Gothic city
Christchurch's heart of stone
From the 1850s, many of Christchurch's grandest buildings were built in Gothic Revival style.
Mushers & mutts
Sled-dog racing in Canterbury
By KATE PREECE
While most Cantabrians remain tucked up indoors, a group of dedicated athletes rely on temperatures below 13 degrees.
A couple of classics
By ROSA SHIELS
It's difficult to remember a time when David McPhail wasn't entertaining television and theatre audiences.
City chicks: Kiwis in Riccarton
The great spotted kiwi is heading towards the endangered list, but a safe haven in Riccarton Bush is protecting our kiwi babes.
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Tutto Bene
Having an Italian craving? Join the queue at this Merivale hot spot.
Galangal Thai Cuisine
A new spot for a taste of Thai, on Cashel St.
In your neighbourhood
Café de la gare
Warm on the inside
We went searching for dark, bear-like caves in which to hibernate, eat happy food and while away a little of winter.
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Matawhero makes a comeback
Matawhero Wines had fallen off the radar since its first vintage in 1975. But now it's back, full of promise.
Cartel
It's a tight squeeze, but it's worth the effort to make yourself comfy at Cartel.
Pomeroy's Old Brewery Inn
El Santo Porteno
Kiss from a rainbow
We've found something to heat you from the inside out.
Roast pumpkin, spinach & ricotta crespelle
Take a crepe to a whole new level with this delicious recipe.
Grilled rib-eye
How to make the perfect steak and fries, thanks head chef at Fresh.
Molten cakes
Crispy-skinned salmon on sautéed garlic potatoes
Warm carrot cakes
A delicious end to a meal, Adrian Lowrey's carrot cakes come with all the trimmings.
Wear it out
Use the winter blues to your advantage.
Eyes on the prize
Are your eyes giving it all away? Even your age? Kate Preece looks into eye treatments for every budget.
Casual, yet stylish fashion
Coming of age
Frills & chills
Don't let the cold keep you inside. Get your glam on with these fabulous outfits.
The full monty
A spacious property underwent a complete revamp in eight months.
Arc de triomphe
A sleek arc curves with the land and faces out to sea, making perfect use of the spectacular views.
Grand old dame
Park life
Flourishing flora
Textured plants are perfect for a hassle-free city garden that looks good year-round.
At a stretch
Joanna Davis gets taken for a ride to Oxford in a stretch Hummer and finds it a comfortable - and conspicuous - commute.
Oval Office
Each member is a well-known, accomplished New Zealand musician in their own right. Together, it's pure funk magic.
Homestead hopping
Carmen's leading lady
A couple of classics
It's difficult to remember a time when David McPhail wasn't entertaining television and theatre audiences.
July
Winter's here and Avenues has what you need to get through those long, dark days.
June
Everything from sports features on Ryan Nelsen, Anna Simcic and Annelise Coberger, to a look at choosing the right high school.
May
April
August
We explore the Gothic heart of Christchurch, reveal an inner-city creche for the endangered great spotted kiwi, and more!
Things that go bump in the night
Come nightfall, the Arts Centre becomes a place where only brave, hardy souls dare to tread.
Hanmer Springs getaway
Less than a 90-minute drive from Christchurch is a place renowned for reviving weary bodies and souls.
One of a kind
Appreciating the old & dated
Gothic city
From the 1850s, many of Christchurch's grandest buildings were built in Gothic Revival style.
