In the Flow

Thoughtfully designed to uplift the spirits, Flow Wellbeing Centre at 229 Fitzgerald Ave is an oasis of tranquillity within easy reach of the city centre.

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Country style

Along the banks of the Mararoa River and backing onto the Takitimu mountain range, just south of Te Anau, is the ruggedly beautiful Davaar Station - where Davaar and Co was born.

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A green year ahead

For Christchurch-based chef Tom Riley, eating plant-based should be equally accessible and delicious. Liam Stretch learns about his venture Green Dinner Table.

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Guiding the Great Walks

New Zealand is renowned internationally for its Great Walks, bringing adventurous spirits from far and wide to our shores to venture into the rugged, beautiful wilderness. 

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Unwind in the wilds of Dunedin

Looking to explore the roads less travelled for your summer getaway this year? Cruise down stunning coastal highways and through tussock-lined roads to boutique hinterland hideaways and seaside sanctuaries. 

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Fiesta of culinary delights

Marriott Bonvoy’s suite of Fiji Resorts has revitalised culinary experiences with a modern twist to panoramic scenery and the freshest flavours of the coast, layered cafés, and crafted cocktails.

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The scoop

The mere mention of summer imparts cravings for cold, sweet, meltable scoops of delight. Food Editor Kate Underwood took her tastebuds on a tour of the city to find tubs and cones we all deserve to devour over these warmer months. 

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Watch this space - Dance-o-mat

Gap Filler’s Dance-O-Mat is one of Ōtautahi’s most iconic post-quake initiatives – a moveable dance floor that encourages everyone to see the city as a stage! The Dance-O-Mat has recently nestled into the vacant lot next to Irish pub Paddy McNaughton’s on Manchester Street.

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Human art

Kicking off in November was the Court Theatre’s rendition of Rent. I was lucky enough to attend opening night. Thanks to a flawless show by the Court’s wonderful troupe of creatives, performers, musicians, and supporters, it is still cemented as one of my favourite musicals.

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Ripe returns

Ripe, The Wānaka Wine and Food Festival returns to the shores of Lake Wānaka on Saturday, 18 March 2023. This festival is all about passion and energy for the best wine and food of the region and our country.

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Paint the town pastel

New Regent Quarter is Ōtautahi’s only complete heritage streetscape, with its quirky array of unique boutique stores, dynamic bars and restaurants, accommodation and, of course, diverse entertainment. Explore the street with us.

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King of winners

After recently taking out the 2022 Hospitality Awards Supreme award, King of Snake’s David Warring took a quick five to chat with Avenues editor Joshua about their new Terrace location, the team behind the win, and the summer ahead for the restaurant.

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Odeon awaits

New Regent’s undeniable magic is spreading with the impending arrival of Odeon – a new dining establishment by Shafeeq Ismail, the creative force behind the restaurant Story. Odeon will open on the New Regent end of Gloucester Street in the coming weeks.

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