Paddons Paddock Winery, a family run vineyard in Wānaka is attracting a steady stream of visitors to its boutique cellar door for wine tastings and larger events. The business is operated by Chris and Jackie Paddon who started out with the first plantings of Pinot Noir
Wānaka’s wine industry continues to stand out with another haul of gold medals, this time for two stellar wines from the Aitken’s Folly Vineyard. The vineyard has recently received two gold, a silver and a bronze award at the New Zealand International Wine Show. Gold medals were
Ongoing international demand and low stock levels mean that New Zealand winemakers are hopeful for a significantly larger harvest in 2022 to boost the industry, according to New Zealand Winegrowers’ CEO Philip Gregan. “The 2021 harvest, while of exceptional quality, was 19 percent smaller than the
This October’s local body elections are an opportunity for residents and ratepayers to play an active role in shaping the future of the district. That is the message from Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) chief executive, Mike Theelen who says now is a good time for
It was a red-letter day for the developers of Five Mile when they officially opened Building 7, colloquially known as the Sudima Hotel complex, late last year. The $75 million dollar project had been planned for a number of years and developer Craig Greenwood says the
The premium style of food, service and presentation at Queenstown’s award-winning Jervois Steak House gives new meaning to the concept of an authentic steak house. “Our chefs only source the very best, finest cuts showcasing quality New Zealand, Australian and Japanese beef and lamb and this
An exclusive platform for up-and-coming New Zealand musicians to display their talent, alongside professional artists, is set to delight music lovers in Queenstown during Easter 2022. The Whakatipu Music Festival marries high-performance artists, community engagement and local workforce capability with showcase performances from world-class New Zealand
Queenstown’s newest spa, Moss Spa, at the Five Mile centre offers wellness, rejuvenation and relaxation with an array of high-quality spa treatments. The contemporary, luxury space caters for Queenstown locals as well as visitors to the region and guests staying at the recently opened Sudima Hotel,
Bigger is better when it comes to prints and patterns this autumn season at Arrowtown boutique fashion store Wallace and Gibbs. From floor grazing skirts and dresses to textural fabrications the fashion direction leading into winter is for a brighter fashion focus. “We have tapped into a
A highlight of autumn for me is foraging and field mushrooms are such a treat to gather following rain. Foraged food added to any dish of leftovers can make the most delicious meal and is a wonderful way to avoid food waste. Jane Shaw - Provisions Cafe QT