African Influence: Leading the culinary charge
Asian flavours have been leading the culinary charge for the last few years, with vindaloo, Thai curry and sushi almost staples of the Kiwi diet. And, while Asian cuisine isn’t going anywhere, we’re looking to what’s next in spicy, flavourful, ethnic cuisine and it seems the big, bold flavours of Africa are increasingly making their […]
A tipple of truffle: The whopping 1.37kg black Périgord truffle
It’s bottoms up as a record-breaking New Zealand truffle has infused a tasty new brew. The giant truffle unearthed in North Canterbury has found its way into a special-edition local ale. The whopping 1.37kg black Périgord truffle was dug up by Jax Lee, General Manager of Kings Truffles in Waipara, after her five-year-old […]
Addington’s local: Milieu
At 112 Wrights Road there is a well-known café that people in the Addington area flock to, Milieu. With freshly made scones and muffins, and stunning C4 Coffee made by great barristers, it’s no wonder its reputation for the place to meet for business or pleasure is so highly respected. Open 9am-3pm Saturday […]
Culinary Capers: Canterbury bride
When it comes to weddings of 2018/2019, it’s all about making it your own. So not surprising then, this clever customisation is making its way through to the menu. Although it’s the sentiment of the day that wins out in the end, marking your commitment as a couple, fact is, how it all […]
On a Roll
The sweet little treat on everyone’s lips, Thai rolled ice cream – or stir-fried ice cream – is the latest in a long line of street food inspired selections to hit the culinary consciousness. Throughout the world, small ice cream parlours are drawing big crowds, to watch as clever artisan producers make magic; […]
Josh Emett’s Long Lunch: Q&A with Josh Emett
This year’s Veuve Clicquot Long Lunch at Rata in Queenstown celebrated 200 years of the champagne and featured the theme Colourama. One of New Zealand’s most beloved celebrity chefs – Josh Emett – unleashed his culinary creativity on the prestigious event. I managed to get a few questions to the maestro himself. I watch […]
Pedal out Rolleston way: The Pedal Pusher Rolleston
Whether you are simply after a pint after work, or a delicious meal with your nearest and dearest, The Pedal Pusher Rolleston, open seven days from 9am till late, is a firm favourite in the community. Host Rami knows the ethos and soul of The Pedal Pusher Rolleston better than anyone. He and his team […]
Star of the Show: Recipes
Star anise is the star of the culinary show with these chocolate fondant cakes with orange ice cream, adding spice to what is a fairly traditional cake. Ingredients For the orange ice cream 300ml double cream 300ml full fat milk 1 orange, zest and 2 tbsp juice 6 egg yolks 1/2 cup caster sugar For […]
Chasing culinary perfection: Christchurch Food Chase
If you’re a foodie that’s always on the lookout for exceptional eats throughout the city, or you’re a hospitality hotspot chasing the perfect recipe, the Christchurch Food Chase will be right up your alley. A two-week three-weekend spectacular, all in the pursuit of the perfect dish, the Christchurch Food Chase will bring together restaurants from […]
Plant-based perfection: Auberge
Taking its name from the classic French village inns which start the day as a café, then transition into a wine bar/folk music playing/restaurant at night, Auberge opened in Sumner, May 2018. Managers Naomi Darvill and Matt Dobson describe Auberge as a movement restaurant. “We have dynamic sustainable goals and community values, but our core […]
