Seven years is a long time to spend your spare time fundraising to save something you’ve never used. When Louisa Eades and her family moved to Governors Bay in January 2015, they knew very little about the striking 300m-long wooden jetty that graces the bay, other than it was very long and it was closed.
Read MoreWith people all around Aotearoa stepping up their coffee game, one NZ roaster has decided to meet coffee lovers at a hotspot that’s been growing in popularity for the past two years – home. Enter Everybird, a new specialty coffee designed to be enjoyed from the comfort of your own surroundings.
Read MoreCalder & Co. Residential is a new and locally owned real estate agency in the heart of Christchurch.The brand owner and residential specialist, Michael Calder, has netted well over 100 house sales since 2015, and his vision for the future is crystal clear.
Read MoreFour talented makeup artists at Ballantynes have worked their magic on this very special feature - showcasing Tom Ford, Chanel, Bobbi Brown and MAC for distinctly iconic looks in our Beauty Is… issue.
Read MoreKia ora koutou – he uri o Tainui ahau, nō Ngāti Maniapoto. Ko Maureen Taane tōku ingoa, he wahine kaipakihi Māori ahau. He mihi aroha kia koutou katoa!
Read MoreBeauty is a word that encompasses so many ideas, things, and opinions. Beauty is a concept that is debatable, can be controversial, and changes with time. So, what is beauty?
Read MoreBeauty is found in nature; true beauty. This is one of our beliefs at PERRIAM, and it really sums up how I feel. Beauty isn’t external; it comes from within.
Read MoreDetermined to maintain flavour while injecting more nutrients into my lunch, Guest Food Editor Kate Underwood scoured the city to unearth some seriously good salad-forward sammies, and the results were a rainbow array of salty satisfaction.
Read MoreAward-winning McJaggery hails from the tropical isle of… Auckland. Don’t let its destination fool you; this is a rum Aotearoa can be proud of. Made from natural sugarcane Jaggery, this is a clean and balanced white rum with light tropical fruit and green citrus notes
Read MoreThis month’s theme focuses on ‘eating and exploring’ – two of my favourite things. When I think of times when these have been combined with my cultural loves, one adventure stands out. It was 2019, and I was in ‘San Francisco of the South’, Invercargill, for the Pink Floyd Experience’s rendition of The Wall.
Read MoreChef Cameron Woodhouse has just joined Greystone’s cellar door as head chef. Originally from Aberdeen, Cam has worked at the acclaimed Gleneagles Hotel in Scotland. He came to New Zealand where he was a pastry chef at Amisfield restaurant, Inati, and most recently, as Head Chef at Eliza’s Manor.
Read MoreI have always loved food, cooking it, eating it, sharing it. When we started looking for a house bus, it was important to be able to cook pretty much anything, no matter where we were. We’ve had to adapt for roast potatoes because the oven doesn’t get hot enough to make them crispy.
Read MoreWhat is it about food that makes it such a joy to be around? Is it the taste, look, texture, or aroma? And how about when all these things amalgamate to provide the individual with one of life’s great pleasures – eating!
Read MoreWith sunset hues, terracotta and peach tones work together to create cosy, relaxing spaces. Here the earthy backdrop of Resene Sunbaked and playful pattern in Resene Roxy create a cocoon-like reading corner with a mid-century vibe thanks to the curved white Betty Bouclé Chair and West Elm Mid- Century Acorn Bookcase from Ballantynes.
Read MoreThe seventh floor of the iconic Manchester Street Muse Hotel is home to the aptly named Seven – a statement of modern design and dining culture. The avant-garde restaurant and bar is a grand yet intimate space, with a 180-degree outlook over the East Frame of Christchurch; Raoura Park is at its base and New Brighton and the Port Hills on the horizon.
Read MoreThe Ballantynes Home Kitchen meal delivery service has now grown, with options ranging from bistro-inspired prepared meals to freezer favourites, classic cakes, and freshly made food hampers.
Read MoreSandwiched between the iconic White Hart Hotel and the Universal Boot Depot at 223-225 High Street was the business founded by Mr James Freeman, a pastry cook and caterer. Opened in 1891, the building had undergone extensive renovations, making it into one of the city’s finest and most modern refreshment rooms of the time.
Read MoreAletheia Apparel began with the goal of making long-lasting, well-fitting, versatile clothing that is as unique as its wearer. Limited production ensures Aletheia’s customers stand out in a crowd. The quality workmanship means their brand values of exclusivity and outstanding quality are never compromised.
Read MoreBeginning life as a stall at the Christchurch Farmers’ Market, J’aime les Macarons has always celebrated beautiful food and has harnessed the French emphasis on quality, eating with all five senses, and appreciating small portions or ‘little experiences’.
Read MoreThe first week of May heralds a new beginning for the team behind Pegasus Bay Winery. Fresh off the tail end of the vintage period, the Pegasus Bay whānau is inviting you back for an all-new dining experience to complement one of the most iconic wineries in the county.
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