What's Hot Christchurch - Issue 5 by SOMO Creative

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CONTENTS

08 06 THIS IS CHRISTCHURCH After spending some one-onone with the Garden City you’re bound to fall in love with its myriad charms.

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08 ONLY IN CHRISTCHURCH Don’t miss these awesome photo ops and experiences unique to the city. 10 A MODERN MAN Ross Morrison, the mid-century furniture and design expert and dedicated craftsman behind mr mod. 14 PORT OF COOL Head portside to check out the renaissance of Lyttelton. 16 CSO’S LONG WAY HOME Christchurch Symphony Orchestra returns to the city’s beloved Town Hall in March. 20 FESTIVAL FEVER A mix of eats, beats and culture to keep your summer (and autumn) pumping. 26 IT’S ALL ABOUT THE BEAN We find out what goes into Christchurch’s premium coffees.

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30 WALL STORIES One of the world’s top street art capitals, Christchurch does art on a grand scale.

56 CAFFEINE NATION Discover the city’s bustling café scene.

32 WELL CULTURED The Christchurch arts scene; from concerts to festivals, theatre, dance and exhibitions, discover why this city is a culture vulture’s paradise. 38 CULTURE CALENDAR The city’s hottest tickets.

EXPLORING 44 ADVENTURE LAND Welcome to a thrill-seekers’ paradise where white-knuckle adventures meet adrenalinepumping action. 46 FAMILY FUN Banish boredom with these family-friendly fun hacks.

60 FOOD SAFARI Take an international culinary odyssey. 66 FINER DINING Christchurch’s high-end dining.

DRINKING 84 RAISING THE BAR The city’s swankiest watering holes. 86 GASTROPUBS Not your normal pub fare. 88 VERY CRAFTY A taster of the Christchurch craft beer scene. 91 LIVE MUSIC Tap your toes to the local music scene.

48 VINE TRAILS Welcome to wine country. 52 ON FOOT Walks and hikes in and around the city.

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Royal New Zealand Ballet dancers Katherine Minor and Paul Mathews in a scene from

Black Swan, White Swan, part of the national dance company’s 2019 Christchurch season. Image: Ross Brown www.whatshotnewzealand.com

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93 FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE 93 CHRISTCHURCH SHOPPING Shop the hottest homewares and fashion. 97 MARKET RATING The city’s top farmers’ and artisan markets. 98 THE TREATMENT Pamper your body and hair. 100 MIND, BODY & SOUL Where to go for your fitspo.

DIRECTORY 102 EATING & DRINKING The tastiest fare and coolest bars. 107 FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE Looking good, feeling good. 112 WHAT’S ON Entertainment and events.

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Publisher Andrea Rickerby Editor Mark Wilson Digital Marketing & Content Manager Penny Newton Editorial Assistants Jessica Wells Clementine Page

MY CITY IS YOUR CITY “ While it’s true we have lost a lot, there’s still

so much to see and do here ... ” Arch-Wizard QSM

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Greetings fellow Earthlings! You are now in the only city in the world that has a real university-trained and government-appointed resident Arch-Wizard. I have had a high profile since I arrived in Christchurch in 1974 since I enjoy nothing more than a friendly chat and the exchange of ideas. Recently some trainee wizards have joined me in the city centre, where you may come across one or two of us around lunchtime getting on and off the trams or sipping coffee outside the brightly coloured Spanish Mission-style villas lining New Regent Street, our home base. Nearby the Christchurch City Council has marked out a special Wizard’s parking place where I can park my modified VW Beetle, which has to be seen to be believed. Although our Garden City with its Anglican heritage suffered a catastrophic earthquake in 2011, we are slowly getting back on our feet again and still warmly welcome visitors. While it’s true we have lost a lot, there’s still so much to see and do here, from world-class dining to exciting and ingenious nightlife, exploring the great outdoors and some exceptional shopping from some of the most innovative boutiques you are likely to find anywhere. However, since whole city blocks have been levelled, you may find it hard to know where you are sometimes – which is why you’ll find this handy in-room guide indispensable on your visit. And if you’re wondering why the first properly trained wizards in modern history would make their home in Christchurch, it’s because its history, its location on the edge of the world, its lively music and theatre, and the astonishing variety of scenery all within easy access of the city are pure magic! Welcome to Christchurch. The Arch-Wizard of New Zealand QSM

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What’s Hot Map Christchurch

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Christchurch in your pocket

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Packed with culture, oozing with character and having a cheeky charm all of its own, Christchurch is a city unlike any other. Whether you’re up for a swanky dinner and a night on the tiles, indulging in some serious retail therapy or hankering for a cultural fix, there’s much to discover in this resilient city on the rebuild. The South Island’s largest city (still) and a perfect base for exploring a region packed with adventures, Christchurch is a regular on lists of top places in the world to visit as it rebuilds with a healthy dose of innovation and quirk following devastating earthquakes in 2010 and 2011. Long heralded as one of New Zealand’s

most beautiful cities, Christchurch had traditionally been known for its parks and gardens, Gothic revival stone buildings and the tranquil Avon River snaking through the central city. But that was the old Christchurch: in late 2010 and early 2011, the city was subjected to severe earthquakes that damaged or destroyed many of its most famous heritage buildings and atmospheric shopping precincts. However, Christchurch is still a very rewarding place to visit – if for quite different reasons. As the city rebuilds, unique responses and solutions to the quake make for exceptional, Christchurch-only experiences including the Transitional Cathedral, large-scale outdoor art murals and public

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dance spots. On the city’s fringe, many areas were minimally affected by the seismic upheaval and offer buzzing cafés and nightlife, while new precincts filled with exciting, brand-spanking-new hospitality options are opening almost daily. Beyond the city limits, in the surrounding landscape of Canterbury, outdoor adventures abound, from mountain biking, swimming with dolphins (the world’s smallest!) at Akaroa (where back in the day, the French made their sole effort at colonising New Zealand – epic fail, though a certain je ne sais quoi remains), to white-water rafting and hiking plus, in winter, skiing at one of the region’s several commercial and club fields.

01 Café Valentino 02 Transitional Cathedral 03 Ronnie van Hout, Quasi 04 Cathedral Square 05 The Terrace 06 The Arts Centre

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WHERE IT’S AT Below you’ll find the main suburbs, what they’re famous for and reasons to visit. Downtown Here you’ll find stellar eateries and hip cafés straddling iconic attractions like the historic Spanish Mission-style New Regent Street (home to boutique shopping and good coffee), the iconic Isaac Theatre Royal, the Christchurch Art Gallery and CoCA (Centre of Contemporary Art), Canterbury Museum, the Arts Centre, the Botanic Gardens and Antigua Boat Sheds, and the Christchurch Cathedral ruins. The Terrace (riverside on Oxford Terrace) has become a central hospitality/ nightlife hub, joining established areas on Victoria Street, High Street

and St Asaph Street. The rebuilding CBD is also home to plenty of vibrant and spectacular big-scale street art paintings and shopping and entertainment spots like Ballantynes, The Crossing and EntX. Addington/Sydenham On the southwest edge of the CBD, Addington has shrugged off its industrial heritage, but not completely. The SOMO (South of Moorhouse Avenue) district fuses funky bars and restaurants with the institution that is The Court Theatre. Nearby Sydenham, also in the city’s south, has experienced a post-quake renaissance and offers boutique shopping (centred on trendy retail centre The Colombo) and some good cafés, bars and dining options like Hello Sunday and 5th Street.

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Merivale North of the city centre lies the upmarket suburb of Merivale. Rocking a fierce mix of designer fashion, homewares, gourmet goodies, slinky bars and eateries (and having upmarket Merivale Mall as its hub) boosts the area’s street cred as a shopping mecca in addition to making it an essential after-dark haunt. Riccarton West of the city centre, Riccarton’s entertainment HQ combines a sprawling mall (New Zealand’s third-largest) and high street shopping with international eats and buzzing bars, with several motels nestled along its main drag. Woolston New vitality has been breathed into this former industrial area thanks to The Tannery. This Victorian-flavoured boutique/retail

emporium epitomises destination shopping. You’ll find retro wares, gourmet foods, craft brewing, fashion and design stores and more on offer. Sumner While it suffered considerable damage in the earthquakes, the seaside village of Sumner remains minutes from the city and miles from care, and is laced with fine fare, slick bars and intriguing shops, all packaged in a stunning beachside setting. Lyttelton Home to the legendary Wunderbar and a scattering of hip bars, cafés, bangin’ restaurants (including top New Zealand restaurant Roots), eclectic shops and a popular Saturday farmers’ market, this quirky portside town is a must-visit.

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ONLY IN CHRISTCHURCH Don’t miss these awesome photo ops and experiences you’ll find only in the Garden City.

NEW REGENT STREET Quite possibly one of the country’s funkiest streets, this pastel-coloured parade of 1930s Spanish Mission-style architecture oozes effortless cool and is home to some superior eats, drinks and fashion boutiques. It’s also the main tram stop and regular hangout of the Wizards.

TRANSITIONAL ‘CARDBOARD’ CATHEDRAL The cardboard (yes, really!) stand-in for the fallen ChristChurch Cathedral (be sure to check out its ruins in Cathedral Square) has to be one of the more avant-garde churches around, and incorporates images from its predecessor’s rose window in its epic stained-glass wall. 234 Hereford Street

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01 — New Regent Street

Move over Gandalf; the Wizard who’s really most indelibly associated with New Zealand is undeniably a Christchurch icon! This magic man has been classified repeatedly as a ‘living work of art’, has been a feature of the central city since 1974, and can be spotted getting up to his mysterious, wizardly business during lunchtimes in New Regent Street, or occasionally bringing some magic to kids at the Margaret Mahy Playground. Look out too for his apprentice wizards-in-training set to carry on a wizarding tradition that’s been muscled into existence by the sheer force of personality of the much-loved magician.

THE DENIM WHISPERER Perfectly fitted jeans and a rockin’ ass(et) are both a promise and a guarantee from Christchurch’s denim guru and jean-ius extraordinaire Martin ‘Benji’ Benjamin at hip fashion emporium EnCompass in The Tannery. Such is his fitting prowess, Benji can pick out a bangin’ pair of jeans to suit your body type just by clocking you. He also stocks an epic range of killer threads and accessories and, obviously, a massive selection of premium denim stacked up along his veritable Great Wall of Denim. 3 Garlands Road, Woolston

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QUAKE CITY Capturing the impact of Christchurch’s devastating earthquakes, this multi-sensory attraction pairs sobering video footage, photography, artefacts and survivors’ stories with an educational element. Durham Street North 05 — Little High Eatery

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THE ARTS CENTRE Once part of Canterbury University, this Gothic architecture-inspired wonderland is home to the country’s largest collection of Category 1 heritage buildings, including atom-splitting Ernest Rutherford’s early lab/den. Now filled with cafés and artisan foods, crafts, art and the exquisite Great Hall, this historical hotspot is a must see. 2 Worcester Boulevard

ORANA WILDLIFE PARK A zoo where visitors are put in cages! Orana’s Lion Encounter sees guests driven through the lions’ den for lunch as keepers feed the hungry pride clambering over the cage mere whiskers away. McLeans Island Road

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AIR FORCE MUSEUM OF NEW ZEALAND This high-flying national treasure is home to one of the world’s premier military aviation collections. Fly the Mosquito simulator (over Norway’s fjords!) and check out restoration projects in action. 45 Harvard Avenue

ISLAND TIME A former leper colony and rock quarry in the centre of Lyttelton Harbour, Quail Island is now an ecological project in progress and important penguin breeding colony. It’s just a short ferry ride from Lyttelton. With an amazing history, it’s home to several burial sites including a ship graveyard, which you can kayak around at low tide, and has been a recreation reserve since 1975.

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This coin-operated outdoor disco, courtesy of the fine folk at Gap Filler, comes complete with glitter ball, custom-made dance floor and four speakers, and lets you crank the music from your device for just $2 by simply jacking into the ex-laundromat washing machine – party! 129 Gloucester Street

MARGARET MAHY FAMILY PLAYGROUND This bastion to all things kid cool rocks an epic lineup of activities in the heart of the city, and is named after the famed rainbow wig-wearing children’s author. 177 Armagh Street

Christchurch’s very own gin distillery, home of Curiosity Gin, has something for everyone at their newly opened shop and tasting room in Sydenham. Sample them all to find the perfect bottle for your favourite drink or play the field with their new Four Gin Tasting Pack. 11 Sandyford Street

185 EMPTY CHAIRS Art, but not as you know it, the 185 Empty Chairs earthquake memorial features a collection of various white-painted chairs, each representing a life lost during the 2011 earthquake. Sit in the chair you connect with in this moving tribute. Corner of Cashel and Madras streets

LITTLE HIGH EATERY This funky collaborative eatery combines several awesome gourmet food options in a buzzing, colourful shared space. Choose your favourite eats – sushi, gourmet burgers or pizza, Latin/ Caribbean, Thai and more – and get stuck in. 181 High Street

CANTERBURY EARTHQUAKE NATIONAL MEMORIAL This moving tribute to those killed and injured in the 2010/11 earthquakes offers a reflective, tranquil space along the banks of the Avon River by the Montreal Street bridge. Oxford Terrace

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Q&A: Ross Morrison

A MODERN MAN

What’s Hot Christchurch caught up with Ross Morrison, the mid-century furniture and design expert and dedicated craftsman behind mr mod, New Zealand’s leading curation of mid-century furniture, lighting and art. How did mr mod come to be? I have always had an interest in mid-century furniture and design. I grew up in the ’60s surrounded by it and from a young age it left a strong impression on me. Although mid-century furniture is not where my career began, I’m certain it’s where it will end. My background is originally in antique restoration and I’m a woodcarver by trade, I worked with my father for 10 years before deciding to go overseas to sell Japanese antiques in London and France. I later moved on to French antiques and then, of

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course, into mid-century during a time when it was vastly underappreciated here in New Zealand. So how did mr mod come to be? I guess to put it simply: through my lifelong obsession with the era. Right from the start it’s been a business of passion, I’m just thankful it was able to provide me with a living as well. mr mod is a proud family business, what’s the best thing about working with family? It’s easy. We have an understanding of each other. My father was an antique dealer and now with my son Nico coming on board it’s become a third generation business. My brother and nephew take care of most of our restoration work over at D.J. Morrison furniture, so from the workshop to the showroom floor every piece has been carefully handled and worked on by family.

What is it about mid-century design? There’s a timeless elegance to mid-century pieces that I think a lot of people find very attractive. The simple lines and functional proportions that many mid-century designers managed to achieve still goes unmatched to date. Testament to that fact are the many mid-century pieces that can be found scattered throughout homes all around the globe; not only do these pieces sit well amongst any era of architecture and design, they also continue to serve as distinct functional pieces within one’s home or office. What was the catalyst for this aesthetic? Post World War II the Scandinavians found it much easier to set up production of furniture lines, as they hadn’t suffered nearly as much

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01 — Roth Ebernhahn Keramik Lava Vase

02 — Vintage Brass Treble Clef Piano Lamp

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damage due to bombing as the rest of Europe during the war. This enabled them to launch into manufacturing straight away. A majority of Europe was devastated after the war, many homes were lost, along with their contents and the need for furnishings had never been so high. This in turn gave Scandinavia the opportunity to provide Europe with the fresh start its people needed. With simplicity in mind, many Scandinavian designers were soon at the forefront of the post-war rejuvenation that would sweep right through Europe. On the other side of the world it was also a very prosperous time for the Americans, and they were equally as eager as the Europeans to step forth into a new era of modern design. Thanks to the technological advances in architecture and manufacturing that were made during wartime, these countries which had suffered and endured such recent hardships were finally able to take that step into what would become a new era of mid-century design and philosophy. How do you source your pieces? Gone are the days when you could jump off a plane and fill a 40-foot container. Now it’s a process which can take up to six months. It’s getting harder, so you’ve got to keep reinventing how you buy. There are always other people out there looking. I’ve been in this business for most of my life and over the years I have managed to forge many strong overseas relationships that have helped, and continue to help, me source the very best in mid-century design. We always strive to find new people to deal with. As tastes and styles fluctuate within the boundaries of mid-century design, Nico and I continue to source a wide variety of pieces to ensure that we can offer the right piece for your interior. I personally travel once-a-year to Italy and America, and I will usually take a month or so on each buying trip. We struggle to source locally here in New Zealand because in the late 1950s there were huge duties on importing furniture into the country, which led many local manufacturers to producing lookalike and ‘inspired pieces’. What advice would you give first time buyers? It’s so important to buy what you like, don’t go buying something just because it’s in fashion, or by a famous designer, and expect it to be the perfect piece for your home. Take your time and select a piece that you know you will love living with for years to come. Secondly, buy from someone who’s knowledgeable. We specialise in restoration and take extreme care while restoring pieces to maintain any patina; the wear they have acquired through previous years of use. To remove this would be to remove a part of its history, you have to remember that most of the pieces we are dealing with can be anywhere from 40 to 70 years old, and we aim to preserve their integrity as so. 03 — Mid Century Modern: the Morrison Collection

Thirdly, if you are planning to furnish your house with mid-century pieces, I would never suggest that you stick with one particular style or material. I encourage people to look at a mixture of woods, metals and even fabrics that work together to complement their overall living space. We are fortunate to live in a time where it’s possible to mix mid-century with antique and even contemporary design to create a space that is uniquely our own. Are there any pieces you can’t bear to part with? I used to hang on to things, but I’ve let go of a lot more in recent years. There are definitely a few pieces, probably more sculptures and paintings now, that I will definitely cherish for years to come. What’s the longest amount of time you’ve spent on a restoration? Some pieces can take a long time. I recently finished a chair in which the restoration process spanned about six years. Many pieces come to us missing parts, often small things from handles to hinges or bigger things like an arm or a leg which means I have to track them down or have them made. I enjoy this process though, as its puts me in touch with other craftsmen who can aid us with future restorations. How do you approach a restoration? Most of the restoration work I do tends to be in the morning or late afternoon, during these hours I find I am able to focus more and produce a much higher quality of work. For me the process is so much more than stripping or sanding wood; being able to breathe life back into pieces that were made with such fine craftsmanship is an absolute joy. I’m also in the process of teaching Nico some restoration work. More so now than ever I see restoration becoming a lost art, and it’s not surprising considering the throwaway society we live in. I think it’s vital for all craftsmen and tradesmen to pass on their knowledge to the younger generations in order for human craft to survive. I also see what we do, in a way, as recycling – by giving a piece of furniture a second life when it would have otherwise been left to decay. Where have mr mod pieces ended up? London, America, Australia. Australia is definitely our biggest overseas market and I think that will continue to grow as getting hold of quality mid-century pieces over there has become much harder than it used to be. Since deciding to focus a lot more on our website and social media, it’s been exciting to see interest grow among a larger audience within New Zealand and to gain interest overseas. mrmod.co.nz

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PORT OF COOL Lyttelton

What’s Hot Christchurch heads portside to check out the renaissance of Lyttelton, home to some mighty fine eats, a collection of iconic and trendy watering holes, funky boutiques and killer beats.

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If any part of Christchurch personifies a bounce back from adversity with creativity, innovation, community initiatives and funky venues, it’s Lyttelton. Post-quake, it’s more tight-knit than ever with a rough and ready hipster cool, all framed with those unforgettable harbour views. The trip through the tunnel, (or over the hill, if you’re so inclined) ushers you into a community that’s a breath of fresh sea air with a mini-break vibe. We peruse the port for the hottest spots, tastiest eats, best bars and more. On the café scene, the Lyttelton Coffee Company legend has spread well beyond the boundaries of the port, so it’s great to visit their heritage building HQ and find it living up to the hype with great service, food, and (of course) coffee (and the delicious smell of the roaster!). Spooky Boogie is a record store with some major bonuses: their coffee, cakes and scrummy treats all go gangbusters, and you’ll also want to check out the original art pieces. The Shroom Room serves up delicious vegetarian and vegan goodies amidst a cool, sort of back-country-hut vibe in Albion Square. For further “treat yourself” goodness you’ll definitely want to hit the legendary Lyttelton Bakery, home to Bree Scott’s Glamour Cake and her epic slices and gourmet donuts in new flavours every day (think the likes of salted caramel brandy snap, jelly tip cheesecake, and Baileys mocha) – but be fast, because these fly out the door! On the evening dining scene, high on any list of mentions must of course be Roots Restaurant, Lyttelton’s degustation destination that has earned a reputation as one of the country’s very finest. Owners Giulio and Christy Sturla have achieved tremendous success (as in, for example, being awarded three Hats in 2018 by the Cuisine

Good Food Guide) with fresh, seasonal and organic fare, much of which is foraged from around Banks Peninsula. You’ll also want to check out relative newbie SUPER, a hip haunt with its own left-field take on Japanese food, and Nom Nom Kitchen’s Thai-inspired swanky new Lyttelton eatery where the cuisine comes in hot. Arbour bangs out some awesome woodfired pizzas from their funked-up yard in Oxford Street, adding sweet live tunes and a superchilled atmosphere for good measure. Look up the sensational street food from Nepal and elsewhere around the world at cool caravan Sherpa Kai, or if you’re a seafood fan, hit the seaside perch that is Fisherman’s Wharf for the freshest of fish (out of the net and into your pan!) and port views. You can make a proper meal of it at Civil & Naval as well, where the tapas menu offers up delights such as polenta crumbed calamari with wasabi and green tea mayo and brown butter prawns with turmeric pickles and curry leaves. Kick on into the evening with their craft beers and cocktails before making the town rounds: Wunderbar is a quirky classic that offers great port views and regular local and touring acts. Hell Fire Club – which has been described as “like heading round to someone’s student digs and finding a bunch of mates and some unexpectedly good music there” – offers a chilled-out vibe, great beer and grunge chic (get them to tell you the story about the stain on the ceiling). You’ll also want to check out Eruption Brewing’s brew bar, which offers tasty sharing options and plates amidst their delicious range of craft brews (your first order should be the Lyttelton Pale Ale). For supplies at home, fresh produce and artisan tastiness, you can’t go past the legendary Lyttleton Farmers’ Market, which bursts to life every Saturday from 10am to 1pm with stalls chocka with ready-to-eat goodies, locally grown produce, gourmet foods and much more.

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01 — Lyttelton Coffee Company

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Community co-operative outfit Harbour Co-op on London Street offers local, organic, fair trade and wholefood deliciousness and household groceries with a range that includes everything from breakfast spreads to baby food and sauces to sea salt. If you want to get Lyttelton’s funky food vibe at your place, another option is to look up the crew at Green Dinner Table (based in the old British Hotel), whose plant-based ingredients/recipe delivery service will have you whipping up your own restaurant-quality vegan/ vegetarian fare each night at home. Time for some shopping! Lyttelton is creating quite the reputation as a boutique shopping destination. The Lyttel Kiwi offers a collection of gorgeous handmade crafts and giftware including soaps, jewellery, clothing, homewares and more. Henry Trading, described as an “independent miniature department store”, offers

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a carefully curated collection of goods including homewares, knick-knacks, gourmet foods, art and more, much of it locally made (including Lyttelton Lights, luxury scented candles that have blown up big around the country). The window displays next door at Sweet Thursday will also entice you in to view their eclectic collection of homewares, collectables and fashion. The iconic Leslie’s Book Shop, meanwhile, is the mothership of magazines and attracts bibliophiles from miles around. If you can drag yourself away from your coffee at Spooky Boogie, you’ll want to check out the vinyl, books, T-shirts and giftware. Serious snow bunnies will want to check out Kingswood Skis, where they handmake some seriously top-end bamboo core skis to your specific requirements. Shopping bags loaded and tummies full – time for some entertainment and exploration. The

Lyttelton Arts Factory at the corner of Oxford Street and Sumner Road is the new incarnation of The Loons Circus Theatre Company, and its nice new black box theatre plays regular host to both touring productions and the local company’s own output. That harbour is out there too, just beckoning you to explore it: jump aboard Black Cat Cruises for trips over to the delightful Diamond Harbour or Quail Island, where you can explore historic sites, spot native birds (including little blue penguins) and stroll the network of trails across the island, taking in the progress of the native replanting project. It’s also your chance to take in what might be called the booming “Lyttelton sound” driven by local acts like Marlon Williams, Aldous Harding, The Eastern, Delaney Davidson, The Tiny Lies, and more, many linked to Lyttelton Records and Ben Edwards’ The Sitting Room studio.

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Q&A: Gretchen La Roche

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In March 2019, the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra will return to the city’s beloved and rebuilt Town Hall. To mark the occasion, the CSO will reunite with Shapeshifter, who they performed with in 2007, and the next night pianists Michael Houstoun and Tony Chen Lin will perform Mozart’s Concerto for Two Pianos. What’s Hot Christchurch asked CSO chief executive Gretchen La Roche about the significance of the return, and what plans the organisation has for its new home. As well as regaining an auditorium that is regarded as one of the best-designed concert halls in the world, the CSO will also get a permanent home in a new wing built just for it. Part of that new wing is the Ron Ball Studio, which the orchestra will use as a main rehearsal room and small performance venue. How important to the CSO is the return to the Town Hall? Like many people we are really looking forward to it. The Town Hall is a very special place, with its acoustics and revolutionary design putting it among the top concert halls in the world. It’s a significant building not only for Christchurch or New Zealand but also internationally. It’s going to be great to be back in a large venue in the heart of the city; that will allow the CSO to be even more accessible to the Christchurch public and audiences.

programme. We have been engaged in this for several years now and it is becoming increasingly important to the organisation and to the people we work with. It’s the key to sharing our music with as many different people in as many different ways as we can. It’s not just the concert hall either – the Ron Ball Studio allows us to expand, launch new projects and welcome people into our home.

What difference will it make to the CSO to be back in the central city? It will make a big difference for our community engagement

What plans do you have to make the most of the new spaces? We have lots of plans. One thing we want to do when we can is get the

audience and the orchestra up close to each other. So from July 9, for the school holidays, we will present a season of Peter and the Wolf, which will have performances in English and others in Te Reo Māori using the Kāi Tahu dialect, and also special relaxed performances for people with particular auditory sensitivities or who need to feel free to get up and move around if they want to. As we settle in, there will be so many more opportunities to share the space with other organisations and art groups. cso.co.nz

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Q&A: Shapeshifter

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What’s Hot Christchurch asks keyboardist and guitarist Sam Trevethick what the audience can look forward to when the CSO reunite with Shapeshifter on the Town Hall stage. Shapeshifter back in the Town Hall with the CSO after 11 years – how exciting is that? It’s very exciting to be reopening my favourite venue. I'm so happy it was able to be saved from destruction. The night we played with the CSO was incredible so it’s great to be able to repeat it. What will the playlist look like – a mix of old and new? Pretty much a song or two from every album we've made, plus one or two we haven't yet.

The band must be pretty busy these days with your growing international popularity. What does a year look like for you now – Australia and New Zealand in the summer followed by Europe in their summer? Pretty much nailed it there. We also hit Canada and Japan around September/October. It’s two years now since your last album, Stars, dropped – when can we expect another one? We are working on a new release yes, untitled so far but it’s got plenty of differing flavours, which is standard play for us. Expect our new single, ‘Break Me Down’, early in 2019.

For the Christchurch band members in particular it must be great to be part of the return to the Town Hall? It’s my favourite venue in the world, and also in my home town. It’s where I saw The Muppet Show, Tool, Korn, Portishead, Smashing Pumpkins, and my mother, Rosemary Turnbull, as vocal soloist in Last Night of The Proms.

Of the by now hundreds of gigs you have played, what would be the craziest? Probably the time Paora (Apera, aka P Digsss) got laryngitis the day of a festival in Exeter, in the UK, and we decided to play the show anyway with Tiki performing on stage as our singer. Guy, our foldback engineer, took over mixing front of house and we played our entire set. Tiki nailed it. That was “the show must go on” at its finest.

Any special guests lined up? We have a few things up our sleeve, yes.

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No doubt Tiki Taane will be working the sound desk for you again? Tiki has done every show we've ever played bar a small handful, and we're grateful he'll be on the boards again.

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Q&A: Tony Chen Lin

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The CSO’s celebrations of the reopening of the Christchurch Town Hall include the first concert of the 2019 Lamb & Hayward Masterworks Series. Pianists Michael Houstoun and Tony Chen Lin will perform Mozart’s Concerto for Two Pianos. What’s Hot Christchurch asked Chen Lin about his journey from Christchurch music student to the Town Hall stage, and the responsibility of choosing the new Steinway piano for the auditorium. You made your debut with the CSO this year – what were some memorable moments from that? The whole experience was a very memorable one. I especially enjoyed working with Benjamin Northey, who is a wonderful musician and conductor. In addition to that, it is always a joy to play for a warm and appreciative home crowd with my family and friends sitting in it. But this amiable feeling wasn’t just in the audience; it was lovely to see so many familiar faces in the orchestra too, many of whom I went to school and university with. I really felt at home! You are playing Mozart’s Concerto for Two Pianos with Michael Houstoun in March – have you performed with him before? Looking forward to it? I am very excited and privileged to be performing with Michael Houstoun. His name has been with me since the very beginning of my musical life – from the day I first discovered those original Beethoven recordings at the city library. Apart from

attending masterclasses with him some years ago, the only time I have ever collaborated with Michael was when I was once called in to page-turn for him in a concert. I look forward immensely to sharing the stage with him again – this time in a musical collaboration in which I also get to have my own piano to play. You learnt piano here in Christchurch – who from and where, and what was your first concert? Yes, it was in Christchurch that I first discovered – quite serendipitously – my love for music. My parents soon recognised this new-found passion so when I was 12 years old they took me to keyboard classes with Penny Crosby. About a year later I switched to private piano lessons with Rosemary Stott. Things happened very quickly from there. When I was 14 I played my first concerto, my “debut” with the Christchurch School of Music orchestra at the Christchurch Junior Concerto Competition. At the time it was such a new and exciting experience for me and it still remains a memory I treasure. I feel tremendously lucky to still be doing this today. Have you had a chance to check out the rebuild of the Christchurch Town Hall? Not yet but I can’t wait to see – and hear it! I fondly remember performing Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No.2 with Sir William Southgate and the CSO at the National Concerto Competition final in the Town Hall 10 years ago. You hand-picked the Steinway piano that will be housed in our

new Town Hall – what was that process and how did you decide? It was a fascinating experience. When I arrived at the Hamburg Steinway factory that morning, the first thing I noticed was the New Zealand flag that greeted us at the entrance. I was told they only host one selection a day. Before being shown to the pianos I was first given an exclusive two-hour tour of the factory. It was inspiring to witness the dedication and craftsmanship and the amount of meticulous detail that go into creating these beautiful instruments. At the conclusion of this insightful tour I was escorted to the selection room on the top floor of the factory. To reach it you first pass through a hallway in which every square inch of the four walls is adorned with personally inscribed portraits of just about every important pianist on the planet; Steinway artists – from past legends to current stars – who all had hand-picked their piano in this very room. It was an impressive but intimidating sight! The selection process itself was challenging and took a while. In the end I selected an instrument that was a good all-rounder yet I felt still had its own distinct character. It allowed for a wide variety of shadings and colours and was overall a very inspiring instrument, one I enjoyed playing on and discovering all its many possibilities. I cross my fingers and hope our Christchurch audience will agree! As I was leaving the building at the end of the day, an employee just off work

pointed up at the flag and was curious to know where it’s from. “Neuseeland!” I replied. I guess it’s not every day that they send a Steinway D Concert Grand to this side of the world. Who’s your favourite composer and/or composition to play? That depends – I’d say it is usually what I’m working on at the moment. The music of Schubert, Schumann and Mozart particularly speaks to me. I have a great admiration for Bartók, whose pioneering work in Hungarian folk and peasant music is extremely fascinating. What are your proudest achievements to date? Recording and releasing my debut solo album on Rattle Records this year was a real highlight. On it I play music by Bach, Bartók and Schumann plus a short work of my own. It was a tremendously rewarding experience and one I’m very happy to be able to share with others. In 2019 I have some exciting engagements lined up in Europe and Asia, as well as a nationwide solo tour with Chamber Music New Zealand. I’m truly grateful for having all these wonderful opportunities, especially in a highly competitive world that is saturated with so many extraordinary talents. We face many challenges as musicians today, so I value every chance I get to share all this incredible music. It certainly makes it worth while! Phoenix, Christchurch Town Hall, March 2 cso.co.nz

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“... it is always a joy to play for a warm and appreciative home crowd with my family and friends sitting in it.”

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FESTIVAL FEVER Best of the Fests

What’s Hot Christchurch gets their festival on and susses out the city’s top dates, the few worth hitting the road for and the ones to take to the air for. So tap our top picks – a mix of eats, beats and culture to keep your summer (and autumn) pumping.

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FAT FREDDY’S DROP

If you’re like us and froth top-notch music from local and international artists, then Fat Freddy’s Drop’s summer performance should be (or will be) on your radar. With a rad lineup of artists tapped to bless our ears with a tasty mix of beats – think headliners Fat Freddy’s Drop, sassy lass Ladi6 (pictured), The Black Seeds, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Dillastrate and Norman Jay MBE – this mini-fest is sure to keep you movin’ and groovin’ long into the eve. Don’t fret though, if you’ve cut one too many a shape on the d-floor, the wealth of eats and beverage stalls that’ll be out in full force will keep your energy levels high so you don’t miss a thing. Where: Hagley Park When: January 12 Why: Fat Freddy’s Drop duh? dashtickets.co.nz

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FEELING LIBERATED What’s Hot Christchurch has a yarn with New Zealand R ’n’ B queen Ladi6 on her music plans for 2019, getting her judge on in Project Runway and her funky fresh style. Who will be joining you for this gig? My band, the usual suspects and maybe a couple of special guests... one will have to see won’t we... lol. What are your musical plans for 2019? Oh man, new life, new life, new life... we are in dream mode now for what will be a creative killer of a year... 2019 is already blowing my mind! What’s the state of hip hop in NZ these days? Man, as far as I can tell... damn good! Of the new crop of artists, who are you a fan of? Oh man, I’m a fan of pretty much everybody coming out right now, every artist right now has a fire mentality that keeps me feelin’ crazy inspired. There’s some serious girl power in the industry now – your reaction? I would like it all to go deeper, and I would like to see true change. I'm yet to see that, so I'm curiously sceptical.

NORTH CANTERBURY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL

Make a beeline for the North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival, dubbed the “coolest little wine festival in the country”. A wine connoisseur and foodie’s haven, the annual event showcases the region’s top drops and seasonal eats courtesy of the wealth of eclectic food vendors and wineries. This year’s powerhouse collective includes Black Estate Wines and Pegasus Bay Winery – both of whom have racked up a ton of accolades. Wander amongst the idyllic oaks, soak up the rays, get crafty with local artisans and crafts people, rally the troops and join the Long Lunch – a sensational dining experience that offers up a tasty menu and the crème de la crème of the best wines – and indulge in North Canterbury’s finest produce and suds all to the slick tunes and entertainment that’ll keep the good vibes going all arvo. Where: Glenmark Domain When: March 10 Why: Your chance to indulge in some of the best wine and produce in the country ncwineandfood.co.nz

You’ve worked with a lot of people over the years – who would be your dream collaboration? I'd like to keep tapping into collaborating on different projects and genres, I really LOVE my voice right now, so now’s a good time to get at me. How cool was it to be a judge on Project Runway? It was pretty fun, Georgia was a sweetheart and really was a leader during the shoot, I was really impressed by her. What’s your favourite fashion label? I do not play favourites, I play them all! I love to play with styles and colour and dream of mixes and matches of everything – I love it ALL! Ladi Loves It ALL!

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CASSELS & SONS NOSTALGIA FESTIVAL

Kick back to the sounds of summer at this day-long festival, a celebration of music and food set within the 1900s replica township of Ferrymead Heritage Park. Uniting the community through the magic of music, this hip festival showcases a curated selection of feel-good New Zealand and international artists with music courtesy of TrinityRoots, C.W. Stoneking, The Beths, Holly Arrowsmith, Soaked Oats and many more set to unleash their tunes on the Nostalgia stage. Wander through the vintage streets, treat

yourself to a wealth of primo eats and drinks, soak up the entertainment of the roving theatre and peruse artisan goodies. Let the good times roll! Where: Ferrymead Heritage Park When: February 16 Why: Experience a laid-back festival in a unique environment nostalgiafestival.co.nz

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THE GREAT KIWI BEER FESTIVAL

With a well-earned reputation as being the country’s largest outdoor beer festival (and some – in fact, us – would say the best), this epic afternoon and evening dedicated to the nation’s favourite amber liquid is heaven for all who love a cheeky tipple. Navigate your way through more than 300 beers and ciders on tap from some of the best breweries – add in some of the region’s and city’s top eats and shoulder-tap some of the country’s best musos including honky-tonk chanteuse Tami Neilson, reggae and roots collective Salmonella Dub and Kiwi faves Stellar (who are linking up after a long hiatus) – and you’ve got one heck of a beerstravaganza.

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The Christchurch City Council are once again producing the summer goods and as per usual have a wicked lineup of events to see you, your fam, your mates and your four-legged pals through the buzzing summer months. The Terrace is the place to be for all that’s hot and happening around the central city so kick-start the summer affair and relax. City Sounds will also be taking up a summer residence on The Terrace where set Friday lunchtimes from December to the end of February see local talent taking to the mic and performing live. Mark up events such as the Jordan Luck Band, who will be calling into Hagley Park for a riotous New Year concert, or laze in the quaint surrounds of the Botanic Gardens and vibe to the sweet beats of musos with Deep South Lazy Sundays. Gather the fam and make for New Brighton Beach and partake in the annual Deep South Kite Day (with or without kite), get all kinds of lit at Sparks – one of the city’s most iconic fireworks events – or check out King Arthur, the reinvigorated rendition of the old-skool tale that will have you in fits.

Where: Hagley Park When: January 26 Why: Uh, the best beer and cider you can wrap your sweet li’l taste-buds around!

Where: Various venues around the central city When: December through to February (check the CCC website) Why: Get out and explore the city while also soaking up the talent of our locals

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BREAD & CIRCUS – WORLD BUSKERS FESTIVAL

You thought the 2018 edition of the World Buskers Festival was insane? Think again, because the 2019 edition – now rocking its new moniker Bread & Circus – World Buskers Festival – is tapped to up the ante by unleashing a wealth of local and international talent when it takes over the city for 25 days. The upcoming extravaganza will play host to a whopping 527 performances (!), including a smorgasbord of heavy-hitters on the entertainment scene, including Piff the Magic Dragon, Kaput, Hot Brown Honey, Betty Grumble, MulletMan and LIMBO (pictured) and will also have a tasty selection of eats and beats on the side that’ll keep you fuelled and raring to go. Where: Various venues dotted around the central city. When: January 10 – February 3 Why: Epic performances from some of the world’s top performers breadandcircus.co.nz

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SEIZING PLEASURE By her own admission, Betty Grumble comes from a long line of humanoid and mythical sex clowns. She shares her womanifesto with What’s Hot Christchurch before her appearances in Bread & Circus – World Buskers Festival. How did you break into this industry? I wouldn't call it a break. I was always a creature of theatre and shows. I didn't want to tell stories that didn't make my heart sing, I didn't want to compete and be treated like an object. I was lucky enough to train and persist within arts schools and experiment in the realm of the nightclub. Installation performance, drag, strip and storytelling all got smashed together as I honed full-length shows. It was a maturation, a slow burn, a thick tree trunking that is now bearing fruit. I didn't compromise my radical heart and people have respected that. How did your persona Betty Grumble come to fruition? Betty Grumble was born out of a desire to seize pleasure as a radical act. She is my healing balm and I offer her up as a site for celebration and critique. She is my totem critter, coming and becoming. She started as a war mask but has also evolved into a love letter. She is a mantric wish for lover energy and comes from a long line of humanoid and mythical sex clowns. What has been your weirdest fan request? I haven't had one. I think wyrdness is good! Who has been your biggest influence? All the women bodies that have fought and flourished before us, given us life force and strength in the face of cruelty and control. I love rock ’n' roll, disco and the ocean. Who would you love to collaborate with? Gaia, the ancestral mother of all life!

FIND OUT MORE For the ultimate low-down on the city’s best gigs, events and festivals, head to Christchurch lifestyle bible Cityscape’s website (cityscape.co.nz/magazine) and download their essential app and magazine to your favourite device.

If you knew then what you know now, would you still be doing what you are doing today? Yes! I am living a beautiful gift of creativity. If you could perform anywhere in the world, where would it be? I would love to perform wherever the sea meets the wildness and wherever there are humanoids up for the gathering. What can we expect from your Christchurch performances? You can expect a womanifesto, a flesh riot, a performance arty, wildly silly spectacle of deep messy being. Betty Grumble, Jan 11 – Jan 19, part of Bread & Circus – World Buskers Festival, Jan 10 – Feb 3 breadandcircus.co.nz

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THE REST OF THE FESTS Kick back to the sounds of summer at Live in Lincoln: Selwyn Sounds (Mar 2) which winds back the clock with epic retro offerings from Little River Band, Jon Stevens and more. Get your gin on at Gindulgence (Mar 2/3) and sample a selection from New Zealand’s leading producers. Lanterns of all shapes and sizes will drench the city in colour at the South Island Lantern Festival (Feb 22 – 24).

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ELECTRIC AVENUE MUSIC FESTIVAL

On the hunt for some festival fun? Get your groove on and make for Electric Avenue Music Festival at Hagley Park – 12 hours of back-to-back tunes. Bringing sizzle and heat by way of an array of local and international musical talent, the 2019 edition sees heavyweights on the drum and bass scene Rudimental nabbing the headline spot, Netsky unleashing his super slick, high-octane tunes, Kiwi lasses JessB, Estère, and Aroha & Tali bringing the sass plus a whole lot more musical acts to be announced. Time to

recharge after cutting too many shapes on the d-floor? Wrap your taste-buds around the goodies of a delish lineup of food and drink vendors sure to keep you going long into the eve. Get amongst the ultimate day (and night) out, she’s going to be a biggie! Where: Hagley Park When: February 23 Why: 12 hours of high-octane bangers

Out-of-town festivals worth travelling for include Wellington Wine & Food Festival (Feb 2), Marlborough Wine & Food Festival (Feb 9, Blenheim), Hokitika Wildfoods Festival (Mar 9), Rhythm and Alps (Dec 29 – 31, Wanaka), Rhythm and Vines (Dec 28 – Jan 1, Eastland), St Jerome’s Laneway Festival (Jan 28, Auckland), Jim Beam Homegrown (Mar 23, Wellington), One Love (Jan 26 – 27, Tauranga), Wondergarden (Dec 31, Auckland), Auckland Arts Festival (Mar 7 – 24), Luminate Festival (Jan 30 – Feb 6, Takaka) Splore Festival (Feb 21 – 24, Auckland), Art Deco Festival (Feb 13 – 17, Napier), Dunedin Fringe Festival (Mar 21 – 31).

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MAGIC FUN Life just keeps getting busier for the super-talented Estère, who will bring her ‘electric blue witch-hop’ to the Electric Avenue stage in February. What’s Hot Christchurch falls under her spell. You’ve had a whirlwind of a year performing globally. How does performing abroad compare to performing on home soil? I think when you perform abroad there’s an extra layer of anticipation and uncertainty in the emotions that come with touring. When you’re going somewhere for the first time and you know all your friends

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ELECTRIC DREAMS What’s Hot Christchurch talks to breakthrough hip-hop artist JessB before her appearance at February’s Electric Avenue Festival. What was the turning point for you to pursue a career in the music industry? When P-Money came across some of my older music on Soundcloud and decided to hit me up. Bloom is a phenomenal album – what was the creative process like for that and how was it collaborating with P-Money? Thank you! The creative process was a journey of me finding my feet as a musician, but also as a person. All the music I write is representative of a time in my life.

and family are on the other side of the world, you can feel a great sense of vastness. I enjoy touring wherever I go but playing in New Zealand has a special feeling of warmth and familiarity. Before you went solo, you were in the collective BrockaflowersaurusRex & The Blueberry Biscuits, which is a rad name – how did that name come to be? We all had studied either at university or high school together and formed the band as a means to get to play huge music together. It was fun. You’ve crafted this extraordinary and heady mix of music you call “electric blue witch-hop” – how

So the songs in the EP are all things that I was experiencing/seeing/exploring as I was writing them. Collaborating with P-Money is a hip-hop artist’s dream come true! And he is very in tune with the sort of sounds and music I am drawn to, so it makes the creative process really fun and seamless. You smashed your Vodafone Music Awards performance – it must have been a career highlight? Yes!! I was very lucky to have the opportunity to perform, and the team that helped me put it together made it an experience I won’t ever forget. You have such a rad and unique style – are there any brands or designers that influence this? No – most of my clothes are from op-shops.

did this come about? I like to think of music as a witch’s cauldron. This and that get stirred into the pot. The result is a magic concoction. So when I started making music, I recognised that I couldn’t easily fit a ‘genre box’ over the many elements that went into what I was writing. I just alluded to the electronic, hazy blue, magic, beat-driven nature of my craft by calling it electric blue witch-hop. What’s on the cards for 2019? It’s starting off with a couple of festivals in both New Zealand and Australia. I’ll be playing at Electric Avenue Festival in February as well as St Kilda and Bendigo Festival in Australia. I’ll be continuing to tour

And are there any fashion trends that need to go? I think people should wear whatever they feel best expresses them. No rules :) Weirdest fan experience? People who think they can get all up in my personal space lol. Unsolicited hugs are scary asf! Pre- and post-show rituals I don’t really have anything that I have to do before or after a show. Probably getting ready and doing my hair/ makeup is something that I enjoy, just to take a moment before things get crazy. Person you’d love to collaborate with? Missy Elliott. Anything on the cards for when you’re in Christchurch for Electric Ave? Heat.

my latest release, ‘My Design, On Others’ Lives’, globally. I’ll also be looking to write/record a new record.

Person you’d love to collaborate with? Rosalía. She seems like she’s an incarnated goddess of song!

How did it feel having Bic Runga ask you to appear on stage with her? It felt very nice. She is very nice. And what a songwriter!

You have a unique sense of style – who is your style icon? Thank you. Hmmm – probably my grandma. I like how she is very decisive about what she will wear. It’s inspiring. She likes to wear big rings, sleek black clothing that is always elegantly tailored. She has a bob – kind of like Edna Mode (the designer in The Incredibles). I think people who express their aesthetic in an honest and creative way are always style-inspiring!

Who are your top music influences that get the creative juices flowing? It always changes but at the moment I’ve been listening a lot to this amazing Catalonian artist called Rosalía, an Italian producer called Clap! Clap!, Fleet Foxes and Mitski. All of them suit a different mood, and I’m learning a lot about song structure and production ideas from listening to them.

One day I’ll… Record an album high up in the Canadian Mountains.

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Coffee Love

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In its never-ending pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee, What’s Hot Christchurch asks the people roasting and blending the city’s favourite beans what the new trends are and what goes into making the perfect cup. From the importance of origin to the fine art of selecting and blending, we find out what goes into Christchurch’s premium coffees. Coffee, coffee, coffee – we love, love, love it. Whether it’s our breakfast latté, mid-morning long black or maybe even a frappé or cold brew later in the day, this get-up-and-go go-to is a source of both joy and strength. Which is why for the dedicated roasters and retailers putting their all into delivering Christchurch caffeine-istas with the best the world of coffee has to offer, the focus remains firmly fixed on quality. There’s something about these little beans that inspires passion throughout the international coffee supply chain, from the growers in the highlands of Central and South America, Africa and south-east Asia to the independent

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importers and roasters constantly in search of new green-bean varieties to tempt the palates of their discerning customers. The search for new varieties is a constant driver for Markus and Maria Hirner of Espresso245, who market their coffee under the Viking Coffee brand. The couple plan to source green beans directly from Bolivia this year for the first time, after travelling there early in 2018 to follow up on reports of a rise in high-grade specialty coffee from the central South American country. The new trading connection is a cultural one as well – Maria Hirner is originally from Bolivia and her family farmed coffee there in the past. A big attraction for Markus Hirner is the increasing choice of varietals on offer from Bolivian producers. Trading directly in this way with the coffee growers is a rising trend for coffee roasters in New Zealand and globally, Markus Hirner says. “It means you are able to cut out the middle man and pay the producer a higher price than they may have got from an exporter.”

Hirner sees a market that is becoming increasingly saturated with specialty coffee shops and roasters – “I seem to hear about a new roaster in New Zealand every month. It has become a trendy thing for people to get involved in and it definitely is enjoyable.” To his mind though, the Christchurch market is avoiding any downside from this. “We are lucky as most of the coffee roasters we have are excellent and have similar mindsets on growing our industry in a good direction, educating the customers on everything that goes into making a great cup of coffee, and focusing on superior customer service.” At the Birmingham Drive roastery of Switch Espresso, Jeremy Innes is also on the search for new green-bean varieties and developing relationships with importers. “We source beans from all over but predominantly they’re Colombian and Brazilian. We’ve also started a good trading relationship in Java for Arabica beans. I’ve made a couple of trips to London, and we’ve got a strong relationship with Trade Aid. It’s all about maintaining a consistent supply,” he says.

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Innes sees specialty coffees such as cold brew as an interesting aside but the core of the business remains guaranteeing top-quality coffee to Switch’s loyal customers. Reflecting on the local industry, which he thinks is slowly becoming more professional, he says New Zealand has been leading the game internationally but the world is catching up. For example, as well as its popular The Rev, Brighton Up and Zap blends, Switch has offered single-origin roasted beans since the start, and now the trend in Europe is for cafés and roasters to do the same. That constant search for new varieties was enough to get Dan Brown of Underground Coffee Roasters interested in the “wet hulled” coffees coming out of Vietnam and East Timor. “Wet hulled” refers to the shorter drying time the green beans are subjected to. This emphasises body and mutes acidity, resulting in a more intense flavour. While we wait, Brown and his team continue to deliver their top-quality freshly roasted beans for home or café consumption. To make the home experience even better, he recommends customers buy whole roasted beans and a good-quality flat burr grinder – “These are relatively inexpensive these days.” Grind fresh for each cup, just like the cafés do, and use your coffee within seven to 10 days. Want to go a bit deeper in your appreciation of

your morning cup of joe? Ed Tanner at The Sailor’s Son and Chris Meyer, aka The Coffee Monster, can help. Both have started offering courses for the true caffiend. Tanner, who with wife Celia also operates central-city espresso bar The Anchorage, has three courses on offer, one for the home barista and the other two for people wanting to learn for a job. He has hosted several of the home barista courses now. “People love it. We talk coffee. Mainly I answer their questions about what machine they have and how to get them using it properly,” he says. The real focus though is on roasting and retail, and like their counterparts in the city’s coffee industry the couple are continuing to search for new green-bean varietals. “Single origin is the big thing,” says Tanner, echoing others What’s Hot Christchurch spoke to. “Our single-origins are Brazilian – they’re chocolaty, malty and sweet – Ethiopian and Kenyan. Consistency of flavour is the key, and consistency of supply as well.” People’s palates are becoming more discerning, he says. “Instead of just going to a café and buying a coffee, I say spend your money better – go to a local independent roaster, spend the same amount and ask questions. It’s becoming like craft beer, with people drinking for the flavour. It’s subjective though – some people

want light and fruity, or acidic, or they might prefer a bitter espresso. We also try to offer a lot of filter coffees.” For a summer treat, The Anchorage is offering the Walker Street Cooler – cold-brew coffee, tonic water and a house-made lemon juice. Chris Meyer’s “Coffee Monster” persona only comes out after-hours. His real job is running Black & White Origins in the Lichfield Courtyard, which has more than six single-origin specialty coffees at any one time and over 24 on-site in raw form, allowing plenty of experimentation. As the Coffee Monster, Meyer is running The Coffee Appreciation Project for “good humans built for coffee”. It aims “to inspire passion for all things caffeine” and covers coffee from the plant through harvesting, processing and roasting. It also teaches techniques for soft-brew options like Chemex, plunger, syphon and cold drip; and Meyer finishes off with how to give your home latté the pro touch with some foam art. The Coffee Appreciation Project is run on the last Friday of every month. Visit coffeemonster.co.nz for details. Meyer reflects the same passion for the product as all the roasters What’s Hot Christchurch spoke to: “Coffee is a ‘must have’ for Cantabrians and we aim to offer the best cup possible. We live, breathe and bleed caffeine for our customers.”

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TOP MACHINES FOR THE HOME BARISTA Bring the café styles home with one of these top-of-the-line home espresso machines.

GAGGENAU 400 SERIES Gaggenau’s range of fully automatic espresso machines blend seamlessly into your kitchen and allow you to create café-style beverages to match any guest’s request. The 400 series has a fixed connection to deliver a constant supply of water. To make life easier during the morning scramble, you can save up to eight configurations to the machine’s memory. To find out more, contact Craig Shaw (Shawsy) on 03 363 5910; POA.

BEZZERA MITICA If you are after a more traditional look for your home espresso machine, check out the Bezzera Mitica (RRP $3,350), a shiny slice of Italian style that will bring function and glamour to your kitchen. The standard machine is equipped with a 4L water tank or you can plumb it in for a direct water connection. Kick it old-skool with the machine’s manual lever mechanism and you will not only look the part but be sure of coffee excellence every time.

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WALL STORIES In the wake of the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011, the rebuilding of Christchurch’s inner city created one of the world’s best canvases for street art. Pulling a positive out of the dramatic transformation of the city landscape forced by the earthquakes, the resulting abundance of large-scale art has made the city itself a gigantic outdoor art gallery that’s crammed with numerous photo ops. Things kicked off with the successful Rise (2014) and Spectrum Street Art Festivals (2015-16) and their ‘Big Walls’ projects. While the annual Spectrum festival wrapped up in 2016, the new Street Prints Ōtautahi festival has picked up the same ball and run with it, celebrating not only street art but street dance, theatre and music as well. The new festival has added to Christchurch’s already impressive collection of large-scale street murals, which continues to delight visitors and saw Christchurch named one of the world’s street art capitals alongside New York, Barcelona, Berlin and London by Lonely Planet’s Street Art.

And it’s not just random tagging either; the city’s transformation of blank walls into stunning works of art has featured a veritable roll call of world-renowned street artists including Askew one, Beastman, Flox, Vans the Omega, Fin DAC, Kevin Ledo, ROA, Rone, Anthony Lister, BMD, Eno and more, including local artist Wongi Wilson. You won’t go far in Christchurch before coming across some of Wilson’s artwork – the Christchurch-based graffiti/street artist has painted hundreds of pieces all over the city. Based in the suburb of Sydenham, where he grew up, Wongi played a major part in Christchurch’s post-quake street art boom, with his work as both an exhibiting and commissioned artist popping up on interior and exterior walls around the city, as well as in institutions such as the Canterbury Museum and CoCA gallery. Using the old-skool spray can method, Wongi mixes styles from photo realism to traditional street art/graffiti styles, resulting in colourful, spectacular and visually arresting pieces that leap off the wall. Be sure to check out the spectacular word picture I Always Knew You Would Come Back by

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Sydney-based Australian artist Numskull at the corner of Colombo and Tuam streets. The phrase was the winning entry in a competition that set out to capture the way Christchurch people felt about their city. Winner Hannah Herchenbach, who beat over 400 other entries, has described her immortalised phrase as “a bit of romance in the rubble”, and the inspiring, open-tointerpretation words and the visual treatment they have received have become a favourite with locals. As the rebuild continues, many pieces are being hidden or are less obvious, while new pieces are being added all the time – so it pays to keep an eye out and your camera handy when you’re wandering Christchurch’s city streets! — 08 —

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There’s nearly always something worth checking out somewhere in the city’s cultural scene. Comedy, dance, theatre, music spanning international pop stars through to classical performances, and film from local and international artists are all well represented throughout the year, while a good sprinkling of art galleries, including the highly regarded double-hit of Christchurch Art Gallery and CoCA (Centre of Contemporary Art) offer the chance to familiarise yourself with local work. Take in a show at the city’s iconic Isaac Theatre Royal, where the interiors are as impressive as the spectacle taking place on stage. Dating back to 1906, this grand old dame of Christchurch entertainment was one of many pieces of local heritage that was dealt a severe blow during the earthquakes, and faced demolition at one point. However, following a huge restoration task and the fundraising assistance of prominent figures such as Sir Ian McKellen (who raised more than $350,000 to help the rebuild of the century-old theatre by touring a one-man show across New Zealand), the theatre was returned to its full Edwardian glory and celebrated with a triumphant re-opening in November 2014. Make sure you look up to check out the ornate dome ceiling when you’re there! Tag in an impressive cinema scene spanning obligatory super-sized multiplex-style cinemas rocking huge screens, booming bass and the latest blockbusters, coexisting with a bodacious arthouse scene where boutique theatre luxe switches out buckets of popcorn and cola for local wine lists and gourmet goodies, and the hits just keep on coming.

PERFORMANCE Christchurch has an active theatre scene, with the city’s professional theatre company, The Court Theatre, being the country’s largest, with over 150,000 ticket sales each year. In addition, national and international touring theatre productions are frequent visitors, and several

semi-pro and amateur theatre groups exist around the city, meaning there’s almost always something good to catch – thought-provoking dramas, hilarious comedies, showstopping musicals and more. Don’t miss their hilarious take on that most Christchurch of issues – dealing with EQC (Mar 30 – Apr 27). The central city’s glamorous Isaac Theatre Royal plays frequent host to local and touring shows as a venue, while larger productions typically opt for Horncastle Arena. Dance companies too are frequent visitors – the city regularly hosts the Royal New Zealand Ballet and other national and international companies. New Zealand’s acclaimed national opera company, New Zealand Opera, graces the Isaac Theatre Royal each year as well. Christchurch also has a noteworthy comedy scene: late-night improv comedy show Scared Scriptless is Australasia’s longest-running comedy show; international comedy stars put Christchurch on their touring circuits. More comedy is also on the cards for the summer months, when contentious comedian Jimmy Carr and his relentless humour roll into the Horncastle Arena on January 21, and the same night musical theatre icon Elaine Paige will treat Christchurch audiences to an evening of classic hits such as ‘Memory’ and ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’, while British jokester Sarah Millican is set to make her grand entrance at the Isaac Theatre Royal for two nights of hilarious and unapologetically filthy antics (Jan 26 – 27). In February, the Isaac Theatre Royal will host a season of Madiba the Musical (Feb 14 – 17). Timed to mark 25 years since the abolition of apartheid in South Africa, Madiba the Musical features African dance and vocal traditions set alongside eternal love songs and stirring anthems in a show that tells of Nelson Mandela’s life work as a lawyer and activist for peace. The musical pays tribute to New Zealand and the dramatic part it played in bringing an end to apartheid. From the sublime to the very ridiculous, English comedian and actor Eddie Izzard will bless the city with his Wunderbar World Tour later in the month (Horncastle Arena, Feb 27). After the excesses of his 2014 Force Majeure tour, this time Eddie is back to his roots with a more

personal show that expands on his unique, totally surreal view of life, love, history and his “theory of the universe”. Fans of British band Queen will want to catch We Will Rock You (Isaac Theatre Royal, Mar 29 – Apr 7). Based on more than 24 of the band’s biggest chart-toppers, this futuristic comedy follows Scaramouche and Galileo as they join rock rebels the Bohemians and embark on a journey to freedom. Other calendar highlights are musical masterpiece CATS (Apr 13/14), which will be the first major theatrical performance in the rebuilt Town Hall, and West End classic The Mousetrap, at the Isaac Theatre Royal (Apr 24 – 30).

FESTIVALS A vibrant local festival scene sees an increasing number of big days out available to Christchurch visitors every year. With everything from summer festivals to cultural celebrations, performance festivals, food and wine fests and more, you’re likely to find something to appeal.

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01 — Isaac Theatre Royal Christchurch’s renowned summer event rocks a new name this year: Bread & Circus – World Buskers Festival will hit the city on January 10 (until Feb 3) for some seriously epic shenanigans and world-class entertainment. From worldfamous busking pitches to exceptional ticketed shows, a typically outstanding programme of local, national and international acts will be showcased along the streets and inside the theatres of Christchurch – find out more on their website breadandcircus.co.nz. The Great Kiwi Beer Festival celebrates all things craft beer and brewing with a big afternoon and evening in the central-city green space of – you guessed it – Hagley Park on January 26. Foodies and music lovers unite at the Nostalgia Festival (Feb 16) for a day-long fiesta of the best local food, craft beer, wine and musical acts in the unique and relaxed setting of Ferrymead Heritage Park. Hagley Park’s iconic annual music event Electric Avenue Festival (Feb 23) is also a must for Christchurch music lovers, with a lineup of more than 26 acts from New

Zealand and across the globe set to take to the stage – a great way to end the summer season! From modest beginnings in Victoria Square in 2005, the South Island Lantern Festival (Feb 22 – 24) has become one of Christchurch’s largest and most popular free events, with thousands of people viewing the hundreds of vibrantly coloured Chinese lanterns displayed in the Avon River Precinct, which covers the Avon River, Worcester Boulevard and Cathedral Square. Bring along your family and friends to celebrate Chinese culture and to mark the end of Chinese New Year festivities. This event is for everyone and as well as the lanterns, visitors will be treated to music, performance, dance and food.

CONCERTS Home to a lively pub music scene, Christchurch sees plenty of larger-scale concerts and gigs as well. The busy calendar of local professional orchestra the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is supplemented by visits from the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO) and

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Award-winning soulstress Gin Wigmore returns to Christchurch (Feb 6) with her signature ‘whisky and dry’ vocals, unfiltered frankness and chart-topping tunes. After a five-year stint in LA, Wigmore will be back for a long-awaited performance at the Isaac Theatre Royal. The Hollies were there in 1962 for the birth of British rock ‘n’ roll and haven’t stopped recording and touring since. They bring their repertoire of chart toppers and polished stage energy to the Horncastle Arena (Feb 24) for a night of old-skool magic that will have you sharing the air that they breathe. Ladies, black dress essential! Considered one of the originals of the alt-country movement, celebrated singer/ songwriter John Prine will also be performing in February at the Isaac Theatre Royal (Feb 28). A real treat for fans of music and movies, the NZSO will bring Star Wars: Film Concert Series presents Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert to Horncastle Arena (Aug 3). Oscar-winning composer John Williams’ musical score will be performed live by the NZSO while the film soars across the big screen.

EXHIBITIONS After doing it tough for a long time following the quakes, the city’s art scene has bounced back stronger than ever in a series of new and

rejuvenated spaces. The stunning Christchurch Art Gallery holds some of the country’s premier collections, and a range of smaller specialist galleries elsewhere in the city and its surrounds ensures an art appreciation afternoon is never far away. Across the road, the Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) always has something interesting up its sleeve. It is also a regular host to a range of artistic events – find out more on their website coca.org.nz. Head down Worcester Boulevard to the Arts Centre where you’ll find some pieces from the 20th anniversary season of SCAPE Public Art, and find out where you can locate the rest of the epic lineup of rich contemporary art scattered around the city. It’s just a short stroll back down Worcester Boulevard to one of a few iconic Gothic stone buildings on Rolleston Avenue: the Canterbury Museum, which contains an array of long-term and special exhibitions. It’s a must-visit for anyone who wants to know more about the history of the region and its people. Head south and discover the aviation wonderland of the Air Force Museum of New Zealand. As the city’s artistic hub, the Christchurch Art Gallery (corner of Montreal Street and Worcester Boulevard, christchurchartgallery.org.nz) is always running exhibitions guaranteed to

fascinate, intrigue and inspire. There’s plenty to see, such as Luigi Rossini: Le Antichità Romane (until Jan 20), where a young Italian architect and archaeologist, captivated by Rome’s antiquities, showcases his 28 works; and We Do This, a contemporary exhibition marking 125 years of women’s suffrage is on display until May 26. Riccarton’s Bryce Gallery has also opened a central-city exhibition space on Hereford Street. The new gallery hosts a carefully curated collection of paintings and sculptural works. Bryce Gallery’s Riccarton premises are in a former show home, which is very helpful for those browsing the exhibitions and refined selection of for-sale artworks and trying to decide how a piece might look in their own home. More than 100 artworks on display and in storage and a steady stream of new arrivals mean there is always a fresh selection to browse. brycegallery.co.nz Located in the old library in the Arts Centre, The Central showcases works from established contemporary New Zealand artists. Notably known for their exhibition openings and art groups, The Central is a great place to stay a while and view sensational art. Their summer exhibition Object Show (Jan 31 – Mar 3), will have on display various works from object makers. These include pounamu heads by Jon Jeet, glassworks by Ann Robinson and Emma Camden and sequined gourds by Reuben Paterson.

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Gallery owner and artist Min Kim shares her love of quality fine art and imbues everything she does at Bryce Gallery with heart and soul. Bringing exhibitions together with artists who treasure wellcrafted pieces, hosting regular workshops and painting herself, Min delivers a Florence-trained, classical ethos to Christchurch. Min brings her passion for art to the selection of work that hangs in Bryce Gallery, Riccarton. With experience working as an interior designer in Korea, Min has a natural affinity for objects which are destined to bring joy to a living space. Originally built as a show home, Bryce Gallery unfolds like a modern house with rooms, walls and halls of varying sizes and heights where visitors can get a good sense of scale in regards to how a work might look in their own home.

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Bryce Gallery has the great pleasure of announcing their second exhibition space on 47 Hereford Street this month. “We look forward to bringing more art to the city and introducing our wonderful artists to Christchurch visitors,” Min says. The central city location hosts a carefully curated collection of paintings and sculptural works, all immensely impressive in their detailed technical execution. Oil painter J. Stewart intrigues with scenes of mist-shrouded views of Fiordland, Milford Sounds and Canterbury-like plains, while Trevor Askin’s ‘curvilinear’ birds appear seemingly suspended in air. An enormous immaculately handcarved wooden whale by Kevin McCardell floats in the centre of the gallery and glorious paintings by Min Kim adorn the walls. While incredibly adaptable, Min Kim favours an impressionistic style, bringing a wealth of vibrant colours and deftly confident brush strokes to her scenes in both watercolour and oil. November is an exciting month for the gallery with their upcoming exhibition For 19th Century Classical Artists along with their bi-monthly workshop series. Hosted each weekend, topics include drawing, oil and watercolour and a masterclass based on Joaquin Sorolla’s Woman Walking on the Beach. The classes offer a chance to be tutored by Min Kim and further explore the medium of your choice in a weekend of demonstrations, good company, scones and hours available to produce personal work. Email to make a booking for a workshop. 01 — Kingfisher, Min Kim 02 — Southern Serenity, Jamie Stewart 03 — Whales, Kevin McCardell 04 — Piano Player, Patterson Parkin

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Visit the Arts Centre and immerse yourself in a beautiful historic precinct that features a growing range of artisan food outlets, galleries, independent retailers and education spaces. The former university has been a part of city life for more than 135 years, and its unique Gothic Revival buildings are coming back to life following a remarkable postearthquake restoration. The Arts Centre is the largest collection of Category 1 heritage buildings in the country, providing a stunning backdrop like no other in New Zealand. More than half the site is now open to the public, with the meticulously restored buildings cleverly tailored for a 21st century community. The Arts Centre’s Great Hall is open daily to the public for no charge, as

are the beautifully restored North and South quadrangles – the perfect places to reflect on your journey. Market Square is surrounded by artisan food outlets, meaning you can grab a bite to eat before sitting down to absorb and enjoy the surroundings. A charity held in trust for the people of Canterbury and its visitors, the Arts Centre is committed to supporting and fostering the arts, culture, education and creativity. This means you’ll often encounter events and performances during your visit. Many of Canterbury’s most famous academics began their studies at the site now known as the Arts Centre, including Ernest, Lord Rutherford, whose science famously led to the splitting of the atom. Rutherford’s Den at the Arts Centre is an interactive science museum dedicated to his memory, giving

you the chance to enjoy hands-on activities in the actual rooms where Rutherford studied. A visit to the Arts Centre will put you at the heart of a thriving cultural precinct five minutes walk from the central city. Make a day of it by also taking in the nearby Canterbury Museum, Christchurch Art Gallery and Botanic Gardens.

01 — Outdoor cinema – one of the Arts Centre’s exciting events 02 — Rutherford’s Den – an interactive science and history experience 03 — Visit Christchurch’s iconic Clock Tower and have a coffee at Bunsen café 04 — Shopology celebrating New Zealand brands and makers

Come and explore our incredible tenants and exciting events calendar. Visit: www.artscentre.org.nz

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Spring and summertime at the Gallery means amazing art, exciting events, inspired shopping and even exquisite food. Go and explore the city’s cultural treasures and stay for inspired shopping at the design store and sumptuous culinary offerings at Universo Brasserie & Bar, the Gallery’s café. STEVE CARR: CHASING THE LIGHT

Until 10 February 2019 A spectacular and immersive new project by Christchurch-based artist Steve Carr. In a darkened gallery, six large-scale video projections explore the poetics of an explosive display and register the transformation of fire into smoke. Cameras chase the action from multiple viewpoints, placing the viewer in the middle of a beautiful and bewildering night-time adventure. — 01 —

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Until 28 April 2019 Exuberant and boisterous, these large paintings by Philip Trusttum will lift the spirits. Now into his sixth decade working as a painter, Trusttum is one of Christchurch’s most respected artists. In 2009, just prior to the Canterbury earthquakes, he generously presented ten paintings to Christchurch Art Gallery and this year allowed the Gallery to select a further five paintings for the city’s collection. Trusttum is known for his large, high-energy paintings, often inspired by everyday life. In these works he responds to his immediate surroundings, painting objects such as his grandchildren’s toys on a grand-scale alongside works that deal with living in post-quake Christchurch. JULIET PETER: WHERE THE LINE LEADS

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New Zealand painter, printmaker and potter Juliet Peter (1915–2010) was a keen observer of character and place. From the rural Canterbury farms on which she grew up and later worked as a wartime land-girl to bustling 1950s London, and later the bush-clad, bird-filled suburb of Ngaio, Wellington, where she lived and worked for much of her life, she depicted the world around her with delightful candour. 01 — Steve Carr, still from Chasing the Light 2018. Six channel video installation. Commissioned by Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū. Steve Carr is represented by Michael Lett, Auckland, and STATION, Melbourne. 02 — Philip Trusttum Amer 2006. Acrylic on canvas. Collection of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, presented by the artist 2009. 03 — Juliet Peter Portrait of a Landgirl (Ann Ensor at Rydal Downs) 1944. Watercolour. Collection of David Ensor.

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ITALIAN MID-CENTURY MODERN EXHIBITION Explore the

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recent spoils of Ross “mr mod” Morrison’s buying trip in this exhibition which will feature pieces for sale from designers including Osvaldo Borsani. mr mod showroom, until Sat 22 Dec, mrmod.co.nz

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR THEATRE The Court Theatre are

putting their theatrical twist on Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s iconic Jesus Christ Superstar. The Court Theatre, until Sat 19 Jan, courttheatre.org.nz

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LUIGI ROSSINI: LE ANTICHITÀ ROMANE EXHIBITION Luigi Rossini’s dramatic and large-scale engravings from his first major portfolio. Christchurch Art Gallery, until Sun 20 Jan, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

JULIET PETER: WHERE THE LINE LEADS EXHIBITION Explore

the wondrous works of New Zealand painter, printmaker and potter Juliet Peter in this exhibition. Christchurch Art Gallery, until Sun 20 Jan, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

STEVE CARR: CHASING THE LIGHT EXHIBITION Local artist Steve

Carr’s most recent exhibition uses six large-scale video projections to explore the poetics of an explosive display. Christchurch Art Gallery, until Sun 10 Feb, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

PAULINE RHODES: TIME ONGOING EXHIBITION Christchurch artist Pauline Rhodes will have a wealth of works on display in this summer exhibition. Centre of Contemporary Art, until Sun 17 Feb, coca.org.nz

01 — Limbo, Bread & Circus – World Buskers Festival

BEYOND THE GRAVE: DEATH IN ANCIENT TIMES EXHIBITION Go back in time and discover what death meant for the ancient Greeks and Romans through the vast collection of artefacts, sculpted memorials and inscriptions on tombstones. The Arts Centre, until Sun 24 Feb, artscentre.org.nz

DOGS IN ANTARCTICA: TALES FROM THE PACK

EXHIBITION Paying homage to the

dogs who accompanied expedition members in Antarctica, this exhibition provides an insight into the lives of the dogs. Canterbury Museum, until Sun 10 Mar, canterburymuseum.com

MITCHELL BRIGHT

EXHIBITION With a focus on the

human relationship with the landscape, Selwyn-based photographer Mitchell Bright’s imagery delves into the state between destruction and construction. Centre of Contemporary Art, Sat 26 Jan – Sun 17 Mar, coca.org.nz

GORDON WALTERS: NEW VISION EXHIBITION Explore the

wondrous works of Gordon Walters, whose explorations into modernist abstract paintings are not to be missed! Christchurch Art Gallery, until Sun 17 Mar, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

WE DO THIS EXHIBITION The

Christchurch Art Gallery has revamped its contemporary collection spaces with a series of artworks to mark 125 years of women’s suffrage in New Zealand. Christchurch Art Gallery, until Sun 26 May, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

KURA POUNAMU: OUR TREASURED STONE

EXHIBITION This insightful exhibition

showcases a variety of pounamu that has been shaped into tools, weapons and adornments by both historic and modern carvers. Canterbury Museum, until Mon 3 Jun, canterburymuseum.com

DECEMBER LEIGHS CONSTRUCTION OUTDOOR CINEMA

FILM/FAMILY Rally the troops and

grab the popcorn, the Arts Centre is ringing in the summer months with its series of outdoor cinema flicks. The Arts Centre, Thu 6/Fri 7 Dec, Fri 25/Sat 26 Jan & Fri 8/Sat 9 Feb, artscentre.org.nz

CITY SOUNDS

LIVE MUSIC Cruise into the weekend

with sensational sounds courtesy of local musos. The Terrace, Fri 7/14/21 Dec, Fri 11/18/25 Jan, Fri 1/8/15 Feb, ccc.govt.nz

STANLEY PALMER & COMPANY EXHIBITION Renowned

New Zealand artist Stanley Palmer will have his iconic landscape works on display and will also showcase six brand new pieces. The Central Art Gallery, Thu 13 Dec – Sun 27 Jan, thecentral.co.nz

BLACK CAPS VS SRI LANKA: 2ND TEST SPORT The Black Caps are set to take on rivals Sri Lanka in one of summer’s most hotly anticipated sporting events. Hagley Oval, Wed 26 Dec – Sun 30 Dec, nzc.nz

THE FUNATORIUM: MAD HATTER’S TEA PARTY

FAMILY Roll up! The circus with a

twist is back in town and is set to bring chaos, thrills and tricks to the Isaac Theatre Royal stage. Isaac Theatre Royal, Thu 27 Dec – Sat 29 Dec, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

NEW YEAR’S EVE

CELEBRATION Family entertainment

kicks off the evening, followed by tunes from DJs and live bands – don’t miss the headline act the Jordan Luck Band, who will rock you into 2019 with a midnight fireworks display. Hagley Park, Mon 31 Dec, ccc.govt.nz

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out. New Brighton Beach, Sat 26 Jan, ccc.govt.nz

BREAD & CIRCUS – WORLD BUSKERS FESTIVAL

THE GREAT KIWI BEER FESTIVAL FESTIVAL The annual

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summer event has had a revamp and is rocking a new name. Get on down for some epic shenanigans and entertainment. Various venues, Thu 10 Jan – Sun 3 Feb, breadandcircus.co.nz

FAT FREDDY’S DROP

LIVE MUSIC Freddy’s annual summer

roadie gets a New Zealand music royalty treatment this year with the addition of Unknown Mortal Orchestra, The Black Seeds, Ladi6, Salmonella Dub featuring Tiki Taane and more! Hagley Park, Sat 12 Jan, dashtickets.co.nz

TOTO, DRAGON AND JEFFERSON STARSHIP: A SUMMER’S DAY LIVE

LIVE MUSIC Legends behind hits

‘Africa’ and ‘Rosanna’ are heading our way, along with reborn 1960s hippie icons Jefferson Starship, and Kiwi faves Dragon as support. Hagley Park, Sun 13 Jan, neptuneentertainment.co.nz

THE FRANK BURKITT BAND LIVE MUSIC Great blues and folk

music await when The Frank Burkitt Band call in. Blue Smoke, Sun 13 Jan, frankburkitt.co.nz

DEEP SOUTH LAZY SUNDAYS LIVE MUSIC Spice up your Sundays

with some soulful tunes courtesy of the local muso talent who will take to the stage. Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Sun 20/27 Jan, Sun 3/10/17 Feb, ccc.govt.nz

ELAINE PAIGE IN CONCERT LIVE MUSIC Musical theatre icon

Elaine Paige is Christchurch-bound as part of her Australasian tour, performing hits such as ‘Don’t Cry for Me Argentina’ and ‘Memory’. Isaac Theatre Royal, Mon 21 Jan, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

AN EVENING WITH NIGELLA LAWSON TALK Queen of the

kitchen Nigella Lawson is heading our way and will be divulging on her colourful culinary career. Isaac Theatre Royal, Fri 25 Jan, nigellaliveonstage.com

DEEP SOUTH KITE DAY

FAMILY Rally the troops, head down

to New Brighton Beach and watch the kites soar at this fun family day

celebration of sun and suds returns to Hagley Park for another summer with dozens of craft brews, great food, and a big live music lineup. Hagley Park, Sat 26 Jan, greatkiwibeerfestival.co.nz

SARAH MILLICAN: CONTROL ENTHUSIAST COMEDY Awardwinning comedian Sarah Millican is bringing her comedic antics (topics include farting in hospital pants and what can happen at a bra fitting) to the city. Isaac Theatre Royal, Sat 26/ Sun 27 Jan, sarahmillican.co.uk

HAGLEY PARK POLO CLASSIC FESTIVAL Get your glam

on and make for the polo, one of the hottest events of the summer. Hagley Park, Sun 27 Jan, hagleyparkpolo.com

hits from her four albums. Isaac Theatre Royal, Wed 6 Feb, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

UB40 FEATURING ALI, ASTRO & MICKEY LIVE MUSIC

Ringing in their 40th anniversary, the reggae icons are gearing up and bringing their feel-good tunes for a special Waitangi Day concert. Hagley Park, Wed 6 Feb, ub40.nz

NIGHT NOODLE MARKETS FOOD FESTIVAL Taste your way

around Asia with the wealth of eateries on offer at the city’s leading foodie market. Hagley Park, Wed 6 Feb – Sun 17 Feb, nightnoodlemarkets.nz

Hub, Fri 8 Feb, Fri 15 Feb, Sun 17 Feb, blacksticks.co.nz

MADIBA THE MUSICAL: A CELEBRATION OF NELSON MANDELA PERFORMANCE Celebrate the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in this touching production that chronicles the revolutionary leader’s life. Isaac Theatre Royal, Thu 14 Feb – Sun 17 Feb, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

NOSTALGIA FESTIVAL

FESTIVAL The Nostalgia Festival

returns with that primo summer combo of top food, drinks and tunes. Ferrymead Heritage Park, Sat 16 Feb, nostalgiafestival.co.nz

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SPARKS

the city with the men and women’s Black Sticks hockey teams taking on 10 of the world’s best hockey nations. Get amongst it! Ngā Puna Wai Sports

the city’s most iconic fireworks displays. Hagley Park, Sat 16 Feb, ccc.govt.nz

SPORT World-class sport is coming to

FAMILY Kick back and enjoy one of

VINE RUN

FITNESS Navigate your way through

the picturesque vineyards, hills and valleys of Pegasus Bay Winery at this annual fun run/walk. Pegasus Bay Winery, Sun 27 Jan, vinerun.co.nz

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dance floors across the country, UK big beat pioneer Fatboy Slim returns to New Zealand for five live shows. The Gloucester Green, Wed 30 Jan, fatboyslim.net

OBJECT SHOW

EXHIBITION Peruse the vast collection

of objects created by some of the country’s leading artists including Jon Jeet, Ann Robinson, Emma Camden and Reuben Paterson. The Central Art Gallery, Thu 31 Jan – Sun 3 Mar, thecentral.co.nz

FEBRUARY

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PHIL COLLINS: NOT DEAD YET

LIVE MUSIC Global music legend Phil

Collins is bringing his highly anticipated comeback tour ‘Not Dead Yet’ to Christchurch. Christchurch Stadium, Mon 4 Feb, philcollins.com

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LIVE MUSIC Kiwi songstress Gin

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BLACK CAPS VS BANGLADESH: 2ND ODI

SPORT The Black Caps continue the

summer cricket season against Bangladesh. Prep for a great day out of exciting sport. Hagley Oval, Sat 16 Feb, nzc.nz

SOUTH ISLAND LANTERN FESTIVAL FESTIVAL Don’t miss one of Christchurch’s largest and most popular events celebrating the Lunar New Year. Avon River Precinct, Fri 22 Feb – Sun 24 Feb, christchurchnz.com

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THEATRE Mark Hadlow and Ross

Q&A

MARLEY AND US One of the world’s most loved reggae bands, UB40 will be performing in Christchurch on Waitangi Day, which is also Bob Marley’s birthday. What’s Hot Christchurch talks to one of the originals, Astro, about the thrill of performing live and the downside of fame.

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Congrats on your 40th anniversary and the success of A Real Labour of Love – what was it like getting back in the recording studio? Thank you. It was great to finally get back in the studio to record A Real Labour of Love. They are a collection of songs that we used to sing on the tour buses while touring in the 1980s. Did you have any idea it was going to be so well received? No, we had no idea because as always it’s the public that decide if it is a hit or not! Obviously we hoped people would love it but nothing is guaranteed. You’re the lead singer on six of the tracks – which is your favourite? It is really hard to pick a favourite as I love them all, but ‘International Herb’ is about a subject that has always been close to my heart. What’s the best thing about being on stage? Looking out to a packed audience knowing that the crowd are in for a treat. How does it feel watching a massive audience singing along with you? To see an audience singing along and dancing to the songs we perform is what I live for. Seeing different generations knowing the songs word-perfect just elates me. Who has been the biggest influence on your music? Too many to mention but U-Roy was probably the biggest, alongside Bob Marley, John Holt and Big Youth. What age do you see yourself playing till? Never really thought about it but as long as people buy tickets and I am physically able to get on stage I will be there. Retirement isn’t a word in my vocabulary. Tell us your No.1 pet hate. My No.1 pet hate is people autograph-hunting in restaurants while I’m sitting with my family. Pushing bits of paper between your fork and mouth! You’re stuck in an elevator with Donald Trump – what do you say to him? Not fit for general consumption! Finish this sentence: Red, Red Wine makes me… Feel so fine, it keeps me rocking all of the time. UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey, Hagley Park, Feb 6 ub40.nz

Gumbley star in this hilarious play which centres on two middle-aged misfits who have been given an ultimatum: make it work living together or return to the institution where they first met. The Court Theatre, Sat 23 Feb – Sat 16 Mar, courttheatre.org.nz

ELECTRIC AVENUE FESTIVAL FESTIVAL Christchurch’s own

big-day-and-evening out returns with another massive summer music lineup, with Brit collective Rudimental tapped to headline. Hagley Park, Sat 23 Feb, electricavenuefestival.co.nz

THE HOLLIES

LIVE MUSIC On the music scene for

the better part of four decades, Brit legends The Hollies are Christchurchbound as part of their ‘The Road is Long’ tour. Get amongst and relive that 1970s nostalgia. Horncastle Arena, Sun 24 Feb, eventfinda.co.nz

EDDIE IZZARD: WUNDERBAR WORLD TOUR COMEDY Eddie Izzard is hitting Kiwi shores and will be bringing his comedic antics in the form of his new show ‘Wunderbar’. Horncastle Arena, Wed 27 Feb, vbase.co.nz

MARCH CSO PRESENTS: SHAPESHIFTER & THE CSO

PERFORMANCE Brace yourself for a

genre-defying and electrifying night of top-notch music when the CSO and Shapeshifter return to the Town Hall for the collab we’ve been holding out for. Christchurch Town Hall, Fri 1 Mar, vbase.co.nz

HEINEKEN URBAN POLO

FESTIVAL The Heineken Urban Polo is

returning for its second go around

the sun – gather the squad for an afternoon of sports, top food, fine beverages and epic beats. Hagley Park, Sat 2 Mar, urbanpolo.co.nz

SELWYN SOUNDS

FESTIVAL Selwyn Sounds is charging

into Lincoln Domain with a great lineup of musos in tow including the Little River Band, Ross Wilson and Jon Stevens plus more besides! Lincoln Domain, Sat 2 Mar, selwynsounds.co.nz

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK

LIVE MUSIC Critically acclaimed ‘King

of Romance’ Engelbert Humperdinck is heading our way for his ‘The Man I Want To Be’ tour. Isaac Theatre Royal, Sat 2 Mar, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

CSO: PHOENIX

PERFORMANCE Celebrating the CSO’s

return to the Town Hall, opening concert Phoenix is the first orchestral delight of the 2019 Lamb and Hayward Masterworks series and calls on the expertise of renowned pianists Michael Houstoun and Tony Chen Lin, who are tapped to perform Mozart’s Concerto for Two Pianos. Christchurch Town Hall, Sat 2 Mar, cso.co.nz

GINDULGENCE

FESTIVAL Get your gin on and make

for Gindulgence, a two-day fest where you can sample some of the finest gin from New Zealand’s leading producers. Ilam Homestead, Sat 2/Sun 3 Mar, gindulgence.co.nz

MARLON WILLIAMS: THE TŪRANGAWAEWAE TOUR

LIVE MUSIC Hot off his success at the

New Zealand Music Awards, local lad Marlon Williams will play to Christchurch crowds. Christchurch Town Hall, Sun 3 Mar, eventfinda.co.nz

OUR COLLECTION: 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY NEW ZEALAND ART

EXHIBITION A collection of works that

explores Māori architecture, mid-century abstraction and early landscape painting. Christchurch Art Gallery, from Sun 3 Mar, christchurchartgallery.org.nz

CANTERBURY JAPAN DAY FAMILY Celebrate and experience

Japanese culture in this day out where you can participate in a tea ceremony or sumo tournament or dress in traditional kimono. Riccarton Park Function Centre, Sun 3 Mar, FB/japandays

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CSO: WEST SIDE STORY

PERFORMANCE It’s been 50 years

since iconic film West Side Story graced the big screen, and now it will receive the CSO treatment when the orchestra takes on Leonard Bernstein’s electrifying score as part of the 2019 Lamb and Hayward Masterworks series. Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Sat 30 Mar, cso.co.nz

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THEATRE Catch The Court Theatre’s

hilarious take on their dealings with the EQC. Written by Christina Stachurski and directed by Ross Gumbley, this is a performance not to be missed! The Court Theatre, Sat 30 Mar – Sat 27 Apr, courttheatre.org.nz 01 — Phil Collins

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CMNZ: RED PRIEST

PERFORMANCE The only Baroque

BIANCA DEL RIO: IT’S JESTER JOKE

PERFORMANCE Comedy queen and

RuPaul’s Drag Race champion Bianca Del Rio will unleash her comedic antics when she calls into the city. Isaac Theatre Royal, Mon 4 Mar, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

RNZB: NEW CHOREOGRAPHIC SERIES

PERFORMANCE The inimitable Royal

New Zealand Ballet begin their 2019 season with a string of shows that will see them perform tailor-made dances from significant and celebrated choreographers. Isaac Theatre Royal, Fri 8/Sat 9 Mar, rnzb.org.nz

NORTH CANTERBURY WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL FESTIVAL The coolest little wine

festival is back for another year. Head on down and indulge in top-notch fare and tasty tipples, and soak up the tunes. Glenmark Domain, Sun 10 Mar, ncwineandfood.co.nz

OZZY OSBOURNE: NO MORE TOURS 2

LIVE MUSIC Iconic rocker Ozzy

Osbourne is heading Down Under and will be storming into Horncastle Arena. Horncastle Arena, Wed 13 Mar, livenation.co.nz

THE MUSIC IS BOND

PERFORMANCE Celebrating over 50

years of 007, a cast of soloists and the magnificent Christchurch Symphony Orchestra will perform the music associated with the world’s most famous spy. Christchurch Town Hall, Sat 16 Mar, eventfinda.co.nz

BRYAN ADAMS

LIVE MUSIC With a career spanning

four decades, Bryan Adams is set to perform his classic hits from his vast back catalogue. Hagley Park, Sun 17 Mar, theticketfairy.com

CHARLEY PRIDE

LIVE MUSIC Charley Pride, one of the

biggest selling country music artists, is heading our way. Expect performances of his greatest hits and personal favourites. Christchurch Town Hall, Sat 23 Mar, vbase.co.nz

NITRO CIRCUS: YOU GOT THIS TOUR

PERFORMANCE Get your adrenaline

pumping with the crazy riders from Nitro Circus, whose high-octane and gravity-defying stunts will have you on the edge of your seat! Christchurch Stadium, Sat 23 Mar, nitrocircus.com

WALLIS BIRD

LIVE MUSIC Having taken the music

world by storm in the UK and across Europe, Irish songstress Wallis Bird will bring her signature expressive vocals to Christchurch audiences for the first time. Blue Smoke, Sun 24 Mar, wallisbird.com

music group to have been compared to the Rolling Stones, Red Priest will put their fiery spin on the classics of Baroque in this high-octane performance. The Piano, Sat 30 Mar, 2019chambermusic.co.nz

GREAT NEW ZEALAND BRIDAL SHOW

EXPO Feel inspired for your big day

at this annual expo, which has a plethora of top wedding specialists ready to assist and a selection of couture gowns from award-winning designers. Addington Events Centre, Sun 31 Mar, thebridalshow.co.nz

APRIL ROB BRYDON: I AM STANDING UP

THE CHRISTCHURCH FOOD SHOW EXPO It’s time to expand

your taste-buds and sample delicious eats from over 120 exhibitors at this foodie extravaganza. Horncastle Arena, Fri 5 Apr – Sun 7 Apr, foodshow.co.nz

NZSO: ENIGMA

PERFORMANCE South Korean pianist

Joyce Yang returns to the NZSO to perform Brahms’ challenging concerto under the direction of NZSO Music Director Edo de Waart for what will be an enjoyable evening of classical music. Christchurch Town Hall, Fri 5 Apr, nzso.co.nz

OCEAN ALLEY

LIVE MUSIC Move and groove to the

ultra-cool tunes of Australian psychedelic surf rockers Ocean Alley when they come to the city. Christchurch Town Hall, Fri 12 Apr, vbase.co.nz

CATS

PERFORMANCE Andrew Lloyd

Webber’s musical masterpiece will be embarking on an extensive tour of New Zealand and will be the first major theatrical performance at the refurbished Town Hall. Christchurch Town Hall, Sat 13/Sun 14 Apr, vbase.co.nz

THE MOUSETRAP

PERFORMANCE Inspired by the

literary works of Agatha Christie, get amongst this epic whodunit performance that has taken the West End by storm since opening there in 1952. Isaac Theatre Royal, Wed 24 Apr – Tue 30 Apr, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz

COMEDY A night of riotous humour

awaits when cult comedy superstar Rob Brydon touches down as part of his ‘I Am Standing Up’ tour. Christchurch Town Hall, Wed 3 Apr, vbase.co.nz

CMNZ: SEPTURA

PERFORMANCE London’s leading

brass players come together for a night of bright and bold brass. The Piano, Fri 26 Apr, 2019chambermusic.co.nz

WE WILL ROCK YOU

PERFORMANCE Based on more than

24 of Queen’s biggest chart-toppers including ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘We Are The Champions’, this futuristic comedy follows Scaramouche and Galileo as they join rock rebels the Bohemians and embark on a journey to freedom. Isaac Theatre Royal, Fri 29 Mar – Sun 7 Apr, isaactheatreroyal.co.nz 03 — Fat Freddy’s Drop

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all over New Zealand returns to Christchurch, with locals battling it out with groaners for big prizes. A Rolling Stone, Fri 17 May, Find it on Facebook

CSO: TRIUMPH

PERFORMANCE Christchurch-raised,

Austria-based violinist Benjamin Morrison is accompanying the CSO and is set to perform Korngold’s romantic Violin Concerto alongside pieces from Mendelssohn and Beethoven. Christchurch Town Hall, Sat 18 May, cso.co.nz

CSO: LIVE ART

PERFORMANCE Art and classical

music combine for a one-of-a-kind evening when the CSO perform amongst the exhibitions of the Christchurch Art Gallery led by violinist and director Mark Menzies. Christchurch Art Gallery, Tue 28/Thu 30 May, cso.co.nz

JUNE ASB CHRISTCHURCH MARATHON FITNESS Strap on 01 — Royal New Zealand Ballet, New Choreographic Series

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DANNY BHOY

COMEDY Scottish funny man Danny

Bhoy is bringing his newest comedic venture, ‘Age Of Fools’, to town. Christchurch Town Hall, Sun 28 Apr, vbase.co.nz

NORAH JONES

Gonna Be (500 Miles)’, with Kiwi songstress Mel Parsons opening the show. Christchurch Town Hall, Fri 3 May, vbase.co.nz

CHRISTCHURCH PET AND ANIMAL EXPO

EXPO Home of the cute, cuddly, fluffy

LIVE MUSIC It’s been 14 years since

Norah Jones was last on Kiwi shores and now the ‘Come Away With Me’ crooner will bring her soulful tunes to the city. Christchurch Town Hall, Mon 29 Apr, vbase.co.nz

and fabulous, this expo showcases the best products, entertainment and services for your pets. Pioneer Leisure Centre, Sat 4/Sun 5 May, petanimalexpo.co.nz

CSO PRESENTS: A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES

MAY

PERFORMANCE Kick back and relax

THE PROCLAIMERS

LIVE MUSIC Scottish icons The

Proclaimers will bring their repertoire of classic hits to town including ‘I’m

when the CSO brings scores from the cinematic world to life. Expect the music you’ve come to love from cult-classic flicks like Jaws, James Bond and Star Wars (May the fourth

be with you). Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Sat 4 May, cso.co.nz

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH

THEATRE This much-loved,

cult-classic musical gets The Court Theatre treatment when it takes to the stage. The Court Theatre, Sat 11 May – Sat 1 Jun, courttheatre.org.nz

CMNZ: BRODSKY QUARTET PERFORMANCE The renowned

Brodsky Quartet are returning and will offer two contrasting programmes that showcase the group’s versatility. The Piano, Fri 17 May, 2019chambermusic.co.nz

THE CHRISTCHURCH PUN BATTLE CHAMPIONSHIPS

COMEDY The format that’s been a hit

CHRISTCHURCH ENTERTAINMENT CURATED Need the very latest on Christchurch events, gigs and entertainment? The Cityscape App keeps you up-to-the-minute on what’s going down! Cityscape

your sneakers and take your pick from participating in the full or half marathon in this iconic city event. Christchurch Town Hall, Sun 2 Jun, christchurchmarathon.co.nz

CSO: LA CASA DEL TANGO

PERFORMANCE Join the CSO for an

evening of Latin inspired festivities when their new home is turned into a cantina. Experience the flavours of South America through a feast of music, authentic cuisine and a dance floor to show off your tango moves. Douglas Lilburn Auditorium, Sat 8 Jun, cso.co.nz

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01 — Jet Thrills

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02 — Christchurch Adventure Park

03 — Skydiving Kiwis

Adrenaline Fixes

ADVENTURE LAND Are you looking for adventure? Then you’re in the right place! Christchurch and the greater Canterbury region is a thrill-seeker’s paradise. Whether you’re looking for a back-to-nature experience riding the rapids with some sweet white-water action, tackling some hardcore mountain bike trails, or to throw yourself off a bridge with a world famous bungy jump, there are white-knuckle adventures aplenty, alongside some gentler offerings for those with less explicitly high-octane inclinations. At the Christchurch Adventure Park (the

largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere) you’ll find much more than a downhill mountain bike bonanza. While mountain biking is one of the popular venue’s main attractions, the park also features the country’s longest chairlift, at 1.8 kilometres, a world-class custom-built zipline and some of the best views in and of the city. It’s worth noting there’s only a charge to go up, so walkers can enjoy some exercise then ride the chairlift down for free. Harness the power of the wind and go blokarting (land yachting, yes, it’s a thing) with Velocity Karts in Bexley, or go for the battery-

powered option and feel the drift with one of their front wheel-driven driftkarts. For some good old-fashioned combustion engine action for your dose of speed, try go-karting at Supa Karts in Sydenham or Action Kart Raceway’s unique indoor dirt track in Harewood, or take on the big-boy cars with a high-octane V8 SuperDrive at Mike Pero Motorsport Park in Templeton. If heights are more your thing, freefall at speeds of up to 200 kph over the patchwork of the Canterbury Plains on a tandem skydive with Skydiving Kiwis at Ashburton Airport, or for a

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CHRISTCHURCH ADVENTURE PARK ATTRACTION

Race through the valley on the dual zip-line tour, take in the views from the chairlift or enjoy a walk up the uphill track and grab a free ride on the chairlift coming down before enjoying a drink and meal at their licenced café. There is a range of mountain bike trails to suit all abilities and professional guides to provide coaching and skill development. 225 Worsleys Road, Cracroft 0508 247 478 christchurchadventurepark.com

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05 — Rangitata Rafts

06 — Parapro

more tranquil aerial experience, get your float on and join the team at Ballooning Canterbury in Hororata for some hot-air ballooning action, in which breath-taking views join the timeless romance of this form of travel. The team at Parapro will help you reach new heights paragliding over Banks Peninsula. Test your mettle and build your confidence as you make like Tarzan some 20 metres above the pine-forest floor with the high wire obstacle/ flying fox/traversal course at Adrenalin Forest near Spencer Park. For indoor climbing, try super safe local invention Clip ‘n Climb at the YMCA Adventure Centre, which also features various climbing challenges including bouldering. Hit the greens at the Christchurch Golf Club and soak up the lush views. Once you’ve finished your round of golf, head on in to the Links Café. For world-class white water, just a couple of

hours south of the city in the Rangitata Gorge, Rangitata Rafts can offer up to Grade 5 white water – you’ll tackle some of the South Island’s biggest rapids. Or experience even faster water travel and go jetboating on the Waimakariri with Alpine Jet Thrills in Springfield or along the Waiau River near Hanmer Springs with Hanmer Springs Attractions – they’ll also throw you off the historic Ferry Bridge as well, if you ask nicely (after first attaching a bungy cord to you, it is important to note). For saltwater encounters, the team at Dive HQ offer scuba diving along with a spearfishing and breath-holding course, while Aaron (Lockie) Lock and the team at Learn to Surf in Sumner will have you hanging 10 like a pro. And shoot ‘em up at the Christchurch Paintball Park, Kamikaze Paintball, First Strike Airsoft or The Ultimate Game, all based in McLeans Island.

FOX II SAILING ADVENTURES ATTRACTION

Sail in the crater of an extinct volcano, and the Pacific Ocean, on New Zealand’s oldest wooden ketch and enjoy the wildlife and surrounds of Akaroa Harbour. Relax on board with snacks, drinks and free coffee and tea. Summer charters (December-April) leave every day at 10:30am and 1:30pm. 0800 369 7245 akaroafoxsail.co.nz

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FAMILY FUN

Got the kids in tow during your stay? No problems – Christchurch offers plenty of family-friendly venues and activities to permanently banish boredom. Those with littlies will definitely want to check out the central-city Margaret Mahy Family Playground. This expansive post-quake playground paradise is the best in the country (and totally free); a temple of kid-joy that offers a myriad of amazing activities and equipment that even the most sensible of adults often find hard to resist! Kids of the bigger variety (or bold wee ones!) may like to tackle the challenge of Clip ’n Climb, where

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theme park meets climbing wall, or to put their brains together with mum and dad to solve the puzzles at Escape Artists or Crate Escape, the city’s own entries in the worldwide escape room craze. Put your gaming skills to the test and have a crack on the various pinball machines and retro-tastic arcade games on offer at Arcadia Retro Arcade & Pinball Emporia. Those looking for a walk on the wild side should check out an animal encounter: at Orana Wildlife Park’s open-range zoo, you’ll find lions, tigers, and gorillas, a truly special sight to behold – and many other Asian, African and Australian animals and native wildlife.

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Ferrymead Heritage Park ferrymead.org.nz The Arts Centre artscentre.org.nz Christchurch Botanic Gardens ccc.govt.nz Antigua Boat Sheds boatsheds.co.nz Christchurch Art Gallery christchurchartgallery.org.nz Christchurch Adventure Park christchurchadventurepark.com

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At Willowbank Wildlife Reserve you have the chance to get up close and personal with the locals; hand-fed truly giant native eels; peer through the dark in the kiwi house to spot our national icon; and try to make sure the cheeky keas don’t make off with your hat. If the weather’s wet and the family’s feeling creative, head to Imagination Station, now open in the city’s newest library, Tūranga, to get building (for free!) with their gigantic pile of Lego, or scope out the innovative displays at Canterbury Museum, which has its own special interactive Discovery centre for kids that’s chock-full of weird and wonderful things.

Get great views over the city on the Christchurch Gondola and soak up spectacular panoramas of Banks Peninsula, Christchurch city and the Canterbury Plains from Mount Cavendish at the top. Hit the (mini) golf links at CaddyShack City in Woolston, at Riccarton Park Golf Complex’s Scottish-themed course, or at the indoor (monsters/zombies) and outdoor (volcano park) courses at Ferrymead Golf. Take a trip back in time at Ferrymead Heritage Park’s replica Edwardian township and wander around the historic vehicle displays. Check ahead of time to make sure you visit on a train day and take

the family on an old-skool steam train ride. The central-city tram is also worth a ride – jump on to tour in style around the rebuilding central city and jump out at hotspots like funky New Regent Street, the Arts Centre and Rutherford’s Den for hands-on fun. The museum and the city’s world-famous Botanic Gardens are well worth exploring on any even slightly sunny day. You can also meander through the Gardens via the Avon with boat hire from the historic Antigua Boat Sheds – take one of their prepacked picnic hampers and make a proper family outing of it!

02 Full steam ahead at Ferrymead Heritage Park. 03 Orana Wildlife Park’s openrange zoo is sure to delight. 04 Go kiwi spotting at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. 05 Hands-on fun at Canterbury Museum’s Discovery centre.

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Vintner Voyage

VINE TRAILS

With a few months of warmer weather up our sleeves, a sunny jaunt to either Waipara or Selwyn wine country to experience the bounty of the many outstanding vineyards on the city’s doorstep is always a mighty attractive weekend afternoon option. Lost for what to put into Google Maps first? Fear not: What’s Hot Christchurch is on hand with a few pointers on making the most of your winery escape.

LONG LUNCH

Several wineries in the Canterbury region have elevated their cuisine offerings to the point where they are almost known as much for their food as their wine. There’s not a lot that can beat a languid al fresco session over some top drops and outstanding fare out in the beautiful Canterbury hinterland under the summer sun! Draw straws for sober driver, then head for: Black Estate Crafting characterful drops, Black Estate is a family owned and operated winery, tasting room and restaurant. Savour the

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sumptuous combination of fine, locally sourced fare with their exquisite wines while drinking in the equally impressive vistas across the rolling Waipara hills. Their expressive winemaking process is reflected in their spectacular seasonal dishes that have earned them two Hats in the Cuisine Good Food Awards. With a delicious range of gourmet dishes and perfectly aged or current organic wines available, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Waipara Springs Waipara Springs Winery and Café boasts some of the oldest vines in the valley. Their oft-awarded boutique wines are matched to a sensational seasonal à la carte menu at their café, with the whole package wrapped up in stunning scenery. Enjoy a leisurely brunch or lunch and be sure to enjoy some of their outstanding chardonnay and riesling while you do! Waipara Hills The iconic stone building that’s home to Waipara Hills houses an operating winery, cellar door and bistro-style café specialising in fresh, seasonal dishes that pair

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perfectly with their award-winning wines. Gracing North Canterbury with their presence in the early 2000s, Waipara Hills has become a powerhouse in the New Zealand wine industry. Brunch or lunch in the picturesque courtyard setting overlooking the local vineyards, or within the cosy cloisters hall; start with one of their outstanding platters (think crumbed prawns, smoked salmon, pickle, relish, chorizo, walnuts, horseradish cream, cheese and bread) before finishing off with the decadence of the chocolate mousse. Accompany all of this deliciousness with their prized riesling, which racked up several prestigious accolades, including five stars from noted wine connoisseur Sam Kim. Pegasus Bay Owned and operated by the pioneering Donaldson family, Pegasus Bay is often referred to as the leading producer of fine wine in the Waipara region (and country). The prime location of the vineyard provides shelter from the elements, allowing for intense flavour development and optimal ripeness, resulting in

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bold, complex and full-flavoured wines. The winery restaurant matches the exceptional quality of their wines; from 2008 – 2012 it was named New Zealand’s Winery Restaurant of the Year by Cuisine magazine for five consecutive years, also picking up the gong in 2015 and 2016. Select your wine to lunch with following a tasting at the cellar door, or leave it to the experts with a professionally paired suggestion from the outstanding menu. Melton Estate Open Thursdays to Sundays, the Melton Estate Winery Restaurant is a multi-award winner and the perfect place to combine a bit of a tasting (don’t miss their signature Sparkling Riesling ‘Summer Love’) with lunch. Enjoy the likes of a hearty anitpasti platter and classics like the braised beef short rib or lamb shoulder. Langdale Vineyard Casual country dining is the order of the day at Langdale Vineyard Restaurant in West Melton, where chef Lauren Carmichael’s focus is on fresh healthy cuisine with a Mediterranean influence, including their famous mezze platter – the perfect partner for enjoying alongside their riesling in the fab garden setting.

CELLAR DOOR

What better way to try wines than at the source? You’ll find regular cellar door hours at Greystone Wines, where they also have vineyard tours from 11:30am every weekday, which come to an end at their new private tasting den, where you’ll get the chance to taste the hard work of Gourmet Traveller WINE New Zealand Winemaker of the Year Dom Maxwell alongside a rustic platter. Also in Waipara is Muddy Water, where the cellar door is in operation from 10am – 5pm daily (don’t miss their Sugar Daddy Riesling) and Terrace Edge Vineyard & Olive Grove, a family-run organic vineyard whose recently renovated tasting room is open Thursday to Sunday 11am – 4:30pm and showcases their constantly sold-out pinot gris and other varieties. Fiddler’s Green opens on weekends 11am – 5pm to the public and at other times by appointment, and Torlesse Wines opens daily from 11am – 5pm. Further Waipara winery visits are possible by advanced appointment at Georges Road Wines, who are happy for you to try their syrah, pinot noir, pinot gris, riesling, rosé and noble riesling; Pyramid Valley Vineyards, who love to meet their customers and show off some product providing you can give them a little bit of warning; and as time allows at Bell Hill Vineyard

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and Bishops Head. North of Waipara you’ll find the Cheviot tasting room of Mt. Beautiful Wines, where you can also order up a platter from their Two Rivers Café (open daily) to go with tastings of their artisan drops; and Hanmer Springs’ Waiau River Estate, formerly known as Marble Point, where the cellar door is open every day except Tuesday and where they’ll knock you up a tasty cheese platter – or you can endeavour to create your own – to go with their multi-award winning wines and great views over the Waiau River Valley. In Selwyn you can head for the ‘taste and buy’ of Rossendale’s medal-winning drops, open Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm and weekends by appointment, the boutique, family-owned Lone Goat Vineyard for tastings including sauvignon blanc, pinot gris, chardonnay, riesling and pinot noir vineyard tours by arrangement; and Straight 8 Estate, whose cellar door is open daily and also houses a family heirloom and classic vintage racing car from which the vineyard is named – a 1935 Railton Light Sports .

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Is heading back to the city in the evening just too distressing a prospect? Make it a proper getaway with boutique, on-vineyard accommodation… bliss.

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At Darnley Corner Wines in Waipara you can stay in their delightfully converted vineyard shed overlooking their boutique vineyard. Annie’s Loft offers secluded B&B accommodation at the Waipara River Estate; Dunnolly Cottage is a modern, private spot with a garden overlooking the Dunnolly Vineyard; and at House of Ball you can enjoy a tranquil retreat at their artisan vineyard operation in a stunning spot. For a super luxe escape, the Greystone PurePod, perched above the Greystone Wines vineyards, features glass walls, ceiling and floor, meaning there’s something to see everywhere you look; while The Old Glenmark Vicarage is a truly wine-focused destination, with boutique rustic accommodation options and their own wines to try, making it a great base for your exploration of the Waipara vineyards.

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TOURS

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Take the effort out of organising things yourself (and give driving duties to someone else!) with Waipara Wine Tours. Natural High offers a one-day Waipara Wine Tour by cycle, and you can also go by bike with Hurunui Trails’ self-guided Waipara Valley Vineyard Trail.

Lone Goat Vineyard lonegoat.co.nz Straight 8 Estate straight8estate.co.nz Darnley Corner Wines FB/darnleycornerwines Annie’s Loft waiparariver.co.nz Waipara River Estate, Dunnolly Cottage arra.biz/cottage/ House of Ball houseofball.co.nz Greystone PurePod purepods.com

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Walk This Way

ON FOOT Christchurch (and its surrounding area) is blessed with numerous tracks and walks perfect for grabbing some fresh air, checking out some cool sights, or scoring a back-to-nature soul fix. What’s Hot Christchurch hits some of the routes to try – whether it’s to discover the city, check out some killer views or just breathe in the great outdoors, there’s a bunch of walks waiting for you whatever your fitness level!

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Exploring on foot is one of the best ways to get to know a new city. Fortunately Ōtākaro (the organisation in charge of delivering the city’s key rebuild projects) understands that, and have put together a few short walk ideas on a handy map to acquaint you with the changing CBD and some of the developments going on. The walks will direct you to take in the South Frame, the Canterbury Earthquake Memorial, the Bus Interchange, Victoria Square, the Convention Centre site, the Margaret Mahy Family Playground and many other new places, including interesting private developments, and offer plenty of places to stop to look and grab a drink or bite to eat along the way. Go by theme – the Greenway and Lanes, Walk to the Heart, Welcome to the Arts, or the Family Park Walk (otakaroltd.co.nz). Happily for art lovers, city public art initiative SCAPE’s 2018 Public Art Season (scapepublicart.org.nz) Our Braided Future features a wealth of works from local and international heavy-hitters on the art scene such as Tony Cragg, Tom Dale and Hannah Beehre. The legacy (permanent) artwork trail is a good option at any time, with the SCAPE App keeping you all up to date with what to find where. You’ll

definitely want to check out permanent legacy artwork, Conduct Cumulus, by Seung Yul Oh in the South Quad of the Arts Centre. Hit the artistic triangle too of the Christchurch Art Gallery, Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) and The Central Art Gallery at the Arts Centre with a comfy stroll to check in further with the latest on the city’s art scene. Recharge with a coffee and eats at the Arts Centre or Universo Brasserie & Bar within the Christchurch Art Gallery. You might also want to take it upon yourself to do a bit of exploring of your own – the new CBD is well worth a curious meander. Take in the laneways and hotspots around Little High Eatery, the Innovation Precinct, The Crossing, St Asaph Street’s Boxed Quarter, and the ANZ and BNZ Centres and follow your nose.

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Explore the ‘burbs, where there’s much to discover. On the Woolston Wharves and River Walk you can get a glimpse at how the Heathcote River would have looked before European settlement, and check out the sites of wharves and jetties where Christchurch’s produce was loaded and unloaded in the early days on this stroll down memory lane – it’s also handily close to The Tannery, where refuelling and retail therapy awaits. Head for city fave Riccarton Bush to stroll through stands of 600-year-old kahikatea trees set in 12 hectares of native forest, parkland and historic buildings hidden in the city. If it’s Saturday, hit the Christchurch Farmers’ Market too. Looking to stroll? Styx Mill Conservation Reserve near Northwood offers some very pleasant tracks. Hit the Panako Walkway, a breezy 40-minute walk past wetlands and ponds, with a viewing platform along the way. There’s more wetlands to explore

via the Travis Wetland Walk, a circuit track that circumnavigates Burwood’s Travis Wetland Nature Heritage Park, which plays host to a variety of birdlife and vegetation. In Burnside, Jellie Park is well known for its aquatic facilities, but the lake behind it and the pleasant walkways around it are on the lowdown! Head past the pool complex towards the northwest from Ilam Road. Halswell Quarry Park is more than just a now-landscaped former quarry – it’s also home to six interesting sister-city gardens, historic sites and three permanent orienteering courses, and is a popular spot for dog walking and picnics. The Quarry Rim Track will take you up and around the dramatic landscape of the quarry face, or take in the various and diverse sister-city gardens.

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The iconic Port Hills offer numerous walks and vistas. An oldie but a goodie: the Bridle Path is the granddaddy of Christchurch walks. People have been traversing the thigh-busting steepness of the original route between Lyttelton and Christchurch since the colonial days of the 1850s. Clock the views, then celebrate your triumph at SUPER Restaurant in Lyttelton or nip back the other way over the hill and keep things historical at Heathcote institution the Valley Inn Tavern. Another Port Hills fave, the Rapaki Track, is an old Māori walking trail that’s an easier graft than the Bridle Path. At the top, take in expansive views over Quail Island

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Yes, it’s common sense, but it can’t be stressed enough that even in summer you need to be prepared. To make things as comfortable as possible slap on some sunscreen, take a hat (particularly some of the gents out there that might be feeling the ravages of old Father Time slashing those follicles), water and snacks/lunch, a fully charged phone (not just for selfies), wear comfy shoes, leave a change of clothes and a towel in the car, check out what the weather’s doing, and for longer walks (especially solo ones), tell someone about your plans!

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and then the city and coastline on your descent. A 10-minute walk up to the summit of Mount Vernon while you’re there is also well worth the extra effort. For the more hardcore adventurous types, the Crater Rim Track offers spectacular views of the peninsula along its entire length. We’d suggest tackling the section from the Godley Head car park to the Urumau Reserve Track junction, a 2-and-a-half hour jaunt that can start with an exploration of the historic gun emplacement buildings at the heads – digging those hand-dug tunnels! – before producing excellent views on either side along the ridgeline and passing through Buckleys Bay Scenic Reserve. Victoria Park, made famous by Peter Jackson’s Heavenly Creatures, is criss-crossed with an array of trails that reward a casual approach – head up and have a look to see what takes your fancy. To tick off a landmark, go for the Sugarloaf Circuit, which takes you from the Sign of the Kiwi up to the prominent transmission tower atop Sugarloaf. An absolute classic, the Godley Head Walkway is a trifling 8-kilometre, 3-hour coastline-

hugging bonanza of epic ocean horizons, cool baches (yes, you want to take the Boulder Bay detour) rolling hills and, on a clear day, Kaikoura Ranges vistas. Looking for a one-way, uphill excursion? The newly reopened Christchurch Adventure Park is back on its feet. Head to the park in Cracroft to check out the sweet village facilities and tackle the uphill trail – it’s steep but the views are awesome and the good news is a ride back down on the chairlift is free, and will drop you off handily placed at their licensed café for a cold Cassels & Sons brew on the deck in the sun.

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An easy sell, the Waipara Valley Vineyard Trail combines a cornucopia of world-class vineyards, historic farms, and Greening Waipara Biodiversity Trails, along with the historic steam train at Weka Pass Railway – and it’s all set to the stunning backdrop of the Main Divide. While not on the trail, Pegasus Bay Winery and Restaurant and Waipara Hills Winery are

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worthy detours and considerable rewards for trail-weary walkers. For something more substantial, you’ll need to set aside a day to tackle Mount Herbert, the highest point on Banks Peninsula – but it’s totally worth it for the awesome views. Make a steeper ascent from Orton Bradley Park or a longer, steadier one from the Diamond Harbour settlement; keep an eye on the weather forecast as well as current track conditions on the DOC website. Want the big views? You gotta put in the big effort, and the Mount Grey/Maukatere Track slightly west of Amberley is a show pony that offers some of Canterbury’s finest views (we kid you not!) on the approximately 6-hour return hike. Head up the Mount Grey/Maukatere Track on the way up and if you’re feeling adventurous, take the rougher Red Beech Track on the descent to maximise those outstanding vistas. Opened in March 2017, the new Ashley Gorge Loop Track takes in the gently flowing river, mature trees, native bush and birdlife – just an hour’s drive from the city, you can feel like you’ve escaped civilisation altogether and if you get

inspired, you might even be keen for a swim in the river (which remains healthy!). Spend the night at Mid Canterbury’s Mount Somers, which offers a readily accessible taste of backcountry New Zealand. Head for either Woolshed Creek or Pinnacles Hut, which both offer an easy overnight tramp that features impressive rock formations – perfect for a first-timing overnighter, even with kids. And for maximum spectacle in a short walk, the Castle Hill area has got you covered. The Kura Tawhiti Access Track may only be about 20 minutes in duration but takes in some epic limestone rock formations. Head off the track to explore this place that is tōpuni to (the special charge of) local Ngāi Tahu iwi. For something completely different, head to Cave Stream Scenic Reserve, where the pitch-black labyrinthine namesake cave offers 594 metres of pulse-quickening exploration; you’ll have to not mind getting wet and physical and will definitely need a torch. We’re talking headlamp – your phone’s not going to cut it! Pack a lunch and some brews and celebrate your adventure after.

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Café Christchurch

CAFFEINE NATION If ever there was a city on the move, it’s Christchurch. Constant upgrades as the city and surrounding suburbs continue to rebuild have resulted in a massive boom on the café scene. We’ve done the rounds to bring you up to date on the ever-changing city café scene, from the latest hotspots bringing some serious international cool, through to those having reached legendary status.

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Like a bit of atmosphere, style and street along with your caffeine fix? There’s plenty on offer for those looking for a side serving of quirk, funk and/or chic. Hello Sunday’s former church on Elgin Street in Sydenham houses a multi-award-winning brunch and daytime dining hotspot turning out inspired eats – including some great smashed avos – and seasonal treats. Uncommon on Tuam Street has swag for days, and serves up some seriously tasty eats, including their breakfast board, which features their famous eggs slow-poached at 63 degrees for 45 minutes. Effortless cool also prevails at Unknown Chapter, who roast their own specialty beans and belt out amazing shredded-beef flatbread. Head to Waltham to discover the under-the-radar charms of the Exchange’s open kitchen at XCHC on Wilsons Road. Forget about menus though, as they stock their impressive cabinet fare with seasonal fresh food made daily and all sourced from local suppliers. Sophistication and share plates abound at Addington’s Town Tonic on Lincoln Road – this sleek eatery serves up the freshest local fare by way of genius chef/owner Jamie Bennett alongside organic coffee, craft beers and fine wines. Neighbouring Addington Coffee Co-Op’s wares come with a side serving of good karma; roasters of Jail Breaker coffee out of a former mechanic’s workshop, the café is a local fave and their banana bread is the stuff of legend. On Riccarton Road, Park Ranger’s rustic aesthetic and artisan focus has made it a go-to haunt. In the central city, Apartment Coffee’s alt-cool urban den adds a Japanese edge to their menu, which stars the likes of karaage fried chicken. And channelling seriously quirky cool, the team

at Spooky Boogie in Lyttelton combine primo coffee (from neighbouring roasters Lyttelton Coffee Co.), cakes and cookies with local art, collectibles and some mean vinyl.

THE FOUR AVENUES The rejuvenating city centre is pretty much bursting with awesome cafés and crazy good coffee fixin’s in every direction. Eclectic gourmet eatery on the block, Good Habit serves up a divine selection of goodies and coffee. Dotted around the CBD, Black & White Coffee Cartel & Houses team slick fitouts with tasty sweet and savoury offerings at Bink Bowler’s everexpanding empire, and be sure to tap the caffeinated goodness down at Black & White Origins in the Lichfield Courtyard. In Cathedral Square, discover the sandstone charms of O.G.B – grab a takeaway coffee from the handy Square-side coffee window or kick back in the prohibition cool at their swanky digs, order in a platter and make plans to come back later that night when it turns into a buzzing bar. Tucked away in the BNZ Centre is funky-as-allget-out boutique coffee bar Little Brews Espresso, serving up some seriously mean brews. It’s High Street’s ANZ Centre that houses Arbo, nestled around the building’s spectacular 6-metre tree art piece. Located inside Ballantynes’ edgy fashion emporium the Contemporary Lounge, you’ll discover the charms of Ello Café & Eatery, where Europeaninspired handmade eats meet Underground’s range of coffee. Named for the year in which the original hotel was built on the same site, Crowne Plaza Christchurch’s Café 1851 on Colombo Street is a great place to start your day with an excellent coffee and their 1851 Bennie. Head to Miro, Francesca Voza’s brilliant culinary venture housed in the former Caffe Roma site, sip on their signature breakfast cocktails and enjoy eats from the old-skool-style grill as you kick back in the contemporary cool surrounds. Serving up primo coffee and highly tempting cabinet food with a shot of banter is Fulla Beanz, a slick café operating in the heart of the city. New café gem Moment is a clean and green eatery that can cater to any dietary requirement or preference. Head to St Asaph Street’s Boxed Quarter cool

where self-described “sensory focused company” Engine Coffee Brewers serve coffee tasting trays and coffee-matched fare for the ultimate caffeine experience, and not too far down the way is Lemon Tree Café, a boutique and contemporary space that offers an array of sweet and savoury treats. Down the alleyway via 245 St Asaph Street you will find Espresso245 and the wildly talented husband-and-wife duo Markus and Maria Hirner. Seriously good java (courtesy of Lyttelton Coffee Co.) is the order of the day at the two-storey charms of New Regent Street fave The Caffeine Laboratory (their super-creative delish doughnuts are almost too pretty to eat – almost). Check out the re-burgeoning Arts Centre as it bounces back post-quake with a trip to Bunsen, who have resurrected former venue Le Café’s world-famous-in-Christchurch chicken nachos, or keep heading down Worcester Boulevard to the east to find the appropriately named Boulevard Café and Bar. Just a block north on Gloucester Street, Lux Espresso, housed within the stunning Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA), offer local and organic delights (including their legendary custard croissant cakes!) as well as ethical and consciously sustainable products. Half a block to the east on the Cambridge Terrace corner, New York-style bagelry Johnny Sausage serves up hand-rolled boiled bagels and amazing pizza.

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South a couple of blocks, the new Westend Stories on the corner of Cambridge and Cashel do fantastic calzone and pizza; look out too for the saffron turmeric couscous with rotisserie chicken, which is as good as it sounds! Taking up residence in the Botanic Gardens is Ilex Café, a stunning oasis in the heart of the city with a focus on using produce and coffee that is sourced locally, ensuring you enjoy all that the Canterbury region has to offer. On Hereford Street, Avon River views and Atomic coffee is where it’s at for stylin’ Therapy, where you’ll find such culinary delights as their cookies and cream slice. And on the west of the river is Everyday Dose; you owe it to yourself to try their epic eats (trust us!). To the south of Durham Street, the industrial cool of Underground Coffee Roasters is home to Christchurch’s only fluidised air roaster, while to the north, Curious Palate is a hybrid café/ bistro featuring the talents of well-travelled chef Henry and award-winning coffee from Orb Coffee. Further north again you’ll find Laneway Espresso, rocking an all-day brunch menu alongside killer coffee. Take a right off Montreal down Walker Street to discover boutique coffee roastery and espresso bar The Anchorage and its sibling roastery The Sailor’s Son, which serves their own

locally roasted beans, or keep heading north to find super-cute MADE Espresso Bar on the Montreal/Cashel corner, who turn out honest, wholesome and simple fare (be sure to check out their freshly made and daily-changing salads – they’re the bomb!). On Manchester Street, at the corner of Welles, you’ll find Raw Sugar Café, a vegetarian and vegan-friendly entry on the city scene rocking tasty, stripped-back meals like their Sweet Giant Toast. And to the east of Manchester on Southwark Street, Grain Coffee and Eatery serves up fierce coffee and regularly changing eats. To the east of the CBD you’ll find healthy eating at The Herb Centre on Kilmore Street – this wholefoods leader teams seasonal vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free eats with health-promoting drinks like ginger tonic and herbal tea blends – and it’s all served in a charming hardfloor cottage or leafy garden setting (if a more traditional coffee is in order, Switch Espresso is still in the house!) Further east on Kilmore, Little Pom’s (next door to sibling institution Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn) houses tasty and nutritious fare that features housemade nut butters and go-to brunch offerings, like their life-changing Little Pom’s Benny, served alongside craft beers, wine, local Allpress Espresso and Born and Raised Kombucha on tap.

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And seek out Coffee Embassy Espresso Bar on Fitzgerald Avenue; these serious coffeeheads cater beautifully to the masses with a small brunch-esque menu and brimming cabinet, and also offer specialty brews, beans and the lowdown on all things coffee.

NORTH Head north to find Merivale’s Café Metro along Papanui Road; it’s an art-inspired café serving seriously good coffee alongside an extensive selection of teas and some of the city’s finest pies. Over in St Albans, The Origin turns out specialty teas (including some from New Zealand’s only tea plantation!) and coffees alongside pure vegetarian cuisine. Try Café Raeward on Harewood Road, where locals flock to enjoy freshly made cabinet fare and an epic menu – get there early to avoid missing out. In Burnside, sustainable style joins one of the country’s leading sustainable cafés at Untouched World Kitchen. The menu is a celebration of all that’s fresh, seasonal and organic, balancing sensational cooked-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch items alongside decadent cabinet fare. Just north up Roydvale Avenue, Strange Bandit by Luciano from legendary Christchurch barista

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Luciano Marcolino (twice a World Top 10 barista), offers fantastic coffee (unsurprisingly) and delicious dishes like the Japanese crispy fried chicken, while further north again, on the corner of Wairakei Road, long-established Terra Viva is a favourite weekend destination that combines a garden centre, an inspiring homewares and gift store, and an iconic café. Tasty deli offerings and a specialist brunch menu in chilled surrounds are reasons enough to visit Bishopdale’s Café Vivo. Joe’s Garage serves up hearty fare and coffee in Redwood (there are outlets in the CBD, Riccarton, Sumner and Wigram too), including their legendary and curiously named ‘Teddy Best’, which sees prime free-range chicken breast, caramelised onions, tomato and rocket with seeded mustard aioli served up on toasted ciabatta.

WEST In Riccarton, Café SisMo on Riccarton Road is a relaxed hangout offering a range of delicious home-baked goodies. Continue further west out to Russley to seek out Passengers & Co and their primo Bacon Butty. If you’re out Riccarton way, make sure you call into funky café Park Ranger on Riccarton Road.

With a seasonally driven menu, a super-cool fitout and superb three-origin blend coffee, this café will quickly become a go-to favourite. In the southwest, Addington has become somewhat of a café hotspot. On Wrights Road, Milieu Café’s lunch menu satisfies with hearty classics, including lambs fry and bacon served alongside a killer brew. Don’t miss popping into Bernard Street’s Little Merchants either for seriously good coffee and guilt-free sweet treats. Portershed on Lincoln Road, meanwhile, offers some of the city’s finest vegan fare. And in Show Place, not far from Addington Raceway, you’ll find Mrs Hucks, named for a legendary city café proprietor and offering cabinet goodies alongside the also legendary Bao Big Breakfast, a steamed Chinese bao bun with streaky bacon, kransky sausage, roast mushroom, hash brown, grilled tomato, soft poached egg and sweet miso paste.

SOUTH Take a trip to Cashmere for the goodies on offer at taste@twenty, where locally roasted Hummingbird Coffee is served alongside some of the city’s finest baked delights. In Sydenham’s boutique shopping centre The Colombo you’ll

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find the fluidised hot air roasted charms of Underground Coffee Roasters, where singleorigin-brew infused cheesecakes meet fine savoury fare alongside their famed coffees. For a quickie on the go, they also have an outlet in the centre’s food court pumping out their primo brews, including their legendary fair trade and organic offering Beatnik for serious coffee drinkers. Up the hill at Cashmere’s Emperor’s New Clothes on Dyers Pass Road, locally roasted coffee is combined with killer views and their rightfully famous scones. The Sign of the Kiwi on Summit Road has also made a welcome return to the café scene and offers great views with your bagel, coffee or ice cream. You’ll need to head for the hills to find Christchurch Adventure Park in Cracroft too, where tasty eats and cool brews on the deck complement the downhill mountain biking and other action adventures.

not only fresh coffee, bagels and doughnuts but also leather goods, merch, books and even guitar strings! Keep heading east to Ferrymead to hook yourself up with a caffeine fix and dose of ‘good honest food’ at the off-the-grid charms of Dispense Espresso, where you can also pick up housemade jams, chutneys and more, or drop into modern eatery ten27, which serves up some outstanding coffee and seriously sophisticated plates from its contemporary menu, as well as the unmissable John’s Mum’s Fudge (or simply JMF to those in the know). Make tracks and journey through the tunnel out to Lyttelton, where SUPER Restaurant serves up a selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes that’ll keep you fuelled long after you’ve chowed down on it. Fancy a round of golf with your coffee? Links Café at the Christchurch Golf Club serves up primo eats alongside tasty coffee and even boasts killer vistas.

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Follow a trail of good cafés down Ferry Road out towards Sumner. First cab off the rank heading east is Gentle Giant’s diverse Waltham offering, including homemade ice tea and bodacious takes on the classic baked beans. The hip Lyttelton Records (in, counterintuitively, Woolston) offers

Christchurch’s institution cafés are popular for a reason; think great food, possibly even better coffee, and some seriously sweet surroundings. The legendary C1 Espresso works out of the old High Street Post Office and will fire your sliders at you via pneumatic tube, Futurama-style! On

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Madras Street the coffee alchemists at Black Betty rock house-brewed Switch Espresso in slick surrounds. Relaxed bistro dining with a touch of class is the order of the day at Brigittes Restaurant & Bar in the heart of Merivale, where the Big Breakfast takes some beating. Watch the magic happen at the open-plan bakery goodness of Vic’s Café on Victoria Street. Also on Victoria Street, Procopé Coffee House sees Hummingbird Coffee join freerange eggs and free-farmed bacon on the menu, all served up in their swanky digs. Addington’s Oddfellow’s Café on Disraeli Street is next door to its sibling roastery operation, Hummingbird Coffee. East of the central city in Linwood, iconic Tancred Street cottage Under the Red Verandah (aka UTRV) charms with its sunny courtyard and wows with an exciting menu (go for the Brunch Scramble; you won’t be sorry) and exceptional coffee. Or take a quick trip through the tunnel to discover the industrial, casual cool of self-roasters Lyttelton Coffee Co.

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FOOD SAFARI What’s Hot Christchurch takes you on a culinary journey across Christchurch’s vast range of international restaurants, allowing you to experience the best of locally available global flavours without having to leave home. From alluring Italian dishes to fresh Asian delights, this is one gastronomic odyssey you don’t want to miss!

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EUROPE ITALY There are several excellent Italian food options within the city. St Asaph Street’s Baretta describes itself as “a little piece of Italy in Christchurch”, and offers an air of European sophistication in some seriously swanky surrounds in addition to its range of Italian food favourites and lavish wine list. Just down the road, the city institution that is Café Valentino has an outstanding range of wood-fired pizza, pasta dishes, and a long string of culinary awards. Near the Isaac Theatre Royal you’ll find Francesca’s Italian Kitchen, a Christchurch branch of a legendary Wanaka restaurant that uses local, seasonal produce to create their ever-changing, highly tempting menu of Italian classics. On Colombo Street, Venuti’s modern takes on classic Italian fare like their Veal Picante are served in a welcoming atmosphere and are accompanied by a collection of excellent Kiwi and Italian wines. The oldest restaurant in Christchurch, Spagalimis, has made itself a local legend thanks to its amazing pizzas. Visit their central-city restaurant in the historic Ironside House to relax with a drink.

FRANCE Fusing French coffee, music and their eponymous crepes, the funky Maison de Crêpes crêperie at Carlton Courts serves up sweet (hello Orange Intense, featuring chocolate, fresh

oranges and almonds) and savoury dishes. Fine food and a genuine French dining experience is the order of the day at St Germain, now firmly established in their St Asaph Street location and open for lunch with the likes of quiche Lorraine and crème caramel.

01 Café Valentino’s wood-fired pizza oven. 02 Pistachio crusted goats cheese with orange and chicory salad from Universo Brasserie & Bar.

BELGIUM Belgium’s best craft beers on tap join New Zealand’s best produce in a Belgian flavour at Belgian Beer Café Torenhof. Dine and relax over the classic beer range as you soak up the atmosphere of their classic 1920s Belgian fitout.

EURO FUSION In the central city you’ll find stylish Universo Brasserie & Bar, housed in the contemporary cool of the Christchurch Art Gallery, which dispenses deliciousness in the form of blood orange and gin-cured Akaroa salmon, alongside other exotic border-pushing creations and exceptional cocktails. Not far away, Strawberry Fare is rightly famous for its primo desserts, as well as fine Euro fare that combines the influences of Italy, France and Scandinavia, while in historic New Regent Street modern yet classic bistro Twenty Seven Steps is sleek, stylish and welcoming, with a relaxing atmosphere rocking serious gourmet credentials from owners Emma Mettrick and Paul Howells. Luxe central-city venue The Happening Bar & Kitchen offers outstanding hospitality near the Isaac Theatre Royal with an enticing Europeaninspired menu, including the aptly titled Happening Francesinha and heaven-sent truffle and parmesan fries. Dine out in 5th Street’s bespoke-style restaurant and explore the pleasure of their shared dining with added emphasis on a quality range of drinks. Hit up the ‘loft feel’ surrounds of The Camden and sample their flavoursome dishes – a delectable hybrid of English faves with a modern Kiwi twist. — 01 —

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Central-city outfit Orleans channels some serious Bourbon Street swagger – hearty Creole soul food is the order of the day. And you’ll need to make sure you’re not dining alone when you tackle their mighty Waffle Stack. Staying in the city, authentic Americana experiences can be found via the pop culture cool of Sun Dog Diner, featuring an all-day breakfast menu and serious Mex-appeal alongside classics like Mac-n-Cheese (aka The Greatest Show on Earth), and the nostalgia of Diner 66, which taps that Happy Days vibe with the classic black and white tile and neon look, booths, and all the delicious American diner fare you’d expect, including fantastic breakfasts, gourmet all-American burgers, splits and sundaes and no fewer than 38(!) types of milkshake. It’s the most, daddy-o! If you’re looking for a classic New York-style steakhouse experience, Bloody Mary’s at the Rydges Latimer is a brooding, sophisticated space furnished with dark oak and buttery leather where they take steaks very seriously. Melt into meat-lover’s heaven and sink your teeth into primo charcoal-grilled goodness down at Jaba Grill & Bar where a state-of-the-art Kopa charcoal grill takes centre stage in the kitchen – it’s nirvana for the serious carnivore! Other US-of-A-styled offerings include the tasty breakfast offerings at Drexels and the casual eats at Lower 9th Diner. And it’s the Aloha State’s culinary traditions that feature at The Crossing’s Piki Poke, which offers fresh, tasty poke bowls that embrace the delicious Hawaiian tradition of marinated seafood salads, with a build-your-own bowl approach that lets you tailor the low-carb goodness directly to your own preferences. There’s granola for brekky, too!

CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA MEXICO Mexicano’s on Victoria Street serves up fine Mexican street food in stylish surrounds with an emphasis on fun – provided you’re able to get a table (book early!). With its Tarantino-cool fitout and buzzing atmosphere finished off with hip and friendly staff and an authentic south-of-theborder soundtrack, Mexico on Manchester Street offers fresh and feisty Mexican fare and a laidback vibe. Alvarados Mexican Cantina on Lichfield Street is the go-to spot for authentic Mexican cuisine prepared by Mexican chefs. Peruse their new menu to find the oh-so Mexican Jalapeño Poppers – deliciously feisty. Look out too for a welcome addition to the Mexican cuisine scene when “Christchurch’s craziest Mexican Joint”, Chiwahwah Mexican Cantina Bar, opens at The Terrace featuring former Strip fave Coyote Street Bar & Restaurant’s 137-year-old kauri doors.

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LATIN AMERICA Rocking some serious street food cred, the team at Caribe Latin Kitchen, at bodacious shared eatery space Little High, turns out tasty treats like arepas, tapas, tacos and more, plus killer cocktails. Mere metres away, sister outfit El Fogón Grill is a South American-style grill house, offering a wide range of the tastes of Argentina, Brazil and more. Argentinian cuisine is also celebrated at the Hotel Montreal’s Polo Bar, where choice cuts of grilled meats join Patatas Bravas and other delights. Don’t miss the Alitas de Pollo, chargrilled chicken winglets with your choice of BBQ, red or green chimichurri. Bravo!

AFRICA MOROCCO Established by local chef and food identity Simo, Mosaic by Simo is a Moroccan culinary adventure in Addington serving up delectable tagines, salads and Mediterranean deli items, offering lucky customers a fresh taste sensation of authentic, aromatic spices and flavours. And Chez Simo’s Cafe & Bistro in Ilam offers a Moroccan-French inspired menu.

MIDDLE EAST With everything cooked on site and following traditional family recipes, Richmond’s Persian Kitchen marries the exotic and colourful flavours of ancient Persian and Turkish cuisine with an authentic dining experience. It’s all about tender

meat cooked to perfection with a unique mix of spices. In Riccarton, Prince of Persia Restaurant rocks some seriously tasty Afghani and Iranian fare, with handmade kebabs grilled over a charcoal fire for that wicked smoky taste!

ASIA CHINA The city’s home of Chinese food on a grand scale is the wide-open dining room of Madam Kwong’s, which recalls the bustling dining establishments of Shanghai and Hong Kong. Lunch is all about yum cha, where the tasty morsels are served in bamboo steamers, while traditional Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine is cranked out at night. In Cathedral Junction near the Square, Chong’s Chinese Restaurant offers a traditional Chinese dining experience. Try from a unique lineup that includes Chinese BBQ, seafood, and cook-atyour-table Chinese hotpot/steamboat. Get into mouth-watering Chinese street food inspired by the multicultural influences and traditional flavours of Shanghai at Shanghai Street Dumplings, where dumpling master Norman calls on 30 years of experience to create crispy pot stickers, noodles and other delectable delicacies. Sharing Norman’s aim of serving some of the best dumplings you’ll find, the team behind Pot Sticker Dumpling Bar on Poplar Street in the city have matched the best of Kiwi attitude with traditional Chinese dumpling-making methods, along with beer, sake and inspired cocktails.

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They’ve also got an ‘eat on the go kiosk’ at The Colombo. Head to Sister Kong’s Hong Kong baijiu-house stylings in Victoria Street, where a range of tricked-up bao burgers such as their MC Bao Mac are on offer alongside the fiery Chinese spirit and killer cocktails. And in Little High, Eightgrains rocks boutique Chinese food that includes handmade dumplings, baos, and some excellent Taiwanese and Sichuan cuisine classics.

TAIWAN Papanui hotspot Little Taipei Restaurant offers a traditional Taiwanese menu that rocks a tantalising mix of the classic mild, sweet and savoury flavours of the island. Broaden your culinary horizons with a bubble tea or a Taiwanese fruit-flavoured beer (mango anyone?) alongside one of their authentic street food dishes.

JAPAN Tucked in amongst the hustle and bustle of The Terrace is Amaterrace Teppanyaki, where they slice, dice and serve up drool-worthy menu items, such as crispy calamari, prawn tempura and omakase nigiri. Along Victoria Street you’ll find the home of the addictive Sushi Burger and other Japanese delicacies at Hachi Hachi (with sibling venues located at the Bush Inn Centre, BNZ Centre, and Rangiora). Stay central to find Hikari Sushi Bar in the Awly Building; already established in Queenstown and Dunedin, they’ve brought their winning sushi and Japanese lunch options like teriyaki donburi to the Christchurch masses (loving that big koi art too!)

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In Edgeware, the calm, wood-featuring interior of Tomi Japanese Restaurant is a prelude to a traditional Japanese feast and a premium sake range – among the best available anywhere. In Addington you’ll find KUMO Japanese Cuisine – park up alongside the sushi train and take your pick of its tantalising contents, or order from the traditional sushi and yakitori dishes and fusion mash-ups on the menu. Legendary local fave Cookai Japanese Restaurant has had a reboot and is raring to go. Find them in their new digs at The Crossing and wrap your taste-buds around their signature classics of soft shell crab, tempura sushi, ramen, curry rice and then some, or take your pick from an array of sushi from their train, all whipped up by experienced Japanese chefs. In Riccarton, Takumi Japanese Restaurant & Bar offers a wide range of Japanese classics, sushi and sashimi, tempting set menus and some awesome lunch options; check out the colourful photography popping off the walls big-time too! In Lyttelton, SUPER is a welcome addition to the port’s restaurant scene that offers its own take on modern Japanese cuisine, with a menu chock-full of delights like Okonomiyaki with kewpie mayo, brown sauce and pickled ginger, and organic karaage fried chicken with Sriracha mayo and yuzi chilli pickled radish.

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authentic, piquant flavours, and they’re an excellent choice for a killer Indian banquet. At Mumbaiwala Indian Street Kitchen in the CBD you’ll find distinctive Mumbai-style Indian street food with a mouth-watering menu of dishes that are designed to share, as is done in India. And be sure to check out their new culinary venture Permit Room, which will take up residence in the 1920s Isaac House.

KOREA For tricked-up Korean (think Japanese, Korean and Mexican hybrid the Sushi Burrito) alongside classics, head to Rice and Paper in the city, while tucked behind you’ll find Steampunk Laboratory rocking street food staple Cupbop. For KFC of a different kind try Monster Chicken’s signature Korean Fried Chicken in Upper Riccarton, grab a bangin’ Bibimbap at The Station (housed in an old train station) in Papanui and head to Korea House in Bishopdale for BBQ-yourself eats.

VIETNAM Traditional Vietnamese cuisine is done properly at Upper Riccarton’s Hello Vietnam Restaurant, where fresh, feisty and wildly authentic are the themes. Experience tasty, fresh Vietnamese cuisine at one of Nom Nom Kitchen’s three cosy restaurants in Strowan, Rangiora and Lyttelton.

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out fresh from the wok – at Khmer Cambodian Cuisine, just minutes from Northlands Mall.

THAILAND Victoria Street is a real Thai restaurant hotspot; look out for Kum Pun Thai Restaurant offering intimate dining and the traditional tastes of Thailand in a relaxed environment (Do. Not. Miss. the Red Curry Sea-Star Wontons!) Victoria Street is also home to Thai fusion hothouse Spice Paragon, where intimate, stylish surrounds meet the bold and delicious flavours of next-level Thai, including slow-cooked melting beef cheek with freshly made creamy red curry sauce and seasonal highlights on the chef’s favourite blackboard menu. Also central is The Nook Eatery, nestled in historic New Regent Street. It’s a cute little Thai place that packs a powerful punch. Drop by for an awesome (and great value!) lunch, dinner, or drinks – grab a seat downstairs, upstairs or outside and watch the world go by. Just to the south of the central city, Red Elephant has long been catering to the Thai food faithful with authentic Thai cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere – try their seafood specialty Yum Red Elephant. To the city’s west in Riccarton, Thai Orchid has been a city favourite for close to three decades and continues to offer delicious stir-fried classics, Kiwi-Thai fusion dishes and original 300-year-old Thai recipes. Nom Nom Kitchen offers a range of fresh and tasty classic Asian fare with a gigantic geographical stretch, from the likes of Traditional

Vietnamese Prawn Cakes with kumara to Thailand’s tom yum soup, Indonesian nasi goreng and Beijing sizzling black bean.

ASIAN INSPIRED Styling themselves as ‘modern Asian’, DUO Dining Room and Bar near Hagley Park takes an innovative approach to food that combines the best traditions and flavours of Asia and Europe in a unique dining experience, set off perfectly by its funky interior. In the BNZ Centre Wok It To Me collects up the best street food from around Asia, including China’s dan dan noodles, Hong Kong bubble waffles, Korean bibimbap and Thailand’s pad thai, and it’s all served up in an ambience of authenticity. On Victoria Street, King of Snake has a well-earned reputation as one of the city’s best restaurants, with a sexy, casual atmosphere that somewhat belies just how seriously they take killer Asian food – south-east Asian in particular. Try the Kung Pao Chicken with Sichuan peppercorns, heavenly facing chillies and peanuts. No visit is complete without tapping the magic of their namesake cocktail. Offering an extensive menu of unique dishes inspired by an innovative mix of Asian and European cuisines, the legends at Bamboozle Oriental Kitchen & Bar treat customers to a range of creations including new twists on dim sum, and fresh and feisty stirfries, all served up with some serious theatre courtesy of their open kitchen.

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Many establishments take an international approach to their menu, handpicking the best from around the world to offer a selection of global favours. For border-bounding eats in the city, hit up Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar, opposite the Christchurch Art Gallery, for the ever-changing Fiddlesticks Feature Feast for two, or some of their seriously delicious desserts, like the Salted Caramel Delice. Amazonita on The Terrace is inspired by the spirit and charm of the Amazon and makes for the perfect place to drink, dine, delve and delight. Making a triumphant return (peanuts and all) is the classy and all-consuming Bangalore Polo Club – a must visit with its sassy bartenders. Channelling Euro-chic sophistication, Terrace Tavern exudes elegance with its dark-grained wood-fronted bar where the Dux range of beers stand at attention on tap. And be sure to head up to the first floor of The Terrace and make for the relaxed vibe of Botanic, where delectable, melt-in-your-mouth eats await. Welles Street (in duh, Welles Street) is as good a place to eat as it is to drink, with a range of options that include over-the-counter meals like chicken schnitzel with gravy, slaw, Greek mayo and fries. Tuck into Māori-infused kai at Lu Lu’s Bar and Eatery. Their menu – available in both English and Te Reo – pays homage to native New Zealand produce from the farm, garden and sea, including pāua from the Chatham Islands, Māori sourdough bread and hāngi-style kumara bites. East of the CBD you’ll find Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn, a legendary craft beer pub in its own right that also has some seriously good stuff coming out of the kitchen. Whatever you’re craving, Dux Central probably has it on their menu. Offering a lineup of international foods, you’ll be spoilt for choice by the wealth of eats here. Residing on the same block, swanky new wine bar Not Without You serves up New Zealand-made wine, craft beer and food (be sure to tap their platters!) Mega-popular St Asaph Street eating hub Little High has something for everyone! Wander in and discover if you’re in the mood for pizza, burgers, Thai, Chinese, sushi, South American … the list goes on. Make for the sophisticated charms of The George Hotel, where iconic restaurants 50 Bistro and Pescatore take up residence. A degustation is in order at Chillingworth Road, where chef Darren Wright’s 5-, 7-, or 9-course degustation menus, as well as their more casual (but still pimped up!) bistro fare are culinary stunners. No.4 Bar & Restaurant is a legendary Merivale after-work drinks spot, but they are just as famous for their excellent food: the mighty No.4 Plank platter is certainly renowned city-wide, as are exotic enticements like pork belly and the crowd-pleasing risotto.

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At the foot of the Cashmere hills, hit Colombo Street hotspot Protocol for a buzzing, welcoming atmosphere and bangin’ lamb fillet. In Riccarton, Dux Dine upholds the worldfamous-in-Christchurch Dux hospitality name, with awesome pescatarian food served in their charmingly restored villa. Gastropub goodness abounds all over the city; bars are not just for drinking any more! Tuck into Irish and pub food classics at Addington’s Sullivans Irish Pub or Shirley’s O’Sheas Public House, pull up a pew and ‘lax in the revamped surrounds of Merivale’s The Brewers, supplement a great beer or wine with seriously tasty pizzas at The Brewery at The Tannery, tackle the towering burgers at Avonhead’s Merrin Street Brewery Bar, and hit The Pedal Pusher’s venue on Lincoln Road for relaxed international dining. It’s classic pub fare done right (and some awesome meal deals too) at Heathcote’s legendary Valley Inn Tavern. Hop on down to The Flaming Rabbit in Halswell where you’ll be torn between their scrumptious Baby Back Ribs and their succulent Flintstone Ribeye.

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FIND OUT MORE For the ultimate low-down on the city’s best restaurants, bars and cafés, head to Christchurch lifestyle bible Cityscape’s website (cityscape.co.nz/magazine) and download their essential app and magazine to your favourite device.

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FINER DINING Christchurch’s high-end dining scene will have you seeing stars – in clusters of five.

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The George Hotel’s Pescatore is an iconic Christchurch restaurant, and as the name suggests, it’s a largely seafood affair, with chef de cuisine Ryan Henley bringing a conceptual, sensory approach to the menu. Select from the à la carte menu or throw caution to the wind and trust the chef with the 7-course degustation menu, which is virtually guaranteed to surprise. Refined carnivores should put Bloody Mary’s on their must-do list. It’s a grill house, but not as you know it; riffing on the classic cocktail and the axe-happy queen, it seamlessly blends swank and sophistication into a lavish yet unpretentious bar/lounge (whisky lounge, by the way!)/restaurant. It’s no ordinary slashie though – buttery, plush leather meets broody, dark timber, a glittering top shelf, killer cocktail list and Canterbury’s finest produce. Key to the menu is the heaven-sent Canterbury prime Angus, 21-day aged, grass-fed, bone-in 700g ribeye. Let’s face it: if you’re going to lose your head, this is the place to do it. Redefining moveable feast, the Christchurch Tramway Restaurant (the only one in New Zealand) combines the luxury of a colonialstyle dining tram with the country’s finest cuisine and beverages and a sightseeing tour that showcases Christchurch’s inner city. Experience luxury in the air-conditioned, 36-seater colonial-style dining tram as you enjoy some of the finest service and gastronomy the city (and the country) has to offer. Little wonder it’s so popular; bookings are absolutely essential. Climb a short flight of stairs in New Regent Street to discover

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foodie nirvana at Twenty Seven Steps (it’s fewer than that if you’re counting). Helmed by formidable gastronomic duo Emma Mettrick and Paul Howells, the intimate and swishy second-floor dining space channels bistro-luxe sophistication sans the stuffy pretension; timber floors and dark wood tables – complete with guttering candlelight and vintage, purposefully mismatched crockery – are joined by eclectic retro light fittings dangling from the ceiling, black and white tiling (done right) and a slick, black-tiled bar infusing timeless Euro-cool with some seriously seasonal alchemy coming from the kitchen. Tucked down a trendy Victoria Street laneway you'll find the refined opulence of Louis Craft Seafood & Champagne. Channelling the sort of decadence from its namesake that sparked the French peasantry to revolt, this super swishy bar offers 16 different

varieties of champagne and oysters 12 ways alongside fine French fare best enjoyed between sips of the fine-beaded best. For an authentic French dining experience, make for the elegant and cosy atmosphere of St Germain, where excellent French fare will have you saying “Oui oui!” Further afield in Redwood you’ll find Chillingworth Road, where award-winning chef Darren Wright has been wowing taste-buds with his respectful seasonal menus. Opt for 5-, 7-, or 9-course degustations or their more casual (still pimped up!) bistro fare, or celebrate in proper style in their private G.H. Mumm Room. In Lyttelton, multi-award-winning Roots Restaurant has taken out the title of best restaurant in New Zealand and made the La Liste World Top 1,000 restaurants. Chef and owner Giulio Sturla is famous for his degustation menus, which are a celebration of seasonality.

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FIND OUT MORE Pescatore thegeorge.com/dine/pescatore Bloody Mary’s bloodymarys.co.nz Christchurch Tramway Restaurant christchurchattractions.nz Twenty Seven Steps twentysevensteps.co.nz Louis Craft Seafood & Champagne FB/LouisChampagneBar St Germain saint-germain.co.nz Chillingworth Road chillingworthroad.co.nz Roots Restaurant rootsrestaurant.co.nz

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ALVARADOS MEXICAN CANTINA MEXICAN

Alvarados Mexican Cantina is pleased to announce they are now open in their exciting new central city venue at 150 Lichfield Street, right next door to the Innovation Carpark building! Their longawaited return to the central city features an allnew breakfast menu and an extended licence for Latin dance up until 3am! Join them to experience an authentic Mexican breakfast, lunch or dinner, made by Mexicans.

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Cochinita Bun Slow-roasted pulled pork, fresh greens, pickled red onion, aioli and melted cheese in a soft brioche bun $14 Molletes Fresh grilled ciabatta topped with refried black beans, melted mozzarella, pico de gallo and fried egg $14 SMALL PLATES

Esquites MUST TRY Chargrilled sweet corn with red onion and epazote bound in jalapeno mayo and queso fresco, topped with fresh chillies on warm ciabatta $16 Empanadas Grilled buttery prawns with serrano chillies and mozzarella wrapped in a deep fried masa $16 Flautas Crunchy corn tortilla wrapped around potato and topped with green salsa, sour cream and aged cheese $16 LARGE SPECIALTY PLATES

Enchiladas Grilled chicken rolled corn tortillas topped with creamy chipotle salsa $27 Chillies Rellenos Grilled poblano peppers stuffed with roasted seasonal vegetables $27 Pambazo Fried bread filled with spicy chorizo sausage and potato, coated in warm salsa $27 Pescado a la Talla Chilli-marinated grilled fish accompanied with fresh salad and Mexican rice $27 SHARING PLATES (TWO PERSON $50 FOUR PERSON $100)

Taco Fiesta Tacos to share with your choice of meat. Warm tortillas, salsas, limes and fresh greens to create your own Alambre Your choice of chicken or beef. With chargrilled capsicums, onion, bacon and cheese POSTRES

Churro Bites Deep fried Mexican mini doughnuts coated with sugar and cinnamon and topped with either chocolate sauce or cajeta $10 Empanada de Platano Deep fried corn tortilla stuffed with banana and sprinkled cinnamon sugar, condensed milk and chocolate sauce $10

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BARETTA ITALIAN/SWISHY BAR

Beyond Baretta’s impressive main bar is a breathtaking exterior terracotta paved courtyard – piazza style – with wrought iron and awnings, umbrellas and canopies. Beyond that again is the Veto Bar, bold and moody, and perfect for private functions. Select from small plates, pizza and mouth-watering mains. Elegant yet down to earth, this is the place to be. Pop in for a quick drink and stay on till 3am!

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Arancini risotto balls filled with tomato, mozzarella & spinach. Served with aioli $14 Jalapeno Cheese Fondue served with toasted breads $14 ANTIPASTO

Mezze Plate (for two) cheeses, cured meats, pickles, dips & condiments. Served with toasted breads $37 PIZZA

Margarita Napoli sauce, mozzarella & Italian herbs $20 Braised Calamari & Chorizo with fennel, chilli & anchovies (optional) $26 Vegetarian mushrooms, artichoke, confit onion & olives $22 INSALATE E PASTA

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Roasted Artichoke Salad confit onion, feta, olives, red peppers & citrus vinaigrette $23

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Beef Short Rib slow braised in sticky onion jus & served on creamy mash with steamed greens $28 Fish of the Day market fresh cooked fish with today’s inspiration POA Pork Belly MUST TRY served with a pumpkin & spinach risotto cake, with steamed greens, pear relish & Port wine glaze $35 DOLCE SORPRESSA

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BLOODY MARY’S STEAKHOUSE/COCKTAIL BAR

A popular New York-style steakhouse renowned by locals for premium and local produce, seasonally focussed menus and delicious uncomplicated cuisine. The whisky lounge is perfect for a post dinner night cap, but the sundrenched terrace even better for a cheeky after work or pre dinner cocktail.

MENU SAMPLER Buffet Breakfast Not your typical buffet breakfast – no soggy hash browns or green eggs here, just a host of delicious café classics, fresh fruit and savouries and of course, your very own Bloody Mary bar. $32 Fully Loaded Seafood Chowder (Entrée) As the name suggests – fully loaded with premium seafood with a creamy chowder sauce poured at your table. $19

Canterbury Angus 700g Bone In Rib-Eye 21-day aged grass-fed Angus from Canterbury served to your liking with a choice of potato and sauce; we recommend truffled mash and béarnaise. $80 180g Ora King Salmon Served with cherry tomato and courgette quinoa and smoked onion puree. $38 Angus Hereford Cross 150g Eye Fillet 28-day aged South Canterbury Angus served to your liking with a choice of potato and sauce; we recommend beef dripping fries and horseradish. $37 Prime Rib SIGNATURE DISH 24-hour cooked, truffle and green peppercorn rubbed prime rib, served medium from our prime rib cart with garlic gratin, asparagus and premium sauces. Selected days or by appointment. Mary’s Cut 300g $59, Hugh’s Cut 500g $79

Cast Iron Braised Chicken Supreme Served with confit garlic and spinach spatzle and almond rhubarb salad. $37 Lamb Shoulder Two Share MUST TRY 1kg braised Canterbury merino lamb shoulder served with peas, carrots, roast goose fat potatoes, mint sauce and jus. $82 Braised Lamb Croquettes (Brasserie Menu) Pulled braised lamb encompassed in bread crumbs and served with aioli and mint sauce, a cult favourite! $14

Gold Standard Carrot Cake Yoghurt sorbet, sesame brittle. $16 Cambridge Burnt Cream A crowd favourite served with berry compote and an almond tuile. $15 01 — You’ll need help with the mighty Butcher’s Board! 02 — Not feeling like steak? Tackle the delicious Ora King Salmon 03 — Relax in the warm, welcoming atmosphere 04 — A first-class dining experience

Little Bits Warmed (Brasserie Menu) Croquettes, olives, nuts & pork bits, salami & prosciutto, toasted ciabatta, cornichons & pearl onions. $35 Jamaican Me Crazy Chicken Burger Jerked chicken, rum pineapple, bacon and mango yoghurt salsa. $19

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Take a journey with Coriander’s Ethnic Indian Restaurant and immerse yourself in a truly unique culinary experience. With an extensive and varied menu, customers can expect to enjoy only the finest in Indian cuisine. Coriander’s caters for most dietary requirements, with plenty of options for vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free and vegan customers. With four stunning locations to choose from, enjoying a beautiful Indian meal at Coriander’s has never been easier. Their St Asaph Street and Rolleston locations offer BYO and all four Coriander’s locations are fully licensed with an extensive drinks menu. For those wanting to experience Coriander’s from home, takeaway is available from all four restaurants with a tasty 10% discount. Visit corianders.co.nz where you can order takeaways, book a table, view the full menu and check out their locations. You can even preorder your lunch so it is waiting and ready to eat when you arrive at Coriander’s!

MENU SAMPLER Butter Chicken The most popular Indian dish, cooked in a mild butter sauce with a touch of fenugreek. Gluten free. $21 Chicken Tikka Masala Marinated chicken tikka cooked in the Tandoor then prepared in the pan with a selection of spices and cream. Gluten free. $21 Bombay Chicken Diced chicken fillets cooked in a vegetable gravy with freshly ground herbs and spices, cream and fresh coriander. Gluten free. $22 Mango Chicken Chicken cooked in an aromatic mango sauce, then tempered with cream, herbs and spices. Gluten free. $21 Balti Dansak Chicken Chicken pieces simmered with black lentils. Tempered with vegetable gravy, herbs and spices and cream. Gluten free. Dairy free available on request. $22 Chicken Do Payaza Cubes of chicken tossed with chunks of onion, in a vegetable gravy along with herbs and spices and cream. Gluten free. $22 Vegetable Jalfrezee Vegetables cooked with herbs and spices, coconut milk and capsicum. Gluten free. Vegan available on request. $17

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Vegetable Korma Vegetables cooked with homemade cheese simmered in a creamy sauce. $18

Lamb Rogan Josh Lamb cooked with aromatic cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, coriander and garam masala. Gluten free. Dairy free available on request. $23 Lamb Vindaloo Diced lamb chunks cooked with freshly ground spices, vinegar, capsicum and herbs. An all-time favourite hot dish. Gluten free. Dairy free available on request. $23 Lamb Posht Tender cubes of lamb sautéed in onions, garlic, ginger, fresh coriander and tomato, then cooked with poppy seeds and spices. Gluten free. $24 Palak Paneer Homemade cottage cheese cooked in a spinach gravy with fresh tomatoes, herbs and spices, then finished with cream. Gluten free. $18 Goa Fish Malabari A classic Goan specialty. Gurnard fish cooked in a creamy sauce with ginger, garlic, vinegar and capsicum. Gluten free. $24 01 — Coriander’s offers a wide range of dishes 02 — Butter Chicken and a fluffy naan – the classic! 03 — Piquant spices and herbs are carefully selected 04 — Enjoy sensational fare straight from the tandoor

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Situated in a historic turn-of-the-century villa, Dux Dine provides a variety of welcoming, comfortable spaces in which to enjoy their vegetarian and seafood fare, the excellence of which saw them win The Press People’s Choice Award in the Christchurch Hospitality Awards in 2014 and 2015.

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Whether it’s to be dinner for two, a group celebration, a morning coffee, or meeting friends for lunch, it’s the perfect spot; perhaps drop in for their afternoon snacks and platters menu and enjoy a bite with a glass from their proudly 100% New Zealand still wine list. Not big on wine? Dip into the many craft beer options or their Fresh Juice Daily instead.

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Three separate areas offer a mood to suit; dine inside, outside or in their beautiful, fully enclosed or open conservatory, depending on the weather. They are proud to work with local, family-owned fishing boats and fish mongers. Where possible, they will accommodate different tastes and dietary requirements. Go for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Groups, Outdoor Area

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Hot Smoked Akaroa Salmon Poached eggs,

toasted foccacia, wilted spinach and hollandaise sauce. (GF) $19

Seafood Chowder SIGNATURE DISH Creamy

roux with fresh smoked fish, clams, mussels and calamari with toasted focaccia. $17 DINNER

Akaroa Salmon Parsnip and carrot confit, fried

caperberries, roasted tomato, lemon butter sauce. (GF) $35

Line-Caught Groper MUST TRY Seared skin on with cannellini bean mash, salsa verde, fresh greens. (GF, DF) $35

Pea + Halloumi Fritters Gazpacho sauce, creme fraiche, baby minted potatoes, rocket. (GF) $29

Crispy Tofu Red Curry Jasmine rice, bean shoots, yellow rock sugar, coconut cream, coriander, seasonal vegetables, fried shallots, medium spice. (GF, DF, V) $28

Aromatic Mussels Steamed in Marlborough 28 Riccarton Road, Riccarton 03 348 1436 duxdine.co.nz

chardonnay with fresh chilli, coriander, garlic, lemon. (GF, DF) 9 for $19/18 and fries for $33

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FIDDLESTICKS NEW ZEALAND

Sophisticated, sociable and relaxed, Fiddlesticks is a distinctive restaurant and bar offering an inviting atmosphere in which to while away some time. Watch the streetside activity of the beautifully restored arts precinct while soaking up the ambience in front of a roaring outdoor fire in the well-sheltered courtyard, or join friends in one of the intimate indoor dining spaces. Providing inseason, sensational local fare, the talented kitchen crew offer up a menu of beautifully cooked tasters and intriguing meals. Fiddlesticks is the perfect place to kick back and unwind in the heart of the city, directly opposite the Christchurch Art Gallery.

MENU SAMPLER BREAKFAST

Bloody Mary Brioche Bacon, pickled slaw, sautéed potatoes, relish $17.5 Corned Beef Hash Poached egg, caramelised shallot, tomato relish $19 Ricotta and Pumpkin Hotcakes Maple syrup, cinnamon cream, berry compote $17 Big Breakfast Gourmet sausages, bacon, tomatoes, mushrooms, eggs, ciabatta $24 TASTE

Duck and Chicken Liver Parfait Raspberry, piccalilli, crostini $16.50 Corned Beef Croquette Mustard sauce and sauerkraut $16

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Angus Eye Fillet 200g Rosti, pea crush, mustard square $45 Canterbury Lamb Shoulder Carrot, asparagus, saffron potato and mint $33.50 Chicken Supreme Corn, courgette, quinoa, chimichurri $32 FIDDLESTICKS FEATURE FEAST

Bespoke shared feast for two MUST TRY Ever changing, constantly evolving … add any two sides POA DESSERT

Salted Caramel Delice Passionfruit, pistachio crisp, popcorn $17 Earl Grey Tea Parfait Date, brandy snap and rose $16 Rosewater Brulee Rhubarb ice cream and almond biscotti $15 01 — Enjoy sociable and relaxed dining 02 — Fiddlesticks Feature Feast for Two 03 — Salted Caramel Delice

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THE HAPPENING BAR & KITCHEN EUROPEAN

The elegant space that is The Happening offers outstanding hospitality in the central city, handy to the Isaac Theatre Royal and New Regent Street. Inside, you’ll experience outstanding dining in a luxury setting, with exceptional service to match, with everything locally sourced wherever possible – you’ll find Canterbury lamb, beef and salmon on the menu – an all New Zealand experience under one roof. Their European-menu with a twist always inspires and delights, and includes plenty of gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian options. It’s all complemented with fine New Zealand wines, award-winning regional craft beers on tap, and no fewer than 53 blends of tea! Drop in for brunch, lunch or dinner, or share High Tea with 2 or 3 friends for just $60 total.

cucumber and fennel radish and horseradish mayonnaise $17.5

MENU SAMPLER

Canterbury Lamb Rolled Canterbury lamb shoulder, kumara rosti, green beans, Dilmah peppermint and ceylon cinnamon tea jubs and Cabernet Sauvignon jus $35

ENTRÉE

Kuro King Prawns and Scallops Charcoal bamboo panko coated prawns, scallops sautéed in white wine cream sauce with capsicum and onion salsa with lemon lime citrus $18 Beetroot and Feta Tortlette Mesclun salad and balsamic glaze $16.5 Source Salmon Gravlax Salmon cured with Cardrona Valley Gin, pickled

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Happening Board Selection of meats and local fish, marinated vegetables, onion preserve, crisp bark, oatcakes and cheese straw $32 MAIN COURSE

Happening Francesinha SIGNATURE DISH A dish inspired from Portugal – sirloin steak, chorizo, smoked bacon and smoked cheese in a garlic butter toasted focaccia, topped with a fried free range egg, beer buttered sauce $35 Saffron Rice Rice with textures of vegetables $27 Angling Market fish of the day, sautéed spinach, green beans and kumara rosti $35

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01 Tuck into some delicious fare 02 Fine NZ wine and craft beers on tap 03 Relax with good food and good company 04 Satisfy your sweet tooth

Caramel Cheesecake Warm dark chocolate sauce, spiced apple crumble, ice cream $16 Coconut and Lime Manderea Lemon curd and lemon sorbet $15.5

165 Gloucester Street, Central City 03 261 9114 thehappening.co.nz

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KUM PUN THAI RESTAURANT THAI

Now re-open after spectacular renovations, Kum Pun Thai offers intimate dining and the traditional tastes of Thailand in a relaxed environment. With chefs from a number of different regions in Thailand on board, they’re able to offer a wide variety of food and flavours, and the menu of delicious Thai classics and sensational house specialties truly has something for everyone. Gather friends or family for a memorable dinner or pop in for lunch during the week for just $12! Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5pm until late and for lunch Monday to Friday 11:30am until 2:30pm. Kum Pun Thai are passionate about sharing the flavours and culture of Thailand ... book today! Go for: Lunch, Dinner, Family Friendly, Groups, Relaxed and Casual

MENU SAMPLER ENTREES

Fresh Spring Roll (V) Fresh vegetable and tofu wrap in rice pastry accompanied with KP hoy sin sauce. $9.50 Kum Pun Sea Star MUST TRY Tender minced chicken wonton sitting in Thai red curry sauce. $12 Tom Yum Prawn Traditional sour and spicy soup with chilies, lemon juice, galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves and mushrooms. $16 MAINS

Massaman Lamb Shank SIGNATURE DISH Slow braised lamb shank with sweet potato mash and crispy noodles. $34 Choo Chee (GF) Bangkok-style king prawns cooked with choo chee sauce, kaffir lime leaves, chilies and coconut milk. $32 Chili & Basil Duck Deep fried duck sautéed with garlic, chilies and basil. $28 Garlic & Black Pepper Lamb Special sauce, ground black pepper and fried garlic. $28 Num Tok Beef (GF) Grilled rib eye fillet with chilies, coriander, mint, red onion and cracked rice. $28

73 Victoria Street, City Centre 03 365 5494 kumpunthai.com

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KUMO JAPANESE CUISINE JAPANESE

Kumo is located in the heart of Addington, central to business centres and trendy bars, and a short hop from the CBD. Choose to eat sushi straight from the (city’s only!) sushi train or have delicious traditional Japanese dishes a la carte. Artistic dishes invite you to eat with your eyes and tempt your tastebuds, while friendly staff and a stylish atmosphere complete your dining experience. Once you’ve had a taste of what Kumo offers, it will become an addiction!

Namban Chicken Deep fried chicken pieces, served on lettuce with Japanese style tartar sauce and sweet and sour sauce. $22.50

Go for: Lunch, Dinner, Family Friendly, Groups, Entertainment

Appetizer A selection of Takoyaki, Ebimayo and Edamame.

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Entree Assorted Sashimi, Beef Tataki, Assorted Sushi Platter.

Grilled Salmon with Miso Aioli Sauce We choose the best quality fresh King Salmon daily; it’s cooked with the traditional Japanese method, and topped with Chef’s special Miso Aioli Sauce. $22 Kumo’s Special Roll Tempura prawn wrapped with salmon and scallop, served with mayo and Chef’s special sauce. $21

Buta Kakuni SIGNATURE DISH Tender braised pork belly cooked with Chef’s special sauce. $23.50 Matcha Tiramisu Traditional Japanese green tea tiramisu served with vanilla ice cream. $10.50 Set Dinner Menu Minimum order for 2 people, $40 per person:

Main Course A combination of Namban Chicken and Buta Kakuni.

01 Kumo has the city’s only sushi train 02 Scampi Nigiri 03 Try the set dinner menu for tasty variety 04 Ebimayo

Ebimayo MUST TRY Two pieces of deep fried prawn with fruity mayo and chilli sauce. $7.50 Hotate Bata Three pieces of juicy scallop grilled with soy butter sauce served on lemon slices. $14.50

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LU LU’S BAR AND EATERY The Christchurch hospitality scene welcomes Lu Lu’s Bar and Eatery, a unique business dedicated to serving up Māori-infused kai with a twist. Peruse the menu – available in both English and Te Reo – which pays homage to local New Zealand produce from the farm, garden and sea including pāua from the Chatham Islands, Māori sourdough bread and hāngi-style kūmara bites. Round up the whānau and tuck into Lu Lu’s delectable fare.

Rongo’s Crop Goats cheese and porcini mousse, truffle crumb and the selection of beetroot and needle mushroom salad. $12 TE MOANA (THE SEA)

Native Nachos Crispy parāoa chips to dip in a bowl of creamed Chatham pāua and karengo. $22 Tangaroa’s Platter Selection of shellfish mussels, tuatua, pipis pappardelle, flat leaf parsley, cherry tomatoes, pecorino. $25

Go for: Unique Māori cuisine.

TE KĀINGA (THE HOME)

MENU SAMPLER

Taniwha Tacos Mussel fritter, homemade thousand island and karengo mayo. $20

KAI ITI (SMALL PLATES)

Pork n Watercress Croquettes Shredded pork bone meat infused with watercress, gribiche and celeriac slaw. $15 Rēwena Reuben Sandwich Mustard pastrami sauerkraut, corned beef Swiss cheese, homemade Lu Lu’s spicy sauce on toasted rēwena sourdough with fries. $15 TE MĀRA (THE GARDEN)

Hāngi Style Kūmara Bites MUST TRY Smoked mānuka hāngi style kūmara mixed with halloumi, red onion, chives, finished with sweet pickled cucumber and shallots. $12

KAI NUI (BIG PLATES)

Mīti and Rīwai Dry-rubbed 250g grass-fed ribeye, herb-infused Māori potatoes, porcini mushroom butter. Eggs optional. $25 Pōrangi Chicken SIGNATURE DISH Brined chicken with a ‘nutty’ twist. Sweet butternut pumpkin puree, edamame beans, shaved asparagus, hazelnut and red radish sprout salad. GF $20

01 A relaxed and sociable dining environment 02 Pork n Watercress Croquettes 03 Pōrangi Chicken 04 Native Nachos

PURINI (DESSERT)

Holy Purini! Hokey pokey cheesecake with mānuka honeycomb and butterscotch sauce. $15 Pīnati & Cream Vanilla panna cotta, peanut and pecan brittle, kawakawa syrup. $15

31 Victoria Street, Central City 03 261 4044 Find them on Facebook

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MIRO

CAFÉ/RESTAURANT

Brainchild of hospitality genius Francesca Voza (of Francesca’s Italian Kitchen), and inhabiting the stunning refurbished Midland Building, previously home to Christchurch favourite, Caffe Roma, is Miro. Their menu offers restaurant style brunch, lunch and dinner with a contemporary twist, with vegan options available as well as barista-made Allpress coffee, a selection of teas and breakfast cocktails for that extra morning pick-me-up.

MENU SAMPLER BREAKFAST COCKTAILS

Cereal Killer Woodford Reserve Bourbon, cereal infused milk, vanilla syrup, bitters. $15 Bloody Mary Broken Shed Vodka, house spiced tomato juice, celery, bacon salt rim. $15 BOWLS

Acai Bowl MUST TRY With banana, granola, raisins, kiwifruit. DF V $17 Smoothie Bowl With raw cacao, banana, chocolate granola, peanut butter, chia seeds. V $17 EGGS

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Portobello Mushrooms With garlic and thyme, smashed avocado, goats cheese, panko crumbed egg, grilled sourdough. V $22 Eggs Benedict With spinach, zesty hollandaise, potato and leek cakes. Cressy Farm smoked bacon $22 Hot smoked salmon $24 Croque Madame Brioche, Swiss cheese, prosciutto, fried egg. $20 FAVOURITES

Miro Health Board Green smoothie with banana, spinach, avocado, almond milk. Raglan coconut yoghurt, granola, Manuka honey, seasonal fruit. Broad beans, avocado, sheep feta, mint and lemon on multigrain toast. $24

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Slow Cooked Beef Cheek With potato and leek cake, gremolata. $26 FROM THE CHARCOAL GRILL

Salmon Fillet With rocket, baby beetroots, orange, cucumber, almond, balsamic dressing. $35 Wagyu Burger 200g Canterbury grain-fed beef with caramelised onions, roasted garlic aioli, New Zealand gouda cheese and hand-cut chips. $29 SWEET

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RED ELEPHANT THAI

Red Elephant offers a warm welcome and authentic Thai cuisine from Sukhothai province, with a wide range of dishes made with fresh, locally-grown herbs and produce. Three course set menus for 4 people or more start from $30 – great value for your large group or function!

Lamb Shank Mussamun SIGNATURE DISH With Mussamum sauce, potato chunks and onions GF $27 Chiang Mai Pork Slow braised in hung-lae sauce $26 Yum Red Elephant Shing-shang fish, cashews, deep fried prawns, fish fillet, squid, mussel and Thai salad $31

egg and seasonal vegetables $24 NOODLE DISHES

02 — Lamb Shank Mussamun

Pad Thai Traditional Thai rice noodles with egg, vegetables, crushed peanuts and garnished with bean sprouts $24

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CURRIES

Spicy Drunken Noodle Flat rice noodle with basil, garlic, chilli, young corn pepper, bamboo shoot and vegetables $24

Money Bags Deep fried crispy pastry stuffed with shrimp, corn, peas and surimi $10.50

Panang Curry With pumpkin, mushroom, capsicum, onions GF $24.50

King Prawn Stir Fried Flat Noodles Flat noodles with black soy sauce, seasonal vegetables and egg $27

Curry Puffs Pastry puffs stuffed with a mild potato, kumara and pumpkin curry $10.50

Massamun With star anise, cinnamon, potatoes, peanuts and onions GF $24.50

STIR FRIED

Satay Chicken Deep fried marinated chicken with peanut sauce $9.50

RICE DISHES

Stir Fried Black Pepper and Garlic Chicken, pork or beef with black pepper garlic $24.50

Red Elephant Fried Rice Chef’s special fried rice with pineapple and King Prawns garnished with cashew nuts and vegetables $28

Country Style Spices Chicken, pork or beef with kra-chai, young corn pepper, broccoli, kaffir lime leaves, capsicum, coconut milk $24.50

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SPECIALTY DISHES

Roasted Duck Red Curry With tomato, pineapple, capsicum, grapes, broccoli and kaffir lime leaf GF $32

Fried Rice Chicken, pork or beef with

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5 Pilgrim Place, Sydenham 03 377 1122 redelephant.co.nz

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SISTER KONG MODERN CHINESE

Sister Kong is inspired by Hong Kong eats and late-night Chinatown cocktail bars in New York. They obsess about bao, doing whatever it takes to make the best bao burgers you’ll ever see. These guys did their homework – travelling to Hong Kong and Taipei to see what it takes to make the best bao burgers you can find. Go for: Dinner, Cocktails, Late Night Dining, Relaxed and Casual, Groups

MENU SAMPLER Bubble and Squeak Dumplings (6) (VG, DF, V) Lentil, kumara, spinach and corn with coconut curry sauce. $12 Panda Express Wings MUST TRY (GF, DF) House made sticky orange chicken wings on rice. $15 Szechuan Calamari (GF) Salt and szechuan pepper calamari with sweet chilli aioli and burnt lemon. $15 Charred Corn (GF, VG, DF, V) Charred sweet corn, caramelised onion coconut cream, coriander and fried shallots with togarashi crisps. $10 Prawn Chrystal Har Gow (4) (GF) Steamed prawn dim sum in a crystal skin. $12 MC Bao Mac SIGNATURE DISH Two all beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles and onions on a Taiwanese steamed bun. $14 Zingy Chicken Bao Fried chicken thigh, bok choy slaw, pickled green tomato with honey harissa. $17 Tempura Pumpkin (VG, V) Tempura pumpkin, miso edamame spread, toasted sunflower seeds, charred cabbage and sweet soy. $15

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Sake Miso Cured Salmon (GF, DF) Miso cured salmon, shaved cucumber, radish, pickled onion, coriander and black rice. $20 Filipino Mixed Salad (GF, VG, N, V) Baby cos, carrots, bean sprouts, glass noodles, pickled veg, coriander, fresh herbs, crushed peanuts with chilli lime. $18 THE SWEET STUFF

Cheesecake (VG, GF) Decadent cheesecake prepared by their talented pastry chef. $10 Forbidden Rice Pudding (GF, VG, DF, V) Coconut cream and seasonal fruit. $10 01 — Enjoy a treat from their fantastic cocktail menu

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SPAGALIMIS PIZZERIA & BAR PIZZA

Spagalimis Pizzeria and Bar is the oldest restaurant in Christchurch. Visit them for a meal or just a drink in the historic Ironside house, built in 1899. With their menu of 39 delicious pizzas and a full bar and cocktails available, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck area or book their private dining room for your next function. Go for: Lunch, Dinner, Family Friendly, Relaxed and Casual, Outdoor Area

MENU SAMPLER STARTERS

Spags Chips Seasoned chips cooked in 100% vegetable oil, served with Spag’s sweet and sour sauce. $9.50 Polenta Chips Polenta chips served with garlic aioli. $9.50 Vegetable Delights Bite sized filo wraps filled with veges and a hint of peanut! Served with sweet Thai chilli sauce. 12 filo wraps per serve. $8.90 SALADS

Caprese Salad A simple Italian salad. Tomato, sliced mozzarella, and basil. Served with a side of balsamic vinegar. $15.90 PIZZA

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Apricot Chicken A delicious combination of chicken, tomato, mushrooms, celery, topped off with Spag’s homemade apricot sauce. Hard to beat! Small $12.90 Medium $18 Large $26.90 Margherita Freshly sliced tomatoes, sauce and cheese topped with a sprinkle of sweet basil. Small $11.50 Medium $16.50 Large $25.50 Spags Special SIGNATURE DISH Our all time favourite! Bacon, pepperoni, sliced onions, freshly sliced tomato and mushrooms. World Famous! Small $12.90 Medium $18 Large $26.90 Smoked Salmon Fresh Akaroa Smoked Salmon, cream cheese, finished with lemon juice and a sprinkling of chives. Small $13.50 Medium $18.50 Large $27.50

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Lime Chicken MUST TRY Shredded chicken breast doused in lime infused olive oil topped with capsicum, red onions, and mild red peppers. Served with a wedge of fresh lime. $27.50 Venison Wild venison served with kalamata olives, red onion, feta, roasted garlic, and topped with plum sauce and parsley. $27.50 01 — The Lime Chicken is pizza taken to the next level! 02 — Relax outside with your meal or drinks on the sunny deck 03 — Big groups, family gatherings, or dinner for two; Spag’s has got you covered 04 — Enjoy the ambience of historic Ironside House

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THAI ORCHID THAI | CAFÉ & BAR

Great food, great feeling! Long established at the Hagley Park end of Riccarton Road, the Thai Orchid Restaurant has been a city classic and goto favourite for over 29 years. New owners bring a fresh warm welcome and fresh new extensive menu. Over 60 years of traditional Thai cooking experience in the kitchen ensures some of the best Thai food you will find anywhere. Whether it’s a simple Thai rice, noodle dish, stir-fried classic, Kiwi -Thai fusion dishes or the sophistication of original 300-year-old Thai recipes, Thai Orchid have something for all tastes. Sit indoors or outside in the charming garden courtyard – waterfall, music, atmosphere! It’s the perfect place to relax for the afternoon and feel good into the evening. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

MENU SAMPLER STARTERS: (PERFECT WITH THAI BEER, SINGHA OR CHANG)

Mixed Appetiser – Spring rolls, puffs, wontons, fish cakes, chicken satays $9.50 See Long Moo Op – Thai-style pork spare ribs $9.50 Goong Tod – King Prawns deep fried coated with coconut crumbs $14.50 Tom Yum – Famous Thai Soup $14.50 MAINS: (PERFECT WITH WINE AND BUBBLES)

Gaeng Kio Waan – Thai green chicken curry $21.50 Pad Peanut Sauce – Popular Thai stir fry $21.50 Pla Lui Saun – Crispy fish fillets with aromatic Thai herbs $25 Pad Phed – Traditional spicy stir fry – perfect chicken dish $21.50 — 01 —

Lamb Shank – Mixed with yummy Mussaman Curry $26 Sizzling Beef – Tender beef sizzling right to the table $26 Ped Thai Orchid SIGNATURE DISH - Crispy duck, cashew nuts and lots of love! $32 Spicy Lemon Salmon MUST TRY – Sensational Thai flavours bring out the WOW factor! $34 DESSERT: (ALL SERVED WITH ICE-CREAM)

Sticky Mango – Delicious mango with sweet sticky rice dripping with coconut cream – YUM! $14.50 Honey Banana – Deep fried honey banana $11.50 01 — Warm smiles welcome you into the Thai Orchid

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UNIVERSO BRASSERIE & BAR INTERNATIONAL

Equal parts edgy Euro-chic and sun-drenched tropical escape, Universo Brasserie & Bar in the Christchurch Art Gallery sets the scene for a gourmand experience you’ll be hard pressed to forget. With a tastebud seducing seasonal menu made using the freshest local produce and expertly crafted by head chef Mark Wilson, there is a raft of tempting dishes for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, including tasty cabinet fare. Open from 9am seven days and with live music on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons, Universo strikes the balance between elegant sophistication and casual cool.

MENU SAMPLER BRUNCH MENU

Fried Brioche With passionfruit curd, meringue, poached fruit, vanilla panna cotta. $17 Venison Pan-fried venison liver, bacon, onion gravy, potato cake. $20 Pork Belly With crisp potato, kimchi, spinach and a fried egg. $20 QUICK LUNCH

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Blood Orange and Gin Cured Akaroa Salmon With pickled beets, cucumber, squid ink coral. (GF, DF) $18 Grilled Spring Asparagus MUST TRY Crumbed duck, egg, serrano ham, truffle. (GF) $22 LARGE PLATES

Lamb Rump Shallot puree, peas, carrot, pistachios and Parisian potato. (GF, DF) $38 Seafood Veloute Poached mussels, salmon, clams, prawns and garlic baguette. (GF) $38 TO SHARE

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Pear Tarte Tatin With honey ice cream, chocolate hazelnut sauce. (For 2) (GF) $22 Black Forest Chocolate Nemesis With chocolate mousse, cherry and black Doris plum ice cream. (GF) $18 01 — Sun-drenched surrounds await 02 — Blood Orange and Gin Cured Akaroa Salmon 03 — Black Forest Chocolate Nemesis 04 — Universo Beast Board

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RAISING THE BAR

Those who like to imbibe in swank surrounds where exotic cocktail lists meet craft beers, fine Kiwi wines and savvy service are in for a treat, with Christchurch rocking some seriously swishy bar action. You’ll find the slinky, speakeasy cool of O.G.B resplendently housed in the grand, sandstone glory of the iconic, heritage-listed Old Government Building that’s perched on the corner of Cathedral Square. Look for the mint, Bugsy Malone-style Austin out front to discover retro-hip bar staff rocking suspenders and bowlers dispensing classic cocktails, craft beers and Kiwi wines for a night of old-skool magic. Historic New Regent Street is home to The Last Word, an intimate and beautiful whisky, cocktail lounge and bar where you can enjoy a fine selection of craft beers, New Zealand wines and a wealth of hand-picked whiskies. The rebirth of pre-quake fave Fat Eddie’s on Oxford Terrace offers toe-tapping live jazz and blues every night in an old-skool atmosphere and with some excellent snacks and drinks. Downstairs, sister venue Kong serves up some of the city’s finest

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cocktails amidst 1930s Art Deco decor and a definite air of sophistication. On Poplar Street, four-bar venue Dux Central consists of London-esque craft beer-topia Brew Bar, the swank sophistication of the Emerald Room next door, 1920s speakeasy-fuelled cocktails and swagger at neighbouring The Poplar Social Club and the upstairs king hit that is The Upper Dux’s funky sun-drenched/after-dark space, featuring a deck with serious attitude. Just a stone’s throw away is the ultra-hip wine bar Not Without You, which proudly serves New Zealand wine, craft beer and food. Across the road and tucked up an unassuming High Street alley you’ll find the pimped up industrial chic of Strange & Co, complete with a bohemian bricked courtyard. Bringing some super-slick sophistication to The Terrace is Terrace Tavern, part of the Dux Group. For an international flavour head to St Asaph Street, where you can traverse the neighbouring charms of Baretta’s classy slice of Italy and the precision pimped Geisha elegance of Japanese-themed Empire, where an expansive bar rocking Shogun chic with an industrial edge joins premium Japanese whiskies and sakes.

DRINKING 01 Universo Brasserie & Bar 02 Baretta 03 Stranges Lane 04 Terrace Tavern 05 Lu Lu’s Bar & Eatery 06 Sister Kong

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Sister Kong sisterkong.co.nz Little Neighbourhood littleneighbourhood.co.nz

Down Victoria Street you’ll find late-night fave The Dirty Land, a dark and broody lounge bar fusing a moody aesthetic with an industrial edge. Nearby Louis Craft Seafood & Champagne offers some next-level sophistication where fine French champagne reigns supreme down a trendy laneway, while sibling venue Red Light District channels opium den cool with access via a drycleaning shop and Sister Kong rocks some fierce cocktails in a Hong Kong cool fitout. Almost opposite, Little Neighbourhood’s garden bar-style haunt is specifically designed to maximise your enjoyment, while neighbouring Boo Radley’s is a bourbon lover’s paradise. Keep an eye out for King of Snake’s equal measures of chic sophistication and rockstar swag. Housed in the contemporary cool of the Christchurch Art Gallery, Universo Brasserie & Bar is equal edgy-Euro chic and sunny tropical escape with a drinks list that’s off the charts. And across the road you’ll find Fiddlesticks Restaurant & Bar, a sophisticated haunt that serves up an array of great fare and excellent tipple. At Carlton Courts, Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar serves up live jazz, an international wine selection

and seriously tasty eats in intimate surrounds that could easily pass for Melbourne, Barcelona or Berlin. Gin palace WHET Drinking Room on Cambridge Terrace stocks no fewer than 151 gins and also features among its frosty fitout a handy ice bar, which keeps your drink cool while you deliberate over the gins. While we’re on the topic of gin, Botanic, on The Terrace, have their very own Gin & Tonic Lab that boasts eight designer G&T options on the Lab’s Signature Serves, marrying top-shelf gins (think Elephant, Sacred Spring, Four Pillars, Wild Diamond and Hendrick’s) with full-throttled flavours of fresh lemongrass, pomegranate, thyme-speared raspberries, red chilli and more! Ralph Lauren glamour is the order of the day at the Polo Bar (Hotel Montreal), where you can lounge in the cosy interior amidst polo paraphernalia or soak up the rays in the lush garden bar over a spot of croquet, while Bloody Mary’s (Rydges Latimer) whisky lounge is perfect for a nightcap in the plush surrounds, and the slinky Rogues of Rotherham works a detox/retox angle with their killer cocktails along with secret sibling venue Sneaky’s.

Boo Radley’s booradleys.co.nz King of Snake kingofsnake.co.nz Universo Brasserie & Bar universo.co.nz Vesuvio vesuvio.co.nz WHET Drinking Room whet.co.nz Polo Bar hotelmontreal.co.nz Bloody Mary’s bloodymarys.co.nz Rogues of Rotherham roguesbar.co.nz

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Havens for fine fare based on old-skool classics (albeit stepped up a level), chill surrounds that quite often feature tranquil courtyards and/or beer gardens, live music and unpretentious ambience, Christchurch’s gastropubs are worthy of exploration. In Victoria Street you’ll find The Bog, an Irish bar and restaurant offering a range of hearty Irish classics and retaining all the traditions of the classic Irish pub while also adding modern advantages. It’s a short jaunt from here down to the Carlton Bar & Eatery, the purpose-built post-quake version of an iconic bar and restaurant that has long been part of the Christchurch scene. Towards the east of the central city, Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn is the city’s original free house, and home to no fewer than 31 taps of New Zealand and international craft beer, but they do some awesome eats too – sharing plates, burgers and larger meals well worth getting stuck into. And in Armagh Street you’ll find Trenches

Restaurant & Bar, which can look after you whether you’re craving home-style cooking, soul-satisfying bar snacks, a chargrilled steak or simply a cold pint of your favourite beer. Make a beeline for The Terrace, where you’ll find Terrace Tavern, a modern watering hole overlooking the Avon. Take in the Eurosophistication of the digs and peruse their extensive range of beverages. Continue up to The Craft Embassy, an award-winning bar and restaurant that has 30 taps of independent craft beer on offer, or tuck into their delicious range of dishes. North of the city in Edgeware, Bailies Bar and Restaurant is a chilled-out spot that’s the perfect place for a quiet drink after work, drinks before dinner or a big night out with friends. You won’t want to miss Merivale’s No.4 Bar & Restaurant and its epic courtyard and tasty fare, or the craft beer perfection of Nelson-brewed beers and ciders on tap at Merivale Sprig & Fern Tavern, which also does a fine sideline in killer pizzas. Be

01 Let the good times roll at The Pedal Pusher in Addington. 02 You’ll find Protocol at the foot of the Cashmere Hills. 03 The Brewers is a friendly tavern in the heart of Merivale. 04 Beer gardens don’t get better than No.4 Bar & Restaurant. 05 For an Irish fix get down to The Bog.

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sure to hit up The Brewers, a friendly and unpretentious tavern where great food, beverages and service awaits. South of the city in Sydenham, they take food as seriously as they do beer at Belgian Beer Café Torenhof – Belgium’s best craft beers on tap are matched with New Zealand’s best produce amidst the 1920s style fitout, with the kitchen turning out seriously good European classics. Don’t miss the Belgian-style mussels! Situated at the foot of the Cashmere Hills is Protocol. Enjoy the super sunny courtyard over a refreshing beverage and some great food off the newly revamped menu. And in Woolston you’ll find The Brewery at The Tannery, with its own craft beers and some seriously good pizzas. In the city’s west, you’ll find The Pedal Pusher down Lincoln Road, which offers up friendly service, great beer and wine, and regular meal specials, while across the way is the legendary Irish pub Sulllivans – home of the World’s Largest Glass of Beer, as well as a great range of international beverages and a tasty menu of

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traditional Irish fare. There’s more Irish pub goodness at The Craic Irish Bar in Riccarton; you’ll find a great menu and entertainment five nights a week. Further out into the suburbs, Merrin Street Brewery Bar at Avonhead Mall offers the legendary hospitality of the West Coast, with exceptional gastropub fare alongside Monteith’s famous range of craft beers. To the east, O’Sheas Public House in Shirley is a warm and welcoming Kiwi local with a strong Irish theme. In the Heathcote Valley, the Valley Inn Tavern continues a 130-year tradition of hospitality with its relaxing courtyard, great food, courtesy van, and big screens for the big game. If you’re out in Lincoln, make sure you hit up The Flaming Rabbit, a super rad bar and eatery – peep their Baby Back Ribs!

Bailies bailiesbar.co.nz No.4 Bar & Restaurant no4bar.co.nz Merivale Sprig & Fern Tavern sprigandferntaverns.co.nz Belgian Beer Café Torenhof belgianbeercafe.net.nz Protocol protocoloncolombo.co.nz The Brewery casselsandsonsbrewing.co.nz The Pedal Pusher thepedalpusher.co.nz Sullivans FB/SullivansIrishPub Merrin Street Brewery Bar monteithsmerrin.co.nz O’Shea’s Public House osheas.co.nz Valley Inn Tavern valleyinntavern.co.nz The Flaming Rabbit flamingrabbit.nz

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VERY CRAFTY Christchurch is home to numerous craft beer venues and brewers, increasingly making it a hop-head heaven!

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Craft breweries doing the business in Christchurch include Three Boys Brewery (one of the country’s major craft beer success stories, with its own brewery door in Woolston), Raindogs Brewing Co., Eagle Brewing NZ, Harrington’s Breweries, Wigram Brewing Company, Fiasco Brewing Company, Two Thumb Brewing Co., Eruption Brewing, Ghost Brewing Company, and many more. Break away from the same ol’ same ol’ and expand your own beer horizons by getting into local brews at beer bastions around the city. At Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn (or Pom’s to those in the know) they continue mid-19th Century brewery traditions established by their building’s original owners, Wards Brewery, and like to mix things up at the heritage site with their own Pomeroy’s craft beer on tap, served alongside some of the country’s top boutique and craft brews (including numerous seasonal and limited run varieties) and international stars. Nelson-based craft brewing legends Sprig & Fern opened their first Christchurch location in Merivale for their popular chain of brew pubs; visit to enjoy all 18 craft beers and ciders of their 100 percent natural range, as well as fantastic meals and snacks. You’ll find craft beers from all around the world and a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy them at Riccarton’s Volstead Trading Company – theirs is one of the widest selections available in the city. Pre-quake, the legendary Dux de Lux was already world famous in Christchurch for their own craft brews, and they’ve only doubled down on their reputation as a serious beer bar in their new digs at the Dux Central. At the aptly named Brew Bar, a true beer haven in their swish four-venue setup in the central city, you’ll find their own enduring favourites on tap, as well as a selection of nearly 200 other craft beers from New Zealand and around the world – it can be too hard to choose! Beer lovers will definitely find it worth making a little trip north to the satellite town of Kaiapoi to find CBK, the Craft Bar & Kitchen – they curate a collection of some 60 of the country’s finest craft beers both on tap and by the bottle. Moon Under Water in Beckenham’s Somerfield Street is a dedicated craft beer bar, rotating 12

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taps of the finest craft brews, offering regular collaborations with local craft brewers and aiming for a genuinely welcoming feel inspired by European community pub traditions. Discover The Twisted Hop’s own outstanding hand-pulled English-style real ales in Woolston, with an ever-changing range of guest beers and ciders on tap keeping things fresh. In addition, they’ve got a wide range of further craft beers from New Zealand and overseas by the bottle or can. Harrington’s were New Zealand craft beer pioneers in the city even before the country’s craft beer renaissance, setting up their local brewery in 1991. Their brand new Taproom not only serves up their award-winning range of beers and ciders, but also a mouthwatering menu and a friendly, social space that’s perfect for enjoying their tasting trays or a delicious platter – and don’t forget to take some of your chosen brew home from their brewery door afterwards. And Garth Peterson’s passion project and beer-lovers’ haven in Sydenham, The Beer Library, offers the largest selection of craft beer available in the region, with a huge bottled selection, a tasting lounge/reading room, and a draft station for growler/rigger fills. Wigram Brewing Co’s greatest asset has always been its brewers. These dedicated

artisans are serious about their craft. Unashamed “beer nerds”, they walk, talk and philosophise beer. For them beer isn’t about shiny machinery and flashy marketing, it’s about understanding the relationship between yeast, hops, malt and water and getting beer styles balanced perfectly to produce the award-winning range they are known for. A tour and tasting at Wigram Brewing Co will help you understand the passion that goes on behind the brewing process and also bring you face to face with these experts, who are more than happy to yarn about beer history and why they brew what they do. Boasting 30 taps of independent craft beer, The Craft Embassy has become a popular haunt for those looking to sample exceptional craft beers in a super-slick fitout. Keep these on your craft beer radar, too: darkroom’s excellent range of national and international bottled craft beers, Cassels and Son’s popular gastropub hangout The Brewery at The Tannery, the garage-grunge-chic of Smash Palace, The Institution’s boutique craft beer haven with a speakeasy feel, and a sweet little selection at Victoria Street joint Boo Radley’s. You’ll also want to grab a rigger and hit craft beer fillery Punky Brewster.

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PARTY AT RALPH’S PLACE Fancy dropping in to Three Boys Brewery for a beer and a chat? Ralph Bungard tells What’s Hot Christchurch about their plans for offering customers just that, and what his picks are for the best beer and food match this summer. What’s new at Three Boys? We had a relatively good winter amongst all the hard work in hospo in the city, and now we’re looking forward to a great summer. We have a little bit of a buffer because of home consumption. It tends to be that people don’t stop buying what they like, they just choose where they buy it. In Christchurch there’s a bit of a lull because we are through the rebuild so there is less money sloshing around with consultants and contractors and now the second wave of hospo is starting up. But the city is starting to look cool, people are realising they

can go out again. We’ve been focused on looking after our local customers, making sure they get the best at the best value. We’ve been having a look at refurbishing the front of house, which we haven’t really touched since we moved here six years ago. We’ve had the fill station but now we have an on-licence so people can come in and buy a beer and drink it here. There’s a bit of building work to do. We will finish that in the new year and set it up. There’s a lot of that in the US. We don’t want it to turn into a pub, just keep it at operating hours. Also, providing food is a real pain for people like us so we are going to involve the local Woolston eateries – it will be the opposite of a normal BYO because you will bring your own food. You can grab Indian or Thai or fish ‘n’ chips and eat it here. It saves us the whole kitchen thing. It’s also more casual and looks after our friends locally. We will have menus onsite; you make your choice and phone it in. We’ve always got new beers on the go in the Brewer’s Reserve range – one-offs to experiment with among the core range. They’re a bit more unusual, hoppy pale ales that use unusual hops, like Zythos and El Dorado, both North American hops. We’ve got a couple of sour beers. This usually involves a type of yeast. Gose is our sour beer. It’s not only sour but also a bit salty. That style is from Leipzig, where the breweries used to get their water from the river, which was a bit salty. Another one is ‘kettle sour’, which uses bacteria similar to the ones used in yoghurt.

lager while you’re flipping the burgers. The Three Boys Lager has been a real hit for us, that uses German hops. How’s the cider coming along? I made it for a bit of fun but we launched a strawberry and rhubarb cider for Cup and Show Week. It works really well, it’s a great combination. What are the interesting trends in beer? Sour beers, also low alcohol – that’s a big thing for us, particularly over the next couple of months, where people want to be able to go out and still enjoy a few beers. Beer is a beautiful thirst-quenching drink and there is not much other than water that is so. It’s not easy to make a good low-alcohol beer but we are doing it well. The techniques have come a long way – the flavourful hops substitute for the alcohol. If there were a craft beer Olympics, would New Zealand be a medallist? We are ranked quite high around the world. We are behind the North American resurgence in microbreweries but New Zealand has been up there. Because we cross so many latitudes, we’re lucky here to be able to grow malt as well as hops. It all starts with the ingredients and we have some fantastic ingredients. threeboysbrewery.co.nz

What’s your beer and food match for this summer? Well of course summer is barbeques and you can’t really beat a good hoppy beer, the taste goes on and on. Or a light wheat beer, that’s a real food beer. It’s light so it’s not dominating the food. We have one with lemon zest and coriander, which is a Kiwi-ised version of a Belgian style that uses orange peel and coriander. They go especially well with the American-style smoky barbeques. Or you can have a cool, crisp

TOP 5 BREWS TO TRY Andy Teo and the Terrace Tavern/Dux Central tribe list their picks for a sudsy summer. For this list of Top 5 brews for the summer, I enlisted Dux Central’s very own Ryan “Doc” Miller as my libeerian to help. Here they are, ranked in no particular order. 1. Parrotdog Keith: This made the list because it is one of the best hazy IPAs we’ve had. 2. McLeod’s Paradise Pale Ale: Great for when you want a fruity pale ale that's made with New Zealand hops. It's the perfect beer to showcase New Zealand hops. 3. Liberty Knife Party: A really good example of a West Coast IPA and super well-balanced. 4. Craftwork Saison Anise: Because I just personally love aniseed and it works really well with the flavour profile of a true saison. 5. Behemoth Brave Bikkie: Super coconut-y and just delicious. Still a good summer option for a darker ale. Have you ever had a liquid macaroon before?

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The Dux is a Christchurch hospitality legend. Whether you experienced good times at the original site in the Arts Centre or are new to the Dux Family, you’ll feel instantly at home at the new Dux Central, whether it’s relaxing inside or in the stunning, two-level courtyard. Dux Central offers a four-bar hospitality hub in the heart of the central city rebirth which has something for everyone. Their Brew Bar offers over 200 bottled craft beers and 12 tap options (including their own famous brews), and smacks of a London pub – only they serve their beer cold (as is only proper)! Their passion for wine is expressed in The Emerald Room, which has been perfectly described as “high end, intimate and slick”. This intimate, opulent and elegant space brings the “deluxe” to Dux Central, with plush green velvet furnishings, gold accents and mood lighting, and is the ideal space for a catch up with friends. The Poplar Social Club provides an intimate speakeasy cocktail atmosphere, with 2016 Bartender of the Year Charles and friends providing for all of your needs. Even if you don’t know what you want, Charles will find out your flavour preferences and mix you the perfect drink. Meet you at the Dux!

MENU SAMPLER Slow Roasted Lamb Salad Tomato, red onion, kalamata olives, seasonal leaves, feta, crispy tortilla, coriander and yoghurt dressing. $18

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Dux Big Beef Burger MUST TRY 150g Angus beef, cheddar, streaky bacon, onion rings, tomato relish, American mustard, house pickles and mesclun with curly fries. $25 Cajun Market Fish Tacos Crumbed with seasonal leaves, tomato salsa and coriander lime aioli (GF, DF) $16 (pair) Crispy Chicken Pizza Bacon, mushrooms, charred peppers, cream cheese, mozzarella and chipotle. $19 Antipasti SIGNATURE DISH Cauliflower + 3 cheese croquette, falafel bites, cornichons, sundried tomato, olives, garlic bread, cheeses, crackers, dips and spreads $55 (add meats + $7) Mills Bay Mussels Steamed in white wine, garlic, chilli and coriander broth with grilled garlic bread. $18

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Aural Pleasure

LIVE MUSIC Like everything else in the city, the live music scene has experienced some hearty regrowth. From headbangin’ Friday nights to super-chilled Sunday afternoon sessions, there will be an upcoming gig somewhere soon that’s sure to be up your aural alley. The central city is the go-to hotspot for live music. Head to Vesuvio Jazz & Tapas Bar for sweet tunes and some seriously tasty eats. You’ll find a good craic with regular live Irish music and local talent at The Bog. In the St Asaph Street hospitality precinct, live music gives way to DJs in the party hours at Baretta, while DJs pump out the floor-filling beats next door at Empire Bar & Izakaya, and you’ll find chilled-out duos and solos down the road at The Cuban as well. Dux Central hosts both regular live acts and DJs in its specifically dance-focused Upper Dux. Pre-quake fave Fat Eddie’s has returned better and ‘fatter’ than ever in Oxford Terrace, with live jazz every day of the week. In the Strange’s Lane complex, both Orleans and Strange & Co. play

host to bands and DJs, while local legends strut their stuff on the regular at Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn, and you can take in chilled-out beats every weekend at The Dirty Land on Victoria Street. Also on Victoria Street you’ll find the southern charms of Boo Radley’s Food & Liquor, with its chilled bayou vibe dispensing some toe-tapping live music and an open mic night on Wednesdays, while neighbouring Little Neighbourhood rocks live music in the garden bar. Universo Brasserie & Bar in the Christchurch Art Gallery also plays host to regular live music, making the most of its sweet outdoor area and relaxed vibe. Drop by the Square’s O.G.B Christchurch for mellow solo performers and duos, or hit the underground cool of darkroom for an eclectic mix of music from local and visiting acts. The Christchurch City Council has organised a stellar lineup of musical goodness to see you through the summer months. Head on down to The Terrace, where set Friday lunchtimes from December through to February see a wealth of local musical talent take to the mic and

perform their tunes. Or if you want a change of scenery, make for the beautiful Botanic Gardens, where the Deep South Lazy Sundays event will have you relaxing to a selection of lush tunes across set times on Sunday from December through to February. If you’re in the city throughout summer and want to immerse yourself in the Christchurch festival scene, put Fat Freddy’s Drop, Electric Avenue Festival and Nostalgia Festival on your radar. Over the course of these festivals, local and international musicians will take to the stage and it’s the perfect opportunity to make the most of the summer sun. Touring musicians can often be found on stage at The Tannery’s hip live music haunt Blue Smoke and Lyttelton’s famously quirky Wunderbar, which also sees its share of fringe. Catch larger acts at The Foundry and The Piano and all the big names at the Isaac Theatre Royal, Horncastle Arena, Christchurch Town Hall (opening in March) or occasionally, Christchurch Stadium.

FIND OUT MORE The Bog thebog.co.nz Baretta baretta.co.nz Empire Bar & Izakaya empirebar.co.nz The Cuban thecuban.co.nz Dux Central duxcentral.co.nz Fat Eddie’s fateddiesbar.co.nz Orleans orleans.co.nz Strange & Co strangeand.co Pomeroy’s Old Brewery Inn pomspub.co.nz Boo Radley’s booradleys.co.nz Little Neighbourhood littleneighbourhood.co.nz Universo Brasserie & Bar universo.co.nz O.G.B Christchurch ogb.co.nz Darkroom darkroom.bar Blue Smoke bluesmoke.co.nz The Foundry ucsa.org.nz The Piano thepiano.nz Isaac Theatre Royal isaactheatreroyal.co.nz SummerTimes ccc.govt.nz/summertimes

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N EI NG & FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE Christchurch Shopping | Market Rating | The Treatment

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Retail Therapy

CHRISTCHURCH SHOPPING Need some retail therapy? The city’s bustling shopping scene has got you covered. Shopping options are increasingly returning to the city centre. Named for the banks that are their anchor tenants, the BNZ and ANZ centres are now both open in the CBD and filling up rapidly. At the ANZ Centre (junction of Colombo, High and Cashel streets) you’ll find the likes of international cosmetic and retail kingpins Mecca Maxima, Superette and Storm, and covetable bling at Partridge Jewellers. Christchurch has something of a reputation for shopping malls. The

city’s largest, Westfield Riccarton, is home to more fashion and accessory stores than you can shake a lipstick at, as well as major national and international retail chains and a supermarket. For more upscale shopping, head to Merivale Mall, the beating heart of the Merivale fashion district. It’s home to over 40 men’s and women’s fashion, footwear and accessories boutiques itself, and the focal point for the cluster of fashion and style boutiques that surround it in Christchurch’s most styleconscious suburb. There’s no better base camp for your serious window shopping expedition! Make sure you

explore the footwear mecca of Issimo, home to a premium collection of globally and locally sourced footwear and accessories, and gorgeous homeware, designer pieces and more at Corso Merivale. In Sydenham meanwhile, urban den of retail cool The Colombo houses a collection of hip streetwear, footwear, womenswear and sportswear boutiques, as well as some stylish homewares, interiors and gifts (be sure to check out the Scandinavian style of Nordic Chill), and gourmet goodies. Seek out edgy urban streetwear here at Stencil, who are purveyors of hip apparel and footwear, with both

design classics and the latest in contemporary looks on their racks. At Avonhead Shopping Centre you’ll find a variety of stores under the one roof – this suburban fave blends fashion and funky homewares with food. Discover the West Coast-inspired charms of Merrin Street Brewery Bar, an independent bookstore, two hair salons and great coffee. In Woolston, look up the stunning slice of Victoriana that is The Tannery. One of the city’s premier (and most charming) retail destinations, it’s an eloquent restoration of a 19th Century tannery that houses a mix of hip

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fashion stores, specialty boutiques, artisan foods, a craft brewery, and a premium cinema, and all without a chain store in sight. Here you’ll find red-hot denim at EnCompass, where the fitting prowess of owner/ operator Benji is legendary. Other Tannery faves include Katerina Boutique’s high-end designs, Morgan & Page Womenswear’s covetable lines, the emporium of sensory delight that is Cosi Fan Tutte, super chic clothing and accessories boutique The Flock and Katamama, who stock an extensive range of quirky homewares, gifts, and jewellery. Peruse the extensive range of high-quality, designer drapery and upholstery fabrics at Fabric House. In the central city, you’ll find long-established (founded in 1854) city department store and retail icon Ballantynes – think the local version of Harrods! Starting life as the front room of a Cashel Street residence, the business was purchased by John Ballantyne in 1872, and the family name has stuck

around ever since. If you can’t get it at Ballantynes, chances are it’s not worth getting. If you’re after high-quality attire for the lads, Cutler & Co fuses high fashion attitude with ease of wear, resulting in effortless urban sophistication. Discover the full, extensive range of Cutler’s within their Colombo Street store. Another city icon is the historic Arts Centre in Worcester Boulevard, home to gallery stores, artisan foods and jewellers – be sure to check out Indigo & Provisions, who stock an extensive range of slick threads plus more besides! The Crossing is a swishy fashion hub, with its laneways and bridges offering access to international and New Zealand boutiques including H&M, Andrea Biani, Ivy Blu, Rodd & Gunn, Trenery, Witchery, Ruby, and more. Staying in the central city, there’s streetwear, footwear, and accessories at Infinite Definite’s funky store in High Street. Also in High Street (next to World) is Plume, a multi-brand boutique and home for NOM*d, a heavy-hitting

Kiwi label on the global scene. You’ll also find the ultra cool denim shop DUAL, where all of their threads are made less than a kilometre from their inner-city store. Christchurch’s own Untouched World brand has become world famous – check out their sustainable, stylish garments for men and women at their flagship store in Burnside. Also Kiwi-made are the luxe mohair throws, alpaca scarves and possum/merino ponchos at Sydenham’s The Mohair Store. Stunning, unique, handcrafted jewellery creations can be viewed at Filigree Fine Jewels in Sydenham, where Vanessa Stowers leads a team of experienced jewellers, and in New Regent Street at Via Sollertia, a family-owned store specialising in custom jewellery. If you’re wanting a unique piece of jewellery, visit husband-and-wife team Joachim and Tracy van Oostrum’s Love In A Jewel, available at Ballantynes where their signature collection of jewellery holds and seals small keepsakes inside.

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Nestled in the heart of the city, The Crossing is a post-earthquake landmark featuring international and local fashion brands, a boutique supermarket with a myriad of eateries. Weave your way through contemporary urban laneways to discover the latest in fashion and homewares from the likes of H&M and Country Road or the best in New Zealand designer fashion from RUBY, Workshop and IvyBlu. Unearth unique treasures in The Gift Shop, the perfect destination for that special memento. Drenched in afternoon sun, the licensed food terrace offers the perfect spot to watch the world go by while indulging in a mouth-watering poke bowl from the ever cool Piki Poke or for a more hearty option Stick and Bao dish up char-grilled sate and fresh steamed bao. The Japanese chefs at Cookai use traditional Japanese cooking techniques to bring out the essence of nature: fresh, seasonal flavours from ingredients sourced locally and from Japan. If coffee is your poison, Black and White Coffee House serves up a brew which is micro-roasted on-site with an unrivaled passion for coffee and service. You’ll find them waiting with a smile on the Lichfield Street perimeter. The FreshChoice City Market is a supermarket with panache, they’re committed to bringing the best in fresh local produce to the central city, coupled with a carefully curated wine and craft beer selection, plus all your staples. And if cooking’s not on your itinerary, every day their in-house chef creates beautiful take home meals. Grab a delicious Italian-style pizza for a picnic lunch in the sun or just sink into a seat in their in-house café to enjoy amazing café food. New Zealand’s leading travel agent, Flight Centre can help with any travel requirements with a wealth of local knowledge to help you get the best out of your time in Christchurch and New Zealand. If you’re after a quick and easy way to get around the city, Yoogo car share has 18 electric vehicles available to book by the minute, hour, day, night or weekend. They’re ready to go from Level 4 of The Crossing car parking building, all you have to do is download the Yoogo Share app. With new stores opening continually, The Crossing is an evolving, dynamic hotspot in the new era Christchurch. Lose yourself in the most delightful way! The Crossing. The City Starts Here. Retailers with different hours: ASB, Black and White Coffee House, Cookai, Espresso Carwash, FreshChoice City Market, H&M, Lil’ Ruby Espresso, OPSM, Piki Poke, Workshop. Closed Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day. Closed until 1pm on ANZAC day.

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THE TANNERY

BOUTIQUE SHOPPING, DINING & ARTS EMPORIUM

The Tannery is a boutique shopping, dining, arts and entertainment emporium on the banks of the Heathcote River. Located in an old industrial precinct from the 19th century, the site was home to the Woolston Tanneries from the 1870s. European settlement saw Woolston develop into an important industrial area, further facilitated by the local railway line that connected Christchurch and the Port of Lyttelton. The last of the tanneries on the Woolston site closed in 1959 and in 1994 iconic Christchurch businessman Alasdair Cassels brought the historic site. Fast forward 15 years to 2009 and the Cassels & Sons Brewing Co. was formed and began making beer on site at The Tannery. Cassels & Sons Brewing Co. are one of the few breweries in the world that can boast using glacier water via artesian wells to create award-winning beers. In recent years brewing capacity has increased and the brewery has gotten bigger, but the original wood-fired copper kettle where it all began can still be seen in action in brew-bar The Brewery. Construction of The Tannery’s retail atrium commenced in early 2012. Today it’s home to more than 50 unique shops, restaurants and bars. Since its birth, The Tannery has evolved unassumingly into Christchurch’s premier retail destination. A place where a belief in family, heritage and craftsmanship are lovingly combined to deliver an experience unique in Christchurch.

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The ornate, Victorian-style complex is home to owner-operated and specialist shops you won’t find anywhere else. From fashion, shoes and jewellery, books, gifts and homewares, to recreation and leisure, crafts, dining, health and beauty services, there’s not a chain store in sight. This is the place for individuals to shop – people who love quality, ethical purchases and supporting artisans. Behind every store there’s a personality – someone passionate about bringing you the best hand-picked goods and memorable experiences. Visit to enjoy the city’s most iconic and charming retail destination. THE BREWERY

Cassels & Son’s Brewery café/restaurant is famed for its relaxed family friendly atmosphere and extensive menu choices, including wood-fired pizzas and award-winning craft beers. It’s the perfect stop for a gourmet wood-fired pizza, a fresh salad, or a hearty breakfast. DELUXE CINEMAS

Deluxe Cinemas believe watching a good film should be a fine experience. Showcasing an outstanding line up of quality movie entertainment, two boutique cinemas offer movie goers comfy seats, wide aisles, hand rolled ice creams, gourmet hot nuts, cheese boards, fresh coffee, craft beers and a curated wine list, sure to enhance your premium movie going experience.

3 Garlands Road, Woolston Open: 7 days, The Brewery 8am – late, atrium 10am – 5pm thetannery.co.nz

FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE

Shopping

MARKET RATING Christchurch’s vibrant range of farmer and artisan markets offer the breeze on your face, a good stroll, well-priced super-fresh food, low food miles and unique finds every weekend. Here’s the lowdown on the best, and where to go for what! The Riccarton Market, held every Sunday at Riccarton Park, 9am to 2pm, is the city’s mothership of markets; the South Island’s largest outdoor offering has been going for 30 years and rocks no fewer than 300 stalls each week, selling everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to second-hand goods, retro finds, furniture, clothing, art, plants and trees, and food and beverages. With the market run by the Riccarton Rotary Club, profits go back into the community, so there’s good karma along with the good bargains to be had. Every Saturday from 9am to 1pm at Riccarton House, the Christchurch Farmers’ Market puts the best of local growers and artisanal foods on stunning display in the perfectly lovely riverside surroundings of the historic Riccarton House and grounds. Meet the growers, bakers, winemakers, brewers and butchers of Canterbury, sample their excellent produce and products, and snaffle some for yourself. In the port town of Lyttelton, the local farmers’ market every Saturday from 10am to 1pm along the town’s main street is worth the drive through the tunnel. It’s a regular haunt for local foodies,

and specialising in gourmet foods including fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, fresh fish, artisanal bread, meat and cheeses, juices, herbs and numerous ready-to-eat treats, including Kiwi delicacy whitebait (a small minnow-like fish) patties from Lucky Pig. Plants and interesting offshoot markets and awesome buskers are also in the mix. The short drive to the satellite university town of Lincoln for their Farmers’ and Craft Market is worth it as well. Held every Saturday from 10am to 1pm on the Green on Gerald Street, come rain or shine, this friendly community market with a rural feel offers seasonal fruit and vegetables, German baking, pizzas and pastries, sweet treats, and gourmet delicacies and ingredients such as wine, pesto, honey, fruit cordials, cheese, olive oil, hazelnut products, fudge, and other gourmet foods, as well as plants, artworks, crafts and much more. The first Saturday of each month is a special event with even more stalls and entertainment. On Sundays head out to the Opawa/St Martins Farmers’ Market where from 9am to noon you’ll find an exceptional selection of fresh local produce, including a large organic selection. Stock up on a range of delicious produce and supplement it with fresh bread, French-style pastries, free-range eggs, locally made Italian cheeses, ready-to-eat salads and more.

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FIND OUT MORE The Riccarton Market riccartonmarket.co.nz Christchurch Farmers’ Market christchurchfarmersmarket.co.nz Lyttelton Farmers’ Market lyttelton.net.nz/farmers-market Lincoln Farmers’ and Craft Market FB/lincolnmarket

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01 — Nicola Quinn Beauty & Day Spa

Pamper Time

THE TREATMENT Even when you’re on holiday you need to block in some ‘me time’, and on a business trip you’ll often appreciate the opportunity to decompress. And it’s always a good day to get your hair done. Luckily Christchurch offers some world-class spas and is home to the country’s leading hair salon and top practitioners.

Long providers of exceptional customer service, industry-leading treatments, professionally qualified therapists and outstanding care, Champs-Elysées Day Spa’s luxurious home in Merivale offers plenty of highlights. The elegance of their new spa features seven large double suites, each with its own private bathroom, a sublimely luxurious and tranquil relaxation lounge, and an elegant bridal suite in which to enjoy decadent facials, massages, restorative body treatments, and beauty therapy and medispa treatments that feature the latest cosmeceutical technologies. Just down the road you’ll find

Nicola Quinn Beauty & Day Spa, a one-stop spa that offers an array of treatments from facials to advanced treatments such as body contouring through to makeup and tan application. Their knowledgeable experts treat with the long game in mind and ensure that your time with them is tailored, resulting in an experience that is efficient. Bliss out at revered national day spa group Forme Spa & Wellbeing’s Christchurch location on Durham Street North, which offers a stellar range of exquisite treatments: spa parties, anti-aging treatments, signature massages, facials and decadent spa packages.

Located on St Asaph Street, Beauty By Rhianne is a delightful beauty salon where you can indulge in a relaxing massage, treat yourself to a rejuvenating facial and even have a skin consultation. Fancy upping your nail game? Nails By Tomo, in Merivales Hair and Beauty, is the place to go. With more than 20 years of experience, Tomoko Tsuji uses only the finest quality nail products from Japan to ensure that not only do your nails look fabulous, they remain healthy and strong as well. Unique in New Zealand, Restore Prehabilitation & Recovery are certified Fascial Stretch Therapy

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02 — Champs-Elysées Day Spa

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03 — True Grit

practitioners, providing pain-free re-patterning of movement, restoring improved functional mobility before it becomes a precursor to injury, or a reoccurring injury. Dedicated to hairdressing excellence within his contemporary chic inner-city salon, legendary hair professional Niq James’ Headspace combines of-the-moment professional hairdressing alongside barber services. Riffing on a pedigree synonymous with style, Niq is one of New Zealand’s leading hairdressers, a master barber, teacher, assessor, ambassador and national competition judge.

The innovators and style mavens at True Grit, helmed by the inimitable Jacqui Victor, are industry-leading trailblazers in all things hair. With a reputation as the city’s pre-eminent on-trend style makers, they’re also renowned for their next-level service; think complimentary head and shoulder massages, barista-made espresso coffee, European wines, specialty teas and sweet treats, all served up in the swank surrounds of their funky salon space. In High Street you’ll find Earth Organic Hairdressing, the brainchild of Traci and Ollie Aylmer. An organic salon that offers experienced styling

04 — Forme Spa & Wellbeing

using natural and organic products, they create something truly unique. Proud to be part of the city rebuild, their salon is crafted using recycled, sustainable timbers. Eco-friendly is also the theme at Headmistress Hair Designers in Durham Street South. They pride themselves on using some of the best real certified organic hair colour and product ranges out there, all designed to leave the integrity of your hair intact.

FIND OUT MORE Champs-Elysées Day Spa champs-elysees.co.nz Nicola Quinn Beauty & Day Spa quinnbeautyspa.co.nz Forme Spa & Wellbeing formespa.co.nz Nails By Tomo nailsbytomo.co.nz Restore Prehabilitation & Recovery restoreprehab.co.nz Headspace headspacehair.co.nz True Grit truegrit.co.nz Earth Organic Hairdressing earthorganichairdressing.co.nz Headmistress Hair Designers headmistress.co.nz

Fitness

MIND, BODY & SOUL Looking for somewhere to help you maintain the fitness regime that keeps mind, body and soul in harmony? Here are some options.

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Christchurch locals and visitors alike have plenty of choice when it comes to keeping themselves trim and healthy, including examples of some of the hottest trends in fitness. Whether you are looking for a gym that goes above and beyond in its equipment and advice, a Pilates studio that keeps it real, a ballet-style workout for beginners and those already hip to the trend, or a Vinyasa yoga studio that will help you stay flexible and focused, the city has something for you. At The Gallery Fitness in Montreal Street, elite athletes and personal trainers Jamil Rehman and Kristy Thomson pride themselves on offering a welcoming, supportive and non-judgmental environment for your gym workout. Rehman has 27 years’ experience in the fitness industry, and Thomson has 15. Opening their own gym is the culmination of a long-held dream, and the pair pride themselves on The Gallery Fitness being a gym for people who are serious about their goals. For Rehman and Thomson, the most satisfying thing about having their own gym is the pride they take from helping clients achieve their goals, whether that’s losing weight, changing shape or entering a bodybuilding competition. It’s not just about being healthy, they say, it’s also about the confidence their clients gain, which is something you can’t put a price on. A lot of exercise routines go under the name of ‘Pilates’ but at Scoop Authentic Pilates in Ferry Road, they stick with the discipline in its purest form – the original teachings of Joseph Pilates, the German physical trainer who developed the system while interned in England during WWI. Scoop Authentic Pilates not only stick with Joseph’s teachings, they use the apparatus he developed as well. They’re the only Authentic Pilates Studio in the South Island and one of just a handful in New Zealand. You can expect authentic, skilled instruction that provides all the benefits of the system, including superior core strength, increased overall strength and flexibility, improved posture, reduced stress and enhanced sporting performance.

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02 — On Pointe

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With a wide range of class types and times available, they’ve got options for everyone from beginners to experts, and the supportive atmosphere they create will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world. Bootybarre is another hot trend in fitness. The fun fusion workouts combine elements of dance, Pilates and yoga, with participants being led through a series of exercises that have their roots in those that keep ballet dancers in trim. Bootybarre is designed to tone, define and chisel the whole body through a focus on strength and flexibility. There’s a cardiovascular element as well, and the classes are suitable for all fitness levels. In Christchurch, On Pointe Studio in Bealey Ave offers Bootybarre classes under the watchful eyes of Lyndal Woodham (Bootybarre master trainer) and Katrina Buchanan (clinical nutritionist and Bootybarre instructor). Along with other members of the On Pointe team, Woodham and Buchanan can help you tone your muscles, increase endurance and perk up your body in all

the right places. Classes are small and intimate. Yoga has a history stretching back over 5,000 years and continues to develop and grow in response to the demands of practitioners and the innovations of teachers. One of the trends in yoga is so hot it’s in the name – Hot Flow Vinyasa. In Christchurch, Flow Hot Yoga in Mandeville Street offers sessions for beginners, regular clients and also visitors to the city keen to keep up their yoga routine. At Flow Hot Yoga, a typical Vinyasa class will take participants through a series of poses to restore the immune system, circulatory system and lymphatic system. For example, you might start off with a strong heat-building sequence with poses such as Warrior 1, 2 and Half Moon before moving into more twists and folding poses to detox and cleanse the internal organs, and then directing attention to the lower body, hips, knees and feet as the class moves to the floor, calming the energy and blood flow for rest and meditation.

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5TH STREET

NEW ZEALAND

INTERNATIONAL

Inspired bistro food – a variety of dishes with modern flavours, excellent wines, and a great bar too. The George, 50 Park Terrace 03 371 0250 50bistro.co.nz

A bespoke, lounge-style restaurant with a constantly evolving menu that is matched to eclectic wines. 5 Elgin Street 03 365 9667 5thstreet.co.nz

ALVARADOS MEXICAN CANTINA

ARBO/ARBORISTA

BLOODY MARY’S

BOTANIC

CAFÉ/BAR

STEAKHOUSE/SWISHY BAR

INTERNATIONAL

MEXICAN

Experience authentic Mexican cuisine made by Mexican chefs. 7/150 Lichfield Street 03 374 4149 Find them on Facebook

Arbo and its offsider espresso bar Arborista bring fresh food and great coffee to the heart of the city. ANZ Centre, 265 High Street 03 420 0808 arbo.co.nz

A popular NY-style steakhouse known for local produce, seasonal menus and delicious cuisine. 30 Latimer Square 03 943 5937 bloodymarys.co.nz

A sleek, modern bar and restaurant offering premium, high-quality food and beverages. Level 1, 126 Oxford Terrace 03 374 5200 botanic.nz

THE BREWERS

CAFÉ VALENTINO

THE CAFFEINE LABORATORY

THE CAMDEN

PUB

ITALIAN/PIZZA

CAFÉ

EUROPEAN/NEW ZEALAND

Great food and great service awaits at this friendly and unpretentious tavern. 1/177 Office Road 03 355 3377 thebrewers.nz

Perfect thin-base pizza from the wood fired pizza oven and a soulsatisfying range of pasta dishes. 168 St Asaph Street 03 377 1886 cafevalentino.co.nz

This small, unique two-storied space serves great coffee and fresh, seasonal and healthy food daily. 1 New Regent Street caffeinelab.co.nz

The Camden offers traditional English favourites with a modern Kiwi cooking style. Level 1, 235 Riccarton Road 03 341 5567 Find them on Facebook

CASHMERE CUISINE

CHILLINGWORTH ROAD

GOURMET MEATS

INTERNATIONAL

COOKAI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

CORIANDER’S ETHNIC INDIAN RESTAURANT

Cashmere Cuisine is an awardwinning boutique butchery. 18 Colombo Street 03 332 6071 cashmerecuisine.co.nz

Experience exceptional food and warm, attentive service; a fantastic dining experience. 2/478 Cranford Street 03 352 7784 chillingworthroad.co.nz

JAPANESE

INDIAN

Fine Japanese cuisine has returned to the heart of the city. Level 1, The Crossing, 166 Cashel Street 03 343 2860 cookai.co.nz

Discover the enticing flavours of India with a visit to one of their four locations. Exceptional dining awaits! corianders.co.nz

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DINER 66

DUX CENTRAL

DUX DINE

ESPRESSO245

AMERICAN

COSY PUB/SWISHY BAR

VEGETARIAN/SEAFOOD

CAFÉ

An authentic American dining experience specialising in American cuisine. 88 Victoria Street 03 741 4622 diner66.co.nz

Enjoy great food and drink with a local hospitality legend at one of the Dux Central’s four venues. 144 Lichfield Street 03 366 6919 duxcentral.co.nz

Award-winning vegetarian and seafood fare in a charming and historic turn of the century villa. 28 Riccarton Road 03 348 1436 duxdine.co.nz

A boutique café boasting an array of delicious cakes, sandwiches and great coffee. 6/245 St Asaph Street Find them on Facebook

FIDDLESTICKS RESTAURANT & BAR

FRANCESCA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN

GOOD COMPANY

GREEN DINNER TABLE

FUNCTION VENUE

FOOD SUBSCRIPTION BOX

NEW ZEALAND

ITALIAN

Sophisticated, sociable & relaxed; one of the city’s best retreats. 48 Worcester Boulevard 03 365 0533 fiddlesticksbar.co.nz

The Wanaka legend is now in Chch. Passionate about Italian cuisine! 149 Gloucester Street 03 374 9790 fransitalian.co.nz

Good Company offers stunning botanic locations and unique event spaces in the heart of the city. Good Company 021 112 3591 goodcompany.nz

Fresh, local and responsibly sourced ingredients and recipes for fast, healthy plant-based meals. 10 Oxford Street greendinnertable.co.nz

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THE HAPPENING BAR & KITCHEN

HELLO SUNDAY

THE HERB CENTRE

JABA GRILL & BAR

CAFÉ

CAFÉ/VEGETARIAN

STEAKHOUSE

EUROPEAN/SWISHY BAR

The Happening is a slick premium bar, kitchen and live music hotspot. 165 Gloucester Street 03 261 9114 thehappening.co.nz

One of the city’s best brunch restaurants, Hello Sunday emphasise creative, fresh flavours. 6 Elgin Street 03 260 1566 Find them on Facebook

Enjoy a range of delicious, nutritional and seasonal vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free food. 223 Kilmore Street 03 365 3011 theherbcentre.co.nz

Experience prime steaks and ribs cooked on their unique Kopa charcoal grill. 2/150 Lichfield Street 03 925 9856 jabagrillandbar.co.nz

KUM PUN THAI RESTAURANT

KUMO JAPANESE CUISINE

LITTLE BREWS ESPRESSO

MADE ESPRESSO BAR

THAI

JAPANESE

CAFÉ

Kum Pun Thai offers intimate dining and the traditional tastes of Thailand in a relaxed environment. 73 Victoria Street 03 365 5494 kumpunthai.com

Find KUMO and its cool sushi train in busy Addington. Explore the sushi or enjoy traditional Japanese. 351 Lincoln Road 03 339 0886 Find them on Facebook

Delicious coffee handed over with a smile awaits at Little Brews! BNZ Centre, 10/120 Hereford Street 027 288 8217 littlebrewsespresso.co.nz

MADE focuses on clean eating salads, tasty sandwiches, sweet treats and great coffee. 254 Montreal Street 03 379 2592 madeespressobar.co.nz

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MERRIN STREET BREWERY BAR

MEXICO

MIRO

MOSAIC BY SIMO

MEXICAN

CAFÉ/RESTAURANT

MOROCCAN

COSY PUB/NEW ZEALAND

This classic Kiwi ‘local’ on the corner has specials 7 days. Avonhead Mall, 210 Withells Road 03 358 8184 monteithsmerrin.co.nz

Mexico is an immersive dining experience inspired by the street cuisine and culture of Mexico. 203 Manchester Street 03 374 5422 mexico.net.nz

Miro offers restaurant-style brunch, lunch and dinner (Thurs to Sat) with a contemporary twist. 176 Oxford Terrace 03 925 9909 miro.nz

Mosaic by Simo is a Moroccan culinary adventure offering fresh and authentic dishes. 3/300 Lincoln Road 03 338 2882 simos.co.nz

MOMENT

MRS HUCKS CAFÉ

MUMBAIWALA INDIAN STREET KITCHEN

NO.4 BAR & RESTAURANT

CAFÉ

Inspired by many cultures and traditions, Moment put their own twist on classic dishes. 85 Manchester Street 03 261 4141 momentcafe.co.nz

A homely café hidden in Addington offering a full brunch menu and a selection of cabinet goodies. 12 Show Place 03 982 5472 hucks.co.nz

INDIAN

Enjoy delicious food and drinks as if you were on a Mumbai street. BNZ Centre, 120 Hereford Street 03 943 9536 mumbaiwala.co.nz

Take a seat in a candlelit corner, pull up the couch in the library, or celebrate in one of the courtyards. 4 Mansfield Avenue 03 355 3720 no4bar.co.nz

NOM NOM KITCHEN

NOT WITHOUT YOU

O’SHEAS PUBLIC HOUSE

THE PEDAL PUSHER

SOUTH EAST ASIAN CUISINE

SWISHY BAR

COSY PUB

NEW ZEALAND/COSY PUB

Tasty, fresh south-east Asian cuisine. 7 Normans Road 03 355 3909, 47 London Street 03 925 9335, 257 High Street, Rangiora 03 313 4276 nomnomkitchen.co.nz

Known for their amazing beverage selection and antipasto platters. 5/181 High Street (next to Little High Eatery) 03 925 9786 nwy.co.nz

O’Sheas is a warm and welcoming Kiwi local with a strong Irish theme serving traditional pub fare. 128 Marshland Road 03 385 3080 osheas.co.nz

Pull up to The Pedal Pusher and let the good times roll with a drink, tasty lunch or dinner. 286 Lincoln Road 03 335 0095 pedalpusherchristchurch.co.nz

PEGASUS BAY WINERY

PERSIAN KITCHEN

PESCATORE

POLO BAR

WINERY/INTERNATIONAL

TURKISH/PERSIAN

SEAFOOD

ARGENTINIAN

Named NZ’s best winery restaurant for 5 years running; it’s also one of the country’s top 5 wine producers. 263 Stockgrove Road, Waipara 03 314 6869 pegasusbay.com

The Persian Kitchen’s traditional dining experience features fresh food and flavours for all tastes. 325 Stanmore Road 03 389 0400 persiankitchen.co.nz

Unique, contemporary dishes designed to satisfy all the senses, paired with outstanding wines. The George, 50 Park Terrace 03 371 0257 pescatore.co.nz

The perfect setting for breakfast, afternoon aperitifs, or to enjoy delicious shared plates. 351 Montreal Street 03 943 8555 hotelmontreal.co.nz

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POT STICKER DUMPLING BAR

PROTOCOL

CHINESE

Traditional, fresh dumplings. 144 Lichfield Street 03 420 0376 The Colombo, 363 Colombo Street 03 379 8377 potsticker.co.nz

The perfect place to kick back and watch the world go by. Enjoy a refreshing drink and great food. 2 Colombo Street 03 964 2880 protocoloncolombo.co.nz

RED ELEPHANT

SISTER KONG

ARCADIA RETRO ARCADE & PINBALL EMPORIA

THAI

CHINESE

ENTERTAINMENT/FOOD

Red Elephant offers a warm welcome and authentic Thai cuisine from Sukhothai province. 5 Pilgrim Place 03 377 1122 redelephant.co.nz

Reinvented Hong Kong Bao Burgers and more. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baijiu bar meets bao meets kung fu chefs! 123 Victoria Street 03 421 6494 sisterkong.co.nz

Head for the retro-cool of Arcadia Retro Arcade & Pinball Emporia and jam out on one of their many pinball and arcade machines or kick back and tuck into their epic selection of burgers, fries, shakes and more! 204 Barbadoes Street, 020 4128 0157 arcadia.net.nz

SWISHY BAR/INTERNATIONAL

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SPAGALIMIS PIZZERIA & BAR

ST GERMAIN

PIZZA/SWISHY BAR

FRENCH

The oldest restaurant in Christchurch. A menu of 39 delicious pizzas and a full bar. 32 Salisbury Street 03 379 7159 spagalimis.co.nz

The only true French restaurant in Christchurch offering modern and classic French food. 255 St Asaph Street 03 377 7008 saint-germain.co.nz

STRAWBERRY FARE

SULLIVANS IRISH PUB

EUROPEAN

COSY PUB

Strawberry Fare offers something for everyone. Their famous desserts are always available! 19 Bealey Avenue 03 365 4897 strawberryfare.com

Sullivans serves a wide range of beverages alongside a tasty range of traditional Irish fare. 291 Lincoln Road 03 338 8300 Find them on Facebook

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SUN DOG DINER

SUPER RESTAURANT

TASTE @ TWENTY

THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT

AMERICAN

JAPANESE

GOURMET FOOD STORE/CATERING

THAI

Enjoy the modern American diner experience, with unique takes on comfort food classics. 7/2 Papanui Road 03 260 1166 sundogdiner.co.nz

SUPER brings Oriental flair to the portside town of Lyttelton and uses fresh and organic ingredients. 5 Norwich Quay 021 0862 2632 super.restaurant

taste@twenty stocks a tempting array of fresh gourmet produce, Vic’s breads, Hummingbird espresso to go and more. 20 Colombo Street 03 982 1399

Over 60 years of Thai chef experience in-kitchen ensures some of the best Thai food you’ll find. 21 Riccarton Road 03 343 0790 thaiorchid.co.nz

TOMI JAPANESE RESTAURANT

TRENCHES RESTAURANT & BAR

TWENTY SEVEN STEPS

UNCOMMON

EUROPEAN

CAFÉ

JAPANESE

NEW ZEALAND

Tomi offers a delicious selection of authentic specialty Japanese dishes. 76 Edgeware Road 03 377 8028 tomi.co.nz

Tuck in to classic meal favourites or relax with friends over a drink. 74 Armagh Street 03 379 9724 trenches.co.nz

A modern yet classic bistro where the focus is very much on the excellent food and service. 16 New Regent Street 03 366 2727 twentysevensteps.co.nz

An out-of-the-ordinary café experience that showcases the region’s finest produce. 262 Tuam Street 03 379 3977 uncommoncafe.co.nz

UNDER THE RED VERANDAH

UNDERGROUND COFFEE ROASTERS

UNIVERSO BRASSERIE & BAR

UNTOUCHED WORLD™ KITCHEN

This little gem of a café is now licensed, and serves up the best breakfasts and lunches in the city. 29 Tancred Street 03 381 1109 utrv.co.nz

CAFÉ/ROASTERY

A Euro-influenced brasserie and bar in the Chch Art Gallery. Cnr Worcester Boulevard & Montreal Street 03 379 5214 universo.co.nz

CAFÉ

Fine roasted coffee to take home as well as tasty cabinet treats. 190 Durham Street 03 353 0267 undergroundcoffee.co.nz

VALLEY INN TAVERN

WAIPARA HILLS

WELLES STREET

WOK IT TO ME

COSY PUB

WINERY/CAFÉ

PUB

ASIAN FUSION

Enjoy a 130-year-old tradition of hospitality in the Heathcote Valley at the historic Valley Inn Tavern. 2 Flavell Street, Heathcote Valley 03 384 1124 valleyinntavern.co.nz

Waipara Hills pairs fresh seasonal dishes with award-winning wines. 780 Glasnevin Road, State Highway 1, Waipara, North Canterbury 03 314 6900 waiparahills.co.nz

Welles Street serve up an array of Mediterranean and Middle Easterninspired pub dishes. 44 Welles Street 03 366 0172 wellesstreet.co.nz

A cool eatery that combines the best street food from Asia in an authentic atmosphere. BNZ Centre, 120 Hereford Street 021 261 7232 Find them on Facebook

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INTERNATIONAL

Untouched World™ Kitchen is the ideal destination for delicious food. 155 Roydvale Avenue 03 357 9499 untouchedworldkitchen.com

FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE DIRECTORY

FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE

ARMSTRONG PRESTIGE MOTOR VEHICLES

New Zealand’s southernmost Mercedes-Benz dealership. 6 Detroit Place 03 343 2468 mbchristchurch.co.nz

AVONHEAD SHOPPING CENTRE

BALLANTYNES

SHOPPING CENTRE

Iconically Christchurch, Ballantynes has a history of retail excellence that dates back to 1854. Fashion, homeware, gourmet food & more. City Mall ballantynes.co.nz

Your local shopping centre, with 17 specialty stores and a supermarket. Corner Withells Road and Merrin Street 03 358 7775 avonhead.co.nz

RETAIL CENTRE

CANOPY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Canopy offers a boutique design service for landscape projects. L1/190 St Asaph Street 03 595 2241 canopy.co.nz

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CHAMPS-ELYSÉES DAY SPA

COLAB ARCHITECTURE

HEALTH/BEAUTY

ARCHITECTURE

Your destination for all things luxurious and pampering. Charlotte Jane Building, 110 Papanui Road 03 365 3630 champs-elysees.co.nz

Architecture that’s visually powerful, intellectually elegant, and above all, timeless. 190 St Asaph Street 03 379 3309 colabarch.co.nz

THE COLOMBO

CORSO MERIVALE

ELLE + RILEY CASHMERE

SHOPPING CENTRE

HOMEWARE

FASHION

The Colombo is a unique shopping and entertainment experience only 5 minutes walk from the CBD. 363 Colombo Street 03 365 5091 thecolombo.co.nz

A boutique homeware and lifestyle store hosting a stylish range of designer homewares. Hawkesbury Building, Aikmans Road 03 355 4228 corsomerivale.nz

Elle + Riley Cashmere has recently opened their doors in Merivale, offering 100% cashmere pieces in classic, sophisticated styles all year round. The brand, which is designed in New Zealand, knows how to dress you in timeless fashion that looks as good as it feels. 182 Papanui Road 03 925 9494 elleandriley.com

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COSI FAN TUTTE

CUTLER & CO

DISCOVER TRAVEL

DUAL

HOMEWARE/GIFTS

FASHION

TRAVEL AGENT

FASHION

An extensive range of clothing, homewares, gifts, and jewellery personally sourced and selected. The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road 021 247 2466 cosifantutte.co.nz

An internationally recognised purveyor of quality gentlemen’s attire. 678 Colombo Street 03 377 3127 cutlerandco.co.nz

Let Discover’s expert team assist with their strong expertise in Africa, South America, Canada and Alaska, Europe, and the Polar regions. discovertravel.co.nz

Quality fashion that is truly New Zealand. Find their funky store today. Raw denim at it’s finest. 5/181 High Street 03 925 9786 dual.co.nz

EARTH ORGANIC HAIRDRESSING

ECO FRAME AND MIRROR

ENCOMPASS

FABRIC HOUSE

INTERIORS

FASHION

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A super-smart organic salon offering experienced styling. 181 High Street 03 365 7393 earthorganichairdressing.co.nz

Eco Frame and Mirror offer a full fitting service for all artwork, mirrors, sculpture or furniture. 394 Colombo Street 03 377 0223 frameandmirror.co.nz

EnCompass specialises in premium denim brands, and is renowned for the fitting expertise of owner Benji. The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road 03 381 4065 Find them on Facebook

Hand-selected, high-quality drapery and upholstery fabrics at wholesale prices. The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road 03 365 0172 fabrichouse.co.nz

THE FLOCK

FLOW HOT YOGA

FORME SPA & WELLBEING

THE GALLERY FITNESS

FASHION

YOGA

DAY SPA

GYM

Boutique stocking leading sustainable and ethical brands such as kowtow, ELK and FROM. The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road 03 389 9242 theflock.co.nz

At Flow Hot Yoga, all of their classes are heated. Flow LOVE to teach. Transform your life! 25 Mandeville Street 03 348 8889 flowhotyoga.co.nz

Life takes it out of you. Forme puts it back in. Feel relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to live life at 100%. 329 Durham Street 03 379 7771 formespa.co.nz

A family-run gym that offers a welcoming, supportive and nonjudgmental gym environment. 190 Montreal Street 03 925 9417 thegalleryfitness.co.nz

HARVEY NORMAN COMMERCIAL

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ILAM FLORIST

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Domestic appliances through to commercial kitchens and more. 66 Clarence Street 021 115 4335 craig.shaw@nz.harveynorman.com

An organic and plant-based eco-friendly hair salon. 81 Durham Street South 03 365 8683 headmistress.co.nz

A long established, contemporary, inner-city hair salon offering a full range of professional services. 7/245 St Asaph Street 03 366 1896 headspacehair.co.nz

Creating hypnotising floral arrangements is not just a passion, it’s a way of life. 203 Waimairi Road 03 358 5396 ilamflorist.co.nz

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FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE DIRECTORY

FILIGREE FINE JEWELS

INFINITE DEFINITE

JEWELLERY

FASHION

Filigree have been meticulously handcrafting their range of unique jewellery in the city since 2005. Vanessa Stowers, Filigreeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designer, is known for her passion for stones and expert knowledge as a jewellery designer. 447 Colombo Street 03 374 5143 filigree.co.nz

10 years as your local, friendly, family-owned, hand-sourced, independent, carefully-curated, multi-brand fashion store. Serving Christchurch & beyond since 2008. Get free coffee and donuts in store on the first Saturday of every month. 246 High Street 03 371 7465 infinitedefinite.com

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INDIGO AND PROVISIONS

KATAMAMA

LOVE IN A JEWEL

FASHION & HOMEWARE | CENTRAL CITY

HOMEWARE/GIFTS | WOOLSTON

JEWELLERY

Denim, workwear and heritage brands from around the world. The Arts Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard 03 925 9434 indigoandprovisions.com

Katamama brings you an emporium of stunning and unique pieces for your home. The Tannery, 3 Garlands Road 021 073 0065 katamama.co.nz

The perfect gift to celebrate moments, memories and milestones. Ballantynes Department Store 03 379 7400 loveinajewel.co.nz

REAL ESTATE

MOFFATT’S FLOWER COMPANY

MR MOD

NAILS BY TOMO

MID CENTURY FURNITURE & DESIGN

NAIL SALON

ON POINTE BARRE & WELLNESS

FLORIST

mr mod specialises in the sourcing, restoration and sale of imported mid-century design. 88 Wilsons Road 021 588 130 mrmod.co.nz

Helmed by leading nail professional Tomoko Tsuji who has 20 years of Japanese nail art experience. 186 Papanui Road 022 194 6055 nailsbytomo.co.nz

FITNESS

RESTORE PREHABILITATION & RECOVERY

SCOOP AUTHENTIC PILATES STUDIO

THE TANNERY

Local and international fashion labels; an essential destination for the discerning shopper. 1/181 High Street 03 355 4543 nomdstore.com

HEALTH/FITNESS

PILATES

Certified Fascial Stretch Therapy practitioners. 2/494 Manchester Street 03 379 9929 restoreprehab.co.nz

Their expert instructors offer the purest form of pilates you will find. 5B/1063 Ferry Road 021 158 9872 scooppilates.co.nz

Christchurch’s premier retail destination. More than 50 unique shops, restaurants and bars. 3 Garlands Road 0800 4 TANNERY thetannery.co.nz

TOTAL FOOD EQUIPMENT

TRUE GRIT

UNTOUCHED WORLD™

VENETIAN PLASTER SHOP NZ

HOMEWARES

HAIR/MAKEUP

FASHION/ACCESSORIES

BESPOKE FINISHES

Whatever the occasion, the helpful and knowledgeable team at Total Food Equipment have you covered. 218 Moorhouse Avenue 03 366 6912 tfe.co.nz

An award-winning salon! True Innovation, True Passion, True Hair! 87 Manchester Street 03 377 7889 truegrit.co.nz

World famous for their exquisite knitwear and Mountainsilk™ Merino. Flagship Store & Café, 155 Roydvale Avenue 03 357 9399 untouchedworld.com

Venetian Plaster Shop NZ offers the largest range of lime-based plasters in New Zealand. 32 Stanley Street 03 377 6616 venetianplastershopnz.com

Moffatt’s has been supplying flowers for over 30 years. 1 Candys Road 03 322 7975 moffatts.co.nz

Let Mary help you get ready for the local market! Buying or selling. 471 Papanui Road 03 352 6166 maryturnbull.harcourts.co.nz

Bootybarre is a fun fusion workout of dance, pilates and yoga. Unit 10, 21 Bealey Avenue 027 277 3460 onpointenz.com

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SHOPPING CENTRE

FASHION, WELLBEING & LIFESTYLE DIRECTORY

ISSIMO

THE MOHAIR STORE

FOOTWEAR/ACCESSORIES

FASHION/GIFTS/HOMEWARE

Issimo is an owner-operated boutique with a select range of women’s footwear and fashion accessories, sourced globally and locally. Brands include Kathryn Wilson, L.K. Bennett as well as Saben and Reebok. 174 Papanui Road 03 355 5975 Find them on Facebook

Experience the warmth-without-weight feeling that luxurious New Zealandmade Mohair and Alpaca throws provide. Snuggle up in the new Alpacas scarf range, keep warm with Possum/Merino Ponchos, or treat your feet to the famous LifeSocks. You’ll be spoilt for choice at The Mohair Store! 140 Colombo Street 03 943 1639 themohairstore.co.nz

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NICOLA QUINN BEAUTY & DAY SPA

VIA SOLLERTIA

HEALTH/BEAUTY

JEWELLERY

A luxurious spa where knowledgeable experts, personalised treatments and powerful products come together to help you put your best self forward. Each treatment and product is tailored for you, with a focus on optimal results for your skin, body and mind. 209/211 Papanui Road 03 355 6400 quinnbeautyspa.co.nz

Specialising in quality handmade custom jewellery, Via Sollertia have a fantastic workshop above their stunning New Regent Street showroom. With a jewellery designer and craftsman jeweller on the premises, you’re guaranteed a fabulous experience to help you create affordable luxury. 11 New Regent Street 03 366 8001 viasollertia.co.nz

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THE ARTS CENTRE

THE CENTRAL

HISTORIC PRECINCT

GALLERY

Artisan food outlets, galleries, independent retailers, events and education spaces. 2 Worcester Boulevard 03 366 0989 artscentre.org.nz

The Central offers a beautiful and welcoming space that brings people and art together. 2 Worcester Boulevard, The Arts Centre 03 366 3318 thecentral.co.nz

CHAMBER MUSIC NEW ZEALAND

CHRISTCHURCH ADVENTURE PARK

LIVE MUSIC

ATTRACTION

The largest presenter of top quality chamber music concerts throughout the country. chambermusic.co.nz

Your base for epic adventures and chilled out downtime this summer! 225 Worsleys Road 0508 247 478 christchurchadventurepark.com

CHRISTCHURCH ART GALLERY

CHRISTCHURCH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

GALLERY/STORE/CAFÉ

LIVE MUSIC

Amazing art, exciting events, inspired shopping & exquisite food. Montreal Street 03 941 7300 christchurchartgallery.org.nz

Enjoy world-class orchestral music with the CSO’s robust annual concert and events programme. 03 943 7797 cso.co.nz

NEW ZEALAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

THE RICCARTON MARKET

LIVE MUSIC

Canterbury’s most vibrant market. Browse over 200 exciting stalls. 165 Racecourse Road 03 339 0011 Open: Sun 9am – 2pm riccartonmarket.co.nz

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THE COMMON ROOM ENTERTAINMENT

The Common Room is a slick new pool hall boasting a function room, great selection of food and well-stocked bar. Whether you’re a seasoned player or rookie you’ll have a ball of a time! 119 Riccarton Road 020 4128 0157 Find them on Facebook

Experience outstanding musical performances courtesy of the country’s leading orchestra. nzso.co.nz

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