cafés | food & drink friends or for those who get menu envy or simply can’t choose! An extensive gluten-free range is also available. Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, Kingsford Kitchen is also available as a private evening event venue. cafÉ/new zealand Little Poms 294 Kilmore Street, Central City 03 366 5808 www.littlepoms.co.nz Little Pom’s is a cosy neighbourhood cafe right next door to legendary Christchurch pub, Pomeroy’s. They specialise in delicious food, lovely coffee and the same warm welcome and brilliant service their big-brother establishment has become known for. CAFÉ Lot 55 55 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington 03 339 3595 The old café in Horncastle Arena has been transformed into a new urban eatery – Lot 55. You’ll find an all-new menu featuring both brunch and a bistro-style offering with a focus on quality ingredients and creative breakfast choices. The bistro menu changes regularly and the cabinet fare offers lighter, quicker
options. With so much onsite parking, free Wi-Fi and a fantastic new look and feel, Lot 55 is the perfect setting to enjoy a superb batch coffee and fresh cabinet food! CAFÉ Luciano Espresso Bar 76 Moorhouse Avenue, Central City 03 961 1153 www.lucianoespressobar. co.nz An absolute mainstay of the Christchurch coffee-lovers’ scene, Luciano Espresso Bar is overseen by Luciano Marcolino, named New Zealand’s champion barista on multiple occasions. Naturally, the coffee is outstanding, but you’ll also find a great range of fresh, seasonal cabinet fare and tempting breakfast, brunch and lunch options on the menu. Warm, friendly service completes the total package! Glutenand dairy-free options and plenty of parking available. cafÉ Lyttelton Coffee Company 29 London St, Lyttelton 03 328 8096 Find them on Facebook Knowledgeable coffeeheads talk you through their favourites at this roastery and cafe. CAFÉ
41
what’s hot christchurch
Magnitude Coffee Unit 2/314 Tuam Street, Central City 03 366 3051 Find them on Facebook This new, state-of-the-art designer cafe and roastery in the central city is the perfect place for any coffee lover to fulfil all their needs! Watch the Magnitude coffeeheads roasting their own special brand of coffee as you relax over a perfect cup and a delicious fresh-baked scone (or another of the tasty cabinet food options), then take home some freshly roasted beans to enjoy at your leisure. cafÉ Mediterranean Food Company & Café 322 Tuam Street, Central City 03 379 5122 www.mediterraneanfoods. co.nz The Mediterranean Food Company has been part of the city’s food scene for fifteen years, importing fine salumi and cheeses, high-quality olive oils, balsamic vinegar, pasta, very good wine and specialised ingredients. Stock your larder with their carefully curated selection and relax for a bite to eat in the café. The popularity of the Mediterranean diet continues to grow – with good reason – and their kitchen highlights this with a modern and fresh