Q&A: Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams is returning to New Zealand in March 2019 to play concerts in Auckland and Wellington before being joined by Dave Dobbyn and the Jordan Luck Band to perform in Nelson and Christchurch. We catch up with the ‘(Everything I Do) I Do It for You’ hitmaker ahead of his trip down […]
Karen Walker gets the sartorial edge
Karen Walker designs have always had a bit of edge. Described once as the “consummate collision of attitude and aptitude”, Walker has added a more literal edge to her latest collection, Bad Apple. Inspired by a day at an orchard in Upstate New York, the new ready-to-wear collection is marked by apple tree […]
Meet the Chef: Q&A with Chef Hamish Watt
Christchurch is in the enviable position of having some extraordinary options when it comes to eating out. The Crowne Plaza is one such spot in the figurative and literal heart of the city. Metropol catches up with Crowne Plaza Executive Chef Hamish Watt to discuss his tips of the trade, the most exciting dish […]
Chelsea Winter’s Healthy Philosophy
It’s the season of resolutions; a time when we remain focused on the promises we vowed to keep soon after the clock ticked over marking the start of 2019, before our resolve starts to waver somewhere around Easter. Not surprisingly, many of these resolutions are centred around our culinary consumption. So we caught […]
Bright Future: Q&A with Nicky Wagner
We caught up with National’s spokesperson for Greater Christchurch Regeneration Nicky Wagner to discuss the issues facing the greater community and the bright future ahead of us. What are the biggest issues affecting Christchurch at this time? There are always a multitude of issues to address in a city like Christchurch. But for […]
Queen of Musical Theatre: Q&A with Elaine Paige
Elaine Paige, the queen of musical theatre, is heading to our southern city with a show at Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal on Monday 21 January. The English singer and actress has built a stellar career, with some laudable performances, including the role of Eva Perón in the first production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s […]
Canterbury’s Golden Girl: Q&A with Sophie Pascoe
Sophie Pascoe has taken adversity and turned it to gold. We catch up with the inspiring Canterbury medallist about finding your ‘why’ and making history. You received an MBE when you were just 15 and continue to kick goals. How does it feel to be part of the history books as one of […]
Sartorial crème de la crème: Q&A with June Youngman
It’s one of the most eagerly awaited times of the year, when fashionistas flock to the sartorial arena at Christchurch Casino New Zealand Trotting Cup Day and are put through their paces. Addington Raceway & Events Centre plays prestigious host to ‘the’ crème de la crème of style showcases – Westfield Riccarton Style […]
Recipe for success: Q&A with Manu Feildel
Manu Feildel has won hearts as the resident Frenchman on My Kitchen Rules for the past eight years. It was a recipe for success; the two beloved chefs, many years of experience under their culinary belts and the competitive streak that has given us an insatiable appetite for cooking shows. Then of course, there’s that […]
Topp of their Game: Q&A with Jools Topp
Dames Jools and Lynda are at the Topp of their game. We caught up with Jools about the pair’s impressive career and what’s next on the cards. Your awards list is growing. Did you ever think you would be appointed Dames? Never in a million years. One of our pet lines at the […]
