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CHIT CHAT
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CULTURE CLUB
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CITY SCENE
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COUTURE
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RESTORE, REVIVE, RENEW
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PAMPER
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STRIVING FOR SUSTAINABILITY
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YEAH NAH
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A CLASS OF THEIR OWN
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DESTINATION
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A SINGAPORE FLING
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PALATE
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HUMANS OF ÅŒTAUTAHI
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CHIT CHAT
PURPLE HAZE Our friends at McGinns Made Fresh have a bit of a throwback for you – a lilac-tinted zinc for the last of the summer weather. Their handmade sun balm is made in Opawa and packed with reflecting zinc oxide for the harsh New Zealand sun. Added calendula helps repair sun damage. Grab some while the sun is still shining! mcginns.felt.co.nz
MONDAY IS FOR MEATBALLS
MR JONES AND ME Timaru’s Mr Jones Furniture and Restoration have delved into making custom made timber art for their customers, and the results are striking. Yes, Washdyke in Timaru is a bit of a stretch for a Saturday shopping excursion, we know. Luckily they ship nationwide, and you can check out their wide range of woodworking and furniture online. The experienced team has worked together for years, and between them have had almost a century of experience. New timber is sourced from sustainable forests and recycled timber from throughout New Zealand (such as from the Christchurch quake) to build something that has character ‘unsurpassed by new timber’. mrjones.nz
Face it – no one wants to cook on a Monday, so why not let Tom Worthington from Meatball Monday do it for you? Every Monday, you can have his signature meatballs come directly to your door, or you can pick up your very own takeaway pack of homemade spaghetti and meatballs from Dorset Street. All you have to do is heat them and then eat them. There’s vegetarian and vegan options, some mouth-watering salads on the menu and everything is housed in eco-friendly containers. Did we mention delicious? That too. Why not grab some Garage Project brew on the way out, too? meatballmonday.co.nz
BAG A VITA BAG My Vita Bag is a modern range of reusable produce bags made from organic cotton. A family-owned business that is dedicated to encouraging ethical, sustainable, and responsible consumption and consumerism. The bags come in packs of four, with different sizes, and are 100 percent biodegradable. myvitabag.co.nz
Exhibition presented by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu
CHIT CHAT
GET MUGGED Dominate the office kitchen with the most audacious cup for your morning brew. Enter our good friends at WORLD, with the DOIY Hestia Mug. Shaped to resemble Apollo, it will ensure you never lose your mug again. When people ask, tell them Hestia was the goddess of the home, domesticity, and family. Just like you. worldbrand.co.nz
DO THE CARLTON Liquor King Carlton has drastically reimagined the traditional liquor store, offering a ‘sensory shopping experience’ with three experiential areas within the store that bring to life various flavour profiles. The Conservatory features white wine, gin, vodka and fruit and floral flavour profiles. The Distillery features red wine, whiskey, rum, and heavier, complex, spicy flavour profiles. The Brew House houses all the beer brands. The team will be offering promotions, tastings, events, and fun activities. Liquor King Carlton also has a large range of brands on offer – pop in for a bottle of your favourite red today. facebook.com/lk.carlton
HUGO’S THE BOSS The latest range of tees at Sergio’s is all about making a statement for the remainder of our warmer weather. Pictured is the Hugo Boss Taxable tee, in Wine – perfect for the man in your life who is a little over wearing the same old striped polos. This tee will keep him looking and feeling cool – no matter what the weather. sergios.co.nz
THANK YOU, MR BIN Have your wheelie bins been baking in the sun all summer? Did you know that 100+ nasty types of bacteria live in your dirty bins? No one out there has immaculate fresh smelling wheelie bins, except maybe those of us who have used new Christchurch initiative Mr Bin. Tackling the state of your wheelie bins is a problem you can now hand over to their team, and they’ll deliver you an eco-friendly, on the spot cleaning solution. Even better you can Book online, and Mr Bin will come to yours and give your bins the TLC they deserve. Your nose (and the local rubbish man) is going to thank you for it. mrbin.co.nz
CULTURE CLUB
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IT’S JESTER JOKE
NEW CHOREOGRAPHIC SERIES
After three consecutive sell-out Australian tours and sold out shows worldwide, comedy queen and RuPaul’s Drag Race champion Bianca Del Rio returns to New Zealand with her brand-new comedy show, It’s Jester Joke. The self-proclaimed “clown in a gown” tells tales of her world travels and the outrageous circus that is her life. Sure to keep audiences in stitches with her comical “tell it like it is” views, covering life from politics and travel to family and social media. Don’t miss your chance to see the Queen of Mean in her fiercely funny new show in 2019.
Four extraordinary choreographers, thirty eight dynamic dancers, and four brand new works. Look to the future of dance, as four new generation dance-makers redefine ballet for the 21st century. This series will present specially-commissioned world premieres, tailormade for the Royal New Zealand Ballet by significant and celebrated choreographers from around the world. This series will provide an opportunity for audiences to experience ground-breaking, original choreographic works designed on the dancers of the RNZB, as they expand their repertoire with the spirit of Aotearoa.
4 March, Isaac Theatre Royal isaactheatreroyal.co.nz
9 March, Isaac Theatre Royal rnzb.org.nz
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MARLON WILLIAMS
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
INNER DIVAS
Marlon Williams, our own bluesy melancholic wonder is returning to Ōtautahi shores to perform in our newly refurbished Christchurch Town Hall. Touted as ‘Lyttelton’s own Roy Orbison’, Williams has quite simply one of the most extraordinary, effortlessly distinctive voices of his generation – this is a show not to be missed. A star is born.
Celebrating the beauty of the world around us and the need to protect our fragile natural world, Birds of a Feather is being held to support Hinewai Reserve, an ecological restoration project on Banks Peninsula. The exhibition includes pieces by Christchurch artists Alexis Blackie, Ira Mitchell, Sarah Greig, Gillian Weavers, and Janine Millington.
Tracey Saunders runs TribalDiva Belly Dance Company – a professional dance company and troupe offering performances and regular classes in Christchurch. TribalDiva Belly Dance now offer belly dance classes for children. A great way to improve fitness, increase confidence and to socialise and make new friends.
3 March, Christchurch Town Hall marlonwilliams.co.nz
4–10 March, The Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora artscentre.org.nz
6 March, 369 St Asaph Street tribaldiva.co.nz
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POP MONSTER
WEST SIDE STORY
BROODS siblings Caleb and Georgia Nott are arguably one of Aotearoa’s biggest pop exports, and they’re celebrating a new album by bringing their ‘Don’t Feed The Pop Monster’ tour home to New Zealand. The Nelson-bred, LA-based duo released their latest album in February – the first singles ‘Peach’ and ‘Everything Goes (Wow)’ have achieved pop hit status with Peach reaching over 16.5 million streams – not to mention opening for Taylor Swift and Sam Smith on their respective tours. To celebrate they are playing a show in Christchurch, at the newly opened Town Hall.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic film and winner of ten Academy Awards®, including Best Picture. The Christchurch Symphony Orchestra plays Leonard Bernstein’s electrifying score and memorable songs with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim live, while the newly re-mastered film is shown in glorious high definition on the big screen with the original vocals and dialogue intact. Featuring Robbins’ breath-taking choreography and a screenplay by Ernest Lehman based on the masterful book by Arthur Laurents, this classic romantic tragedy, is one of the greatest achievements in the history of movie musicals.
22 March, Christchurch Town Hall broodsmusic.com
30 March, Christchurch Town Hall cso.co.nz
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MOVING BEYOND #METOO
QIGONG & TAI CHI FOR MEN
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A course that features practical workshops to provide a safe space for everyone to explore the skills needed to dismantle rape culture and help ensure that the next generations inherit a society that is both safe and treats them equally, regardless of gender. Created and convened by Dr. Sharon McIver and Dr. Karyn Stewart and included is a talk by Green MP Jan Logie.
With roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy, and martial arts, Qigong is traditionally viewed as a practice to cultivate and balance Qi (chi), translated as “life energy”. This men’s only class will offer an introduction to Qigong and the self-defense applications of Tai Chi (push hands). Peter has been practicing Qigong and Tai Chi since 1984 – beginners are welcome.
Imagine a world without rock music! Since 2002 over 16 million theatregoers in 28 countries have rocked out to this unique musical based on the songs of Queen. Written by Ben Elton (The Young Ones, Blackadder) this futuristic comedy is based around more than 24 of Queen’s biggest hits.
18 March, CWEA, 59 Gloucester Street cwea.arlo.co/courses
21 March, CWEA, 59 Gloucester Street cwea.arlo.co/courses
31 March, Issac Theatre Royal isaactheatreroyal.co.nz
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CITY SCENE
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f you’ve spent any time in central Christchurch recently you’ve probably spotted the giant Meccano set being constructed next to Cathedral Square. This is Te Pae, the city’s new convention and exhibition centre, which is on track to host its first events late next year. One Māori definition of Te Pae is ‘gathering place’, and this iconic facility will certainly bring people together for great events. As well as national and international conferences, there are attractive events for locals in the pipeline. While Te Pae will be able to host up to 2000 people, many events will be much smaller with the main auditorium able to host two simultaneous events for up to 700 people each. ChristchurchNZ estimates that the city is currently missing out on about $100 million of direct economic investment every year by not having a purpose-built business events venue. Christchurch has long been a popular host city for business events. Prior to the quakes we punched above our weight with a 24 percent slice of New Zealand’s business event pie. That has now dropped to about eight percent. With Christchurch being the main gateway to the South Island, and with convenient international flight links, we are attracting a lot of interest from overseas event organisers. Pre-quake 40 percent of all Australasian 12
business events held in New Zealand came to Christchurch. Te Pae has already booked 65 events with more than 54,000 visitors for the first two years of operation. A key factor in attracting these events is the venue’s central city location, with hotels, restaurants, and other key inner-city attractions all just a short walk away. Currently Christchurch is a seasonal destination for international visitors with a spike in summer. Significantly, most big business events are held from March to November, so Te Pae will help fill hotel rooms in quieter times. Business event travellers are lucrative visitors, typically spending twice as much as the average tourist, and often staying on to travel after their event. Te Pae will also showcase local sector strengths, in areas such as primary production, information technology and various fields of research for example, and build international connections. In the past, people attended conferences to learn but with so much content now online, these events are now more about relationship building. And of course, when events are held here, it’s easier for locals to take part and benefit. An experienced international venue operator, AEG Ogden will manage Te Pae and provide a world-class experience for visitors to the facility – locals and out-of-towners alike.
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DEEP PURPLE Spend your autumn days in a purple haze in WORLD’s Connotation Purple Gold Sparkle Coat. worldbrand.co.nz
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Summer Fridays Jet Lag Mask | Origins GinZing Moisturiser | Aquis Prime 03 Rapid Dry Hair Turban Drunk Elephant Marula Facial Oil Cream | Gallinée Face Vinegar | Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Acai Body Power Cream Gallinée Youth Serum | frank body Coffee Cup Coco Loco Scrub | Bondi Sands Protect and Tan Coconut Beach Tanning Oil
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The Town Hall re-opening its doors after three years of restoration – haere mai!
Maison Margiela’s ‘REPLICA’ fragrances at Mecca – smell like Woodstock, or a beach walk. Friends who visit with baking Let us pop the kettle on! Bunches from Bourbon Rose in The Crossing. Not just for Valentines…
Resene’s Swiss Caramel A hue that lives up to its name, and looks just as delicious.
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The end of summer It is always too soon. Say goodbye to your jandal tan. Paper bills Can we have app notifications, please? Boy racers Burning fossil fuels is so last century.
‘Touching base’ An overused phrase that seems a little weird these days.
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FEATURE
Restore, revive, renew Avenues speaks with three Cantabrians who are taking stock of what we have, what others may discard or dismiss, all in the name of revitalisation. Clark Mauger is nearing the end of an ambitious renovation of ‘heritage survivor’ Milton Substation, in Sydenham; a building restored. Anissa Trinder has created a business curating clothing from eras gone by from thrift stores and opportunity shops across our city – a revival of sorts. Matt Akehurst creates sublime jewellery from offcuts and waste, and scours our beaches under the moniker of The Rubbish Runner, renewing our beaches step by step. For those amongst us who cherish what we’ve had, and those of us who see all that is new on the horizon, and how these can all seamlessly blend.
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POWER PROJECT WORDS Kim Newth PHOTOS Sarah Rowlands
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lark Mauger is excited about what the future holds for a large old substation building in Sydenham he bought in 2017, with restoration in mind. Now the project is almost complete, he is on the hunt for tenants to make the most of the imposing heritage survivor which today is one of the largest buildings of its kind left in New Zealand. While its purpose was utilitarian, the 1928 Milton Street Substation was originally designed to look rather grand to appease local residents of the day who didn’t want ugly brick boxes disfiguring the city. This explains why the building still looks so impressive from the street front: classically-influenced and finished with a huge pair of decorative flaming stone torches. On seeing it listed for sale two years ago, albeit with some earthquake damage, Clark knew it was exactly what he’d been looking for. “I’ve always been attracted to older buildings though it would be fair to say I was naïve and didn’t appreciate how much work it would need,” Clark says. “[But] I have no regrets at all. I could see it had incredible potential; it’s such an inspiring building to be in.” His goal has been to save as much of the original architecture as possible, while also making it much stronger. Over the past two years, he’s drawn on the expertise of structural engineers, heritage architects, and the council’s heritage team to get the job done. Support for the project has come from Heritage Equip, which offers
funding towards seismic strengthening work for heritage buildings. The remainder of the work has been self-funded. The entire building has been earthquake strengthened with steel bracing and a new reinforced ring foundation installed. At the time of writing, massive front doors were in the process of being restored with rotten timbers having been carefully removed and replaced. Internal steel doors still carry notices reading: ‘Warning: Beware of CO2 when door is closed’ and ‘Warning 1000 Volts’. A new rear extension has been added to replace the original that was earthquakedamaged and beyond saving, but effectively it replicates what was there. A balcony has been added above that will link through to an office mezzanine. The restoration work is due to be completed next month. With its bare brick and bracing ambience, it is easy to imagine a colourful future for the substation. “I’d love for it to be a function centre of some sort. That would be awesome. I want people to enjoy it.” The large adjacent ‘City Care’ yard is earmarked for residential and commercial development this year, so the substation has potential to really blossom as a local hospitality hotspot. So many heritage buildings were pulled down in Christchurch, post-earthquakes. Clark is proud to have saved this memorable piece of Sydenham’s electrical past. “I won’t ever sell it – this is my baby.” @miltonstsubstation
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SPICE GIRL WORDS & PHOTO Joshua Brosnahan
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new generation of vintage stores are emerging, and they’re available right in your pocket. Anissa Trinder started Spice Vintage in the summer of 2017, with an aim to capture a unique angle on a thrift store. She sells almost all of her items through the app Instagram. “I’d discovered my passion for op-shops and vintage clothing, after really feeling discouraged by society’s ‘fast fashion’ mentality. Clothing waste is one of the highest sources of pollution in the world. I wanted something more, something different. “I guess in some way I’ve used Spice Vintage as an outlet to fuel my obsession. I was finding items I simply couldn’t leave behind – beautiful handmade dresses from the ’70s, or classic items that would be perfect with slight alterations. I began compiling a collection before I really knew what I was aiming for.” There is an element of honesty and integrity to the items. There is no smoke and mirror show. “Part of the allure of a vintage find is the patina it comes with – a hand sewn name, or a slight crease or mark. Items are sold with the understanding that they’ve lived a life prior to being part of Spice Vintage.” Anissa’s range has items from the 1950s right up until the 2000s and today – the onus is on grabbing an item with ‘moxie’ rather than a specific era. There are regular customers who work with her on requests; she can send pics via Instagram and communicate to her customers on the spot when she finds something that could be of interest.
Part of the process is regular visits to second-hand stores and opportunity shops all over Christchurch where she’s befriended many shop assistants. The vast majority are enthusiastic and supportive and a few even stockpile items for her they know she will love. A notable find for Anissa came with quite a story. “I was at a local market, and a pink and purple dress caught my eye. A traditional long-sleeved shirt dress, to the knee. I tried it on and it fit like a glove.” The vendor shared the story with her – the dress was handmade in Paris, by a woman who was 95 years old. “The fabric was from S/S 2013 Gucci. I have no idea how it got here to Christchurch, but I’m glad it did. I’m saving it for a special occasion.” Spice Vintage is not alone in its pursuits of the ultimate vintage wardrobe. Anissa mentions multiple accounts just like hers, selling through Facebook, Facebook Marketplace and Instagram. “There really is a great network of vintage resellers in our city and New Zealand as a whole. I like to think we all complement each other. We all have our own unique stock, so there’s no competition really. There’s strength in numbers.” The rise of repurposed vintage clothing and consignment stores is warmly welcomed. “Anything that contributes to our society taking stock of the resources we’ve already created, and seeing the beauty in what we have from generations past, is fine with me.” @spice.vintage
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A LIBERATION FOR RUBBISH WORDS Liam Donnelly PHOTOS Cassandra Kovacs
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eauty is an interpretable notion. What is deemed as beautiful can change so drastically, one person’s vision of what is beautiful could be an eyesore to the other, but to be able to see the potential for beauty is a different skill entirely. Matt Akehurst has a bit of a knack for seeing beauty where it could otherwise be easily overlooked. No, Matt does not make grandiose murals on crumbling walls, or use rubble to make imposing sculptures. He rather sees potential in the smallest of objects, even a fractured piece of old wood. Matt is often found in Pines Beach rustling around in his workshop making all sorts of aesthetic little treats. He is a creative type who has spent much of his life making one thing out of another, but it’s a recent, unusual combination that is proving a hit. Matt has mastered the art of fashioning pieces of jewellery out of old, broken parts of skateboards. More known for kids doing ‘ollies’ and ‘kickflips’ on, Matt uses these four-wheeled wooden boards to create stunning unique and one-off pieces of jewellery under the name ‘Liberation Jewellery’. With its humble beginnings, Matt credits his friend Wayne and a Facebook status, for getting the ball rolling. “Wayne put a post on Facebook asking if anyone could use these little bits of skateboard, I thought, ‘I’ll give it a go’” His friend, Wayne Walsh, is the founder of CW Works Ltd, a small wood-carving company, and reliably supplies Matt with bits of broken skateboards.
“Wayne gave me these little pieces and I just thought ‘oh yeah, I can make something out of this’”. Matt is so good at what he does, he admits people struggle to believe him when he tells them what the jewellery is made out of. “It’s hard for them to picture it. I carry a piece of skateboard with me, so I can explain to them how it’s done” There is, however, a bigger message he is trying to send. Matt is also known as ‘the Rubbish Runner’. Every morning Matt goes for a run, always along the same four kilometre running circuit and every morning he will pick up any rubbish he finds along the route. He emphasises that he “doesn’t go looking for it” and he post images of the rubbish on social media to show people just how much rubbish gets left on our beaches. In fact, he keeps count with a staggering 24,721 pieces of rubbish collected at the time of writing. Knowing this, it instantly became clear why Matt makes the jewellery that he does. “I make the product from what I’m given, not from what I order.” Matt enjoys using skateboards because it means recycling, reducing waste, and giving new life to old materials. From his usual wake-up routine to his work and his source of income, Matt uses every aspect of his life to help send a message about caring for the environment and reducing waste. You can find Liberation Jewellery online or look out for Matt at the Arts Centre Mākete. @liberation.jewellery
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Striving for sustainability WORDS Kate Pierson PHOTOS Declan Tobin
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he growing phenomenon of sustainability has brought the principles of ‘renew’, ‘restore’ and ‘revive’ into the limelight. Evidence of these ideas gaining meaningful traction is ubiquitous – from a growing opposition to fast fashion, right through to more environmentally-conscious New Zealand farming. In fact, the latter is the focus of this story. For generations, farmers and growers have been feeding the world, and they have faced an enduring challenge in their endeavour to strike a balance between environmental, social and economic sustainability. As ever, nothing of significance comes easy, but today’s primary sector is populated with many successful examples. On home soil, Duncan and Tina Mackintosh epitomise what sustainability looks like in action. Finalists in this year’s Ballance Farm Environment Awards, run by the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, the Mackintoshes farm – White Rock Mains – was brought to life through the vision of Duncan Mackintoshes’ ancestors in 1909. The sheep, beef and dairy support property was purchased by the pair in 2012 in partnership with Duncan’s brother and his wife. The Mackintoshes show an admirable dedication to helping their environment prosper and a 91ha QEII covenant was recently established. But it was the Mackintoshes strong community spirit, and their involvement with many social initiatives, that really impressed this year’s judges. The family’s local school, North Loburn, is just one of the beneficiaries of
their generosity of spirit through the Garden to Table programme Tina is integrally involved with. Garden to Table exists to revive the previously lost or very diluted art of preparing food from scratch, and aims to restore the invaluable knowledge about how food can be sustainably produced and prepared, without all of the technological bells and whistles of the modern era. The programme starts with growing produce, and runs right through to picking, cooking and eating what is grown during group lunches. Tina is passionately advocating for the inclusion of meat to teach kids about where it comes from and its nutritional benefits. The Mackintoshes are also committed to helping imbue the farming sector with greater social sustainability – not using the often bandied about ‘she’ll be right’ narrative – but instead renewing the critical discussion about wellbeing that has been buried under years of stigma. The Mackintoshes recently devised a Shear-A-Thon in aid of suicide prevention. This initiative saw $45,000 raised by the local community, with $10,000 donated to four different mental health organisations. Needless to say, the future is bright for White Rock Mains and the Mackintoshes are thrilled to have entered the Ballance Farm Environment Awards as a way to inform their decision making. “While the environmental side of things is important, the awards are not just looking at the environmental footprint of the farm – it’s the whole system, so there’s that much more to what you can learn from the judges,” Duncan says. nzfeatrust.org.nz
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IN DETAIL
A class of their own ‘Change is the end result of all true learning’ – Leo Buscaglia. As your tamariki grow, it is only fitting you’d want the very best in educational and learning opportunities for them. Avenues provides a glimpse at some of the very best in education providers in our city; those who can offer a foundation of innovative and passionate teaching for 2019 and beyond.
WORLD-CLASS AND FUTURE-FOCUSED
EVERY CHILD, EVERY DAY, PREPARING FOR LIFE
Selwyn House School provides an extensive range
Nurturing, knowing, and growing your
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as their head.
Within a supportive all-girl learning environment each student is encouraged to take risks without fear of failure, which fosters a love of learning. Core learning in English, Mathematics, and Science is complemented by transdisciplinary inquiries and rich tasks that allow high levels of application, creativity, and problem-solving. The development of these skills, combined with interpersonal skills, such as self-regulation, curiosity, and tolerance, enable Selwyn House girls to become confident and informed global citizens. Committed to providing a continuum of international education, a combination of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the ‘future-focused’ STEAM and Mechatronics curriculum ensures girls are equipped to face the changing world with confidence and enthusiasm. Learning is personalised and small class sizes enable teachers to build meaningful relationships. Learning is further enhanced by the active role that specialist teachers play within the Performing and Visual Arts, Music, Sport, Mechatronics, and Spanish. To learn more about Selwyn House School please schedule a personal tour or attend an upcoming Open Day on Monday 11 March or Monday 13 May.
We are proud of the developments across our school over recent years, which have seen a rejuvenated vision, philosophy, and culture. This has ensured we offer the best of a traditional and structured environment, reflective of our rich heritage and Christian values, together with a forward-thinking, engaging and relevant focus on the future. Our students learn from the best right from the start. Every year level benefits from the expertise of our highcalibre specialist teachers across multiple subjects in small focussed classes. With individual attention, every child’s strengths are identified and built on with targeted support provided as needed. Our distinct school structure is designed to best suit the different learning styles of both girls and boys at different ages. Cathedral Grammar students believe in themselves, know they can dream big, create, innovate, and make a difference in their own and others’ lives. The School’s Open Day is on Thursday 7 March with Principal Scott Thelning’s address at 9.30am. For further information or to book a personalised tour contact the registrar, Lydia Hemingway, 03 365 0385, hemingwayl@cathedralgrammar.school.nz
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INSPIRING YOUNG WOMEN TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL As Head of Middle School at St Margaret’s College, Kathryn Gray dedicates her time to supporting Years 7 to 10 as they navigate the highs and lows of adolescence, both inside and outside the classroom.
“One of the things that drew me to St Margaret’s College was its confidence in the Year 7 to 10 Middle School structure which it has championed for well over a decade. In these four years we see a real blossoming of girls. They find their feet, try new things and by the time they’re in Year 10, they’re really flying. One of the phrases we often refer to is ‘If you can see her, you can be her’. Our Year 7s aspire to be like the Year 10s. There is daily positive role modelling by having the older students interacting with the younger students. It’s an aspirational influence that’s achievable. Each programme, both academic and personal, is scaffolded carefully, so the girls get a sense of success and achievement before moving on to the next level. This leads to our jewel in the crown in Year 10 – ‘The Rite Journey’, a year-long educational programme designed to support the development of self-aware, vital, responsible and resilient adults. St Margaret’s College was recently announced as one of six lead schools in Australasia for the programme. 30
This culminates with the girls completing an 18-hour solo expedition, which is a time of self-reflection and personal development. They take time to consider the journey they have taken to get to this point and consider their next steps. The success of our Middle School is also down to the broad experience it offers with lots of options to help young people find their place in the world. Our teachers are subject specialists – we have scientists, sports specialists, musicians, and a visual arts department with five current exhibiting artists. It’s all in the name of sparking a passion. The students are surrounded by passionate teachers with immense talents who are all here to make a difference. We’re all committed to helping our emerging adolescents navigate their rocky pathway, find their passion, ignite it and soar into the world, ready to live and lead.” The St Margaret’s College Open Day is on Monday 18 March. stmargarets.school.nz | 03 379 2000
THE ST ANDREW’S COLLEGE EXPERIENCE As a leading independent school, we continually strive to improve, and to ensure our students leave us with not only a world-class education, but also the mental agility, emotional intelligence, and resilience to survive and flourish in life beyond secondary school.
Our Rector, Christine Leighton, says the foundation of the St Andrew’s College experience are the values on which the College has built its reputation over 100 years – Truth, Excellence, and Faith. “In our new strategic direction, we have added creativity and inclusivity to these three values, which are the basis for our overarching purpose, to build better people, for life.” We utilise the latest research and information at St Andrew’s to ensure we meet the needs of our learners through diverse curriculum programmes and support systems. Students are encouraged to strive for excellence in everything they do, with their many successes widely celebrated. Recently, we have been celebrating unprecedented academic success in New Zealand Scholarship examinations, with 21 of our Year 13 and three Year 12 students from 2018, achieving 43 Scholarships, including 13 Outstanding Scholarships between them. Students enjoy impressive facilities and resources on our campus, which supports their learning and enables them to
explore their passion for an incredible range of cultural and sporting pursuits. Social, spiritual and service experiences are also an intrinsic part of life at St Andrew’s College. For out of town students, our state-of-the-art boarding houses provide a genuine home away from home, and a comfortable, supportive environment. Preparing students for life beyond secondary school is a key focus at St Andrew’s, which can be neatly summed up in our vision statement, ‘To be at the leading edge of high-performance educational practice, in a community which values caring for others, tradition and creativity, in order to provide young people with the roots and wings to flourish in an ever-changing world.” You are welcomed to our Open Days starting Wednesday 3 April, with Secondary School from 9.00am to 12.00pm, then Boarding Houses at 12.00pm. Thursday 4 April is the Preparatory School Open Day from 11.30am to 12.30pm. stac.school.nz | 03 940 2000 31
DESTINATION
A Singapore fling There is a reason Singapore is fast becoming a top destination for getaways. A mix of lush greenery and slick city vibes, and with a rich tapestry of culture – Singapore offers a plethora of experiences layered with luxury, excitement and a touch of the unknown.
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EAT AT MAGIC SQUARE
SRI MARIAMMAN TEMPLE
Magic Square is a year-long pop-up restaurant The oldest Hindu temple in Singapore, Sri in the colonial-era Portsdown Road with Mariamman serves as a focal point for the aim of showcasing the talents of largely the pioneering Hindu community and is unknown chefs. All under the age of 30, dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, known Marcus Leow, Abel Su, and Desmond Shen, for her power in curing epidemic illnesses. take the opportunity each month to take the The ornate six-tiered gopuram (grand tower lead and curate an original nine-course menu entrance) on this iconic temple’s façade, is based on a storyline of cultural heritage and built in the Dravidian style of architecture local ingredients. In order to keep manpower and decorated with Hindu deities, costs down and to ensure all dishes are served mythological creatures, and even Indian at the same time, there is one communal sepoys from the British Raj. Behind the main table for the entire restaurant. The nine dishes prayer hall, there are several smaller rooms will set you back just over NZD$80. with shrines honouring various deities. magicsquare.sg
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SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX
MARINA BAY SANDS
As part of the FIA Formula One World Championships, this adrenaline fest takes place on the Marina Bay Street Circuit, and 2018’s Singapore F1 event saw well over a quarter of a million attendees. Now it’s not all about car races – this year’s event takes place in September and promises more thrilling off-track offerings throughout the Circuit Park with live performances across nine stages. Rock band Muse and British DJ Fatboy Slim have been announced in the first wave of the event’s entertainment line-up.
Why not stay in the lap of luxury, at Singapore’s stand out hotel, Marina Bay Sands? The iconic waterfront hotel in Marina Bay is home to some of the best luxury you will find on the island. With over 2500 rooms you can choose from, multiple restaurants from celebrity chefs including Gordon Ramsay and Wolfgang Puck, 74, 000 square metres of shopping, a 340-metre-long SkyPark, and a 150-metre-long infinity pool – the largest in the world! Not to mention unparalleled architecture and a view that will simply blow your mind.
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NATIONAL GALLERY
NIGHT SAFARI
Dedicated to curating a collection that will provide insights into the unique art, heritage, and history in the region, the National Gallery is a must-visit destination. At 64,000 square metres, it is the largest visual arts venue in Singapore. Fittingly located in the heart of the Civic District, the Gallery is housed in the City Hall and the former Supreme Court. The Gallery showcases more than 8,000 pieces from Singapore’s National Collection, making it one of the world’s largest public collections of Singapore and Southeast Asian modern art from the 19th century to the present day.
The Night Safari is the world’s first nocturnal zoo and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Singapore, currently housing over 2,500 animals. That equates to over 130 species, of which 38 percent are threatened. Unlike traditional nocturnal houses, which reverse the day-night cycle of animals so they will be active by day, the Night Safari is an entire open-air zoo set in a humid tropical forest that is only open at night. It is divided into seven geographical zones, which can be explored either on foot via four walking trails, or by tram.
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RETAIL THERAPY: TANGS
NATIONAL ORCHID GARDEN
TANGS is part of the original department store dynasty in Singapore, housed on Orchard Road. A traditional archetypal structure with a nod to the Forbidden City, TANGS houses some of the best-known high-end brands – such as Balmain, Gucci, and Prada. TANGS is also a great destination for Asian collectables and souvenirs. Put aside a day for this trip, and make sure you’ve got plenty of arm space for shopping bags.
With over 1000 species and 2000 hybrids on display, the splendour of these gorgeous blooms is absolutely a sight to behold at the National Orchid Garden. The very design of these orchids is, one could say, ‘hand-crafted’ by the Gardens’ horticultural staff, dedicated to bringing out the finest in any hybrid cross. This attraction is free for children under 12, and only $5.00 for adults.
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NOT TO BE MISSED Waterfront dining at Clarke Quay | A day trip to Granite Island | Coffee at Highlander Espresso Bar
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DESTINATION
What’s bubbling over in Rotorua? With 18 lakes, hectares of lush forests and of course the geothermal pools, Rotorua is so much more than hot air, so to speak. Also home to a raft of eateries, experiences, and adventures – perhaps it’s time for the whole family to give Rotorua a visit?
CRANKWORX
VELOCITY VALLEY
This month Rotorua is hosting the annual Crankworx mountain bike festival. Launched in Vancouver, and extended to Innsbruck, then Rotorua in 2015, Crankworx has been the place for ‘game-changing moments, legendary performances, unmatched two-wheeled athleticism’. You will experience some ‘you saw it here first’ examples of the progression through the sport’s various disciplines. It is ground zero for the global mountain bike community, where the bike-minded come to compete, celebrate, and play. Head along to the Crankworx opening event – it is free for all to attend.
Velocity Valley Adventure park is the home of all things extreme and innovative. Try the Schweeb out for size – a dynamic, pedal-powered racing ride, selected by Google as the most innovative eco-friendly future form of public transport. The Shweeb racer is an innovative Kiwi invention; it’s fun, fast, and the first of its kind in the world. There’s also The Swoop, which is a ‘superhuman swing’ where riders are hoisted 40m into the sky – hold your breath though, as you’ll go from zero to 130km in one second. There is also the option for more classic extreme sports, such as bungy and white-water rafting.
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DESTINATION
REDWOODS NIGHTLIGHTS
TERRACE KITCHEN
Terrace Kitchen is a relaxed all-day eatery Incorporating unique creations from New with an open plan kitchen serving up a Zealand world-acclaimed design and modern and innovative menu. Inspired by sustainability champion David Trubridge; the legendary hospitality shown to visitors the Nightlights is one of New Zealand’s who journeyed to see the Pink and White few design-led tourism experiences. This Terraces in the 1800s, Terrace Kitchen pays nocturnal experience offers visitors and locals homage further, with a diverse melting pot of the opportunity to explore Rotorua’s majestic international staff and a shared plates dinner Redwood forest under the shroud of darkness; menu. Guests can even be treated to dinner illuminated by Trubridges’ bespoke creations under the stars whilst warming their toes on to create immersive and captivating surrounds. the geo-thermally heated concrete terrace In addition to the Trubridge lighting, which overlooking the lawn. The hub of this special encompasses 30 lanterns, over 40 infinite colour place is its open plan kitchen and at the heart, spots, and feature lights will illuminate the of course, it is all about the food. Smoked, 117-year-old Redwood trees, forest ferns, and baked, roasted, fried or just picked from the pungas. All lights were assembled and installed onsite garden, it is all made with love on site by hand in the forest with the team taking care by a skilled team of culinary professionals. not to damage the forest environment. terrace.kitchen
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ATTICUS FINCH
MOUNT TARAWERA
Atticus Finch is a ‘speakeasy meets a metropolitan bistro’. Their ‘house’ was made for entertaining – situated in the middle of the famous Eat Streat, it lends itself perfectly to al fresco dining taking advantage of the geothermal under floor heating of the concrete outside, retractable awning and covered walkway. The dining menu is designed to share with a combination of carefully selected ingredients. The food is fresh, innovative, flavoursome and made from scratch.
Pack a day bag and take a guided walk up Mount Tarawera – a giant red volcano you can scale yourself, with no equipment required. Mount Tarawera created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu, at the same time destroying the legendary Pink and White Terraces. This fully guided walking experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. From the top of Mount Tarawera, you can sometimes see all the way out to the White Island, a marine volcano.
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Marinated chicken WITH COCONUT LIME DRESSING
A rich and flavoursome way to infuse an international flavour into your chicken, with a zesty turmeric twist.
SERVES 4–6
1.5 kg chicken drumsticks, scored 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1/2 cup (125g) coconut yoghurt 1 teaspoon each of ground coriander, ground cumin, sweet paprika and garam masala 1 small red onion, grated 1 tablespoon lime juice COCONUT LIME DRESSING 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut zest and juice of 2 limes 1 teaspoon coconut sugar 1 small green chilli, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander 3 tablespoons avocado or coconut oil 2 tablespoons water
Place the chicken, turmeric, garlic, yoghurt, spices, onion and lime juice in a shallow bowl and mix well to coat the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for as long as time permits; overnight is ideal. The next day, combine the coconut lime dressing ingredients in a bowl, add the water and mix well. Bring the chicken drumsticks to room temperature 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper and place chicken on the tray. Cook the drumsticks, turning several times, for 40–50 minutes, until cooked through. Serve the chicken topped with the coconut lime dressing.
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MAKES 12
Black sesame, salt & chocolate chunk cookies Salt and chocolate are not known by many for their compatibility, but it is a flavour paring worth investigating further. These sesame cookies are a tasty, quick treat that’ll satiate those mid-afternoon sugar cravings without the risk of ruining your dinner plans.
1 cup (250 g) black tahini 2/3 cup (160 g) coconut sugar 1 egg, lightly beaten 100 g dark chocolate, roughly chopped rough sea salt
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Place the tahini, sugar and egg in a bowl and mix until mixture comes away from the side of the bowl and forms a ball similar to a dough consistency. Shape tablespoons of the tahini mixture into balls, place on the prepared tray and flatten slightly. Top with the chopped chocolate and sprinkle with a little salt. Bake for 10–12 minutes.
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Buns out Say cheese with burgers aplenty in the 03.
VAGABOND CHEFS
BURGERS & BEERS
BACON BROTHERS
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355 Colombo Street, Sydenham burgersandbeersinc.co.nz
Little High Eatery, 255 Saint Asaph Street baconbrothers.co.nz
This fried chicken burger was ordered at the Night Noodle Markets in Hagley Park, therefore I think our friends at Vagabond Chefs deserve a second chance at a first impression, especially because we’ve heard nothing but amazing things about their offerings. Let us start with the positives: the pulled pork loaded fries we ordered had lashings of meat and coriander and piping hot fries. Everything was assembled and ready to eat very quickly. The burger ratio was great – a slab of fried chicken so large, it gave the burger wings. We love a handmade brioche bun and slaw. But alas, this combination was a little on the drab side. The battered chicken lacked seasoning, and a cold bun didn’t do it any favours. I put this down to the team cooking en masse for the hordes at the Noodle Markets, so stay tuned. We’ll be reviewing them again when there’s less pandemonium afoot. Better luck next time.
Burgers & Beers is a no fuss burger joint to fill the family up at, with Formica tables, and quirky sketches on the walls. The Iwi Burger from this Colombo Street quirky establishment is another staple Kiwi offering of a hearty stack that includes a beef patty, beetroot, tomato, lettuce, cheese, tomato sauce, chow-chow (welcome back to our lives, chow-chow) and the all mighty fried egg. Burgers and Beers deliver a piping hot burger every time, and sides such as the chips and gravy are straight from grandad’s kitchen in the ’70s – lots of flavour and unashamedly tasty (read: delicious fat). Wash it all down with an IPA or a milkshake if you’re game, or maybe even a Brainfreeze slushy. You have to make sure you stock up on serviettes for the ride because you will be a mess at the end of all of this. It’s the best kind of mess, trust me.
Chances are you’ve spent a good chunk of a hungry afternoon waiting in line at Little High’s Bacon Brothers with the rest of Christchurch. This also means you’ll know that it is all worth it. Bacon Brothers have wrapped up delicious food, generous portions, and cheeky banter all into a quintessential experience they’re now well-known for. Those familiar with the menu here will recognise the non-food menu items; a high five, or a compliment with your meal. It’s a great touch. On order today was the Woody burger. Think of all the regular burger bits, but with added chorizo, halloumi and chilli mayo. Bacon Brothers really pile in their fillings, and the result is warm, spicy, and delicious. It’s hard to get in your mouth, but persevere! A premium burger, great front of house staff, an overall great concept, and a long wait in line. They all come hand in hand, but you’ll be right.
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top pick THE FLAMING RABBIT 3 Vernon Drive, Lincoln flamingrabbit.nz
If you’re looking for a real deal, Kiwi burger that will knock you sideways with its taste, impressive ratio, and size, you better head out to Lincoln establishment The Flaming Rabbit; named after a literal flaming rabbit ran through a burn off near the site. This burger was an experience – with a massive wedge of 30-day dry aged South Devon patty, stacks of thick house
cured smoked bacon, rocket, dill pickles, mozzarella, aioli, and green tomato sauce. A classic flavour combo done right and served with a couple of homemade quick pickles (namely gherkins and pickled onions) and a pile of thick-cut Agria fries. The folks at The Flaming Rabbit age their meat in-house, and with a farm to table concept in place, you know you’re eating locally sourced, quality 43
meat. It’s good to note that they also use the entire animal, making sausages and salami, amongst other things. The team on board made great suggestions for our lunch – the bacon alone was a complete standout, and this Kiwi combo left us wanting nothing but an extra notch in our belts. We’re here for this burger, and there’s not a drive-thru in sight.
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Balance is the new moderation
F Catherine Sissons, The Guilt Free Nutritionist
ood lovers can often feel guilty that they are enjoying themselves. We often pick up our relationship with food and eating from our parents and caregivers when we are children. This is when beliefs about eating start – it’s no different from learning the alphabet. The foundations are laid down between birth and seven years old. From the moment we connect with our mothers and taste breast milk for the first time, our brains begin to be programmed that sweet equals nurture. It is no surprise we gravitate to sweet food to feel good. It triggers the reward centre of our brain too. Food and water are the key survival elements. The body is also made up of two-thirds water when optimally hydrated. So again, there is no surprise that the importance of having water in our food helps the body stay healthy, and in balance. Staying healthy and feeling full for longer was an essential ingredient in helping me lose my post-pregnancy body weight, and gave me the energy to run my business, be a parent and feed my child. Our greatest priority as a parent is to be able to keep our children full and satisfied, so that they have enough nourishment for their brain development, growth, and to stay well. I used my training as a Sports Nutritionist to create the ‘Science of Satisfaction’ which helps to nourish your lifestyle. I noticed that when athletes bodies were hydrated through their food their performance improved; they had the nourishment they needed to get their head in the game.
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I developed a theory that could help busy people. This was to hydrate them with meals that are simple to make, with less fuss when we are busy. Feeding the body with hydrating foods that are balanced with sustained energy has a positive influence on all appetites, and all ages. Children’s bodies are an even higher percentage of water, so it’s even more crucial for the health and well-being that they eat food high in water content and balanced with satisfaction by tasting great. Developing balance is easier than you think. Satisfying the appetite starts with eating foods that make you feel full hours after you eat them. Understanding what you require to satisfy your mind, palate, and blood sugars are sure-fire ways to sustain your appetite at any age or stage. I prefer to call food helpful or redundant rather than good or bad. Balance is the new moderation. Eating shouldn’t be restrictive to be healthy – it doesn’t pass on a healthy message to the younger generation self-esteem and their relationship with body image. I’ve created over 200 recipes in the last three years to help busy parents feed families efficiently. These recipes encourage less fuss, less waste, and fewer complaints at meal times. In my Guilt Free Food School, you not only gain access to recipes that balance your appetite, but you also can connect with me personally to help you navigate your meal planning, ingredient selection and help you with balancing your meals nutritionally. guiltfreefoodschool.com
We create more than subdivisions, we create communities Sections available now from $239,000 STERLING PARK – PREBBLETON
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This new development is an extension to the very popular original Country Palms subdivision. Located in Halswell, it offers the benefit of being tucked away from busy main roads but close to everything needed to make life easy.
• Close proximity to Prebbleton Nature Park
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• Sections from 450m2 to over 700m2
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• History and atmosphere just a short drive from the city
• Views of the Port Hills
We look for the same things you do... For over 50 years, Suburban Estates has taken pride in creating some of the most sought after, prestigious and successful residential subdivisions in New Zealand. We look for proximity to local community services and amenities, and are commited to enhancing environmental presentation so that generations of New Zealanders can continue to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. To discuss any of our existing or future subdivisions, call Tracy Frew, Sales Manager, on 03 366 3729 today.
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A whole new world UNTOUCHED WORLD KITCHEN 155 Roydvale Avenue, 03 357 9499 untouchedworldkitchen.com
Tucked away in Burnside’s Roydvale Ave is the recently refitted Untouched World Kitchen. Gone are the deep brown walls and in its place is fresh, light, natural décor – think natural concrete, wicker lightshades, and raw wood. Untouched World Kitchen has definitely arrived into 2019 with a splash. Sustainable style is not the only thing the team at Untouched World are passionate about. The flagship store is right here in Christchurch, and the adjoining café is one of New Zealand’s leading sustainable offerings. Focusing on fresh, lush and plentiful produce, the experienced and dedicated kitchen and café staff source local suppliers who have sustainable practices or grow organic produce. With an updated menu, the choices are fresh and current. On offer were two specials of the day and a menu item, plus a cheeky bowl of chunky fries to share. The salad of the day was a pesto pasta with salsa verde and an additional
extra – the karaage chicken. This was generously dished. The salsa added a zesty pop of green which was a surprisingly great complementary flavour to the crispy battered chicken. Also ordered was the Fish of the Day; a generous serving of deliciously fresh roasted gurnard on a bed of mashed skordalia (a Greek potato dish) and a courgette salad with tomato and basil salsa. The ‘Got Your Rice’ risotto was off the regular menu- arriving with a deep red hue thanks to the roast beetroot. This was flavoursome and rich, topped with candied walnuts (amazing), pomegranate, and yoghurt. It is a great option for lunch. Give it a visit, and make sure you dine in the garden, which is a mini oasis of New Zealand natives and bubbling water which really sets the scene. Untouched World Kitchen is a place to put on your list for your next breakfast, lunch, or dinner out.
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HUMANS OF ŌTAUTAHI
Richard/Pops SYDENHAM
“I got into graffiti art as a teenager after seeing what the kids were doing on the subway trains in New York. I’m 48 now and I’ve officially been self-employed for about 15 years. I’ve worked with young people in Youth Justice, and I’ve been painting commissioned murals here in Christchurch for almost a decade since I’ve been living here. “The first shift away from criminality back then happened when I was around 22 years old after I had a few spiritual experiences. The biggest trigger, however, was my concern for the hole in the ozone layer. Spray cans were not ozone friendly at that point and that motivated me to stop using them. That was a giant lifestyle change for me because at the
time most of my friends and I were graffiti artists. We were also smoking marijuana every day and drinking alcohol on a regular basis too. So, I quit everything in one go and for a while, I was just kind of doing nothing except eating and sleeping. That led me to meditation. I figured I may as well try and feel peaceful if I’m just going to sit there most of the time. As time went by, more spiritual experiences occurred. Eventually, I started painting again, little by little, but with brushes. These days, I also paint with rollers for the big ones. I eventually just learned to face my fears, that meant really embracing love and the idea that behind everything is a motivation towards love, toward our true self.”
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