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EAT AND EXPLORE SPREAD THE LOVE | UNDER THE BIG SKY | TASTE TIMARU ISSUE 194 | AUGUST / HERE-TURI-KŌKĀ 2021

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Oh, the places you’ll go

h man, I love to eat. This entire concept has turned into an Epicurean ritual for me. It’s enriched even further when I feel I’ve discovered something no one else in the world knows about. You know what I mean – the hole in a wall barista who makes your triple shot Ristretto to absolute perfection or the Malaysian restaurant which knows your order before you even sit down to eat. These are the places you treasure and horde like an inner-city Gollum. Keep these cards close to your chest! Speaking of keeping close, I’ve travelled locally a bit more in recent months. I don’t see Europe on the cards for quite some time (sorry Ma, spending your 60th on a Greek island might have to wait till your 61st!), so we have packed the car with supplies in an effort to see a bit more of Canterbury fringe. We recently enjoyed a micro-break between issues of Avenues in Methven. Even though I’m not an avid mountain addict, we thoroughly enjoyed everything the town had to offer. Brunch was cooked by none other than Lynda Topp, and we stayed in the most idyllic tiny home in Pudding Hill. If you follow us on Instagram, you may have seen it on our stories. Methven serves up a good ol’ country pub meal like you wouldn’t believe. Portions haven’t left the 1970s, and I’m absolutely not mad about it. Sometimes it only takes a short journey to begin an exploration worth remembering. Enjoy this issue – we’ve themed it Eat and Explore. Two essential elements of a life well-lived!

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Corentin Esquenet, chief taste-tester for Butter, photographed by Joshua Brosnahan.

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EAT AND EXPLORE

STILL LIFE

THE BIGGEST LITTLE BUILDING

UNDER THE BIG SKY

THE PINK LADY BECKONS

CHIT CHAT

39 HOME

CULTURE CLUB

49 BY DESIGN

WATCH THIS SPACE

54 DESTINATION

HERITAGE

58 PALATE

20 COUTURE

66 CLINK!

24 PAMPER

68 SUNDAY DRIVE

70 COLUMN

LOVE LOCAL

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FROZEN FAIRYTALE The TranzAlpine, one of the most famous train journeys in the world, is unrecognisable in winter, as a majestic metamorphosis transforms the landscape. Snow-covered peaks, frozen lakes, icy rivers, and freezing waterfalls. This lofty alpine world is a sparkling fairytale paradise. Book now before the thaw! greatjourneysofnz.co.nz

HERE’S THE STORY

REMEMBER YOUR TRAVELS Here’s an ideal mini traveller’s diary for making notes or sketches to remember your travels. Fox and Fallow’s traveller’s diary has a classic gold-foil stamped forest green linen cover and grosgrain two-millimetre ribbon, with lay-flat binding and patterned pages. Get creative and leave a legacy of your travels. ballantynes.co.nz

New Regent Street’s Story is an intimate dining space and culinary journey you must experience. Chef Shafeeq uses local ingredients with a twist, and fresh seasonal produce is reflected in an ever-changing menu. Pop in before a show at the theatre for a few plates from the bar snack menu with a glass of vino or two from the eclectic drinks menu. Got a bit more time to spare? Bring a few with you, and treat yourself to the set menu – the best way to experience Story. Our menu favourite is the Tai Tapu venison, with oyster mushroom, celeriac puree, vindaloo spice butter sauce, and a fermented rhubarb relish. Story is open for dinners, Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm. @storychch

SUBSCRIPTION CHEESE! Banks Peninsula’s Barrys Bay Cheese has an online shop that is sure to delight any cheese lover! With gift boxes including Wine and Cheese, Gluten-Free, and Choc and Cheese, get your hands on a perfect gift for that hard to buy for person. Or make your own selection from the factory exclusive products such as Baby Gouda Wheels, 1kg wedges, and smallbatch flavours – Balsamic and Onion Cheddar, anyone? Delivered nationwide and free delivery for orders over $90. P.S. Did we mention its Year of Cheese Club Subscription – where do we sign up? barrysbaycheese.co.nz

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PIN IT! While we’re not venturing past our borders for the foreseeable, why not keep track of your journeys across Aotearoa and create your own personalised travel Map of New Zealand? Adventures and aspirations can be pinned with the corkboard’s 100 metallic pins and can either be stand-alone or be mounted on the wall. funkygifts.co.nz

EFFORTLESS EARBUDS Feel the freedom with ROCKit! Connect your earbuds to your phone, and you’re ready! Ready to rock your workout, your run, your journey, your work, your bike ride – with you everywhere, giving you music every day. You get up to 28 hours of playing time on a single charge of the box and earbuds. With an intuitive touch interface, music, calls, and SIRI/ Google activation are controlled without the phone leaving your pocket. You get a headphone in a cool and unique Danish design and with a comfortable and secure fit, so you don’t have to worry about them suddenly falling out. ROCKit is both waterand sweat resistant. ballantynes.co.nz

SUBURBAN RASCAL The team at Suburban Rascal have just celebrated a year in business. The Halswell café is located on the Ground Floor at Longhurst Health, and its seasonal menu is packed with colour, taste, and goodness. The service is pretty top-notch, too. Stop by for a flat white and tell ’em Avenues sent you! @suburbanrascal

THE GETAWAY BAG You’ll spot a couple of these in Avenues HQ! The Weekender Duffle is Duffle and Co’s first canvas carrier bag made from 100 per cent organic cotton canvas, dyed with azo-free dyes. Soft to the touch yet sturdy in structure, the Weekender has a spacious main compartment and easy-access pockets, making it a practical and versatile travel staple. Perfect for weekend getaways, this duffle bag easily fits within aircraft cabin limits. We love this: Each Weekender Duffle purchased plants five mangrove trees in Indonesia to protect wildlife populations and provide subsistence to local communities. duffleandco.co.nz

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CULTURE CLUB

THE TAIL END OF WINTER

Liam Stretch Culture Editor

an you believe we’re over halfway through the year? Neither. Despite the year progressing at lightspeed, those long days on the horizon bring with them an abundance of August events. One such cultural celebration that I’m perhaps just a little bit too excited about is Madagascar The Musical. Yes, that is the same Madagascar that featured King Julien, the pop diva lemur. You’ll be sure to be “movin’ it” at the Theatre Royal when the curtains open on this smash hit come 18 August. One of Ōtautahi’s premiere events kicks off this month, with WORD Christchurch Festival running from 25 to 28 August. For this month’s recommendations, I’ve once again done the hard yards by watching and listening to some of the best entertainers who call our little floating rock home. Try something different this August, I know I will.

TOP OF THE CROPS

LYRICALLY LIFTED

The much-maligned and equally adored Jeremy Clarkson is back on screens with Clarkson’s Farm. The Amazon Prime exclusive centres around his farm in the Cotswolds, on which, following the resignation of his land manager, he has taken on the farming himself. It’s oddly charming with a gentler side of the former Top Gear host presented. I’d recommend subscribing to Amazon Prime; it’s got some great shows.

British artist Laura Mvula found her pipes as a chorister and refined them as a conservatoire. The songstress has delivered a punchy musical escape by way of her album Pink Noise. It is R&B with synthpop elements and a taste of neo-soul that will have you strutting on your dusk run around the block. You may have seen her on a recent episode of The Graham Norton Show when she performed a biographical track, Church Girl.

THEY DID WHAT? In each episode of this podcast, host Ethan Edenburg pairs a comedian and scientist to discuss the scientific inaccuracies within popular films and movies. From Scrubs to Happy Feet, no factual faux pas is left behind, answering any question you may have ever had – like whether snakes actually communicate in Parseltongue as in Harry Potter? It will inspire revisiting movies you haven’t seen in a while with an understanding of the science behind the scenes.

CULTURE CLUB

CHRISTCHURCH PHOTOGRAPHERS For 135 years, Christchurch photography studio Standish and Preece captured Cantabrians on camera. The studio, which closed in 2020, was New Zealand’s longest-running photography business. Standish and Preece: Christchurch Photographers 1885–2020 showcases a selection of the 75,000 images captured by the studio and now held in Canterbury Museum’s collection. These images document the changing faces of Cantabrians as well as the changing business of photography. Exhibition visitors can search for family and friends among the displayed photos and see fashion trends develop, demographics change, and Christchurch itself develop and grow. Until 6 February 2022, Canterbury Museum, canterburymuseum.com

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TWELFTH NIGHT

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Fusing the strong traditions of Blues and Folk with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability, Daniel Champagne has been described as ‘the finest guitar player of this generation’. The Australian born, Nashville based virtuoso will be playing an intimate Christchurch show, coaxing sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.

After 17 wonderful years at Mona Vale Gardens, Top Dog Theatre come indoors to the Isaac Theatre Royal to perform Twelfth Night, one of Shakespeare’s best-loved comedies and love stories. It’s a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities, drunken songs and dances, comical fights, and many practical jokes.

This year promises an exciting schedule of more than 80 events featuring over 150 speakers and performers. Hard-hitting global issues will be at the forefront: Helen Clark appears in conversation about her work as co-chair of the Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response – she will also appear alongside a former Tampa refugee, Abbas Nazari.

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THE BALLET AWAKENS

powers – offers the possibility of redemption, if newly commissioned Royal New only humankind is brave enough to follow her. Zealand Ballet (RNZB) production Loughlan says, “The Firebird draws on the of The Firebird will soar across the beauty of the earth at its most elemental, the country this month. Following the triumph of his spectacular Hansel and Gretel in 2019, RNZB vastness of the cosmos and the impact – both good and evil – of humans on our precious Artistic Director Patricia Barker invited RNZB world.” Generations of choreographers have Choreographer in Residence and multi-awardbeen inspired by the elemental power of winning choreographer for stage and screen Loughlan Prior to create a new production with Stravinsky’s music and by the Firebird herself – a timeless, untameable force. In the iconic and fresh ideas for the fantastical fairytale set in a spine-tingling score, sinuous melodies spiked mystical world. Patricia says, “How we treat with shimmering orchestration create an one another and how we care about the world exotic universe full of wild enchantment that for the next generations is at the forefront of was worlds away from the classics of Russian our new production. Loughlan has dived into ballet. The RNZB has paired The Firebird with the world of The Firebird and the magic of a Russian classic, Paquita – two very different Stravinsky’s score and has created a work that kinds of ballet. Paquita, first staged in 1846, brings us closer to our own humanity.” features sparkling tutus inspired by Russian First staged in Paris in 1910, The Firebird changed the direction of ballet and catapulted master jeweller Fabergé, fleet footwork, soaring leaps, turns like spinning tops, and a Stravinsky to star status. Together with finale that leaves the audience breathless and designer Tracy Grant Lord, Loughlan’s exhilarated as the dancers themselves. rendition of The Firebird is one in which the The Firebird touches down at the Isaac natural world is threatened, and humanity is Theatre Royal from Thursday 26 to Saturday staring into the abyss of extinction. Captured, 28 August. the Firebird – a fertility goddess with magical

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WATCH THIS SPACE Do Not Press Artist Ghostcat Date Late 2020 Location Various locations across central Christchurch Although Ōtautahi’s impressive murals have gained publicity and attention as the city’s urban art profile has developed, if you look closer, our streets are also filled with smaller interventions that add humour, commentaries, and signs of presence. Local artist Ghostcat, known for his intricate scratch-built miniatures of Christchurch buildings, provided playful examples of this approach with a series of additions to the central city in late 2020. The artist’s tiny, distressed consoles mysteriously appeared on various urban surfaces, greeting passing viewers with the engraved warning ‘DO NOT PRESS’ below an enticing red button, playing on our willing tendency to push buttons both literally and figuratively. In an environment where we are bombarded with instructions on where to go and how to act, the small, seemingly inconsequential buttons provided a chance to resist. Unfortunately, the guerrilla sculptures were filled with sriracha sauce that would ooze out when the button was pushed hard enough, giving the viewer a spicy surprise! Explore more of Ōtautahi’s urban art on a Watch This Space guided street art tour! Email tours@watchthisspace.org.nz for booking information. watchthisspace.org.nz/#map

HERITAGE

THE WEDDING GIFT AND A FORTUNE IN COLONIAL GOLD

he clipper Glenmark lay at anchor Off the coast of South Africa, the ship in Lyttelton in 1872, awaiting a ran aground. As hundreds of locals took to cargo of wool and £80,000 of West canoes to claim the tempting prize, panic Coast gold. Since her maiden voyage in 1864, ensued, and weapons were handed to the Glenmark had made eight voyages to crew and male passengers. Fortunately, Lyttelton, bringing immigrants and returning the Glenmark came away and continued with the fruits of colonial labour. her journey to Lyttelton. During Lyttelton Built in an Aberdeen shipyard, she sailed layovers, First Officer William Gordon met exclusively for Lyttelton. As the vessel was Louisa Jones from Heathcote Lodge, Opawa. about to set sail from London on her maiden They married in January 1872 and departed voyage, a woman attempted to board with for London onboard the Glenmark on two children only to be turned away by the February 1. A cyclone struck off the south ship’s doctor when the children were found to coast of New Zealand five days later. On the have Scarlet Fever. The woman was without second day, another ship passed enormous funds, and her husband was already in New quantities of wreckage. One year after the Zealand. The woman soon returned without Glenmark had set sail from Lyttelton laden the children and explained she had left them with passengers and gold, all hope was gone with her sister. As they neared New Zealand, for its safe arrival. the woman climbed the bulwarks and jumped In a family churchyard plot in Kirkcudbright, overboard. A lifebuoy was thrown to her, but Scotland, stands a white marble cross known she didn’t attempt to save herself. She could no as ‘The Wedding Gift’. The inscription reads: longer live knowing that she had abandoned “To the Dear Memory of William and Louisa, A the children on the streets of London. Mother and Sisters’ Wedding-Gift.” lostchristchurch.wordpress.com

COUTURE

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AOTEAROA’S OFFERINGS

T Kia Dirkson, Fashion & Beauty Editor

ravel restrictions may have eased, but I find myself still exploring and taking in what Aotearoa has to offer. Booking flights hasn’t been easier since the dawn of aviation, and with a couple of clicks, the barrier between here and there is closer than ever. I look at local travel destinations as just another office space, and no matter where I go in Aotearoa, fashion is at the forefront of people’s minds, with luxe little shops popping up all over. For instance, in Geraldine, I was able to source the most scrumptious hand-knitted layette and shower gifts at the baby boutique Frankie Did It. If I were to attempt to define New Zealand’s top five travel destinations as they pertain to shopping, this is what I would say: Queenstown offers top shops to top travellers. Wellington defines thrifting. Auckland stands strong as the fashion hub. Akaroa offers French flair. Christchurch is boldly (re)building its brand. A trip of note was my recent visit to Queenstown, where I attended the Trelise Cooper Breast Cancer Cure event hosted by the 20

award-winning The Rees Hotel. Fashion is a force that truly brings like-minded people together, with guests arriving from all over New Zealand. Attendees donned their best dress while taking in the latest collections from the famed designer’s fashion show that featured a brilliantly lit runway and worthy dance tunes that perfectly suited the vibe. Now that I am back in Christchurch, what do I have to look fashionably forward to? Riccarton Park’s Grand National Festival of Racing, where I will serve as a judge for Winter Fashion in the Field. Again, entrants will be visiting our city from all over the country for a chance to showcase their intricately planned ensembles and vie for premium fashion honours and prizes. I have been travelling my entire life and what I have learned is that a few fashionable essentials began to repeat their presence in my bag. This month’s selections reflect those items that we may all need whether we are jet-setting to the North Island or backpacking on the West Coast.

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Moana Road Ginger Rogers Glasses, $59.99 hapa.co.nz

Stone Mask, $19.95 untouchedworld.com

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Camilla and Marc Trench Coat, $1,699 devalboutique.nz

Pony Rider Leather Jacket, $1,599 deadlyponies.com

Philippe Model Sneakers, $589 fashionsociety.co.nz

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JHL Leisure Set (three piece), $1187 juliettehogan.co.nz

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Daphne Combat Boot, Mi Piaci, $400

Handcrafted in Portugal, this brilliant boot is a dramatic update of the classic Chelsea. It will have you navigating through winter weather with style and ease, featuring an easy on and off gusset to avoid any wet mess. The emphasised treaded sole is ideally paired with jeans by day or slipped on under a dress for a dramatic look at night.

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WHO Christina WHERE Workshop at The Crossing WHY WE LOVE THIS LOOK We are going back to black with this classic combo from Workshop. This is a transseasonal look that will turn heads from city to city. Here’s the fashion breakdown:

Lover Lover Designer Abby Melton has had a lifelong love of colour, and as the Chief Maker of Lover Lover Statement Earrings, her passion is captured in each collection. The ultrafeminine earrings are empowering. Each pair boasts a kitschy name like Clementine, Lulu, and Madame Rach that easily uplift any outfit and boldly accessorise the most eclectic ensembles. The recently announced collaboration between Lover Lover and Trelise Cooper will have lucky travellers finding select pieces from the range in upscale boutiques across Aotearoa, including Hapa’s stores at the BNZ Centre and The Tannery. loverlover.nz | @loverlover_nz

Blazer: Acne Janny Suiting Jacket Pant: Acne Pamine Trouser Top: Helen Cherry Cleo Blouse Shoes: Common Projects Bag: By Far Miranda Patent Shoulder Bag Discover fashion, beauty, and more in Christchurch’s retail heart at The Crossing, located just off Cashel Mall.

PAMPER

A DIFFERENT KIND OF BEAUTY THERAPY

W Danni Duncan, Beauty & Wellness Ambassador @danni__duncan

e’ve all heard the saying, “Beauty is more than skin deep”, referencing a person’s character and personality. But have you ever actually paid attention to and considered what your beauty regime is for the internal? I was thinking about this the other day as I have recently started to receive therapy for my anxiety. Anxiety is something I regularly experience, impacting how I feel day-to-day and changing how I present outwardly. I’m less confident; I feel dull and don’t want to make an effort. My skin becomes stressed and breaks out. I’m not my full self. Therapy has become part of the way I pamper myself, a new addition to my beauty routine. Sounds a little strange, right? Isn’t therapy for people who are in

crisis, depressed, and really at the end of themselves? While the answer to all that is yes, therapy is also for, well, everyone. Therapy helps me make sense of the things that confuse me, it’s enabling me to get rid of the ugly thoughts that worm their way inside, and it’s slowly allowing me to release the toxic parts of me that I’ve buried deep. As each day gets a little easier and as I learn the skills needed to manage the things I cannot control, I find myself feeling brighter. From the outside, you may not see any physical changes, but it’s my own perception that’s being adjusted. ‘Bad’ skin days don’t have the same control over my feelings; I look into the mirror and don’t fear my changing body. My smile is more genuine. This is my new type of beauty therapy.

PAMPER

WITHSTANDING WINTER DO GOOD WITH EACH BALM

Got chapped lips? We have good news! Ethique has recently released its range of lip balms. From Pepped Up (peppermint) to Juicy (citrus), each balm is packaged in a 100 per cent plastic-free, plant wax lined push tube that is home compostable.

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HARMONIOUS HAIR Sophisticated and delicate, this luxurious hair mist boosts the senses and delivers a fresh and harmonious fragrance for your hair. Balmain Paris Hair Couture really is something special; it’s infused with organic Argan Elixir and Silk Protein, and the signature Balmain Hair Couture fragrance.

Does your skin need brightening up in these winter months? BIOBLUME by Heilala is clinically proven to reduce visible signs of ageing by improving collagen production which stimulates cell repair, regeneration, and renewal. Heilala Vanilla is authentic pure Madagascar Bourbon vanilla.

Molecule 05 consists of the molecule Cashmeran, pure and singular. With a cocooning, musky softness with dry, aromatic woodiness, and a sweet and resinous pine note, this fragrance is truly exceptional, and will keep you warm through the swan song of winter. meccabeauty.co.nz

LOOK AFTER YOUR ASSETS

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Clae is an exciting new pottery adventure, celebrating beautiful locally-sourced materials to create meaningful treasures. Sisters Natasha and Tatyanna run special clay experiences and handson workshops in their airy industrial studio space. Try throwing on the pottery wheel, hand building, glazing and materials technology, or even be guided through the alchemy of making your very own clay. Clae also offers a range of ceramic products to create objects embedded with individual stories of place and time.

Earth Organic Hairdressing is Christchurch’s most mindful salon. Indulge yourself with bespoke, tailored services for your style. The team create confident, contemporary, and beautiful hair using sustainable, natural, organic, and mineral ingredients. Team Earth are highly trained, and clients rave about their creative, exciting, considered, and confidently carried out results. You may already be conscious of the products you use every day; your hair should be no different.

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Handmade in Lyttelton by designer and ceramicist Rob Uivel, the Deksel reusable coffee cup is thoughtfully crafted from South Canterbury Temuka porcelain – a robust, insulating clay. The world first all-ceramic lid makes for a superior drinking experience. Deksel cups are available in a range of colours online (with free shipping) and in-store at Ata Ceramics and Spooky Boogie in Lyttelton, Long Way Home, Industria, and Frances Nation.

Amuri Estate offers luxury accommodation and the perfect setting for weddings and functions, all overlooking the beautiful high alpine basin of the Southern Alps. It has three well-appointed rooms and a self-contained one bedroom cottage, all with panoramic views of majestic mountains, the braided Waiau River, high country stations and Hanmer village, which is minutes away. Amuri can hold up to 200 people with different spaces to suit your needs.

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Eat and explore The best memories come from adventures, and some of our fondest feelings are often associated with food. Wanderlust can take us to the furthermost mountain ranges of the world or as close as the nearest rural town. Wherever you’re compelled to venture this winter, make it worth it. Make memories. We often break bread to acknowledge ritual. It’s our common ground, as human beings – it is a universal experience. They say that those who share food with you share their heart. Life is full of life! Make sure you experience it fully.

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hen Mylk Made was launched “I absolutely love it. I’m so happy I have taken nearly a year ago, founder the plunge in starting a business. It doesn’t Jemma Turner couldn’t have really feel like ‘work’ when it’s something I’m predicted the crazy ride she was about to so passionate about, you know?” embark on. This journey started with an Jemma views mylks as a cleaner and overseas trip, which inspired the idea of greener alternative, with sustainability a Mylk Made. cornerstone of the business. “I spent 11 months based in Lombok, “We truly believe mylk bases are the way Indonesia, across 2018 and 2019, living a fullforward. You do not need any unnatural time surf bum life. My partner Max and I both additives or preservatives like gums or truly embraced Indonesian culture during our binders in your plant mylk for it to taste time there, committing to a slower pace of life good. In fact, we stand by it tasting better and eating a more wholefood, organic diet.” with less. We are big believers in making the As soon as the pair came home, the world a better place and living a life with planning began. Jemma kindly asked her less waste. Swapping out seven plant mylk parents if builder Max could construct cartons for one reusable glass jar of mylk a commercial kitchen in their shed in base is a pretty great way to act on this.” Rangiora. Before they knew it, Mylk Made There are definitely some clear standouts was officially in production. in the range. A current popular option is But what exactly is Mylk? It’s six different Nutty Oat, which is a mix of macadamia, flavours of nut/seed mylk bases, offered brazil nuts, and oat flour, and the Absolute in a super smooth paste. A stone grinding Almond. There are also sample packs that method achieves this. The core range comes include all six flavours in small jars for those in 300ml glass jars, with each jar making who are keen to trial all the flavours or even seven litres of fresh ‘mylk’. Just add water, and just to test out the mylk base concept. blend. Jemma says you make what you need The goal is for Mylk Made to be a when you need it. They use the best certified household name. Jemma says she would organic ingredients and New Zealand grown love for mylk bases to be the ‘new normal’. nuts and seeds whenever possible. “Instead of going to the supermarket and Jemma and her mother Corinne work buying a carton of almond milk, you can buy as a team on all aspects of the business. a concentrated mylk base that is essentially And with over 50 stockists nationwide waste-free.” With a new range in development and a team of seven sales representatives that is specifically aimed at baristas and cafés, working alongside them, the day to day of Jemma and Corinne are projecting a swift Mylk Made is a pretty smooth operation, decrease in waste from cafés if they stopped according to Jemma. using plant mylk cartons. mylkmade.co.nz

A VICTORIAN FANTASY WORDS Kim Newth

uilt in 1895 for Sir Heaton Rhodes and his wife Jessie, Otahuna Lodge is a grand Victorian homestead in rural Tai Tapu. A vast, many-roomed Queen Anne architectural icon on Christchurch’s south western fringe, this is colonial heritage on steroids. Heaton was a high profile pioneer of his day, a parliamentarian, horticulturalist, and Victorian country gentleman, who surrounded his gracious homestead with acres of lawn, lakes, woodland areas, and formal gardens. He supervised the planting of daffodil fields that have been a source of delight for generations. More than a million daffodil bulbs will be coming into bloom this month at Otahuna, which is preparing to share the annual spring spectacular with guests and visitors alike. In celebration of the season, those staying at the lodge for two nights or more between mid-August and mid-September will be offered the ultimate lodge experience combining luxury accommodation with fine wining and dining – including pre-dinner drinks with canapes and a four-course dinner each evening – and a private, guided garden tour that will include the famed sea of daffodils. “For years we’ve had so many guests, especially New Zealand guests, saying they’d like to come and stay longer, and so with the daffodils coming up this spring, we thought this would be a great offering for our Kiwi friends,” says Hall Cannon who co-owns Otahuna with Miles Refo. Both originally hail from New York but fell in love with New Zealand while holidaying here in 2004. They first saw Otahuna while on a road trip the following year and wound up buying the lodge in 2006. Their vision to run it as a

modern interpretation of an historic country estate has since seen the lodge restored and rejuvenated to an impeccable standard. “Each guest suite at Otahuna has a unique character and expresses different aspects of the lodge, from Heaton’s original master bedroom [the Rhodes Suite] to our new Loft Suite that we unveiled last year. We encourage people who are thinking about staying with us to look at our website so they can choose which one they want.” Otahuna has eight private dining options, and the menu is ever-changing to reflect the fresh seasonal fare harvested from the property’s extensive potager garden that boasts 140 different kinds of fruit, vegetables, mushrooms, and nuts. “We harvest on a daily basis, and this informs what is on the plates. What also makes dinner here so special is that a member of the chef team comes to the table and introduces each course and talks about where the food has come from and how it is prepared in the kitchen. It’s a unique food and wine experience.” You don’t have to be staying at Otahuna to enjoy the delights of the season at this fabulous Victorian mansion. Dinner bookings from non-guests are accepted by prior reservation (within a 30-day period). Private guided garden tours may also be booked by prior reservation (minimum charge of $200). Otahuna will throw the garden gates open for Daffodil Day on Sunday, 29 August, with three garden tours available that day (10am, 12.30pm, and 3pm), each lasting around 90 minutes and taking in the property’s 30 acres. Admission is $25 for adults and $10 for children aged 5–12, with all proceeds going to the Canterbury-West Coast Division of the New Zealand Cancer Society.

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SPREAD THE LOVE WORDS Liam Stretch

e’ve all got things that tie us to our roots. For some, it’s a film you huddle around on Christmas Eve, or perhaps sifting through family photos is your nostalgia dose of choice. For local pastry chef Corentin Esquenet, it’s food. He wants to share these edible memories with others through his brand, Butter. Corentin and his family emigrated to Wellington when he was 10. Local cuisine was far and away from the vineyards of Champagne, where he grew up. “We moved here because my mum’s side of the family already lived here, and it was a huge cultural shift, especially when it comes to food – language obviously – but the food was so different here. And I think that’s a little bit of what Butter was born out of. I think it’s about trying to reconnect my early childhood memories to the food that I eat now.” Butter came to be out of chance. After trying out various careers, Corentin took a leap and studied Patisserie at Ara. Following this, he won gold at Nestle’s annual Toque D’Or, had several good jobs under his belt, and even gained a visa for experience in the United Kingdom, with a job lined up at one of the top restaurants in London. Overseas seemed like the logical move, until circumstances that none of us saw coming changed everything. “I started Butter definitely because of COVID. I was just trying to get out of New Zealand to get experience… I figured that was the path to take until I realised how difficult it would be for me and that it wasn’t the direction that I wanted to go in. COVID-19 put a nail in the coffin for that.”

After seeing there was a hole in the market for ‘something to celebrate with that wasn’t cake’, the age of Butter dawned – a way for Corentin to perfect his craft but also share the food he loves. “I wanted a project that I could channel my energy, my creativity into. Something that I could learn and develop from. That is the most important thing, to not get stale, for me to be constantly learning, and to improve on what I’m doing.” Now, a year on from starting the business, he’s in a commercial kitchen space, has growing popularity, and he has been blown away by the support of the local community. “My biggest surprise has been how much small businesses in Christchurch love and encourage each other. I think that’s very unique to Christchurch. It’s validating for my product to be well received by people I really admire.” The Butter menu features traditional French patisserie with a modern twist and is constantly evolving. When asked what his favourite product to make is, he was set on the canelés. “They’re the simplest to make, but they’re the most magical to me. What the batter becomes is the closest I can do to a magic trick.” A canelé mould is copper, and individually coated in beeswax to ensure a crisp, caramelised crust, encasing a custardy-soft inside. With a slick online presence, Butter operates as a pick-up or delivery service, catering to the Christchurch area. Corentin will even come and drop the delicious treats off in person.

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STILL LIFE The elegant simplicity and sculptural quality of this Merivale renovation by DJ Hewitt Builders with Detail by Davinia Sutton creates a calming, serene space with a subtle wow factor.

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he clients behind this stunning revamp of an architecturally designed home in Merivale embarked on a renovation project designed to open and up and maximise the usability of the existing spaces and replace the kitchen, powder room, master ensuite, and laundry. The results are a stunning mix of clean lines, harmonious finishes, and exquisite details. Managing the project from a build perspective was the team from architectural build specialist D J Hewitt Builders. They worked alongside awardwinning kitchen and bathroom expert Davinia Sutton from Detail by Davinia Sutton to transform this home. Amongst a slew of other prizes, Davinia’s dual-use powder room and guest bathroom

design for this home took out the Creative Small Spaces Design Award at this years’ National Kitchen & Bathroom Awards. “Davinia’s work is outstanding, and the results speak for themselves. It’s no wonder she won an award for this home,” says Daryl Hewitt. In the kitchen, the client brief was to ‘open up the existing space, creating a functional cooking zone and add a subtle wow factor’. The renovation included the removal of several walls creating a rectangular space to work with. “The design needed to have a strong presence and be well-grounded with its layout and detail, it was imperative to utilise complementary materials, colour and texture within the design, to establish and reinforce

the kitchen’s strength and presence within the newly open plan living space. The kitchen space is set out in a galley format. The island is grounded by the use of a dark grey stone with a solid mitred waterfall leg detail at the end, adding strength and defining the kitchen zone from the living and adjacent dining,” says Davinia. In the award-winning powder room, which does double duty as a guest ensuite, the clients requested a spacious, sanctuarylike feel for their guests – a considerable challenge within a confined internal space. The small space meant the bathroom layout was restricted to a practical solution. The chosen finishes add special touches to create a sense of luxury for guests to rest and restore. The crowning glory is the sculptural

addition of the Glass Design Spazio freestanding washbasin. “The custom-made timber-clad veneer wall acts as a natural backdrop and forms a solid juxtaposition for the feature vanity bowl, positioned as an art piece. This adds a sharp contrast to the dark and moodiness of the background walls,” says Davinia. On closer inspection, it’s the little things that count in this compact space, and Davinia worked with Oakley’s Plumbing Supplies to source the perfect fittings to realise her vision for the room. The touches of fine detail that take this bathroom to the next level include a custom-made black steel soap stand pinned next to the vanity space and moody aged liquid metal set into the timber wall in a negative detail,

plus a glass cut out handle detail to the shower door. The design includes subtle use of lighting to bring life and that desired wow factor to the space. “We added a recessed strip light set behind the vanity wall; running the length of the space, it adds a subtle warm glow and features as a sensor light at night to add

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atural and lighter tones are not just for sunnier climes or sun filled days – these natural sandy hues give a wintery feel with multiple textures and warmth. Layering your space with tones and textures in the same family of colours adds instant “toastiness” to your interior. The wall features irregular incomplete circles that add interest to a plan wall and provides an organic backdrop to a simple space. This side table is an easy piece of elegance to add to a hallway or entrance area or living space. Its brass finish easily complements many colour palettes, and its detail of the modern arch makes it a timeless piece. The caramel tones and long hair of the Icelandic Sheepskins add instant texture and warmth. Drape over a couch, a foot stool or the floor to establish a cosy corner or setting. Sheepskins are perfect for these cooler days and can be swapped out for lighter fabrics when the weather changes.

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can’t think of two topics that I enjoy more than those in this month’s theme, eating and exploring. So here is a peek at some of the gastronomic lessons and adventures I’ve enjoyed. Food has had a big part to play in my life – sharing it, learning about it, cooking, and discovering some of the most incredible restaurants and experiences in the world, which has included: A meal in Bergamo at Da Vittorio where brothers Enrico and Roberto Cerea are the chefs. At the end of one of the most amazing evenings, they came out to thank us for coming, gave us their cookbook, and asked if we would come and meet their mama, who was setting the table for the restaurant staff to sit down and eat roast rabbit at 11.30pm. I remember the smells, the sense of family and the cleanest, shiniest kitchen sinks I have ever seen.

Another discovery was ‘waiting plates’. I’d never heard of them, let alone had one presented to me. These are given to you when you choose to sit out a course, and instead of having nothing in front of you, a smart porcelain cloche comes out for the duration of that course (only in Paris). Meals under the stars and amongst the olives in St Remy and Wanaka. Baked Alaska in Alaska. Tuna sashimi at the fish markets in Tokyo and blue cod cooked on a rusty old boat in Stewart Island. A 60th birthday celebrated at the El Cellar de Can Roca in Girona – a one-off. And finally, my mum’s cooking. Food delivers a sensory experience, and for me, it’s also about nostalgia, a chance to remember moments in time that come together beautifully and that will stay with me always. I value that.

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THE BIGGEST LITTLE BUILDING This thoughtful project brings beauty and interest to the Cashel Mall promenade, and has earned a regional win in the New Zealand Institute of Architects Local Awards, for Dalman Architects.

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further increase the building’s presence and provide light into the space. Concrete boundary walls provided structure and fire solutions with steel beams spanning between. On either side of the openings, the concrete front walls help give the building a solid presence that a continuous glazed wall would not have. “We saw the building as being a small jewel, which was appropriate given its use, and crafted it using the late Italian architect Carlo Scarpa as an inspiration.” Scarpa’s influence is shown in the façade, with pre-cast concrete and copper finishes. The interior enjoys a large volume, and ply linings create a natural environment. With the original building having occupied its site for over a

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ccording to Richard Dalman, the owner of this unique Cashel Mall establishment desired a new single-storey building to replace the original structure that had been damaged in the quakes. While they required a partial mezzanine, they did not want to go to the expense of building two or more levels – this conflicted with the city council’s preference of 2-4 storeys in this part of town. Dalman came up with a unique solution. “Our response was to make the Cashel Mall facade look as if it was bigger. It’s the little building that wanted to be bigger.” The façade extended up higher than it needed to be and included an oriel bay window to

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IT’S A GIRL THING WORDS and PHOTOS Joshua Brosnahan

tepping off Papanui Road and into Merivale Mall will lead you right to Stirling Women – and this bright, contemporary corner space is a radical, bold new step for local retail. It’s an environment for women, run by women and is a sister company to Stirling Sports in every sense of the word. Stirling Women is a definite response to the ‘Sports Luxe’ movement, which is here to stay. Franchise owner Kelly Leigh opened the space last October, working with the Stirling brand on the store fit-out and overall concept. A notable feature of the store is the unique offering of a drink station, where customers browsing can top up their drink bottles with various flavoured sparkling waters. Hydration while you shop! The décor is fresh, modern, and filled with light and greenery. No aggressive marketing or bargain bins here – this is a space to feel at home and focus on a little bit of retail therapy. Kelly says that Merivale Mall was chosen as the location for the second Stirling Women store in Christchurch, as the mall fosters a strong sense of community within its patrons and stores. Naturally, this matches the values around customer service in-store. Kelly believes Merivale Mall provides the best opportunity for her and the team to build connections and engagement with their customers. “We like to treat our customers in a genuine way, like family. We know our regulars’ names, and we know what sizes they take. We take the time to get to know their style. “The team are all passionate about helping our customers find the perfect tights, the

comfiest shoe or the cosiest hoodie. We love to take the time with customers to genuinely be able to help them out.” The Stirling Women brand was born in 2016, thanks to a swift response to the need for a women’s specific space. Something designed by women, run by women, and for women to enjoy. Kelly notes the sports industry, and in particular sports stores, had always been quite ‘masculine and impersonal’, and with active lifestyles being front and centre of the push for overall wellness, the newest offshoot of the Stirling brand was born. Stirling Women stocks some of the world’s best brands. There are classic household names like Adidas, Nike, Champion, and Puma, as well as Tommy, Aimn, and LA Vintage. The Merivale store also boasts the largest range of PE Nation in Christchurch – the brand’s street-meets-sportswear vibe happed to slot in perfectly with the rest of the offerings. Kelly is working on some exciting events in the near future, partnering with other local businesses within the local Merivale village. “We want our events to be meaningful and engaging for our customers and to align with our values around the local community and personal well-being. These events are something my team and I have been working on for a while, and we just cannot wait to share them with our customers soon!” From shoes to jackets, to workout wear and more, Kelly’s store will have you kitted out in comfortable, fashionable activewear. Perfect for a step in the right direction towards your own wellness and health.

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UNDER THE BIG SKY Pit master: A person who oversees the cooking done in a barbecue pit; a professional or skilled barbecuer.

ave Dunlay likes nothing better than to fire up one of his half a dozen BBQs and prepare a meal for his guests at Big Sky at French Farm. He is on a quest to become the ultimate pit master. His love of smoking food and his collection of BBQs have earned him the name Smokie D. After a long career in radio, Dave and his wife Erin Jamieson opened Big Sky last year. It is a unique, hosted eco-farm stay with accommodation in two beautiful yurts at French Farm, Banks Peninsula – overlooking Akaroa Harbour. Dave and Erin wanted to share their piece of paradise and Dave’s love of great BBQ food with others. Big Sky’s first opening season had the place humming – all those that stayed gave it a five-star review, with many re-booking. While working in radio in Sydney, Dave gained a cooking qualification. He furthered his craft by attending cooking classes in different countries and learnt skills from American pit masters. Dave says the American-style barbecue movement is becoming popular in New Zealand, and it has gone down well at the farm stay. “People really like the slow-cooked, local meat we serve at Big Sky.” Dave is famous for transforming meat with his special blend of rubs, herbs, and spices. Some of his favourite dishes include beer can chicken, grilled Akaroa Salmon, slow-cooked brisket, pulled pork, and ribs cooked low and slow over charcoal and wood. Dave uses a variety of different wood sourced from trees at Big Sky to create

different smoked flavours through the meat. This includes wood from apple and cherry trees, kanuka and manuka. If the BBQ food isn’t a good enough reason to visit Big Sky, then staying in a beautifully appointed yurt really seals the deal. The two yurts are named Sirius and Canopus, after the two brightest stars in the Southern Hemisphere. The night sky at French Farm is perfect for stargazing, and Big Sky’s astrobinoculars are great for looking at the moon. Yurts are an ancient form of portable shelter, originating thousands of years ago in central Asia, and are most commonly found in Mongolia. Dave and Erin were attracted to yurts due to their low environmental footprint, sustainable materials, and the serenity sleeping in one provides. Big Sky’s yurts were custom-made by Jaia Tipis and Yurts from Golden Bay, using a traditional, hand-crafted design. They are insulated with natural wool, and the wood used to make the yurts is grown sustainably – with none of it chemically treated. There is a lot to do at Big Sky. Visit an alpaca farm, take a trip to Akaroa, swim with dolphins, go hiking or mountain biking, or you can snuggle up in the cosy yurt, read books, drink tea, play games and enjoy spectacular views of the ocean and hills. Big Sky allows one or multiple-night stays. A midday check-out means guests can enjoy a home-cooked brunch without having to rush off. Dave and Erin look forward to welcoming guests from October for their second season at Big Sky.

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TASTE TIMARU They love outstanding food in Timaru District. They grow it, produce it, and catch it off the coast. They turn primary produce into innovative artisan products that the locals love, and visitors are discovering. They would love to see you in Timaru District on your travels. There’s plenty of outstanding food to try and adventures to be had.

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Geraldine is a fabulous foodie destination, with great eateries and boutique artisan products to feast upon. Start by shopping the huge range of products at Barker’s destination Foodstore and Eatery, then wander the village adding to your basket. You will find hot sauces, artisan cheese, specialist organic yoghurt and health products, a gourmet butchery, a new gin distillery, craft beers, and lots more. If you are cruising around the South Island, stop, scoff, and stay awhile.

The region’s farmers’ markets are great places to sample local treats. You can find markets in Timaru, Pleasant Point, Geraldine, and Temuka. You can head to Timaru’s port and stock up on fresh and frozen fish at the Sanford Seafood Market. Other must-try award-winning local products include 100% Pure NZ Honey, ViBERi organic blackcurrants, and NZ’s first slow dried biltong and bier sticks made by the New Zealand Biltong Company.

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The region has been home to great beer for some time and is quickly gaining attention for craft beers. Ship Hop Brewing in Timaru opens its microbrewery on Fridays. You’ll also find these brews on tap at local eateries. Or, head to Café Verde in Geraldine to taste the Abstract range. Just up the road, you’ll find Valley Brewing Company, with accommodation and a restaurant on-site – it even offers ‘stargazing with the brewer’ evenings. Plus, beer lovers can take a guided tour of the DB Brewery factory, finishing with a sampling, of course.

What happens when an engineer and a biologist/technologist decide to make a smallbatch botanical gin? A multi-award-winning product, that’s a real humdinger. Humdinger Distillery opened in Geraldine in September 2020. You’ll find it down an alleyway on Geraldine’s main street, open most days for tastings, informal tours, and sales. Andrew and Saskia are constantly fine-tuning their craft, and the results are made in gin heaven. They have won a slew of NZ and international awards since opening.

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Head to South Canterbury from 10–19 September and celebrate incredible eats with the South Canterbury Outstanding Food Festival (SCOFF). SCOFF is a ten-day celebration of food grown, produced, and crafted in South Canterbury. Simply head to a participating eatery, order the SCOFF special and be in the chance to win daily prizes and a grand prize of an ultimate getaway in the region.

Who doesn’t love a cupcake? Millie Rose in Timaru is a must-visit, especially on a Friday where she creates a weekly special that often has people lining up down the street! Iconically decadent Denheath Custard Squares are also made in Timaru and exported around the world. You can sample them at cafés across the district or call into the factory store and buy direct.

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Pasta Alla Zozzona Alba and Stefano, the dynamic duo behind Feed The Soul Artisan Pasta, are on a mission to bring divine authentic Italian fresh pasta (and more!) to Christchurch. They’re proudly the first pasta makers to use 100 per cent local New Zealand ingredients. Pasta Alla Zozzona is one of the most exquisite Roman pastas that you’ve probably never heard of. Insanely delicious, it may not be well-known outside of Italy, but this pasta with egg yolk, sausage, and pancetta is a perfectly rich and decadent dish for a mid-winter dinner with friends and family.

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500g of Feed The Soul fresh pasta 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 130 grams of chopped pancetta or good quality cured belly bacon 3 good quality Italian sausages, cases removed 1 400g tin of chopped tomatoes 3 egg yolks 75g of grated pecorino cheese, plus more for serving Black pepper to taste

Heat the olive oil in a large pan and sauté the onion over medium heat for two to three minutes until translucent. Add the chopped pancetta and sausage and fry gently for five to six minutes, crumbling the sausage with a wooden spoon. Stir in the tinned tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes. In the meantime, bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it well, and cook the fresh pasta following the recommended cooking instructions. Reserve a bit of pasta water before draining. Beat the egg yolks and the pecorino together in a bowl until they form a thick paste. Add about three tablespoons of pasta water and stir until well-combined and smooth. Next, transfer the cooked pasta to the pan and toss it well until coated in the tomato, bacon, and sausage sauce. Remove the pan from heat, stir in the egg yolk mixture, and toss quickly for about 30 seconds until fully incorporated. Serve immediately with extra pecorino and freshly ground black pepper.

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THE PINK LADY BECKONS

lemongrass-infused coconut cream, and chai spice. There’s also the ‘Mulled Mistress’ with cranberry, cardamom-infused vodka, crème de cassis, cinnamon, and star anise. Just like the menu, which evolves with the seasons, we have word that when spring comes, The Manchester Street address will open another distinct but seamlessly connected hospitality destination; an untitled dining room, which will be located on the seventh floor. Owner Tom Newfield of the East Block Hospitality Group is excited to bring the dining element to the building, allowing guests to curate their own experience and promising no two visits need ever be the same. As a statement of modern design and dining culture, grand yet intimate, it assures a 180-degree outlook over the East Frame with Rauora Park at the base and the Port Hills on the horizon. Whilst details are still scarce, even a few months out from its opening, what we do know about it so far suggests that it will have been well worth the wait.

he Pink Lady Rooftop sits atop one of the city’s most meticulously reimagined 1960s original buildings. It took 18 months of restoration for that vision to come to light. The result is a transportive place to enjoy a beverage overlooking the Christchurch CBD. From the swaying palm trees beside the white lounge to the pink neon lights and a pastel meets-brutalist bar, a distinctly mid-century California vibe pervades the space recalling memories of endless summers. With that being said, there is nothing better than watching the sun go down with a drink in hand on the penthouse level, on a crisp but clear winter’s evening. The chill months may well and truly be here, but you don’t need to stay home to keep warm as The Pink Lady Rooftop offers convincing incentives to brave the cold this season with cosy rugs, heaters, and reservations available for indoor tables to enjoy their new range of winter warming cocktails. These drinks are fun, flirty, and ready to dominate your Instagram feed from day to night – like the ‘Yippee Chai Yay’ with warming spiced rum, pineapple,

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DUSTINGS OF DELIGHT

AN ADDICTION…

LUXURY, DARLING

MEET MILLY!

Black Addiction makes dangerously delicious liquorice right here in Ōtautahi. Developed in the fashion of liquorice straps from days gone by, the small rolls are perfect for one, or the ‘Mega Sized’ designed for those willing to tear and share. Available in raspberry or traditional flavouring, they are a satisfying blend of balanced flavour coupled with a firm texture.

Indulge in a smooth, creamy nougat with mango, coconut, and passionfruit. Bramble and Hedge confectionery is handmade in Melbourne and stocked locally at Ballantynes. As a luxury confectionery company, it specialises in making luxe nougats, peanut brittle, chocolate Honeycomb, and many more delicious treats. This package serves three... if you’re the sharing type.

Waikuku’s Old School Collective is a cute pocket of creatives, where you’ll find Milly’s Fudge and Chocolates. Milly is behind the counter, selling her handmade treats – anything from old fashioned boiled sweets to Belgian chocolates and more. You can also find Milly’s treats locally at Riverside or at Craft Station, Little River.

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MONT BLANC Sweet Soul’s Mont Blanc is a homage to the charming white mountains here in New Zealand. This is an entremet, a dessert with many different layers of cake and pastry creams, created in a mould and served chilled. The Mont Blanc is made of a chestnut joconde sponge (which is naturally gluten-free), a rich vanilla mousse, a boysenberry and blackcurrant confit, and a chestnut mousse inside the piping, and topped off with cream that includes with a hint of rum. sweetsoul.nz

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IT’S THE SEASON FOR KIN

ollowing its opening in 2019, Kin has become popular with CBD dwellers and Ballantynes’ customers alike. Since its last feature in Avenues, it has had success with its bespoke events and dining options. With a new season upon us, Kin’s menu has had a mix up to reflect the best of the region and what it has to offer at this time of year. By using the freshest local ingredients, there is a focus on winter and comfort food with new items including a soul-warming Shakshuka, Pork Belly Burger, Pumpkin Risotto, and a hug in the form of a Boeuf Bourguignon Pie with gluten-free pastry. And about as local as it can get, there is honey from Ballantynes’ own hives in a honey roasted carrot dish. The Kin team matches the dishes with fabulous wines, beers, and spirits – especially gin, which is the bar’s speciality. They know their stuff at Kin with Hospitality Manager Helen Kraal a judge in this year’s New Zealand Spirits Awards.

This know-how transfers into the Gin Hour, held each month at Kin Wine Bar. This is an opportunity to mingle with like-minded ‘ginthusiasts’ and representatives from some top gin brands. Enjoy a glass and nibbles supplied by the chefs. A recent addition to the Kin schedule is the Ballantynes Breakfast Club, a bimonthly speaker series where guests share in the conversation with diverse and compelling leaders in their field. Past speakers include Untouched World founder Peri Drysdale and MM Linen Creative Director, Kerry Jackson. On top of a range of in-house events, the atrium-style space is also available for private and corporate bookings outside of Ballantynes’ business hours. With plenty of space, and the ability to sit 50 in comfort, custom menus can be designed to fit the occasion, whether it be a Christmas party or networking event.

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SAVE WATER, DRINK GIN

HIGHRISE HIGHBALL

HOT TODDY

THE PROOF

We’re loving the Hamptonsmeets-Miami inspired cocktails from Pink Lady, like the “You make my heart go boba boba” with vodka, lychee, coconut, and added lime and yuzu – just reach for a highball, fill it with ice, and top with soda! Make a beeline to the penthouse, ascend to the top of the Muse Hotel, capture sunset views, and recharge and refresh with this highrise highball.

Grab a blanket and snuggle up! The Hot Toddy Gin is a winter warmer from the team at Blush. They’ve tweaked their charming rhubarb gin and added fresh apple, currants, warming cinnamon, cardamom, and clove. Think spiced winter crumble, and you’re on the right track. This is a cloudy gin, meaning the spice sediment settles, so shake it before you make it. This is a limited edition, so get in quick before they sell out!

Napier’s National Distillery Company is one to watch. Take, for example, its copper-distilled gin, The Proof. A brand new, limited edition addition to an already superb gin range, The Proof has already been crowned Best New Zealand Gin, taking home the gold in last year’s Juniper awards. Notes of kawakawa and karamū provide much needed golden warmth, and the berry profile adds a delicate sweet touch to this tipple.

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BUTTERY AND BOOZY Vegan rum, you say?! This hot buttered rum is all that, and then some. Made using spiced rum from Concept, a local vegan spirits company, and cultured cashew butter from Savour. Served within a sugar and cinnamon rimmed glass, with hot water on the side. You pour in the hot water, and it emulsifies into a delicious creamy boozy delight. gratergoods.co.nz

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OUR BACKYARD

Y Nik Mavromatis Greystone Wines greystonewines.co.nz

ou’ve never had more of an excuse to get out and explore your backyard. With the new northern motorway now up and running, it is only a 43-minute drive up to Waipara. So get some friends together for a weekend excursion (and make sure you have a sober driver!). The first stop should be heading to Terrace Edge, New Zealand’s Organic Winery of the Year. Turn off SH1 and head up Georges Rd. They have a number of unique wines worth checking out. I highly recommend the St Laurent, Syrah, and Albarino. Then, in the same neck of the woods, it’s only a five-minute drive to The Bone Line, heading further back into the Waipara Valley. Family-owned, they have growing recognition for their beautiful Cabernet Franc. If you have the time, they have a Vineyard Walkway you can meander around on the weekends. Following this pit stop, head back north and make a beeline for the organic winery, Black Estate. Their restaurant is justifiably famous for elegant and thoughtful organic food from chef Grant Soeberg. The outlook across the valley is worth the visit alone, and if you ever get the chance, make sure you do an evening when you can see the 67

sunset. If you’re in a hurry, make sure you grab one of their pies! At Greystone, we have really worked on developing our food offering to go with the wines and now have Mel Wright, famed forager, as our head chef. Mel prepares a special weekly changing menu focussing on what is local and in season. One option of four courses with paired wines is $79 per person, but bookings are necessary for that. If the weather is a classic crisp Canterbury winter’s day (what the Americans would call a Bluebird day), then bring up your mountain bikes, and you can go around the Waipara Wine Trail and have a day of exploration and tasting. Nothing makes you enjoy your lunch more than earning it! All of these amazing opportunities are right on your doorstep, and if beer is your thing, then Amberley has the amazing Brew Moon craft brewery on the way back in. Get out and try something new in North Canterbury. “It does good also to take walks out of doors, that our spirits may be raised and refreshed by the open air and fresh breeze: sometimes we gain strength by driving in a carriage, by travel, by change of air, or by social meals and a more generous allowance of wine.” – Seneca

SUNDAY DRIVE

John and Val 1965 FALCON FUTURA

AS TOLD TO Joshua Brosnahan PHOTO Nathan Trethowen

he Futura is a two-door hardtop, and we’ve owned it for 25 years, restoring it to its original condition. We’re foundation members of the Falcon Fairlane Car Club and members of the Teardrop Trailer Club, where we enjoy meeting like-minded people. Thanks to the recent resurgence of the classic caravan, I decided to build a teardrop camper. We attend a number of classic car events, and having something like this meant we had our own accommodation on hand. It tows easily and weighs around 700kg. It’s very comfortable and has a super queen mattress. It’s insulated and even has entertainment, thanks to solar power for a 12 volt TV and stereo. There’s a lot of storage, and extra space is from a gazebo that attaches to the side. During construction, I decided to make patterns, so we could engineer these to order through my business Glenmark Metal Worx. Expect to see a few more teardrop campers out there soon!

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SUNDAY CONGREGATION

A Chris Parker, Comedian fb.com/itschrisparker @chrisparker11

Now in my thirties, I’ve found myself s a child, Sunday mornings were always associated with the performance of my once again going through the performance of getting ready on a Sunday morning and family of six going to church, preceded heading out to a holy ritual. However, this by the even greater performance of us getting service doesn’t recognise just one god. There dressed and ready for church. We attended a rather plain Presbyterian church down the road is bread, sometimes wine, and a whole lot of community – the gathering of the Sunday from our house. Sunday mornings involved us being dressed like the von Trapp Family Singers Brunch. I appreciate how much of a ditzy millennial I’m painting myself as, but truly in matching outfits having our hair brushed Sunday morning brunch is a very sacred and side-parted like Wall Street bankers and space for me. paraded down the street to Mass. Over our stacked hotcakes and sides of There, we would feebly sing a few church standards that no one really knew the tune to bacon, we reflect on our struggles of the and were always in the wrong key. The service week. We share personal insecurities for was a little drab, classic Presbyterian frugality. the table to solve and engage in deeply political discourse about who is responsible Communion was once in a blue moon and for saving our planet. It’s a safe space for was always watered-down Ribena and a all to attended, no matter if you’re straight, stale $3 herb and cheese pull apart. While gay, or hungover, and is set at the much the Sunday School teachers tried their best, more manageable time of 11.30am, which there’s only so many re-runs of Veggie Tales is considered the break of dawn in the a young man can watch before something weekend. I’m not out here to diminish or unlocks in his brain, and he’s going to start mock anyone else’s faith or god, each to talking to the cauliflowers in Fresh Choice for real. So, Mum gave us the option at the age of their own. I’m just here to recognise that 10, we could come to church with her and Dad community and faith come in all forms and and pretend we liked it and be forgiven for our practices, sometimes it’s bread and wine in weeks’ worth of sins, or we could stay at home a small wooden church, and other times it’s sourdough and cold brew in a bustling café and watch the Home and Away Omnibus, and with a 20-minute wait for a table. Amen. there ended my relationship with church.

HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI

Mike RICCARTON

to be. You’re in the middle of town, but you quickly forget about it – until you hear a siren! It’s incredible. You can actually get lost in there, literally, but also just in your headspace. You can just leave everything at the gate. “I have ambitious goals for the future of Riccarton Bush. I see it as the conservation heart of the city. It should be where everything starts, you know, trees, wildlife, and it all sort of branches out from here. I want to be reaching out, with the nursery, helping create green corridors to bring wildlife back not only to Riccarton Bush but all of Christchurch. “I also want to do our bit for the predatorfree NZ 2050 scheme. Again, Riccarton Bush is a perfect example of what can be achieved, and I would love to integrate with community groups and help with trap construction, placement and data collection.”

“I studied at University of Canterbury. I’ve done a Master of Science, but it was actually in coastal management. My work experience was hands-on; I did a lot of physical stuff. I was an earthmover, a fisherman; sold nuts and bolts – all over the show, really, just trying to find the right job. And I think I’ve finally found it with this one. This is a dream job. A good mix of everything I like and enjoy; not one day is the same. And it comes with a house. “The biggest challenge for me is the botany side of it. It’s not my strong point. Learning the multitude of species, the Latin names, and the science behind the propagation, but yeah, getting there. It’s something I can learn, and I have a great team around me. “I don’t think many people realise how special Riccarton Bush is; how unique it is on a world scale; how old it is. I feel quite special that I’m ‘the Ranger’. It’s an amazing spot

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