New ownership of Wānaka burger bar Red Star has led to a refreshed line up of fast food options at the popular downtown eatery. Local operators of food truck Burrito Craft Julia and Mark Magee took over the venture in June from Scotty and Ash Bickley. “We had joked with Scotty
Public Bar & Kitchen is arguably the best seat in town in its dress circle location on the Steamer Wharf beside Lake Whakatipu. Owned and operated by Jan Rae, Alex Boyes and Marty and Megan James of the Wai Dining Group the established restaurant and bar has recently been refreshed
Queenstown’s Jervois Steak House (JSH) in the Brecon Street dining quarter is the go to restaurant for the best steak in town. “JSH is a true, authentic steak house offering an impressive line up of first-class meats sourced from some of the world’s best beef producers across New Zealand, Australia and
After four years of delivering wow moments to diners from all around the world as well as locals Margo’s is fun, vibrant, definitely lively and a little bit cheeky. But above all the flavour packed Mexican-inspired food is exceptional. It’s unapologetically not a traditional Mexican but explores new tastes, textures
Chiropractor Cole Mackie is embarking on a new era at Queenstown Health taking over the popular Queenstown clinic from founder and long-term owner Neki Patel. “Although I will be the owner of Queenstown Health as of April next year everything will pretty much stay the same. Neki has spent 30 years
The 104th New Zealand Open presented by Sky Sport in Queenstown is expected to draw the traditional large crowds to Millbrook Resort’s two championship 18-hole courses from February 27 until March 2 2025. Entry is free for spectators to watch international class golf featuring 156 professional players competing in a unique
Greenstone Entertainment will celebrate their 15th year anniversary in 2025 with an all-star, powerhouse bill featuring renowned artists Gold Chisel, ICEHOUSE, Bic Runga and Everclear at the 2025 Summer Concert Tour. The 2025 Summer Concert tour will play in Queenstown at Gibbston Valley Winery on Saturday, January 18, followed by Taupo
Bringing a festive blend of small businesses together in one marketplace was Emma Mowat’s vision for Wānaka’s Gather Market. “We held our first market in December last year and the response was unreal. People loved discovering local talent with stallholders having a successful day,” says Emma. “It was amazing to support
Prominent jade carvings and jewellery made from New Zealand pounamu are displayed front and centre at Arrowtown’s renowned Jade & Opal Factory. The venture was established by Gary Mullings in the 1990s and his son Lee-Roy later became involved as a carver training under well-known Queenstown master carver Rob Lyons.
Angus Watson never deliberately set out to be an artist but today is one of Queenstown’s best known and most talented painters creating anything from outstanding landscapes to nude figures. For more than 35 years he has committed to his work which began in 1988 with a friend wanting a painting
Queenstown artist Ivan Clarke opened his first gallery in the resort 30 years ago and this year marks the 20th anniversary of his prominent Camp Street gallery which houses an extensive collection of his powerful New Zealand landscapes, impressionist florals and rural panoramas displayed alongside his legendary whimsical Lonely Dog
There is an unmistakable timelessness about Queenstown furniture designer Ed Cruikshank’s work. Often understated and always beautiful it is crafted from natural tactile materials and built to get better with use and the passage of time spanning generations. Ed’s creative journey and lifelong passion for fine craftsmanship and beauty began in England where he trained as
Wānaka’s Edgewater hotel general manager Leigh Stock has turned the full circle returning to take over the lead role after an absence of ten years. “I left Edgewater in 2014 seeking new opportunities for professional growth after a long and successful stint since 2003 and was fortunate to work with Trojan Holdings
Infinite Energy are Central Otago specialists in solar power technologies and QT Magazine talked to CEO Regan Heal about renewable energy solutions for local homeowners. Are Infinite Energy’s solar solutions bespoke? The market is full of system packages however we are strongly against solar being productised and highly recommend having a solution
Working with gemstones to create beautifully understated every day jewellery blows the mind of Cristin Waite of Dunedin’s LUUM Workshop. “Our earth creates these vibrant and carefully constructed beauties, they’re just phenomenal – somehow both exhilarating and grounding. They are meaningfully symbolic and I believe carry metaphysical healing properties.” The Antiques Roadshow
The 104th New Zealand Open presented by Sky Sport in Queenstown is expected to draw the traditional large crowds to Millbrook Resort’s two championship 18-hole courses from February 27 until March 2 2025. Entry is free for spectators to watch international class golf featuring 156 professional players competing in a unique