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Sumner Post Office
Restored to glory and proudly standing on Nayland Street, Sumner Post Office is the neighbourhood’s new favourite place to eat, drink, and give back to the community...
London Canteen
London Canteen is a suburban oasis of a café located just off Christchurch’s busy Barrington Street, found next to a bustling plant centre and providing a true...
Ozone Coffee Walker Street
The ultimate coffee hosts, Ozone Coffee, has a reputation around New Zealand and beyond for producing superior specialty coffee.
Lillies
An ethereal green glow emanates from the windows of what looks to be another garage workshop in Christchurch’s industrial neighbourhood of Phillipstown.
NOKI
On the corner of Papanui Road and Bealey Ave, NOKI harnesses the deliciousness of Korean ingredients to make brunch interesting again.
Swoon Store
Everything you need to know about this store is in the name.
Bar Yoku
The ultimate izakaya experience in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Bar Yoku is something special.
Frances Nation Café
Frances Nation Café is a go-to in Christchurch for superb coffee and delicious food.
Scoundrel
A destination on the east side of town, just a stone’s throw away from Te Kaha Christchurch stadium, Scoundrel is one of those spots you wander into once and know instantly...
Triangle Espresso, Ashburton
Triangle Espresso is a landmark of Ashburton’s up-and-coming Triangle District.
The Rabbit, Ashburton
The Rabbit is an exciting eatery in the heart of The Triangle in Ashburton.
Cleavers Corner, Ashburton
Cleavers Corner is the locals’ go-to in Ashburton.
Smoke Restaurant, Ashburton
Ashburton’s Smoke restaurant is a carnivore’s haven specialising in American low and slow barbeque.
The Cakelady, Ashburton
Tharina Nel is the Cakelady of Ashburton. A self-taught baker of incredible creations, she can whip up just about anything you can imagine.
Dune Café
On the corner of Bridge Street and Estuary Road in the heart of South Brighton, you’ll find Dune Café.
Moon Under Water
Moon Under Water features all the best aspects of a classic pub that’s up with the times when it comes to great brews, food and service.
Estelle
A sophisticated sibling to Tom’s sandwich bar on Christchurch’s Southwark Street, Estelle sits neatly just a few strides and a diagonal road crossing away in a space...
Bohemian Bakery St Martins
Bohemian Bakery’s St Martins shop provides the south of the city with all of the carby goodness familiar from the bakery’s other locations.
The Little High Eatery
A collection of eateries housed in an open space building, Little High is more than your typical food cooperative.
Muy Muy
Muy Muy breathes a breath of warm Central American air to the edge of Christchurch’s CBD.
Sweet Soul Patisserie
Step in through the floor-to-ceiling glass doors of Sweet Soul Patisserie, and you will immediately be greeted with an air of amicable sophistication.
Black Burger
Found in the heart of the hustle and bustle of Christchurch’s Riverside Market, is the small but perfectly primed kitchen that Black Burger calls home.
Child Sister
Seeking a calm environment with aesthetically-pleasing interior decor, complete with incredible coffee and delicious food to match? Then look no further, Child Sister has...
The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage is exactly that, the former home of the Vicars from St Mary’s Church in Halswell.
General Post
You’ll find a few golden nuggets interspersed around Tai Tapu, and General Post is one of them.
Paddy McNaughton’s
Paddy McNaughton’s is a pint-sized pub with Guinness and Magners on tap. It’s the closest thing to a Dublin pub this side of the equator. Live music every week.
Greystone Wines
A day exploring the magic being made by Greystone Wines in Waipara is a day well spent.
Posh Porridge
Posh Porridge offers boutique flavours and lashings of luxury toppings for its porridge bowls. Just pop into its Montreal St location and find out for yourself.
Foundation Café
Foundation is fully licensed, serving up flavoursome fare seamlessly integrated into Otautahi’s world-class library, Tūranga.
Gelato & Tea
Gelato & Tea offers homemade gelato and a range of tea drinks, alongside a selection of delicious sweet treats.
Gelato Lab
Gelato Lab churns out traditional gelato in a number of delicious and ever-changing flavours, all made on-site by two passionate ladies.
Dux Dine
Dux Dine is one of those rare gems where anyone and everyone has a place at the table, in a cosy, home-like atmosphere.
Grizzly Baked Goods
Effortlessly cool with a friendly and inviting vibe, Grizzly Baked Goods will have you feeling like you’ve woken up in another city.
The Birdwood
Much-loved neighbourhood cafe by day, knock-out contemporary Italian eatery by night – The Birdwood might just be the dream local hospo joint.
OGB
A speakeasy-style bar, OGB serves up an old-school approach to hospitality.
Civil and Naval
This Lyttelton spot offers a well thought-out sharing menu dotted with memorable plates along with excellent wine, beer and cocktails.
Ōtoromiro Hotel
Perched at its grand position on a hillside at the end of Te Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour, the historical Ōtoromiro Hotel offers hard-to-beat views, friendly service and...
