The ovens are on!

JoAnne Fryer and the fabulous team at Gorgeous Food are thrilled the business is up and running again from its premises at 66-68 Springs Road, Hornby.   The bakery began in 2005 and, in those 15 years, it has built a large and loyal client base by staying true to its vision of providing delicious, […]

Pumpkin, Sundried Tomato & Feta Ravioloni in a Sage Cream Sauce

This exceptional recipe from Pasta Vera is a delicious way to get through autumn. Serves 3-4 INGREDIENTS 400g Pasta Vera Pumpkin, Sundried Tomato & Feta Ravioloni 1-2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup chopped pecans 1/3 cup finely chopped onion 1-2 tablespoons dried chopped sage or 1/4 cup of chopped fresh sage 3/4 cup dry white wine […]

Relish this…

Leveraging two decades of experience and expertise supplying gherkins and pickled onions into many of New Zealand’s largest and most recognisable food service customers, Gordon’s Pickles has now launched an impressive range of ‘ready to serve’ quality products, available direct from the factory door.   Amongst a selection of sliced and whole gherkins, chilli and […]

Simple done beautifully

The philosophy at Culverden’s Red Post Café is all about simple food cooked beautifully.   Locals keep coming back to enjoy the quality coffee and delicious menu options, all set amongst the picturesque country villa surroundings. For more than 12 years, a long-time favourite dish has been the Salmon Souffle, a secret recipe that contains […]

The ‘fast’ life

Much positive research has been done on intermittent fasting (IF); used for thousands of years for mental clarity and health, it’s safe and effective. But it’s hard, right? New Zealand researchers have found a way to manage spikes in hunger during the fasting period and overeating as we enter an eating cycle. Developed by Plant […]

Decadent desserts in Church Corner

There is no doubt the many new eateries opening up in the Christchurch city centre are attracting a considerable number of people into the central city. These newcomers have meant that established businesses outside the CBD have been struggling, even with the most loyal of customers. Patisserie YAHAGI in Upper Riccarton, which has been providing […]

Thai to tempt

Intimate Thai dining, a picturesque setting and being welcomed like part of the family; it could only be Lemongrass. At 56 Fletchers Road Loburn, Manager and Chef Sriamorn Reavill has spent 11 years building the most idyllic Thai dining experience possible. “My dream to have a place where I can create Thai dishes for people […]

No.4 = No.1

Philip Pullman once said, “After nourishment, shelter and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.” In a stroke of luck for Christchurch, you’ll find exactly these things at the adored No.4 Bar and Restaurant in Merivale.   Offering exceptional food and drink, a charismatic setting in an original historic homestead, and […]

Artichoke, Potato & Rocket Pizza

When it comes to flavour, check out the Antipasto range from Barker’s of Geraldine. It’s the ultimate addition to your favourite pizza; either spread on the base or dolloped over the cooked pizza for an extra flavour boost. For something different, try this blanc pizza recipe created with their Artichoke Antipasto. It makes an easy […]

Unsurpassed medley of rotisserie delights

If you seek evidence that Christchurch has come of age as a cosmopolitan melting pot with its own unique buzz, look no further than Cluck Cluck Slurp.   Naturally at home in the Riverside Farmers’ Market, Cluck Cluck Slurp is the brainchild of Joe Ye (of Chinese descent), Madlen Shaw (German born) and Wayne Shaw […]