Best in brewing: Wigram Brewing
At Wigram Brewing company the service philosophy is that beer is a language and communication is everything. And with over 17 years in the industry and an extensive range to show for it… it is fair to say they know what they are talking about. Said range includes pilsners, stouts and […]
Curiosity cures the cat: Wigram Vet
When Jasmine the usually active Bengal cat became quiet and lost her appetite, her owner took her to Wigram Vet to investigate. Clinic founder Dr Geoff Mehrtens tells Metropol his unexpected findings. Bengal cats are intelligent and active with an amazing patterned coat. They make vocal, livewire pets who fetch – much like […]
Popular new pickle product: Gordon’s Picklery
Gordon’s Picklery owner Janice Burnett is truly passionate about pickles and her latest product is proving to be popular. The ‘Original Gordon’s’ Dill Stacker and Dill Pickle, made with a well-pronounced hit of dill and perfectly balanced with garlic and 100 percent natural spices, is available long-sliced or whole. Fresh, crisp and tangy, […]
Cuisine for Christmas: Pasta Vera
With the arrival of both expected and unexpected guests at Christmas, or hungry teenagers and uni students returning home for the holidays , Pasta Vera can help take the stress out of feeding extra mouths over the busy festive season. Pasta Vera’s best-selling homestyle lasagne is a tasty and convenient option, whether families […]
Where the best parties happen: Chipmunks Playland and Cafe
At Chipmunks in Wigram, owners Anna and Dell are taking birthday parties to a whole new level. As part of a recent playground upgrade, new features at the facility include an interactive slide, project ball pit – and a 360-degree video camera for recording birthday parties. The interactive video is proving to be a popular […]
Firm favourite for foodies: Original Foods Baking Co.
You’ve likely heard of this locally owned and operated Canterbury family business, which has been a firm favourite since its beginnings in 1991… but if you’re unsure, we’re willing to bet you’ll have given them a go without knowing it. Been on an Air New Zealand flight recently? The delicious muffins on offer […]
Wigram’s must-visit: Le Bakermen Cafe and Bakery
From classic Kiwi favourites to fresh, modern ideas with a twist, the impressive range of scrumptious options at Le Bakermen Café and Bakery in Wigram makes it well worth a visit. Creating familiar dishes with an added flair, owner Will Leung opened the vibrant eatery in March and describes his baking as ‘using […]
Bread made the Kiwi way: Artisan Bakehouse
Jason Scott, the owner of Artisan Bakehouse in Wigram, has come a long way since he baked his first loaf of bread 17 years ago. It is his love of baking and passion for producing quality traditionally fermented bread that has helped him and his team grow his company from small beginnings into […]
Mix of old & new: Wigram
Wigram is expanding, not only culturally and historically, but geographically too. Awatea Green, a new living place, offers shared green spaces, playgrounds, meandering pathways and cycle lanes to take you all the way to the city. Wigram Primary School’s new campus is open and exciting. New restaurants, retail outlets and community services are operating and […]
Uplifting entertainment
Looking for something to do in the weekend? Wigram offers the perfect escape – both literally and figuratively, with the latest uplifting entertainment. You can live the dream of piloting your own plane in a variety of simulator experiences at the Wigram Museum. The ever-popular Mosquito Mission flight simulator incorporates high definition graphics […]
