The dapper dozen

With a brief of clean lines and a modern, low-maintenance take on the gable form present in the existing neighbourhood, this Innes Road development fits into the urban fringe of Merivale with a refined prominence. This project had an aim for a mid-range market but in a superior location.

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Watch This Space: Cape of Storms 

Cape of Storms’ retro-inspired collaged paste-ups have become a common sight across central Ōtatutahi, pasted onto surfaces from brickwork to utility boxes, like winking jokes for the passing audience to overhear. Bringing a sense of humorous absurdity to the streets, the artist searches through vintage magazines and publications, snipping anything of interest with a magpie-like curiosity before compiling disparate pieces together in playful juxtapositions.

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Our food culture

Eat New Zealand is a national food movement founded by Chef Giulio Sturla of MAPU restaurant (previously Roots) in Lyttelton in 2015. It began as a series of conversations about our food and the things that influence it. It has grown into a leading cross-sector organisation committed to telling the Aotearoa Food Story through activations such as the Hui, Feast Matariki, and the Eat New Zealand Kaitaki (next-generation food storytellers).

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Eating for good

As an ever-hungry food writer, storyteller, and communicator, I like to think that when I eat, I eat for good. So it’s a delight to be here to help season the pages of this cherished Canterbury publication for this food-focused issue.

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 Wellington adventure: Explore the culinary capital 

Toast Martinborough, 20 November, showcases smaller wineries alongside top local favourites that have put Martinborough on the map as one of New Zealand’s top wine destinations. Add a range of delicious food offerings from well-known caterers and restaurants from across Wellington and Wairarapa, top it off with fantastic live music and non-stop entertainment, and you might just have the best Sunday ever.

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 A warm Bay of Plenty welcome 

As temperatures slide towards winter, a mini break in hotter climes is more appealing than ever. The Bay of Plenty is just a two-hour flight away and offers a vastly different landscape, experiences, and gastronomic delights that will warm your body and soul. This region is so much more than a summer beach destination. It offers a great mix of city sophistication and laid-back relaxation and the chance to bask in the sunshine no matter what you’re doing.

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Waikato foodie weekends

With an abundance of fresh produce, talented artisan producers, and award-winning restaurants, Waikato is perfect for your next foodie getaway. From sampling the cuisine on offer at fine dining restaurants and eateries using the freshest local produce to meeting the people behind the gourmet products at bustling farmers’ markets or imbibing at one of the local microbreweries, there is plenty to treat your tastebuds.

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Respect the retrospective

When I found this place, it was a long term rental. It had been badly treated, smelled bad, was stained, dirty, and even had broken chairs in the back yard… it was perfect.” Edd Coomber’s 1977 two-bed townhouse is well on its way to something well past its original glory, with dark, moody accents, key lighting details, and a no-nonsense, modern approach to space and light.

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 Celebrate what thrives

If you’ve ever spent time in North Canterbury, you’ll know the land is vast, beautiful, and highly productive. This mighty region stretches from the Waimakariri River inland to Oxford, Culverden, and Hanmer Springs and all the way up to the north end of Kaikōura; working away amongst it all is a busy community of clever people growing, crafting, and producing an abundance of deliciousness.

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 Wild, wild west 

The TranzAlpine is one of the world’s great train journeys covering 223 kilometres (139 miles) one-way, taking just under five hours. You’ll traverse the majestic Canterbury Plains with the backdrop of the mighty Southern Alps – the journey of a lifetime. Editor Joshua Brosnahan recently rediscovered the joys of travelling via the Transalpine for a weekend getaway, saluting the departure of our summer in style with scenery, stories, and serenity.

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 A foodie’s guide to Fiji 

Good food is the perfect accompaniment to the sea, sand, and relaxing island vibes of one of our closest island destinations, Fiji. We’ve compiled a few of the latest culinary offerings for you to peruse – it’s time for you to get hungry for a mid-winter escape!

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Four of the season

What’s on the Palate Morsels menu this month, you say? Here’s four of the sweetest of treats… from french pastry to delicate desserts on the tram, to eye catching chocolate creations. The world is your oyster …cinnamon oyster, that is.

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A cool change

From booze-free sparkling cocktails, to a limited release IPA from Cassels, to The Neat Espresso Martini by Good George… we have a great selection of tipples in Clink! for the month of April.

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Join the Club

Peter Rowley may be a familiar name to you – a national television and movie stalwart who has worked with the likes of Billy T James, McPhail and Gadsby, and more. Now, thanks to a serendipitous encounter with a dusty attic box, the infamous ‘Laughing Club’ has been reinstated, and you’re invited along for a tipple.

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Which hue for you?

Three soft colours, Resene Cashmere, Resene Twine, and Resene Lone Ranger, create a calm space and a soothing layered effect to match the texture of Betty Bouclé Occasional Chair by Le Forge from Ballantynes. Accessories have been used to mirror the curves.

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Green fingers

My once-green fingers are now long gone, replaced with a team of trusty helpers who arrive monthly to mow, sow, and sort things that I would have once relished (a big ‘thank you’ to them for the job they do!).

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Architecture for living

The design of retirement villages and aged care facilities has evolved over recent years. As we age, we are looking for fresh adventures, new ways to enjoy life, and the opportunity to let our spirit thrive. As designers for senior living developments, we have noticed a number of trends including a focus on lifestyle, community, design, and environmental sustainability.

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All about the people

The McKenzie & Willis name is synonymous with stylish furniture and interiors of the highest quality with the expertise and service to match. Founded 116 years ago, this family-owned Christchurch business now has eight stunning showrooms throughout the country.

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Local presence

Holmwood Real Estate’s Harcourts Merivale office on the corner of Office Road and Papanui Road has recently been redeveloped. The building formerly housed an ANZ branch on the ground floor, with Harcourts Holmwood on the second. Last year, the team made the move to acquire the bottom floor.

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