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“My mother... she is beautiful, softened at the edges and tempered with a spine of steel. I want to grow old and be like her.”

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saw a saying that made me smile in a 'knowing' way the other day: “Nothing's ever really lost until your mum can't find it.” Mother's really do have quite super human powers – moving on from the “Where's my: school bag, phone charger, sweat shirt, shoes…?” questions, Mothers also get a bombardment of statements that they are expected to magically, instantly, resolve, such as “Mum I'm hungry, cold, hot, tired…” They are forever expected to know the answer to “When are we…?” “Why are we…?” and “How are we…?” questions. Mothers are obviously on a par with Google when it comes to knowing everything about anything and it's strange how fathers are often quietly sitting in the same room reading the paper. Dads never seem to get the chance to answer the million everyday questions, or show their prowess in solving everyday dilemmas. The biggest question Dads get is “Where's Mum?” Mums not only know plenty, they can also do things that no-one else can. Mums know how to change a toilet roll, hang up towels, get dishes into the dishwasher and not just on the bench or in the sink. They can find things in the fridge and pantry that are invisible to others and they are often the only ones psychic enough to realise a rubbish bin needs emptying. Mothers also have amazing ears – they can hear a sneeze through two closed doors and along a hallway, and they are equally good at hearing a teenager's step on the stairs in the middle of the night.

Mums will also do things that no-one in their right mind would bother with. They will make pancakes in the shape of the Taj Mahal and birthday cakes that look like cargo trains, just to see their children smile. They will sit through cheesy movies, work at work and then do a double shift at home, smooth troubled waters and always be positive, optimistic and encouraging.

Where in the world would we be without our mothers? Make sure you honour yours this weekend – Sunday 10 May!

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hey say if you find a job you love, you’ll never have to work a day of your life. Now I’m not saying that Uli Dinsenbacher, the GM at Porters Ski Area isn’t a hard worker, quite the contrary, but from the outside, it looks like a job that could be a lot of fun to me! Uli is at home in the mountains. He grew up around the ski fields of Bavaria and took up ski instructing and racing at the age of 16. Since then he has spent many years skiing, coaching and instructing in Germany plus North and South America. He arrived in New Zealand in the early ‘80s and met and married a Kiwi girl. He has been working at Porters for over 30 years now – helping develop it into the amazing field it is today. Not surprisingly his two children (young adults) share his passion for the mountains and are keenly involved in skiing. I caught up with Uli to find out a little more about the improvements at Porters and what managing a ski area involves…

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Uli Dinsenbacher What was your first job at Porter Heights (since 2007 Porters Ski Area) and when did you become general manager?

I was the Ski School Director for three seasons, then became General Manager in 1986. Still here.

You have been at Porters for over 30 years what was the field like in the early days?

When I came to Porters, the ski area was fairly basic with limited grooming and rope tows. In the ‘80s we replaced the rope tows with T-Bars, in the early ‘90s we were the first commercial ski area in NZ to install snowmaking, and have gradually improved our infrastructure over the years.

The big news this season is Porters’ fabulous new four-seater chairlift (Easy Rider). Where is it located and have you changed the layout of the field to incorporate it?

We located the chairlift loading just a few steps up from the Ticket Office and shifted the whole beginner’s area over to the Platter lift which is on the same level as the car park. This means easy access and an easy progression from beginner to intermediate to advanced lifts and terrain.

What other improvements have you made in the last couple of years?

During the last few years we have built a licenced cafeteria in the car park with a big sundeck in front of it, revamped the rentals with the latest state-of-the-art equipment and racking system, introduced an electronic ticketing system and installed a Sunkid Carpet Lift for the beginner skiers.

Porters is the closest ski area to Christchurch, how long does it take to drive there and what are the road conditions and parking like?

It takes about 85 minutes from the airport, a bit longer when snow is on the road. Our access road is one of the shortest and easiest in the country and there is a complimentary shuttle service from our chain fitting area on days when chains are required.

“Have a good attitude and be passionate for whatever you do as a job or hobby.”

Can you tell us about the off-piste runs in the area?

There are plenty off-piste areas with untracked powder on our black and double black runs. The signature runs are Big Mama and Bluff Face, one of the steepest and longest in the Southern Hemisphere serviced by a lift.

What is your price point like compared to other South Island ski fields?

We have one of the best packages for beginners and families. Other bigger commercial ski areas in the South Island are more expensive than Porters.

How many staff are there during high season and what are their roles?

snow and weather, especially in combination with wind.

Weather systems in the mountains can change rapidly; we always have to be prepared for it.

On a more personal note, what was the proudest moment of your racing career?

Quite a few years ago, winning a NASTAR race in Michigan on hire skis and beating a friend of mine who was a competitive instructor and racer.

If you could go back and tell your teenage self something what would it be?

We employ 20 instructors, and 45 seasonal staff, from car parking, lift operation, snowmakers, groomer operators, road clearing and maintenance staff to employees in the ticket office, administration, rentals, café, and ski patrol.

Have a good attitude and be passionate for whatever you do as a job or hobby. If you can combine both job and hobby, even better.

How many skiers are on field on a busy winter’s day with good snow?

Green tea and red wine –not together!

What is your favourite drink?

On a busy day we have up to 1200 customers.

Which is your favourite café, restaurant or bar in Christchurch?

What are three things you would suggest a beginner should bring up the mountain?

My favourite café in town is the Addington Coffee Co-op, and my favourite coffee is Underground.

A can-do attitude, warm clothing (gloves, hat, sunglasses) and sunblock for the nice days. If you forget any of the latter it can be all purchased or hired on the mountain, and we can certainly help you get on and achieve lots in a day.

What is one thing Metropol readers would be surprised to know about you?

I have a master degree in brewing beer.

What do you love about your job?

What are you like at parties?

Being in the mountains and snow, dealing with daily challenges and working with people from all over the world.

As well as being able to go for a ski every day.

Depends on the party; I go with the flow.

What are the challenges?

The biggest challenges are the factors we can’t control like

What's next on the wish list?

Going to the Antarctic from Ushuaia. In the off season I want to ski some more of the top ski areas in the Northern Hemisphere – I am slowly ticking off the list.

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BEAUTY AT BALLANTYNES Iconic Christchurch department store Ballantynes recently held a special day with fashion stands, beauty tips, music, nibbles and ‘gift with purchase’ celebrations.

Petrena Millar, designer for Atemgirl & Emma Quinn

Laurinda Sutcliffe, designer for Loobie’s Story

Richard Mentink from Paula Ryan

Blair Moore, Karen Kingsbury from Revue/Vue & customer

Haley Hurrell from Love Denim

Maria O'Halloran CEO, Sue O'Kane designer for Lemon Tree, Richard Mentink

Jacqui Fallow & Sarah Fallow

Cushla Reed, designer for Minx Shoes, Michelle Anderson

Jo Azevedo designer for Macjays & customer

Rachael McGrath, accessories buyer, Emma Greer from Kagi

Hollie Cantwell from Vassalli

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Style at STAC Don't miss St Andrew's College Evening of Fashion.

Join the St Andrew's College community for an amazing night of fashion showcased by students and teachers who will strut their stuff on the catwalk. Contemporary ballet; a guest appearance from a past student who works as a professional model; a sneak peek at the Materials Technology creations; style tips on what to wear to the formal from stylist Stephanie Rumble and much more.

Friday 15 May, 7pm in the College Gymnasium, 347 Papanui Road (parking off Normans Rd).

Tickets: Adults $30, Students $20. Tickets are available online at www.stac.school.nz or from reception, phone (03) 940 2000.

The Library of Celsus at Ephesus.

Archaeological tour specialist Peter Sommer will explore one of the greatest sites of the ancient world this year on a series of idyllic yacht expeditions to Turkey's famed city of Ephesus.

Combining beautiful coastal scenery with superb food and wine and some of the most fascinating ancient sites in the Mediterranean, each expedition is hosted by a leading archaeologist, travelling by sea aboard a traditional timber Turkish gulet.

The one-time capital of Roman Asia, Ephesus is renowned for its Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and is one of the best preserved archaeological sites in the Mediterranean. After a century of excavations, visitors can explore its vast theatre, a spectacularly ornate library and private houses with some of the very finest Roman mosaics and wall paintings.

For full details and bookings contact Peter Sommer Travels at email info@petersommer.com or visit www.petersommer.com.

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Wildly creative: Kurt Cobain Nationally in cinemas from May 7 Kurt Cobain, legendary lead singer, guitarist and songwriter of Nirvana, “the flagship band of Generation X”, remains an object of reverence and fascination for music fans around the world – and for the first time his story will be told in Cobain: Montage of Heck, a fully authorised feature documentary in cinemas nationally from May 7. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Brett Morgen is writer, director and producer and was given unprecedented access to Cobain's personal and family archives by the late rocker's estate. Fans and those of the Nirvana generation will learn things about Cobain they never knew while those who have recently discovered the man and his music will know what makes him the lasting icon that he still is today.

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FRESH NEW LOOK The Canterbury Research Foundation celebrated its brand launch in February at Ilex Café in the Botanical Gardens with key partners and supporters marking the development of a fresh new look logo for the organisation.

John & Margaret Bayley, Richard Jones (Brain Research Institute)

Kate Russell, Nichola Hiatt

Professor Robin Fraser, Caroline Wagteveld McKenzie

Annabelle Bramwell, Barbara Mantey, Cushla Baggott

Richard Burtt, Professor Ivan Donaldson

Ross Hutton, John Bayley, Richard Burtt

Bert Govan, Robin Mann

Raewyn Chatfield, Helen Lunt, Robin Mann, Annette Mann

TWILIGHT RACES FUNDS BRAIN RESEARCH Thursday 5 March was the inaugural Riccarton Racecourse Twilight Charity Race Day with proceeds going to the New Zealand Brain Research Institute, a local charity dedicated to finding answers to diseases and disorders of the brain.

Jo & Kevin Hickman, Mike & Sue Stenhouse

Marion McEwan, Ronita Prasad, Marilyn Turnbull, Colleen Christall, Liz Hampton, Gloria Gates, Kathy Burke

Johnny Cochrane, Nichola Hiatt

Eleanor Anderson, Lyn Coyle, Paula Duncan, Michael MacAskill

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Jerome Toomey, Josie Simpson

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Bubbles for Mum An elegant bottle of bubbles, inspired by the woman behind Allan Scott Family Winemakers, makes the perfect addition to a Mother's Day lunch or luxury high tea this year.

Flavoursome and graceful, the Allan Scott Cecilia Brut NV carries the middle name of Catherine Cecilia Scott – wife of winemaking founder Allan Scott, and mother to children Josh, Victoria and Sara, all of whom work in the family business. “Our mother is an avid bubbles fan, it's her favourite drink,” explains daughter Victoria.

“Dad decided early on that he should probably start making some bubbles or else she'd send him broke by drinking Champagne all the time – and so he created the Cecilia range, which includes a Vintage, a Rosé, and Mum's favourite, the Brut NV.” At the Scott family's traditional Mother's Day lunch in the Marlborough Sounds, it will be the drink of choice for guest of honour Catherine and her two daughters.

Make your mum the guest of honour wherever you are – Sunday 10 May.

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Dress for Success Don't miss out on Dress for Success' fundraising clothing sale - Wardrobe Stock-Up - Sale of Women's Clothing & Accessories. Clothing for women of all ages – new and pre-loved good quality clothes. Sunday 24 May, 10 am – 1pm, The Atrium, Selwyn House School Entrance off Merivale Lane, Merivale.

All proceeds to Dress for Success Christchurch, a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing free interview appropriate clothing to low-income women. www.christchurch.dressforsuccess.org.

As the Apple Watch is now on sale in upmarket stores around the world, Goldgenie's in-house artisans are busy with the customisation of the devices for their clients.

Goldgenie's customised Apple Watch Spectrum collection, which stems from their iPhone 6 luxury customisations, ranges from the Apple Watch Elite, embellished in a choice of 24k Gold, Rose Gold or Platinum to the striking 18k Gold Apple Watch Diamond Ecstasy, embedded with hundreds of diamonds and finished with a 1 carat brilliant cut gem in the crown. Goldgenie's designers have also created a range of luxury straps in exotic python and crocodile skins and sumptuous calfskin, alongside classic link straps in their signature precious metal finishes.

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INTERNATIONAL THRILLERS How do you solve a murder in a high-security area where no one knows who the other people are or what they're doing there?

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his is the premise on which Peter Clements has based his latest novel, A Murder at Bletchley Park, which is set during World War 2 at the very secretive home of Britain's codebreakers, and which was also the location for the outstanding recent film, The Imitation Game, which told the story of the pioneering computer scientist Alan Turing, who led the deciphering of the German Enigma code.

Murder at Bletchley Park, however, is a fictional story about the investigation of the murder of a woman, although it also successfully recaptures the historical setting and the various levels of intrigue that were going on there at that time.

“She's only one casualty in a war in which tens of thousands died. It takes place in the autumn of 1941, the fulcrum of World War 2, when the sleeping giant, America, came into the war,” says Peter.

To help understand the principal characters in the book, including the spies, Peter also touches on the rise of fascism under Mosley in Britain before the war, the Spanish Civil War and the beginning of the Cold War. There is also a touch of the British TV series Foyle's War, with the murder being investigated by two Special Branch police officers, one from the East End of London, the other a former policeman in India.

“Critics may say that I'm trying to bring too much into it but I'm trying to get

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people to understand the circumstances,” he says.

Born in Britain, Peter had some experience in this world of intrigue himself during his military service as a young man, working for three years with Royal Air Force Intelligence, which took him to the Middle East and Cyprus.

“In Intelligence, you usually don't know what the others are doing or what it's all about. You only do your own little bit. It's so boring. You don't even know the finished product of what you've been doing,” says Peter.

Having learned a considerable amount about the behind-the-scenes world of Intelligence at that time, he has kept up that interest ever since, eventually bringing him to writing his latest novel.

Peter stresses that the writing of the book was purely coincidental to the release of The Imitation Game, the general rise of interest in Bletchley Park, which has been reopened as a museum, and the English TV series, The Bletchley Circle, about four women code-breakers

Christchurch author Peter Clements – whose 'thrillers' are sold world-wide. who reunited in 1952 to track down a serial killer.

Peter was born in England on September 5, 1939, two days after Britain's declaration of war against Germany. His father, who was in the military, took the family to Canada at the beginning of that

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By Hans Petrovic year. After the war, the family returned to Britain and then went on to Germany.

Always a traveller, Peter learned to fly as a young adult in Canada, where he also met his wife, Valerie.

“I got my commercial flying licence in Canada but couldn't find employment there during the days of the Vietnam War. Valerie and I decided to come to New Zealand in 1966, where I got a job flying for Mt Cook Airlines,” he says.

Peter also worked for television during its early days in New Zealand. In the late 1970s, he was the presenter of Free Time on what was then known as South Pacific Television; and made a six-hour programme on the history of aviation in New Zealand, entitled Off the Ground, for National TV. He then went on to make flight-security programmes, commissioned by the Civil Aviation Authority, to be shown to groups like flying schools and helicopter companies. He also appeared in a couple of films in the 1980s.

At the age of 50, Peter got a political science honours degree at the University of Canterbury.

This led on to studies in peace-keeping at the Lester B. Pearson Canadian Institute in Nova Scotia, which was also attended by Russian, Ukrainian, Guyanian, Lithuanian and Irish Intelligence personnel, as well as a few civilians.

The father of two children, with seven grandchildren, Peter is now comfortably settled in the Murray Aynsley Hill area of Christchurch.

His other three books are all international thrillers: The Fifth Agenda, about a biochemist in germ warfare; The Third Temple, the history of Israel through the experiences of a family; and a novella, Russian Revenge.

His latest book, A Murder at Bletchley Park, can be bought at Scorpio Books in Riccarton, Paper Plus at Merivale, the University Book Shop and through Amazon.

Peter was a pilot for Mt Cook Airlines for 30 years, seen here on his last day.

Peter, presenter of ‘70s TV show “Off the Ground”, the history of NZ aviation.

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WORLD'S BEST TRAVEL PHOTOS Taken from an international travel photography contest attracting 1,643 entries, here are nine stunning, winning images reflecting the beauty of our world. The contest was run by Photocrowd.com and Alamy, and was judged by Matt Kloskowski - one of the leading names in online photography today.

'Kambla - buffalo racing' by Jan/Photocrowd.com "This is kambla, Indian buffalo racing, which is popular in Karnataka State. The photo was taken during a big event in Puttur."

'A Walk in The Alps' by Les/Photocrowd.com "The climbing party setting off from the Aig du Midi in the French Alps. It was a great day viewing the Alps and Mont Blanc from the Aig du Midi."

'The Camel Trader' by Jeetu Jam/Photocrowd.com "A camel trader in Pushkar Fair, India".

'Education' by Stefan Nielsen/Photocrowd.com "Scene from a school in a small Indian village outside New Delhi. I visited the village and saw these boys sitting on the ground doing their school work."

'Greenland dogs' by Laurentiu Lordache/Photocrowd.com "Sermilik, Greenland. The dogs were on their way to our destination, with icicles hanging from their tongues!"

'Reflections on Danube River' by Laurentiu Lordache/ Photocrowd.com “Near Galati, Romania, on the Danube river. The water is actually flooding from the Danube."

'Path to Serenity' by Eva R. Lima/Photocrowd.com "A bamboo forest near Kyoto in Japan. All you heard was the bamboos shaking in the wind. It's beautiful."

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'Galloping with eagles' by Terry Allen/Photocrowd.com "Kazakh eagle hunters. Our host and his friend were showing off for the camera when I caught them galloping towards me with their eagles held high."

'Cormorant fisherman' by Steve Vidler/Photocrowd.com "Cormorant fisherman on the Li River near Guilin, China.

Today it is more lucrative for fishermen to pose for tourists."

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CELEBRATE Ladies night out - it's a tradition of the sisterhood. Fine food, friends, bubbles, prizes, live music, dancing and some exhilarating action on the track!

It's that time of year again - so dust off your best frock and treat yourself to Ladies Night at Addington Raceway. Its glitz and glamour all the way as you are treated to an exclusive night in Silks on Friday 22 May from 5.30pm.

the sisterhood E L INDULG YOU WIL RMET IN A GOU EAL BUFFET M G LISTENIN WHILST F OUR TO ONE O S RTS GIRL TOP SPO PASCOE. - SOPHIE

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he complimentary bubbles on arrival is just the start. Your seats are the best in the house, having views overlooking the track; you could also throw in a few bets on the side, to add to the excitement. You will indulge in a gourmet buffet meal whilst listening to one of our top sports girls - Sophie Pascoe, World Champion Swimmer and 2015 Canterbury Sportswoman of the Year.

Entering the major prize draw for a three night stay in Sydney, complete with accommodation, flights and $1,000 spending money is as simple as purchasing your ticket. There is also a

silent auction to support the charity on the night, St John, with some stunning items available including beautiful jewellery and a night in Hanmer Springs to name just two. Throughout the night there will also be a number of spot prizes given away.

Near the end of the evening a live band 'The Elevators' will allow you to dance the night away in the company of your friends.

When all these are combined together, it makes this a night not to be missed.

Tickets are $55 per person or $490 for a table of ten. Don't miss out - text your friends and colleagues now and book.

Tickets and more information at addington.co.nz.

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FABULOUS SHOWROOM FOR FROBISHER Local interior design and décor firm Frobisher celebrated the opening of its new showroom at 322 Manchester Street, with Theme Produc ons, Epic Entertainment and Eaton Drink Co. all making the night a success.

Mark Appleton (owner), Josh Dickson, Ann-Marie Appleton (owner)

Dean Davis, Jacqui Perry, Deb Shield, Debbie Ware

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Emily Trenberth, Hyde Sham

Sarah Mitchell, Emily Trenberth, Brad Mitchell Jeremy Jarman, Hayley Morris

Isabel Holmes, Gemma Dudson

Jonathan Bierwirth, Jess Griffin, Phil & Rachelle Mangos, Cheryl Brownie

Leslie Browne, Heather Cayford, Laura Wells, Keryn Bragg

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By Cheryl Colley

Bill Herbison, Pier Law's managing director, sees himself as something of a conductor. It's not an orchestra of players and instruments that he is directing however, but a team of solicitors, legal executives and support staff – not forgetting one dog - across the practice's three Christchurch offices. “It's our people who create the relaxed, personal and friendly atmosphere that is so important to the way we work with clients,” says Bill.

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ier Law is a general practice law firm specialising in residential conveyancing, wills and estate law, trust law, commercial law, insurance law and family and relationship law. Caroline Davey and Lawrence Wong are the solicitors at the New Brighton office; at Kaiapoi it's Kim Cotton and Renee Dey, while at Styx Mill it is Bill Herbison himself. The offices are also staffed by legal executives and support staff ensuring a very efficient and high quality legal service for clients. And of course there's Jock, Bill's West Highland white terrier who is always looking for a pat and is a specialist in the law of “putting clients at ease”.

If you need help with any legal issues contact one of Pier Law's people on (03) 366 5540 and arrange an appointment at the Styx Mill, Kaiapoi or New Brighton offices. You can also arrange an appointment through their website – www.pierlaw.co.nz.

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By Hans Petrovic

MT PLEASANT'S SENSE OF COMMUNITY A sense of community has long been a strong aspect of life in the Mt Pleasant area and that will be strongly reinforced by the magnificent Memorial Community Centre that is to be rebuilt down in the McCormacks Bay Road area.

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he new multi-purpose centre's venues for community events, meetings and personal celebrations, will offer something for everyone.

With the nearby Avon-Heathcote Estuary as a source of inspiration, the centre's landscape design includes volcanic rock banks, timber decking, exposed aggregate paving and native plantings to reflect the surrounding natural environment.

With a ground area of 450sqm and an overall internal floor area of 600sqm, the two-storey building will have a highperformance, lightweight internal structure and external canopy, designed to withstand future earthquakes.

“We've got both resource consent and building consent and we're ready to go,” says Derek McCullough, the president of the Mr Pleasant Community Centre and Residents' Association.

“It's back to the future for the Mt Pleasant community. To meet the need for a community facility back in 1945, the

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“After World War 2, the government had a scheme to help communities build war memorials but the Mt Pleasant community decided a hall would be better than just a stone monument. This was an unusual situation, resulting in our community centre being owned by the community and not the council.

“This turned out to be to our advantage because we could move ahead with the replacement of the centre, which was

destroyed by the 2011 earthquakes. We didn't have to wait for council approval of the rebuild. What we needed was the support of the community to make it happen again.

“Since 2011, the Mt Pleasant Community Centre and Residents' Association has worked steadily on the project, consulting with the community and raising $3 million through grants and insurance payments.

“However, we're still $650,000 short of the replacement cost and so we're inviting everyone to become part of the new centre by becoming a Square Foot Sponsor.”

Every sponsor will receive a certificate noting the number of square feet. Your name will also be listed on a board in the lobby of the new centre.

Donations can be made by visiting www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/mtpleasant communitycentre, through direct or Internet banking with Westpac Ferrymead, or posting a cheque to Mount Pleasant Community Centre, 3 McCormacks Bay Rd, Christchurch 0881.

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BRINGING ‘COUNTRY’ TO THE CITY The Bryce Gallery recently celebrated the opening of its latest collection which features a variety of popular outdoor country pursuits such as fly-fishing, duck hunting, wood chopping and memorabilia from yesteryear, captured in the striking still life oil paintings of Nelson based artist, Sean Garwood.

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Alleviating STRESS “A number of owners of properties in residential multiunit complexes are facing further difficult and potentially stressful times,” says Ann Woods, managing director of Skyway Body Corporate Services Ltd. “For four years many have been waiting for their earthquake claims to be dealt with by EQC and for repairs to commence with EQR via the Canterbury Home Repair Programme available to most home owners.”

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FROM CLEANING TO COOKWARE Total Food Equipment recently awarded the winners of a deluxe Mosaic four piece set of cookware. It was presented in-store by Simo Moroccan Deli & Restaurant owner Simo Abbari and sponsored by Chemico, a popular cleaning range for many food professionals.

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Fiona van der Pol, Sandra McLay (TFE) Himanshu and Jenny Prajapati

Iain Mollison (TFE), Brian Olorenshaw

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Marissa O’Leary (competition winner), Sandra McLay (TFE)

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Fred Hollingworth & the Japanese Consul Mr Tsuchikawa.

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together. The Canterbury Museum’s recent Ikebana exhibition was opened by the Japanese Consul Mr Tsuchikawa.

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Elizabeth Peacock, Cynthia Kepple

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Jim & Evelyn Tritschle, Anthony Wright

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High Tea & Fashion SAVE THE DATE

Don McGlashan Tour Don't miss the High Tea and Fashion Show on at Omarino Wine Park, Harewood Road on Sunday 24 May at 2pm. Tickets are $25 per person with $10 going to the Westpac Chopper Appeal (chopperappeal.co.nz).

To book a ticket contact Stacy Morton on (03) 385 0616 or email stacy_morton @westpac.co.nz.

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Pre-eminent singer/songwriter Don McGlashan unveiled Lucky Stars, his rich new collection of 10 highly personal songs exploring love, regret and mortality recently. The record contains many songs which are very personal reflections on his own life and thoughts: “This time, I don't seem to be adopting characters to explore an idea. For this album I don't seem to be taking on a role to get an idea across . . . the 'I' is generally me in these songs”.

The highly anticipated Lucky Stars tour will take to the road come June 2015, with an epic string of tour dates around the country, when Don will be joined on stage by Tom Rodwell and Chris O'Connor for two sets of music each night. In Christchurch, Friday 26 June at The Grange Theatre (Middleton Grange School) Head to donmcglashan.com for all ticketing information.

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Think Pink Pink Ribbon Breakfast is back again for 2015 and it's gearing up to be bigger and pinker than ever before! Pink Ribbon Breakfast is the chance for you to gather your friends and host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May, or you can head along to your local participating Café or Restaurant to support a Pink Ribbon Breakfast host. In 2014 over 2000 Kiwis hosted a pink ribbon breakfast and collectively raised over a million dollars for breast cancer research.

Mama Hooch on Colombo Street is holding their Breast Cancer Breakfast Event on 16 May from 9am – 11am, it will include a raffle and some great prizes. Tickets are $55 and one hundred percent of the profits will be donated to the cause. For more information phone (03) 377 2455.

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Heading to Dunedin for iD Fashion Week is definitely one of the highlights of my winter calendar.

Emerging Designer finalist Kelsi Bennett

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rriving on Thursday in the late autumn sunshine I was dropped to the Otago museum to attend a behind the scenes tour of their extensive and very well curated clothing collection.

Bracelets of human hair, a king penguin muff and a sneaky peek at one of Queen Victoria's nighties kick started my iD experience.

Thursday evening was the Emerging Designer Awards where some of the most amazing young designers from around the globe put their collections to the panel of international judges including Doris Raymond from the famed Los

Angeles vintage store 'The Way we Wore' and TV show 'La Frockstars'.

Carolyn Enting the associate editor of Mindfood Style, Doris De Pont, Margarita Robertson and Tanya Carlson all iconic NZ fashion designers worked with Doris Raymond to complete the judging panel. The winner Steve Hall from Massey University kept us thinking hard with his collection 'Abandon Man' featuring minimalist clothing with a Japanese and samurai feel to the collection. I'm not sure his male dress will take off here in Christchurch but it was certainly food for thought and the collection beautifully put together.

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY unedin Railway station was the home of the longest catwalk in the Southern Hemisphere on Friday evening. Local and national designers showed their winter collections. It is refreshing to see clothing on the catwalk that is available to purchase immediately. I certainly came home with a lighter wallet after seeing what the designers had to oer! Thank you Dunedin.

Christchurch's' Debbie Lawson from Deval spared me a few moments to talk me through 'Deval Winter 2015'.

Her capsule collection featured strong leather elements and beautiful clean cut tailoring using only the highest quality silk and wool fabrics and construction techniques. A navy and nude colour palette with gold hardware and trim to give it a military edge and modern feel summed up the collection. Highlights were the nude leather trousers and matching top and classic navy jacket. A Deval leather jacket is a must have investment piece and Debbie keeps coming back with new and fresh designs that make you think one is simply not enough... Find Deval in Merivale and at The Tannery.

Canterbury born and bred Charmaine Reveley was one of the lynchpin designers in the Friday show – her winter collection 'Halves' featured a signature print of half of each a rose and a chrysanthemum. She also extrapolated this through into her fabric choice by combining heavy and light fabrics in one garment. Her gold and black evening dress was a hit and teamed well with all the signature colours in her collection of raspberry pink and jade. The pink coat is a great buy in either the blanket style or tailored piece. Find Charmaine Reveley at Deval.

Perriam a new knitwear label from Wanaka also showed garments that will well suit the Canterbury climate. Christina Perriam the designer experimented with merino leather with great success especially when combined with her luxury merino knitwear. The Perriam Woman Winter 2015 collection features 20 New York inspired pieces that include touches of metallic gold, black on black, prints, paneled arms and pom-pom trims. Check out the kids' collection as well - quality and style for the little ones. Purchase at www.perriam.co.nz.

Back at home in Christchurch the cold weather has hit and I am cosy in my Deval leather jacket and snuggly knitwear. Thank you iD Dunedin for making me think about fashion; enjoy the vibe and have a great time. I'll be back next year.

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This year there are two ways to win. Any $30 purchase qualifies for their Shop & Win promotion; just fill out an entry form in store to go in the draw and secondly, you can “Nominate Your Mum” via The Breeze website (www.thebreeze.co.nz).

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“It's a combo of strong simple athletic panelling/prints/silhouettes/colour combos and looking back on interesting historical details. Each collection has an injection of a 'concept' to give them their own identity.”

This latest range has a back story about ancient creatures that are resurrected to help bring out the creativeness in all of us. The designers say that may sound crazy but, “it makes for an interesting and fun design process.” www.ilabb.co.nz

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spending time with patients that is the hallmark of Hey Optometrists. People coming to the practice can see the same optometrist each time for their comprehensive eye examination and build up a relationship and a rapport.

Tegan, the “fashion diva” of the practice, likes nothing better than to find the perfect frame to suit a patient from the wide variety in the showroom. There are Kate Sylvester, Sass and Bide, Oroton, Calvin Klein, Marc by Marc Jacobs and Tom Ford to name just a few – frames that are that little bit different to ensure you will stand out from the crowd.

Hey Optometrists also have a good range of quality sunglasses to buy off the

Debra, Paul and Alison (optometrists) shelf, as well as making up prescription ones for spectacle wearers. Top quality lenses too are a feature of the practice, especially the latest digitally surfaced free-form progressive lenses that are easier to adapt to and have a wider field of vision.

Hey Optometrists are open Monday – Friday 9am – 5.30pm and up until 7pm on Thursday by appointment only. Call (03) 366 0190 or drop by their showroom. Their website www.heyoptom.co.nz sets out in detail their range of services.

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Winter, and the colder weather it brings, is almost here. A lot of people notice that their skin is dull and dry looking. The changes are due to the cold, harsh environment outside and the warm, dry air inside.

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Military style and colours also feature strongly in many collections and look great teamed with brights on a cold day.

Navy is most definitely the new black and now is the season to invest while it's everywhere.

Navy also looks so much better on most skin tones where black can harden and age. Oversized cardigans and knitwear is also strong this season as are longer hem lengths and fuller skirts.

Short boots are very much on trend, but watch out next winter for the longer styles.

Colour is everywhere and it's so great to brighten up a cold grey day.

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e are very excited to announce the arrival of our new Orthodontist, Dr Christine (Chrissy) Bailey to our practice next month,” says Orthodontist Dr Russell Lovatt, who established the practice when Riccarton Orthodontic Practice closed due to the Christchurch Earthquakes in 2012.

The addition of another experienced orthodontist means Christchurch Orthodontics will now offer a MondayFriday service at their Christchurch practice, while growing their North Canterbury practice based at Rangiora Dental Centre.

“This expansion means we can offer many more new patient consultations and increased flexibility in appointments,”

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says Russell. “With the choice of female or male experienced orthodontists we can now meet more needs.”

Christchurch born and bred, Chrissy has extensive experience in orthodontics.

Graduating from the University of Otago in 2003, she received a Doctorate in Orthodontics at the University of Melbourne, before working in both private practice as well as the Dental Hospital in Melbourne, where she also taught.

Chrissy is passionate about really working with and getting to know her patients.

She remembers the difference orthodontic treatment made to herself, and enjoys knowing that she'll have the same positive impact on her patients.

Providing excellent service is imperative to Christchurch Orthodontics, from the moment their patients arrive at their smart, friendly practice. They offer free wifi access, iPad, magazines, puzzles and even a PSP and Xbox. They utilise the best current techniques and materials, including digital photos and xrays as well as a 3D scanner, model scanner and printer onsite. All new patients go away with custom created booklets which include photos, xrays and detailed information of the various orthodontic options for them.

With a commitment to innovation and technology, Christchurch Orthodontics offers a variety of treatment options and was the first to introduce Suresmile® in the South Island 18 months ago - its customised robotic-pre-bent orthodontic wires lends itself to more accurate treatment and results in less treatment time.

Christchurch Orthodontics welcomes your enquiry on (03) 962 0334, or visit www.chchortho.co.nz for more information.

Correction: In the last issue of Metropol an incorrect version of this editorial ran. Metropol apologises for the error.

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MODERN INTERPRETATION of the

SWINGING '60s

Many of fashion's most ICONIC pieces were designed with the CREATIVE freedom of those FUN-LOVING, edgy and FLAMBOYANT designers of the '60s. Think ANDRÉ COURRÈGES – the inventor of the MINI SKIRT, the triangle shaped shift dress and the GO-GO BOOT; MARY QUANT who named and brought the mini skirt into mainstream; HUBERT GIVENCHY who refined style by dressing Audrey Hepburn, and PUCCI for his trademark colourful PSYCHEDELIC PRINTS.

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t is no wonder that elements of '60s style has been reinvented over the decades and with fashion houses such as Gucci, Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton reinterpreting key looks in recent collections, the carefree expressionism of that wild era is ubiquitous.

Autumn/winter 2015's interpretation of the '60s does have a unique twist though.

It is more about conveying the 'attitude' of that radical and rebellious era, than a full-on reproduction. Christchurch brand Firklover's creative team of designers, editor and director have presented their edit of the vibrant, retro style of the '60s and '70s for the season - it is both compelling and ready to wear.

Firklover's owner Clover Qi launched online fashion boutique Firklover last year and carefully selected capsules of the collection (some exclusive) are also stocked at Where the Fox Lives in The Tannery and Robe in Rangiora.

Clover is excited about bringing the youth and vitality of '60s fashion to Christchurch; she explains that it brings brightness to our social environment which has had its challenges postearthquakes.

The collections include modern takes on '60s hippie fashion tops, a selection of winter's 'must have' pencil skirts, A-line dresses that are fun, flirty and flattering on any shape, and the simple tunic dress

which promotes a youthful silhouette.

Boxy dresses are seen in an array of geometric patterns and jackets and coats are in colourful, warm wool-blends.

These timeless classics are not limited to age. Call in to Robe or Where the Fox Lives or shop online at www.firklover.co.nz. You will find that Firklover is a label that is challenging the current market and bringing distinct new designs to women who crave individual style.

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“We currently provide 600 spray tans a week,” says owner Matt Docherty. “That means 14 tans every hour we are open.”

These sheer numbers and a high professional standard mean that clients at SKT leave with a great tan every time.

Each client receives a consultation to match them with the tan best suited to their skin type and tone, with a qualified beauty therapist on hand to provide expert skin analysis.

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“We designed a product that would work for us,” says Matt of their own B Gorgeous line, with the products using 'Even Fade Technology' to ensure skin is well hydrated, and tans last longer and look better. This also includes a range of take home products which are formulated to prolong the life of each tan and to build up natural tan.

SKT's famous Facebook Special is available for only $15, with premium tans starting from $20 to suit all occasions – Moroccan Days for a casual beach look, Malibu Nights for an evening party feel, and B Gorgeous Black for a rich dark tan. They also offer 'unlimited' tanning cards for 3, 6 and 12 months of unlimited spray tan sessions.

For more information and online bookings visit www.sunkissedtan.co.nz.

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NEW FRENCH MODELS JUST ARRIVED Samedi 27/29

Get in now and be one of the first in Christchurch to own one of the world's best looking, most beautifully designed eBikes from Moustache featuring the high quality Bosch drive system

Shop 16A, Barrington, Christchurch P (03) 331-7075 E alex@techbikes.nz www.techbikes.nz

Barrington Level 1

Mon-Wed 9am-6pm Thur 9am-7pm Fri-Sat 9am-6pm Sun 10am-5pm

Spoil Mum or yourself this Mother’s Day with Jewellery New styles arriving weekly at

Barrington Ph. 332 1730

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Barrington Phone 331 8131

FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

What's new in beauty…

YSL Couture Palette Collector Ombres De Jour

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Rock and feminine – this collection reveals a harmony of five eye shadows.

There's a tension between black and pink and a variety of shades answering back and forth to each other to dress the look. Discrete or provocative – anything is possible!

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YSL Palette Collector Lumiere De Jour This rosy highlighting powder is used after foundation all over the face, or on specific areas, to reflect radiant purity.

Your skin will glow!

This cheeky new hand cream by anatomicals is designed for night time.

With shea butter, avocado oil and vitamin E it promises you'll be entirely satisfied with its performance!

RRP$9.99

Super Restorative Total Eye Concentrate

Manuka Doctor's Brightening Facial Oil This new oil will have your skin looking radiant in no time at all.

Formulated with powerful plant extracts, it quickly absorbs into the skin to brighten and smooth uneven skin tone.

RRP $29.95

The power of plants in a highly effective formula is what sets this new eye concentrate by Clarins apart.

Organic harungana extract is proving to be more effective than retinol for enhancing a more youthful look around eyes, according to Clarins.

Therapy Coffee Body Balm and Therapy Coffee Body Scrub These products by the Aromatherapy Company include 100% pure and natural essential oils of cocoa, vanilla and cassia with coffee to rejuvenate and polish the skin.

YSL Volupte Tint-In-Oil YSL has produced the first lip oil infused with colour. Colour is homogeneously dispersed in a specialist combination of five oils so that lips are coloured and cared for, soft to the touch and wonderfully nourished.

For complete denture services contact the team at ME2 DENTURE STUDIO We specialise in: New Dentures Partial Dentures Same Day Denture Relines Relines Repairs Denture Refitting

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Our quality services are offered at a competitive price.

We are qualified clinical Dental technicians and have a professional fully serviced laboratory. We offer WINZ quotes and accept insurance.

Book in for your FREE initial consultation today and let the team at Me2 Denture Studio create the perfect solution for you.

Shop 3, 233 Riccarton Rd Ilam, Christchurch P: 03 341 5419 E: me2denture@gmail.com

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

By Lydia Truesdale

Bringing LUXE to Lincoln For many women, the icing on the cake of country living is having a chic fashion boutique in the local township.

House of Allure is just that, bringing luxe to Lincoln with its enchanting collections of ladies fashions.

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t's easy to make a quick stop with parking available right outside – but many can't avoid the temptation to stay for longer once inside. This cosy boutique has embraced winter and is stocked with garments that have been dexterously crafted using premium textiles; garments that compel with their temporal appeal.

There are New Zealand and imported labels as well as owner-and-designer Lee's brand, Chaos, designed and made here in Lincoln. Chaos clothing is currently exclusive to House of Allure and the unique range can be tweaked to fit with personal in-house service.

May is an exciting month at the boutique. To celebrate their first birthday they have invited a specialist stylist from Not Your Daughter's Jeans, a label renowned for its patented shaping technology, to return for a second fitting evening on Wednesday 20 May. The stylist will work individually with customers in finding the fit and look that accentuates their figure and heightens their aesthetic appeal.

Those interested can book in store or phone (03) 325 2390.

Visit House of Allure at Shop 3, 9 Gerald Street, Lincoln.

New

AUTUMN stock

To celebrate their first birthday they have invited a specialist stylist from Not Your Daughter's Jeans for a fitting evening on Wednesday 20 May.

Arriving daily Sizes 8-22

NYDJ FIT DAY MAY 20th 9 Gerald St, Lincoln.

Ph 325 2390 Monday - Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 10-4pm

Special clinical expertise:

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With advanced standard of keyhole and reconstructive pelvic surgery

Chronic pelvic pain and Endometriosis Heavy and painful periods Subfertility and Miscarriage Menopause management 9ct Oval Locket & 50cm Chain

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9ct Bi-tone Fancy Bracelet

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Dr Sherif Tawfeek FRANZCOG, FRCOG, FICS, MSc, Dip-Endoscopy

Consultant Gynaecologist Christchurch Obstetrics & Gynaecology Associates Hiatt Chambers St George's Medical Centre

249 Papanui Road, Christchurch Tel: 03 375-4060

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BEAUTIFUL HAIR no short-cuts

The hum of conversation and the soft sound of scissors – the team at Kudos Hairdressers are busy doing what they do best.

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or Director and Senior Stylist Michelle Farmer, consultation is key to ensuring all their clients leave with a great cut, colour and style.

“We don't take any short-cuts,” says Michelle. “Great customer service is huge for us.”

allows Couture Colour Service personalised for a totally cluding colour for each client, in plications. free hand ap For their clients this means a thorough consultation for each visit, assessing the condition of hair and scalp, discussing what look the client would like to achieve, and a follow up service on previous visits.

Kudos is one of a select group of salons who offer Wella Professionals' Couture Colour Service, an approach which allows for a totally personalised colour for each client, including free hand applications to

fit the colour to your cut and style.

“Colours are now customised by the stylist,” says Michelle, with the team all specialists in couture colour.

“Everything on the colour wheel is possible now.”

With Mother's Day just around the corner, Kudos is offering the chance to win a beautiful SP Luxeoil Mother's Day Pack - simply 'like' and 'share'

Influenza Don’t Get It, Don’t Give It!

their Facebook page to go into the draw.

As a great pampering Mother's Day gift, they recommend their range of luxurious System Professional conditioning treatments which includes a relaxing scalp massage - vouchers are also available for those who are a little unsure on the best treat for their mum.

Their conditioning treatments are available for every hair type, with each treatment specifically tailored to the client, addressing any seasonal issues such as dry hair and scalp as a result of the long hot summer.

Visit www.kudosmerivale.co.nz for more information or give them a call on (03) 355 4734 to make an appointment.

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Phone: 03 359 7816 40 May 7, 2015 Metropol

Sat 9.00-1.00pm Sun Closed

Hairdressers

45b Carlyle St, Sydenham Phone 374 6947

204 Papanui Rd, Merivale

www.bodycare.co.nz

www.kudosmerivale.co.nz

P.355 4734

FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

COUNTRYSIDE turns preppy chic

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ne of the best things about winter is wrapping up in warm accessories! Stay warm, cosy and stylish with new season soft touch scarves. Be daring and add a polished bowler hat, or en pointe conductor cap. You can individualise your look easily this season – we are spoilt for choice with the range of accessories available.

Team with a great pair of patterned or textured pants and a snug top.

All from Ketz-ke left to right: Bow Tee $98 | Stripe Humbug Pant $129 | Thin Stripe Scarf $55 | Conductor Cap $39 | Wallpaper Pant $145 | Picnic Scarf $55 Mono Sweat $145 | By-line Pant $139 | Thin Stripe Scarf $55 | Article Tee $98 | Masthead Pant $189 | Square Scarf $65 | Conductor Cap $39

Christchurch stockists: Hunters and Collectors, Vivacious, Urban Surf, Dfusion, Ballantynes | Contemporary Lounge or go to www.ketz-ke.com

Mother’s Day

Have the smile you’ve always wanted.

Qualified beauty therapists

Just loving these fabulous ‘Jeans’

Spoil Mum with a new outfit.

• Quality New & Pre-loved Clothing & Accessories • Sell on Behalf • Size 8-26 • Modern, Classic & Vintage Fashion

Clinician: Dr David Walsh BSC DMD (Canada, 1987) Hygienists: Shona Ferguson RDH Megan Smith RDH New clients are always welcome.

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Parkside Plaza, 5/333 Harewood Rd, Bishopdale opposite Harewood Tavern

DENTISTRY ON MERIVALE

Open Mon-Fri 9.30am - 5pm, Sat 9.30am-3pm, Thur Late

1st floor Merivale Mall Ph: 03 355 8297

Phone 359 2070 www.dressedupbychree.co.nz

www.dentistryonmerivale.co.nz

Mothers Day Special Love your brows with Vanessa the ‘brow whisperer’ Eye Trio: Lash/Brow Tint and Shape

$25.00 112 Leinster Rd Merivale Ph. 03 355 0637 www.allaboutthegirl.co.nz

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KIDSZONE

Blue Sailboat Baby Shoes These baby shoes adorned with a sailboat are handmade in Great Britain from soft leather. They allow little feet to breathe and the gently elasticated ankles mean they are easy to put on. www.annabeljames.co.uk

Cashmere Baby V Neck Jumper Deliciously soft, warm and pretty, this semi-fitted jumper adds the perfect layer. Designed with a Vneckline and plenty of length in the body it will keep your little girl comfortable and stylish. www.hickoryhillhome.com

Laura Ashley Chair Be comfortable in style with the Laura Ashley Monroe Dalton chair in Cyclamen. This gorgeous chair has a flower marquee front. www.laura-ashley.com.au

Inkless Baby Print Kit Mess free, Ink-less and safe from birth. Baby Ink offers the perfect way to capture little hand and footprints! www.downthatlittlelane.com.au

Baby NEWS

Baby Grow Cupcake Toppers Cute and colourful cupcake toppers.

Perfect for a baby shower or gender reveal party! 12 cupcake toppers per pack in both blue and pink. www.gingerray.co.uk

Get into the swim!

Come out from the cold and into our warm pools

Pink Gingham Baby Blanket Soft Merino lambswool baby blanket in a classic gingham check. Matching cushion also available. www.annabeljames.co.uk

‘WHERE IT’S GREAT TO BE SMALL’ Providing your child with a very friendly, nurturing environment Limited numbers.

Ring now for your enrolment.

where you can swim all year round.

Learn to swim and casual swimming available Ph. 03 260 2220 42 May 7, 2015 Metropol

www.canterburyswimschool.co.nz

Halswell Preschool 31 Halswell Junction Road, Christchurch P. 322 8727 E. halswellpreschool@xtra.co.nz www.halswellpreschool.co.nz

KIDSZONE

Laura Ashley Lamp The Kendra Lamp Base with perfect blue Seaspray Shade. www.laura-ashley.com.au

If it's a Girl All nursery components available from Laura Ashley. www.laura-ashley.com.au

The world's abuzz with baby news. And while the royal baby may be stealing the show, every little prince or princess deserves a perfect nursery. Here's a gorgeous selection of products to ensure your little one is in the lap of luxury and style‌

Laura Ashley Chair The Perth Chair in Dawson Seaspray. www.laura-ashley.com.au

Baby's ďŹ rst Bear This Splosh BABY First Bear is soft and cuddly. www.splosh.com.au

If it's a Boy All nursery components available from Laura Ashley. www.laura-ashley.com.au

Laura Ashley Lamp Winston Brass lamp base with Cyclamen Silk Shade. www.laura-ashley.com.au

Baby Toddler Swing SOLVEJ Swings (pronounced SOOL-VAY) are timeless canvas and wooden swings, made with painstaking care from the best suited quality materials. They are designed without compromise for safety, durability, functionality and beauty. The Solvej Baby Toddler model is convertible from a baby model to a toddler model - suitable from 6 months to 6 years of age.

Made in New Zealand for over 20 years. www.solvejswings.com

5/215 High St Rangiora Ph. 03 313 4325 Metropol May 7, 2015 43

FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

By Lydia Truesdale

Variety the spice of winter Women have never been happier to see winter arrive. At sweet boutique Made in the Shade the stock is being well received thanks to the “variety of mod new labels and winter couture,” says owner Ali Donn.

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here's a unique French/Italian influence emerging in store. A focus on femininity sees plenty of sheer, polka dots, delicate detailing and ruching from the likes of Animale that is sure to infuse wardrobes with European flair.

Similarly, funky necklines are a luxe trend with a dual purpose: wrapping wearers in warmth as well as concealing the neck for the more self-conscious of the fashion savvy.

Women are loving the comfort of Lisette pants and how well they interrelate with other aesthetics. They are equally versatile with ponchos, tunics, layered tops and jackets in creating radiantly chic looks.

Not only are the creations visually compelling, but with lots of luxurious natural knitwear and velvet in collections from Bazaar and Optimum, made here in NZ, the pieces feel luscious and are addictive to wear.

With so much variety and an open colour palette, it's comforting to know that Ali and Sharon are on hand to show customers how to interact their wardrobe to get the most out of it economically.

Visit Made in the Shade at 151 Colombo Street in Beckenham.

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Ph 332-1238

SURREAL hair & beauty boutique day spa

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127 Westminster St St Albans

P.365 2215

CUISINE RECIPES FOOD WINE BARS & CAFÉS RESTAURANTS

THE WORLD'S BEST FEMALE CHEF Hélène Darroze of Hélène Darroze in Paris, France and of Hélène Darroze at the Connaught in London, UK has been named the 2015 Veuve Clicquot World's Best Female Chef.

She will be honoured at The World's 50 Best Restaurants Awards, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, in London in June.

Hélène Darroze

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rench-born Hélène Darroze is a fourth generation chef who, after completing a degree from l'Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Bordeaux, joined Alain Ducasse's team at the prestigious Louis XV restaurant in Monaco.

After three years under his tutelage both in business and in the kitchen, she

returned home to the family restaurant, Chez Darroze, in Villeneuve-de-Marsan in the Landes region. There, in 1995, Darroze's father gave her the keys to the kitchen, where she spent the next four years refining her culinary style and honing her skills.

At the age of 32, Darroze closed the family restaurant and set her sights on

Paris, opening her eponymous restaurant on the Left Bank to critical acclaim and widespread commendation. Darroze's talent and heartfelt contemporary French cuisine caught the attention of the Connaught, leading to the opening of Hélène Darroze at the Connaught in 2008.

Seven years on, Darroze remains head chef at Hélène Darroze at the Connaught and her namesake restaurant in Paris. She travels regularly between Paris and London with her two children, Charlotte and Quiterie, overseeing all aspects of her businesses.

The Veuve Clicquot World's Best Female Chef award celebrates the work of a woman whose cooking most impresses the world's toughest critics and most venerated chefs, more than 900 of whom voted in this category.

www.mamahooch.co.nz

Mon & tues 7.30am-5pm and wed-sat 7.30am till late sunday closed

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MINI RAW CHOCOLATE TARTS

Surprising, HEALTHY, delicious Caralee Caldwell, who was a guest at the Christchurch Food Show recently, has a philosophy of only eating 'real foods'. Her blog realfoodpledge.com and recently released cook book Real Food Pledge include some delicious 'real food' recipes. Caralee shares her recipe for Mini Raw Chocolate Tarts with Metropol…

Ingredients Base 1 cup raw cashews 1 cup dried dates 1 cup of shredded coconut (unsweetened) 2 tablespoons cacao powder 1 tablespoon natural maple syrup 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted) Dash vanilla extract Topping 1 cup medjool dates 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) Dash vanilla extract Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons cacao powder 1 punnet of raspberries (to garnish)

Instructions 1. To make the base, place all the dry ingredients in the food processor and whizz together until fine and crumbly.

2. Add the maple syrup and coconut oil.

3. Whizz again until the ingredients are combined and sticky when pressed together.

4. Press the mixture into a mini muffin pan tray that holds 24.

Fill each muffin case and then place in the fridge to allow to set.

5. To make the chocolate topping, soak the medjool dates in hot water to soak for 10 minutes, to soften the dates.

6. Drain the water from the dates and place the dates along with all the other topping ingredients into the food processor.

7. Whizz together in the food processor until the mixture is smooth.

8. Take the bases out of the fridge and flip them out of the mini pans and place on a serving plate.

9. Top with the chocolate topping and place one raspberry in the centre. Serve immediately or place back in the fridge and serve once fully set.

Mothers Day in Akaroa Special 3 course luncheon

$39 per person

bookings essential Phone 03 304 7314

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, AND COFEE OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 7.30-4PM SATURDAY 8.30AM-3PM 77 TUAM STREET PH 03 943 2112 OPEN 7 DAYS ON BLENHEIM RD

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LITTLE MERCHANTS COFFEE Coffee Shop · Specialty School

18 Bernard St, Addington Phone 03-338 5700 www.facebook.com/Littlemerchants

CUISINE

Little CHINA girl Maureen Falloon of The China Cabinet Vintage Tableware Hire adores fine English china. She has been collecting it since she was quite young and now, with over a 1000 pieces (and counting) she has turned her passion into a business, hiring out her beautiful china for parties, functions, and weddings all over the country.

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he home based business is now into its ninth year and her spacious kitchen has been specifically designed to house and display her vintage china collection.

Cups and saucers all in different designs nestle in glorious, colour coded splendour in enormous soft close drawers. China cabinets house yet more china, crystal and silverware. A visit here is as delightful as visiting a china museum. And it's all available for hire!

“I like people to choose what they want,” says Maureen. “It's amazing how much fun they get from choosing.”

Her collection includes entree and dinner plates, tiered cake plates, sandwich plates, teapots and milk and sugar sets and more. They are almost all vintage and Maureen prides herself on offering quality pieces in pristine condition. Remarkably

“

If something unusual comes along, I can't resist.

” Maureen Falloon

she suffers very few breakages! “People are very careful and the china is surprisingly robust,” she explains.

She allows her precious stock to be taken all over the country for parties large (up to 300) and small. One of the most interesting was a 70th birthday party in the Hastings Opera House which began with an afternoon tea and ended with a dinner dance.

To complement the pretty vintage

china, crystal and silverware, Maureen also has hollow stemmed champagne glasses, lolly jars, cupcake stands and special wedding cake stands. Everything for that elegant, breath-taking special occasion, where beautiful fine china not only sets the scene but is also a treat to use.

“It's great to meet so many people doing such nice things,” Maureen says.

And she is still collecting. “If something unusual comes along, I can't resist,” she laughs.

Phone Maureen on 352 0488.

Sometimes a special occasion requires a special setting

- Bridal Showers - Weddings - Baby Showers - Birthdays - Anniversaries - Garden Par es - Corporate Events . No washing required, We can Deliver setup & collect!

Telephone: (03) 352 0488 Mobile Phone: (027) 461 9333 www.thechinacabinet.co.nz Facebook: The China Cabinet Metropol May 7, 2015 47

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Pescatore Are you planning a Special Occasion? has an extensive range of quality vintage tableware for hire Phone (03) 3520 488 or 027 461 9333 Email: info@thechinacabinet.co.nz

For an evening of fine contemporary dining Pescatore's innova ve cuisine will surprise and delight.

Simple sounding dishes are unlikely to be as expected as Chef de Cuisine Reon Hobson likes to have a bit of fun with the menu.

Private room available by prior arrangement 50 Park Terrace. P: 371 0257 E: pescatore@thegeorge.com

www.thechinacabinet.co.nz

www.prescatore.co.nz

OOB Organic is the only certified organic ice cream made right here in New Zealand. There are 12 delicious flavours available through all good ice cream stockists.

We bring our orchard, factory and farm together to give you genuine and delicious products. No chemicals, no numbers, no guilt and gluten and egg free.

A great place to meet friends.

For delicious gourmet artisan food and simply stunning coffee!

Open Mon-Fri 7.00am-5.00pm Sat- Sun & public holidays 8am-5pm

The China Cabinet

Check out www.oob.co.nz or find us on Facebook - OOB Organic.

Ph 0800 237 743

Chorizo Garcia

by Curator’s House Restaurant Cuisine Artisan Award winner 2013.

Buy fresh from

Deli Garcia 2 Burnside Crescent Ph. 03 357 8290

Cafe Metro 159 Cranford Street Ph. 03 356 1835

Fratelli Molinari, has since XIX century, produced Balsamic Vinegar following the oldest receipt of the family. This classic Balsamic vinegar is aged in wood barrels.

A great addition on your salads, meat, fish or as an ingredient for your sauces.

Available from:

The Crowded House Coffee Company Ltd B1, 200 Springs Road, Hornby Phone 03 348 5089

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Our Winter 2015 Collection of macarons is now in-store, capturing all the tastes of winter…..chilli, pecan, blackberry, ginger, dark chocolate…..luxurious!

J'aime les Macarons The Colombo, 363 Colombo Street, Christchurch Ph (03) 366 9108

www.jaimelesmacarons.co.nz

They're Back!!

Delectable, tasty Cornish Pasties.

Equally delicious hot or cold and perfect for a wholesome snack or an easy supper.

On sale now at:

The Gingerbread House, 3 Good Street, Rangiora 03 310 6805 www.pennysgingerbreadhouse.co.nz and facebook- gingerbreadhousenz

Aronui Single Vineyard Albariño 2014 – 4.5 STARS: Wine Orbit; SILVER: Bragato Wine Awards

Aronui Single Vineyard Grüner Veltliner 2014 – 5 STARS: Wine Orbit.

Try them yourself today!

www.aronuiwines.co.nz www.tohuwines.co.nz

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TORANI Syrups are only available at QUALITY CAFES for your Café to become a QUALITY CAFÉ contact Simply Syrups and More on 027 265 6456 SIMPLY SYRUPS AND MORE 17 Fatima Street, Christchurch Ph. 03 3523464 www.simplysyrupsandmore.co.nz

Christchurch's largest selection of retail craft beer.

The storefront located in Sydenham is comprised of a bottle selection, a tasting event lounge/reading room, and a draft station for growler/rigger fills.

The Beer Library 363 Colombo St, Christchurch, www.thebeerlibrary.co.nz

...Is it Brie you’re looking for?

Or maybe something else! Pop in and have a taste of our specialty Cheeses. Fresh Bread, Coffee, Gluten and Sugar free, Jamie Oliver products are also on the menu.

We also make Cheese platters to order.

et le Fromage Corner Bryndwr and Jeffreys Roads.

Little Island Nice Cream is not only dairy and gluten free, it's also vegan, nut free, soy free, and it's absolutely delicious! Available from Reality Bites Café and Kitchen – the premier destination in North Canterbury for the very best in Paleo, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian and Vegan dishes.

Reality Bites Rangiora

Mention you have seen this add and get your BLT for $5.00 for the month of May Great Coffee awesome Hot Chocolate Yummy BLT's , Bacon Butties , Sausages in a Bun And our Famous in Egdeware Pullled Pork Baps With a Choice of Apple sauce or Red Current Jelly Get your daily fix of yummy stuff here today at “ The Butchers Apron”

Gables Arcade, 96 High Street, Rangiora Ph. 03 313 8533 www.realitybitesrangiora.co.nz

70 Edgeware Road, St Albans Ph. (03) 3661780

Peter Timbs Meats Ltd

Eat Street on Peterborough Premium cakes require premium ingredients.

Baked onsite from scratch using only the best.

Mention this ad when you order to receive 15% off your first 5 or 9" cake order. Valid to May 31.

The Cake Eating Co.

79 Buchan Street inside The Backstreet Cafe. Open 10-2 Saturdays. info@thecakeeatingco.co.nz Ph. 03 374 6786 www.thecakeeatingco.co.nz

Handmade Artisan Pies “Tastes so good, it should be a sin’

Breads of Europe Bakehouse Shop Unit B 10 Garlands Road Woolston Ph. 381 1048 Open Mon-Fri 8.30am-3.30pm www.breads.co.nz

is Christchurch's premier food truck destination featuring award-winning coffee, hearty Southern-Soul, traditional Japanese and exotic French-Vietnamese cuisines that will excite and satisfy any appetite.

100 Peterborough St, CBD. E.eatstreetonpete@gmail.com.

Ph.021 668 978

WILLOWS CAFE Fresh, Home Baked Gluten Free & Dairy Free Foods our specialty.

275 Fifield Terrace, Opawa Ph. 03 332 4951 www.facebook.com/willowscafeopawa www.willowscafe.co.nz Metropol May 7, 2015 49

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HEAVENLY combination Chicken thighs stuffed with ricotta, dried fruit, nuts and wrapped in salty sweet prosciutto then roasted is a great combination.

Cranberries work well in this instead of the apricots if you prefer and can look very festive with the green of the pistachios.

PAN SEARED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH AN APRICOT AND PISTACHIO STUFFING WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO WITH KUMARA Ingredients: 200g ricotta 3 Tbsp fresh white breadcrumbs 1 large clove garlic, peeled and crushed 1 Tbsp chopped thyme 4 Tbsp dried apricots chopped 4 tbsp pistachios chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper 6 free-range boneless, skinless chicken thighs 4 slices of prosciutto 2 Tbsp oil Photography – Alan Gillard Method: Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a bowl mix ricotta, breadcrumbs, garlic, chopped thyme, apricots, pistachios, 1/2 a teaspoon of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Taste the mixture and make sure that it has enough seasoning.

Place each thigh between two pieces of glad wrap and bash to flatten out so that each thigh is even in thickness. Spread ricotta mixture over meat, and then roll up.

Then roll a piece of prosciutto around each thigh and set aside. The chicken thighs can be prepared ahead of time and kept in the fridge but bring to room temperature before cooking.

Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add the oil. Once it is sizzling, add the chicken and turn every 2 minutes until is nice and golden on all sides.

Remove the chicken parcels onto a roasting tray, place into the hot oven and cook for 15 – 20 minutes or until just cooked through.

Rest covered loosely with foil for at least five minutes before slicing and serving.

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Recipe – The Akaroa Cooking School The Akaroa Cooking School recipe book by Ant & Lou Bentley is available from the Akaroa Cooking School or Whitcoulls and Paper Plus nationwide. RRP$50

KUMARA PUREE Ingredients: 700g peeled kumara 1 teaspoon salt plus extra for serving 150g melted butter 50mls warm milk Method: Cut the kumara into even sized chunks, cover with cold water and add salt. Bring to the boil and cook until soft. Drain well and allow to steam dry. Place in a food processor with the melted butter. Process to a smooth puree, slowly adding warm milk to create a silky consistency. Season with salt if necessary.

QUINCE JUS Ingredients: 750 ml good quality chicken stock 1/2 cup white wine 1 – 2 Tbsp quince jelly 1 Tbsp chicken glaze (we use Foundation Foods) Method: Bring the stock, wine, jelly and glaze to the boil and then simmer rapidly until reduced by 3/4 - about 45 minutes. Continue to reduce until viscous and coating the back of a spoon. Keep warm and serve.

To Plate and Serve: Spoon kumara puree into the centre of 6 warmed plates and top with the sliced chicken and a few greens to the side.

Spoon over the jus and eat immediately.

CUISINE

Rustic Italian fare

Simple ingredients, perfectly balanced

“'Casa Nostra'. It's Italian for 'our home' and that's what this restaurant is, a family restaurant where people can enjoy good rustic Italian food,” says Paulette Mannucci, who with husband Felice has just opened an Italian kitchen in Ferrymead.

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hey have transformed the former Gorilla Bar into a modern Italian rustic restaurant - all dark wood, checked tablecloths, and red, white and green.

But it's the food that takes pride of place. Felice (of Il Felice fame for those who remember way back when) hails from Tuscany and is passionate about Tuscan cuisine.

Pasta is a speciality, handcrafted on site using traditional techniques, but the menu, which includes plenty of sharing plates, offers much more.

From the Apperitivi (palate teasing

TUSCANY AILS FROM H E IC L E F NATE PASSIO S I D N A INE. SCAN CUIS ABOUT TU

Italian style aperitifs) to bread and olives (including bruschetta and crostini), zuppe, antipasti, insalatore, pasta and risotto, to substantial mains like herb and pancetta lamb cutlets and fritto misto, and grilled steaks served Tuscan style

with salt, pepper, olive oil and fresh herbs, the choice is designed to cater for every member of every family.

Dine inside or in the sheltered, heated al fresco area, Casa Nostra opens at 5pm seven days. Bookings are advised and takeout dining is available.

Felice and Paulette invite you to enjoy their newest dining experience Restaurant

Café

Bar

Functions

Weddings

Remember Mum on Mother’s Day, Restaurant & Cafe open from 8:30am Join us every Thursday for Happy Hour from 4pm to 6pm

$6.00 Tap Beer & $6.00 House Wine & Complimentary snack food

THE 2011 PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

CORPORATE EVENTS GUIDE

Nominee: Best Nationwide Restaurants

Restaurant OPEN Tues - Thurs from 4pm Friday, Sat & Sun from 11am check our website for details

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Pier Terminus Building, 195-213 Marine Parade, New Brighton P. (03) 388 4483 or (03) 388 4493 www.saltonthepier.co.nz Metropol May 7, 2015 51

DINING Beckenham GR E

Bishopdale

Sumner

AT F VE UNC NU TIO E N

Located in Bishopdale Mall adjacent to New World Supermarket. Come in and try our freshly baked scones & muffins or sample from our new menu with a coffee in our sunny & sheltered courtyard.

We cater for small and large groups for breakfast, brunch or lunch. For groups on limited time we are happy to take pre-orders and have your meals ready for when you arrive. For large group bookings we can open earlier to suit your needs.

We are able to take care of all your catering needs.

Hours: Mon to fri 7:30am to 4pm Sat 8am to 4pm Sun 9am to 4pm Closed on public holidays. cafesavoire@gmail.com

333 Harewood Road, Bishopdale, Christchurch

café

St Albans

RIS’TRETTO CAFÉ St Albans most loved community café, offering it's award winning No 1 fair trade organic coffee, specializing in homemade sweets and savouries incl gluten free/dairy free wares, all day brunch menu and featuring indoor/ outdoor dining, kids area and free baby chinos. Finalist for Best Café and Best barista in the 2014 Christchurch Hospitality awards.

Sponsor of Suspended Coffee initiative.

Special 25% discount on presentation of this advert (max discount $25 and not valid on Valentines or Mothers Day) Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week (closed statutory holidays) Mon-fri 8.30-4pm, Saturday 9-4pm Sunday 9-3pm

670 Barbados Street

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NOW OPEN Your neighbourhood restaurant just got better serving gourmet pizza, steak, salad, pasta and more.

Join us for Steak night every Thursday night.

Porterhouse Steak with Chips & Salad $17.00 View our menu at www.formaggios.co.nz

Ocean Cafe & Bar Scarborough is the ideal place in Christchurch to enjoy a casual dining experience, while watching the surfers, SuPs, seagulls and swimmers. Located on Sumner Esplanade, down by the Clock Tower. Owned by locals, Jules & Wal, who have visions of Ocean becoming Sumner’s most popular place to visit

Open Daily @ 8am NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

Happy hour 4-6pm Fridays. $5 House Wine $5 Tap Beer with complimentary flat bread

147 Esplanade Clock Tower End Sumner Ph. 03 326 7923 www.oceanscarborough.co.nz

150 Colombo Street Phone (03) 331 6674

Phone (03) 360 0996

Phone (03) 385 8670

OCEAN CAFE & BAR SCARBOROUGH

FORMAGGIOS

SAVOIRE Café of Bishopdale

NON LICENSED

Riccarton

Addington

SPECTATORS 7 day Bar & Bistro

Stellar Restaurant Riccarton

MOTHERS’ DAY

$49 Three Course Winter Set Menu Offered By Stellar Restaurant.

Treat your mum at Spectators on Mother's Day and we will give her a glass of bubbles on arrival and a gift to take home.

Please Note: Bookings are essential. The gift is a potted plant which may vary from the one pictured above. Our usual ‘Kids Eat Free on Sunday!' offer applies.

Opening Hours: Monday – 7.30am til 4.30pm Tuesday to Friday – 7.30am til late Saturday and Sunday – 11.00am til late

info@spectators.co.nz 65 Jack Hinton Drive, Addington Raceway www.spectators.co.nz Phone (03) 339 7915

For Mother's day treat your Mum to a an elegant dining experience. A wonderful way to use this special.

Set menu: Starter-Spiced pumpkin soup with Baraway Main- Pork Fillet with fondant potato, baby veges in pork mushroom broth and apple sauce.(also other options, steak and fish ) Dessert- Pistachio cheesecake Opening Hours: Breakfast and lunch 7am to 2.30pm Dinner 5.30 to late close

7days

LICENSED

235 Riccarton Road www.stellarrestaurant.co.nz Reservations Phone : 03 3456 888

DINING Riccarton

Addington

Woolston/Parklands

Cookai Style New Sashimi

Sushi & Sashimi Platter.

EVEREST INDIAN RESTAURANT

COOKAI JAPANESE RESTAURANT The Cookai Japanese Restaurant offers patrons the chance to enjoy authentic Japanese food in a family-friendly, welcoming environment.

Our menu includes many Japanese favourites including soft shell crab, tempura sushi roll, grill chicken and much, much more. Our helpful waiting staff can assist you with selecting your meal if you are unsure of what to order.

We offer a wide range of Japanese dishes and beverages with a special set menu option for lunch time and a relaxed luxurious dining area and lounge. Fully licensed offering BYO for bottled wine only.

We can cater company functions or private functions for up to 40 people.

Opening Hours: Lunch: Wed-Sun 11.30am - 2.00pm Dinner: Mon-Sun 5.30pm - 10.00pm

6 Nelson Street, Riccarton, Christchurch Phone (03) 343 2860

LICENSED

Strowan

ROCKSALT CAFE Cafe / Bar NEW WINTER MENU! Absolutely mouth watering dishes. Taking inspiration from fresh produce available in the autumnal months combining with modern influences. Come & enjoy this dining experience that every visit is a special occasion.

Happy Hour: Tues-Sat 4-6pm All Beer & House Wine $5 Available for functions Breakfast Lunch Dinner

FULL LICENSED 07rocksalt@gmail.com 7 Normans Rd Open 7 Days: Tue-Sat 8am-10pm Sun-Mon 8am-3pm Phone: (03) 355 5299

You can experience a taste of India right here in Christchurch at Everest Indian Restaurant and Takeaway.

We create an authentic dining experience using only the freshest ingredients and offering gluten free naan breads.

Taste our spcialty vegetarian and chicken momo. The unique flavours will draw you in while the impeccable service and hospitality will make you feel welcome. Visit Everest Indian Restaurant and takeaway today.

Lunch specials: Takeaway only $7.95 / Dine-in only $9.95

NEW YORK DELI Sandwiches are proudly made from the highest quality, natural wholesome ingredients, Our breads come in every morning from our baker and contain no preservatives, Our meats are all unprocessed, whole food, Our vegetables come in fresh each morning from the market, That's the New York Deli way!

Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 8am–8.30pm & Sun (& public holidays) 9am–8.30pm

Mon: 04:30pm - 10:30pm Tue to Sun: 11:30am - 02:00pm 04:30pm - 10:30pm Like us on

Everest Indian Restaurant and Takeaway 608 Ferry Rd, Woolston and 60 Queenspark Drive, Parklands bishnu.kafle@yahoo.co.nz www.everestindianrestaurant.co.nz

Parking available beside railway line

Phone: 943 2110 Woolston & 383 6263 Parklands

Phone (03) 366 8130

363 Lincoln Road, Addington

City Centre

Northwood

CAESARS FAMILY RESTAURANT & BAR Special Mother’s Day Menu, bring the family in to celebrate at Caesars.

Famous for its delicious home-style cuisine with attention to flavour.

Family friendly with Kids Play area and Menu.

Menus to suit all tastes including vegetarian and Gluten- Free.

Ideal for functions and celebrations for up to 250 guests A separate Bar with Sky Sports and Outdoor area

OPEN DAILY Lunch 11am-4pm & Dinner from 4pm

NON LICENSED

THE SQUARE RESTAURANT & BAR Serving fresh, local produce with a Kiwiana flair in a modern and charming atmosphere – The Square Restaurant’s a la carte lounge offers semi formal dining in contemporary surroundings – great for business dining or entertaining family & friends. From fancy cocktails, local & international beer to an extensive wine selection – The Square Bar offers a relaxing environment with comfortable chairs, a flat screen television and fire place.

SPECIALS: Rip out this ad and present to our staff to receive a FREE dessert when a entrée and main is purchased. (T&Cs apply).

Northwood Supa Centre 548 Main North Road www.caesars.co.nz

52 Cathedral Square, City Centre.

Hours: Mon-Sun, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and All Day Snack Menu. Licensed. www.accorhotels.com

Phone: (03) 323 5420

Phone: (03) 372 2158 Metropol May 7, 2015 53

CUISINE

TRUST THE LYTTELTON LOCALS Fine food, fantastic views and faultless service, Freemans Dining Room, Bar and Deck never disappoints – trust the Lyttelton locals, they know it and love it.

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pril 21 marks nine years to the day in business for Freemans and it's been nine years of amazing customers, fun-filled dining experiences, and great food and service.

Joint owner Sarah Freeman says the learning curve has been steep. “We have learnt so much and all the challenges along the way have given us the strength and knowledge to still be in business today.

“The earthquakes challenged us on every level. We were forced to close but we feel such a strong connection with Lyttelton and Christchurch, that's what pushed us to rebuild.”

For Sarah and her husband, Chef Nick Freeman, building repeat customers is what they strive to do. “When customers visit for the first time, it's our mission to make sure they enjoy the food and service so much that they come back for more. For returning customers, it's about building a relationship based on trust.

They know that every time they visit, we always deliver our best.”

Every weekend is an occasion at Freemans. Soak in the Saturday morning market then pop in for a coffee and sweet treat or tasty breakfast. On the

ET G MARK MORNIN Y A D R U SWEET THE SAT EE AND F SOAK IN F O C A P IN FOR FAST. THEN PO Y BREAK T S A T R TREAT O

menu is grilled pineapple with ricotta and streaky bacon and house-cured salmon with scrambled eggs.

No matter what the weather you can still enjoy the views from the large heated and covered deck, and on Sunday afternoons sit back and enjoy the live music from 3 to 6pm.

Freemans is open Wednesdays to Sundays. Happy hour every day 3 to 6pm. $18 pizza and $20 pasta Wednesdays and Thursdays. www.freemansdiningroom.co.nz

Spoil your Mother Mothers Day – 10th May 2-4pm Celebrating 9 years of beautiful food and service

Savoire High Tea $25 per person

Handmade pasta & pizza Three Boys Beer on tap Stunning wine list

Club Sandwiches Savoury & Sweet Bites Scones with Jam & Cream A glass of Te Hana Bubbles, Tea or Coffee Bookings Essential - call today

Merivale: 355 5645 54 May 7, 2015 Metropol

Live Music every Sunday afternoon on THE DECK 328 7517

café & wine bar www.savoirecafe.co.nz

47 London Street, Lyttelton www.freemansdiningroom.co.nz

Wed & Thurs $18 pizza and $20 pasta

Opening Hours Wed & Thurs 3-late Friday 11.30-late Saturday 9-late Sunday 10-late

Like us on facebook

CUISINE

LYTTELTON'S LOCAL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS Popular Lyttelton bar and restaurant Freemans recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of the business in the portside community.

Carmel and Sarah

Emma and Peter Denis, Dave, Josh and Gavin

Julian Marchant, Sarah Freeman and Damien Smith Bridgid, Peta and Casey

Jo and Peter

Dick Brown, Neil Struthers

Nanette and Mimi

Ingrid Thomas, Denise Robertson, Robyn Struthers

Photos by Wendy C Photography - for copies email: events@wendycphotographer.com

A WORLD OF COFFEE STOP OFF AT THIS NEW CENTRAL SPOT FOR A CUP OF HAVANA COFFEE, AN AMAZING SWEET TREAT

We do everything with SEAFOOD Pre-order your Sushi and Sashimi Party Platter Now! Variety of Fresh Seafood Available: Fresh Seafood, Seafood Salad, Sushi & Sashimi, Freshly Cooked Fish and Chips, Gourmet Burgers

CAKE OR A DELICIOUS BAGEL.

Merivale Gourmet Seafood Open Mon - Fri 7am -7pm & Sat- Sun 8am - 7pm

83 Victoria Street Central City

P. 0275117070

233 Papanui Road, Merivale Phone 03 355 6733 facebook.com/MerivaleGourmetSeafood Metropol May 7, 2015 55

CUISINE

NEW ETHING TRY SOM AND OUT OF YOUR T ZONE COMFOR

NEW SOCIAL EXPERIENCE Amanda Anthony

All the way from the party city of New Orleans direct to Christchurch comes Paint 'n' Sip Studio, a unique new social experience. It is an art studio like no other, where participants with no previous painting experience can create their own masterpiece, make friends, and have a jolly good time, helped along by a glass of wine, cider, beer or juice.

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he popular studio is the brain child of Louisiana native Amanda Anthony, who experienced the concept in her home town and has set up the Christchurch operation from scratch.

“It's a fun thing to do with friends, and a good way to meet people in our postquake city,” she says. “Trying something new and out of your comfort zone seems

daunting for most people, that's why we have created a relaxing atmosphere for our customers to get in touch with their inner artist. It's art therapy with a social side.”

Each session has a different painting.

Just choose a painting from their website (www.paintnsip.co.nz) and make a booking. New paintings are added monthly and change with the seasons.

Flowers for Mother's Day, autumn themed

paintings for May, snowy landscapes for the coming winter months, Christchurch icons and more. You can even attend Paint Your Pet Night and wine glass painting sessions.

All ages can enjoy Paint 'n' Sip Studio; so far the range has been from 2.5 to 87.

They have kids' sessions over school holidays, host private events for birthday parties, hen's parties, team building, etc. and have gift vouchers available.

Everything needed for the art work is provided, from aprons to brushes, paints and canvases. Just arrive 15 minutes early, buy a wine, enjoy a complimentary nibble and mix and mingle before the two hour session starts. One of their artists takes the group step by step through the featured painting of the night.

“If I can do it, anyone can,” Amanda says. “Our customers walk out proud of themselves, their paintings and with the biggest smiles.”

136 Ilam Road, phone (03) 351 0879.

Finest Quality Meats Check out our product range. Come in to the store or visit our Facebook page.

Made with traditional Vietnamese ingredients

Vietnamese coffee also available

BUSH INN CENTRE Cnr Riccarton & Waimairi Rd P. 348 5043 56 May 7, 2015 Metropol

MODERN JAPANESE DINING IN CHRISTCHURCH

RICCARTON 85 Riccarton Road 03-3416608 RICCARTON@TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Open 7 days

FERRYMEAD 2 Waterman Place Ferrymead P. 348 5644 FERRYMEAD@TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Dine-in /takeaway

WWW.TEPPANYAKI.CO.NZ

Richmond Village Fully licensed & BYO Ph.389 999 78

SOUNDS CITY in the

Ready for a little bar-hopping and the chance to catch some great sounds?

There's plenty on around the city that will appeal to all types and tastes...

Thursday 7 May The Porthole, Lyttelton: Stomping Nick, 8:30pm. Blues Pegasus Arms Restaurant & Bar: Nick Lee, 7pm. Covers Mashina Lounge: Flat City Brotherhood, 8pm. Covers Orleans: Street Jazz, 8pm. Swing

Saturday 9 May Wunderbar, Lyttelton: Soulsystem with support from Brown Brothers and Sista Waitoa, 9pm. Dub, roots

Mashina Lounge: Corner Sounds, 8pm. Covers

Mashina Lounge: The D'sendantz, 8pm. Covers

St Augustine Anglican Church: Musical Mentors, 1:10pm. Variety concert

Becks Southern Alehouse: Level 6, 9pm. Covers

Sandridge Hotel: Karaoke with DJ Chick, 8pm

Friday 15 May Sugarhorse: X-Files 5-9pm

Fox & Ferret - The Palms: Ladies Night, 9pm.

Classic rock Strange & Co: Weekly Music, 8pm. Singersongwriter

Morrell & Co: Salsa Nights, 9:30pm. Latin

Thursday 14 May Mashina Lounge: Phaze 3, 8pm. Covers

Mashina Lounge: DJ Paul McKessar, 11pm

Darkroom: Anto Pascoe EP Release Show, 9pm.

Alternative, indie The Twisted Hop: The Scoundrels, 7:30pm. Pop

Phoenix Bar: House DJ, 9pm

Becks Southern Alehouse: Phaze III, 8:30pm.

Covers

Chambers@241: Luke Thompson - Keep Rolling On NZ Tour, 7:30pm. Folk

Sunday 10 May Freemans Dining Room, Lyttelton: Live Music on The Deck with Carmel Courtney 3.30-6.30pm

Saturday 16 May The Bedford at CPSA: Katchafire, 8pm. Reggae

The Twisted Hop: The Stray Empire, 7:30pm. Country

Isaac Theatre Royal: Dennis Locorriere presents Dr Hook, 7:30pm. Pop

St Augustine Anglican Church: Musical Mentors, 1:10pm. Jazz

St Augustine Anglican Church: Graham Wardrop and Rosa Shiels, 3pm. Variety concert

Ferrymead Speights Ale House: Louie and the Hotsticks, 8pm. Rock

The Rock Café: Lynette Diaz - Solo Acoustic, 3pm.

Singer-songwriter

The Bower: Inlimbo - Acoustic Duo, 3pm. Covers

Becks Southern Alehouse: Sorry We're Taken, 9:30pm. Covers

Cargo Bar: Salsa Co Op sessions, 6pm. Latin

Salsa Latina Dance Centre: Salsa Night Fever, 8:30pm. Latin

Friday 8 May Sugarhorse: Fleck 5-9pm

Mashina Lounge: The Edition, 8pm. Covers Mashina Lounge: DJ Maestro B, 11pm.

Tuesday 12 May Chats Bar and Café: Quiz Night, 7:30pm

Phoenix Bar: Karaoke, 9pm

Wednesday 13 May Chats Bar and Café: Karaoke with DJ Chick, 8pm

Sandridge Hotel: Karaoke with DJ Chick, 8pm

The Craic Irish Bar: Karaoke with DJ Chick, 10pm

Becks Southern Alehouse: ShaLow, 9pm. Covers Darkroom: Carb on Carb (Album Release Tour) w The River Jones and CP, 9pm. Alternative, indie Revival Bar: Mike T, 10pm. DJ

Sunday 17 May Cargo Bar: Baby Loves Disco 'Animal Antics' Tour, 12:30pm. DJ Freemans Dining Room, Lyttelton: Live Music on The Deck with Carmel Courtney 3.30-6.30pm

S A LT B A R, C A F E & R E S TA U R A N T

Social Lounging at its finest

From 10.30AM-12.30PM THE FIRST THREE SUNDAYS OF EVERY MONTH

SHAD RUTHERFORD THE LAST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH

MELANIE POPPINS Come and enjoy Mothers day

Sunday May 10th!

357 Colombo St, Sydenham P. 03 366 3338 www.ddsl.co.nz

23 HUMPHREYS DRIVE, FERRYMEAD P. 384 1326

thewatershed.co.nz

Salt Bar is a full service restaurant, cafe and bar featuring exquisite Japanese cuisine as well as a European-style brunch / lunch menu.

We have open indoor and outdoor dining areas, with a more secluded upstairs restaurant dining area. Located next to the Hollywood Cinema in Sumner.

With our fine foods and wireless internet access, come and see the friendly staff at Salt Bar today!

26a Marriner Street, Sumner Telephone (03) 326 4774 Metropol May 7, 2015 57

WINE

2015 Canterbury Wine Awards Wines of Canterbury recently announced the results of the 2015 Canterbury Wine Awards. The event is now in its fourth year and this year saw a record number of wineries enter their wines for judging.

Fifty-five medals: five Gold, sixteen Silver and thirtyfour Bronze medals were awarded for this year's show, with 71% of the wines entered earning medals.

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ines are judged on their own merits, as well as evaluations with reference to seven food classes; Lamb, Game, Cheese, Pork, Vegetarian, Seafood and Chicken. These classes were sponsored by FruitFed Supplies, Lane Neave Lawyers and Hill Laboratories. The presentation of the awards and the announcement of the overall trophy winner will take place at the David Jackson Dinner at Mrs Hucks in Addington on Friday 29 May 2015.

RESULTS: MEDAL WINNERS Gold Medals: Omihi Rd, Riesling 2009 Georges Road Syrah Block One 2013 Greystone Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Greystone Basket Star Riesling 2013 Terrace Edge Pinot Noir 2013 Silver Medals: Waipara Hills Waipara Valley Gewürztraminer 2014 Greystone Gewürztraminer 2014 Muddy Water Pinotage 2013 Thornbury Waipara Pinot Gris 2014 Melton Estate Chardonnay 2013 Waipara Hills Waipara Valley Pinot Gris 2014

Waipara Hills Equinox Pinot Gris 2013 Muddy Water Syrah 2013 Torlesse Port Waipara Hills Equinox Riesling 2013 Muddy Water Pinot Noir 2013 Mon Cheval 2010 Pinot Noir Waipara Springs 2014 Sauvignon Blanc Waipara Hills Equinox Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Whistling Buoy Kokolo Chardonnay 2014 Waipara Hills Equinox Pinot Noir 2013

RESULTS: TROPHY WINNERS Hill Laboratories Vegetarian Trophy: Hill Laboratories Pork Trophy: Lane Neave Lawyers Game Trophy: Lane Neave Lawyers Cheese Trophy: FruitFed Chicken Trophy: FruitFed Lamb Trophy: FruitFed Seafood Trophy:

Muddy Water Pinotage 2013 Omihi Rd, Riesling 2009 Georges Road Syrah Block One 2013 Greystone Basket Star Riesling 2013 Melton Estate Chardonnay 2013 Terrace Edge Pinot Noir 2013 Greystone Sauvignon Blanc 2014

RESULTS: MEDAL WINNERS Bronze Medals: Whistling Buoy Kokolo Pinot Noir 2014 Greystone Pinot Gris 2014 Mt Brown Estates Pinot Noir 2013 Terrace Edge Pinot Gris 2014 Marble Point Riesling Dry 2014 Waipara Springs 2013 Riesling Waipara Hills Equinox Chardonnay 2013 Thornbury Waipara Riesling 2013 CharRees Pinot Noir 2012 Waipara Hills Waipara Valley Chardonnay 2014 True & Daring Riesling 2013 Waipara Hills Waipara Valley Riesling 2014 The Boneline Sauvignon Blanc 2014 The Boneline Barebone Chardonnay 2013 Sirocco Wines 2011 Riesling Marble Point Riesling Classic 2013 Marble Point Chardonnay 2013

Melton Estate Pinot Noir 2013 Waipara Springs 2013 Chardonnay Blackhouse Pinot Gris 2012 Silver Wing 2011 Noble Late Harvest Riesling Whistling Buoy 1/2 Acre Canterbury Pinot Noir 2014 Omihi Rd, SVR Pinot Noir 2009 Waipara Hills Waipara Valley Pinot Noir 2014 Omarino Pinot Noir 2011 Mt Beautiful Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Thistle Ridge Chardonnay 2013 Meniscus 2013 Riesling CharRees Riesling 2013 Fancrest Pinot Noir 2011 Stephenson Estate Pinot Noir 2011 Thistle Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2013 Omihi Rd Gewürztraminer 2011

For further information or enquiries about the David Jackson Dinner at Mrs Hucks please contact gill.walsh@winesofcanterbury.co.nz.

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WINE

MELTON ESTATE CHARDONNAY 2013

TERRACE EDGE, PINOT NOIR 2013

WAIPARA SPRINGS SAUVIGNON BLANC

Fruity expressions of white peach, guava and mandarin, with a hint of floral on the nose and a fresh mineral zing on the tongue. There is a nice balance from the oak, adding to the weight and texture of this wine. Price is $23.

Available only at Melton Estate or online at www. meltonestate.co.nz

Made from grapes grown in our organic vineyard, this Pinot Noir is ripe, rich and concentrated, with chocolate, smokey oak and earthy notes. Elegant and poised, it displays a long, velvety finish.

RRP $27.50

This wine displays punchy herbaceous characters of nettle and passionfruit with a touch of tropical fruit on the nose. It is juicy and lively on the palate whilst still having superb balance, texture and concentration coupled with chalky minerality.

RRP $27.50

Terrace Edge Vineyard & Olive Grove P. 0274 878 570 www. terraceedge.co.nz

Waipara Springs Winery and Café Open 7 days Ph. 033146777

CANTERBURY

2014 WAIPARA HILLS GEWÜRZTRAMINER Enticingly perfumed and wonderfully rich. Placed as the top scoring wine in the Gewürztraminer Class at the 2015 Canterbury Wine Show. NZ RRP $23 available at the Waipara Hills Cellar Door and online

Waipara Hills 780 Glasnevin Road, SH1, Waipara, North Canterbury 7483 Ph. 03 314 6900 www. waiparahills.co.nz

GREYSTONE SAUVIGNON BLANC

Wine AWARDS Canterbury, New Zealand is one of the oldest grape growing regions in the South Island of New Zealand. The plains vineyards enjoy free-draining stoney soils and the peninsula vineyards are typically planted in valleys that enjoy favourable mesoclimates. The area is becoming well known for its excellent wines and invites you to celebrate with the 2015 winners

CHARREES

Greystone Wines

Ashburton's own Vineyard wish for you to enjoy the experience of our award winning wines.

Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling Sales and Tastings, Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 4-pm

376 Omihi Rd, Waipara Ph. 03 314 6100 www. greystonewines.co.nz

0800 242773 www. charreesvineyard.co.nz

Barrel fermented Sauvignon Blanc from Bordeaux clones at Greystone's home vineyard. An intense textural wine with notes of guava and herbs. Seafood trophy winner.

CharRees Vineyard

2009 OMIHI ROAD RIESLING Awarded a Gold Medal and Trophy at this years Canterbury Wine Awards.

Also awarded a Gold Medal at the 2013 Jubilee Easter Show.

Showing bottle developed fruit characters of toast and honey balanced by a hint of sweetness and crisp acidity that allows the wine to age gracefully.

Torlesse Wines Ph. 03 314 6929 www. torlesse.co.nz

MUDDY WATER PINOTAGE Dark, intense and powerful wine from Muddy Water's organic vineyards with full ripe blackberry and plum notes. Vegetarian trophy winner – great with bold full flavoured dishes.

Muddy Water Wines Sh1 Waipara North Canterbury info@muddywater.co.nz www. muddywater.co.nz

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HOME EXTERIORS INTERIORS BUILDING OUTDOORS KITCHENS & BATHROOMS

Swiss brand Stadler Form creates premium home appliances with exceptional performance – they look chic as well with either a quirky or minimalist bent.

SWISS

home comforts Max Max is a fan heater like no other – its design is quirky and fun and with up to 2000W of power and whisper quiet running it will stand out in your home for all the right reasons.

RRP$149.99

Anna is the elegant one of the Stadler Form family.

Sleek and minimalist it has slim housing, 2000W of power and quiet sophistication. RRP$149.99

Albert Selina

Anna

Selina is a home hygrometer that measures the exact humidity levels and temperature of your home in style. With super slim design Selina provides unobtrusive information so you know when your home has reached its healthiest temperature and humidity. RRP$39.99

Albert is the shy type with whisper-quiet, climate control. It can remove up to 20 litres of humidity per day.

It works in large living space and intimate bedrooms alike.

RRP$799.99

Stockists in Christchurch are Noel Leemings, Mitre 10 and Farmers.

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Whatever your project; a new house build, a renovation project for your home, property development or fitout of a commercial building, we will give you:

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LASTING

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Those looking for a new look for their tired bathroom, or a new bathroom altogether, will find much inspiration at Edward Gibbon.

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t their showroom on Cranford Street, the experienced team at Edward Gibbon assist their customers with designing bathrooms to fit their specific needs, and offer the very latest in bathroom fittings to choose from.

Methven, New Zealand's designer and manufacturer of premium showers and tapware, has recently released the Aio shower and tapware collection. The halo-shaped shower head uses Aurajet™ technology; hidden nozzles generate individual jets of water that collide against precisely angled surfaces resulting in a stunning fan of dense droplets which deliver 20% more spray force and twice the amount of contact on the skin than conventional showers.

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In store you'll find a wide range of top quality cast iron cookware, roasting dishes, and pie and casserole dishes, perfect for cooking and serving too. There is also a large selection of cutlery, crockery and napery to ensure your table looks exquisite for those winter dinner parties.

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If you're entertaining, the last thing you want is lingering odours. With hints of vanilla, lemon and fresh herbs, Chef's Candles eliminate unwanted cooking odours. They are made in New Zealand from natural soy wax and burn for up to 40 hours.

The change of seasons is also the perfect time to re-organise your pantry.

Total Food Equipment has plenty of canisters and spice jars so you can find exactly what you want with no fuss.

KitchenAid fans will be happy to hear that two new stand mixer attachments are now available – a food processor attachment with a dicing kit, and a juicer and sauce attachment, perfect for fresh juices to keep you healthy through the winter.

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“We put the emphasis on the design process,” Jamie explains.

“We don't have standard plans as we prefer to have the client fully involved in the design process. A key part of that is finding out what the seven must-haves are for someone's house and making that a reality.”

Construction is an increasingly complex field and even more so in the dynamic local market. There's a large number of people sitting on TC3 land, who have had their pay out and don't know what the next step is, or people being told they will be in their house by an ever-changing date.

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ensuring you are receiving the right engineering advice for your land. With the weight of a large building company behind them, Build7 offers competitive rates, without compromising on quality.

And, once your project is underway, Jamie will oversee quality control as his handpicked crew builds your new home.

It's a level of care and attention that comes from experience. After completing his apprenticeship, Jamie spent 15 years working both in New Zealand and abroad, from high-end residential housing to commercial fit-outs, bringing with him the best of overseas trends and knowledge when he came home to Christchurch to start his own family.

“Because we only complete a select number of houses each year, it enables us to concentrate on the relationship with the client,” Jamie says.

“That's what I like about Build7, we can concentrate on ensuring each client gets the special journey they deserve.”

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TheHEAT is on In recent weeks we've been given a small taste of what's to come around the seasonal corner and, although nothing is prettier than the snow-capped Alps framing our city, the cold snap has many of us re-evaluating our home heating options.

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“In the modern day there is a wide variety of heating options available and there are a number of factors which determine the best heating system for you.”

A specialty store for anyone looking for residential heating, whether it is space heating or water heating, where you can view the various forms of home heating attractively displayed and operating and see exactly how they look and perform when installed, Simply Heat really is a one stop home heating shop.

“No one should make a decision about home heating until they have visited our showroom,” Steve says. “We have one of the most comprehensive ranges of heating options in the country.”

Simply Heat, with its expansive showroom at 95 Byron Street in Sydenham, showcases all the upmarket and cutting edge technologies in heating and stocks the largest range of heating appliances from leading global brands.

Simply Heat is not limited to one or two brands. The company sells all forms and is quite unbiased as to what option will best suit your requirements.

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“We offer radiator central heating systems, underfloor hydronic heating and ducted gas heating systems. Then we have solar hot water and Photovoltaics (PV), which enable you to generate

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Simply heat is constantly bringing in new working models to please all tastes, from traditional to modern.

Amongst the latest to arrive is the AF700 gas fire from Escea, a redefined retrofit fireplace which is the perfect replacement for a brick chimney fire or a timber wall fireplace, and the Gazco

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“What's key is that we offer an unbiased opinion on the options and we can assist you in finding the best system for you,” Steve says.

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You can then walk through a series of interlinked mini showrooms, each dedicated to a different form of heating.

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IT'S WHO WE ARE Architect Cymon Allfrey reflects on the importance of history…

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Language is the skill that we as humans, have to transact, offer, request, assert. It is what sets us apart from other beings. Universally it is an action which unites us, and I have long been a believer in the concept that 'language is the means through which the future is already written. It is also the means through which it can be rewritten.'

elen Keller comments: “I was like an unconscious clod of earth.

Then, suddenly…I awoke to language…I was lifted from nothingness to human life.”

Language is the manner in which we articulate our views, our values, our ethics, morals and culture, things which are important, and unimportant. It communicates who we are. And architecture is a tangible realisation of all of this. The world over, as you go in and out of cities you get an understanding of the people, the way they live and what makes them unique, through the built environment.

As we look at the many debates going on around the city about the future of our architectural landscape, it is

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important to understand that while we can rewrite our future, we are doing so with a language we have already acquired. While the future isn't predetermined, the way in which we have formed our ideas and our identity has been.

There is nothing you can do that changes where you have been.

We are who we are because of the past. We cannot undo or forget, without changing our values and purpose. Our identity rests on core anchors, some of which are architecture. And we can't afford to lose these. There is an opportunity in front of us to take our icons and exemplars of eight hundred plus years of human habitation and nurture and enhance them.

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They are the anchors of our history and should be retained for their uniqueness.

They should be retained to stand side by side with the next generation of icons.

Our architectural language and history is our identity. We cannot forget who we are, or the journey these buildings have undergone. They are amazing examples of people, time and generations of work. They are buildings which have become precious because of the contribution they have made to our identity, not because they are buildings of note.

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THE KEY TO KITCHENS The kitchen is the most important room in a house. It is where the food which feeds a family is created and the social centre of many homes.

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A family business, Daniela and Mark Markova have expertise gained from many years in the industry and bring a European flavour to their New Zealand designs.

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Daniela and Mark Markova “We want the kitchen to speak for itself,” says Daniela, who designs the spaces based on clients specific needs, working from plans or site visits. “No two kitchens are ever the same.”

Key to the success of their designs is listening closely to exactly what their clients are looking for and how they will use the space, and working with them to integrate the kitchen into the existing

architecture and the entire home.

“We like to explore and give them options,” says Daniela, who creates a selection of designs which clients can then view through 3D software. The software enables clients to easily visualise exactly what the end product will look and feel like, and allows Daniela to play to colour and finish.

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installation, sourcing quality materials that are made to last from local joinery manufacturers, which Mark installs himself to an exceptionally high standard.

“We start and we finish it – we leave our clients happy,” says Daniela with a smile.

Dema Kitchens also provide design and installation work for joinery, not only across the home including offices, wardrobe spaces and entertainment units, but also for commercial and corporate spaces.

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A COMPLETELY REVAMPED WEBSITE IS SOON TO BE RELEASED AT WWW.SHOWERWELL.CO.NZ

MAKE YOUR BATHROOM STAND OUT It's often the smallest room of the house, but when it comes to impact, it's one of the most important. Yes, the bathroom is one space where size doesn't count.

When it comes to making your bathroom stand out, local familyowned bathroom supply and installation firm Showerwell is just the place to go.

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completely revamped website is soon to be released at www.showerwell.co.nz which will feature many of the company's products in an easy to view format. “This website has a new fresh look and is much easier to navigate than our previous one,” managing director Nick Mallia explains.

“It will also give us the ability to offer some of our most popular products directly from the site rather than physically coming in store.”

Although new bathrooms and renovations are a key part of the business, Showerwell is heavily involved in wardrobe shelving and storage systems, painted glass splash backs, offering bespoke solutions for a number of applications, and a proven track record on commercial projects around the region. Clients include Ryman Healthcare and Ramada Hotels amongst others.

The family business is also getting

ready to launch a new and exciting brand which focuses on those clients wanting a premium custom designed storage solution for their home. Innovation and custom solutions are a key part of the company's ethos.

Established in Christchurch by David and Robyn Mallia more than 14 years ago, three generations of Mallia family members are today involved in the business, from factory floor through to managing director.

“Our customer is the local home owner, developer or designer who is looking for a stylish and affordable range of products, supplied locally, manufactured to fit the brief and installed by local professionals,” Nick explains. “That's what we pride ourselves on.”

For more information on Showerwell phone (03) 343 2223, visit the showroom at 7 Washbournes Road, Sockburn or visit www.showerwellchristchurch.co.nz.

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Redcliffs 13 Augusta Street

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A Heart Warmer For Your Family This beautifully presented renovated villa is large and spacious with recent extensions and all EQC work complete.

The home is filled with character, polished timber floors, wood panelling and good heating. A variety of separate living options includes a work from home office studio with its own access and a large kitchen with conservatory styled windows. These rooms enjoy plenty of sun and direct access to a private paved entertainment area.

There is also a double garage and extra off street parking. You´ll find this a handy location close to all amenities. Our owners are ready to move and start their new chapter up North - will you be the lucky new family?

Sumner

Auction: Thursday 14th May 2pm at Harcourts Grenadier, 98 Moorhouse Ave View: www.harcourts.co.nz/FM4587 Open homes: Wednesdays and Sundays 2.45-3.30pm

Alison Carter

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44 Revelation Drive

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Oceans of Home This expansive contemporary residence designed by architect Stewart Ross enjoys captivating panoramic views which stretch across the ocean and the city.

The attention to detail and a relentless focus on quality are evident throughout this magnificent home, which boasts five generously proportioned bedrooms and three living areas. Of course, all the additional extras you'd expect in a home of this calibre are present and the EQC work has been complete. This timeless home really is the complete package and is perfect for families of all shapes and sizes. With a sale urgently sought and interest sure to be high, prospective purchasers are advised to proceed with haste.

Contact me today for more information.

Auction: Friday 22nd May 2pm at Harcourts Grenadier, 98 Moorhouse Ave. View: www.harcourts.co.nz/FM4596 Open Homes: Wednesdays 6-7pm & Saturdays 2-3pm

Alison Carter

P 03 384 7950 M 0274 318 960 E alison.carter@harcourts.co.nz Ferrymead Licenced Agent REAA 2008

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Rolleston

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Rolleston

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$545,000

4 Genoa Ave

AMAZING!!! Turnkey Option - Lucky You

Ooh... look at this Opportunity - Turnkey Option.

Situated on a 700 sq.m section, this modern 200 sq.m, located in the Levi Park subdivision, this four bedroom and two bathroom family home is about to be constructed. North facing to capture all day sun, you will enjoy the private outdoor living aspect. Features master bedroom with walk-in-robe and ensuite. Family bathroom, a plethora of storage and quality appliances.

Generous size living area with indoor-outdoor flow, adjoining the open plan kitchen and dining.

Double glazed aluminium windows, triple car garaging with two remotes and internal access. Also includes heatpump, separate laundry, clothes line, patio, paths, hydro-lawn and letter box.

Call for your plans and specifications list today.

Situated in the fabulous Levi Park subdivision, this is a fantastic four bedroom, two bathroom, brand new family home that is about to be constructed.

With the ability to choose your colour scheme, carpet and theme throughout this stunningly well portioned home. Situated on a glorious 656 sq.m site. This four bedroom home features two bathrooms, master with walk-in-robe, two generous living spaces, one being formal and the other a kids room. Plenty of storage and quality appliances. Double glazed aluminium windows, double garage with two remotes with internal access. Also includes heatpump, clothes line, exposed aggregate concrete patio and paths, hydro-lawn and even the letter box is included.

Full plans available and specifications list to pursue.

Call for a more detail information pack now.

Governers Bay

743 Gebbies Pass

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Sheltered Lifestyle in 15 Minutes - Vendor wants SOLD This beautifully positioned property takes full advantage of its rural and valley views, with perfectly positioned windows to capture the ambience of nature. Solidly constructed in brick, the exterior and interior is in aesthetic accord with the landscape.

Function and space are reflected by the four large bedrooms, two large family bathrooms featuring a tiled floor with underfloor heating. Study and the separate laundry which compliments any family living. Open plan living area with another separate formal living, where you can enjoy the amazing views. In ground pool will delight the children and adults alike.

Desirable rural lifestyle for can be easily achieved with 2.3045 hectares of land. (stock yards included and five bay sheds included). This property offers a peaceful family lifestyle for the lucky purchasers for many years to come. The property is being sold as plus GST.

Auction: Wednesday 27 May 1:00 p.m. (The Russley Golf Club) View: www.harcourts.co.nz/IM50754 Open Home: Sunday 17 May 11.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.

Viewings by appointment are welcomed.

Juliet Lill

Licenced Agent REAA 2008

M 021 040 1989 P 03 351 3002 E juliet.lill@harcourts.co.nz 397-399 Ilam Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8053

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