey with the Christchurch Methodist Mission
“How do we help people who may be struggling to flourish?” That one question has guided Jill Hawkey long into her tenure as Christchurch Methodist Mission’s executive director, writes Metropol editor Nina Tucker. “Who are the people missing out in society? Who are the most disadvantaged or the most marginalised? What actually needs […]
Zebra crossing
Step aside, leopard print – the zebra is stealing your spotlight. Black and white stripes are certainly timeless, and overseas trend reports show that both fashion and homewares have gone wild for zebra print. Before you ask, yes, it’s a neutral – with maximalist energy. Here’s our edit.
Art for all eyes
The city’s public art offering has a new show-stopping addition, an incredible bookshelf mural in Upper Riccarton. Fast becoming the national capital of street art, the identity of Christchurch is increasingly shaped and reflected by its numerous colourful and bold murals on buildings across the city. The latest addition to the ever-growing collection […]
