The joy of painting: Art Metro
An art school, gallery and supply store, Art Metro helps make Canterbury the creative place it is. Metropol sits down with Malene Reynolds Laugesen to ask a few questions about her teaching role at the Papanui studio. WHEN DID YOU BEGIN TEACHING AT ART METRO, AND WHAT BRINGS YOU THE MOST JOB SATISFACTION? […]
Culinary quality: the Quality Hotel Elms holds impressive restaurant offering ‘Fig’
As the name suggests, Quality Hotel Elms at 456 Papanui Road, oozes quality. From the standard, superior and deluxe accommodation, to the smiling customer service of hotel staff, you would seldom find a better place to stay in Christchurch. However, if the idea of dining out takes your fancy, then the Elms restaurant and bar, […]
A TAD classy: Pegasus and Papanui boast upmarket duo of boutique fashion destinations
The best designer clothing is supremely comfortable, toasty, and addictive. Ditto with accessories. This describes the wares at TAD. Even the wallets, key-rings and cuffs here have feel-good factor. For real feather handbags sharing display space with fine sterling silver necklaces, cuddly merino ponchos and wholly desirable LTB denim and Black Orchid jeans, the TAD […]
A sensory surprise: La Bella Nails & Lashes is a beauty haven
When stepping into La Bella Nails & Lashes in Papanui, the serene oasis is a sensory surprise. Embellished in oak wood and neutral hues, the salon has been operated by Bella Tran and her five professional therapists for eight months. Using superior natural products, the menu is affordable and divine – from perfectly applied nail […]