Wānaka’s Alchemy Bistro & Bar is the brainchild of Claire Ellis who has transformed the daytime café into a sophisticated social hotspot. “I always wanted to own a coffee shop with a busy yet relaxed family friendly vibe,” and after buying Alchemy over three years ago
Cromwell’s Wooing Tree Estate, designed as a new gateway to the town, is set to undergo a huge transformation during 2023 with the construction of over 115 new homes, a new Wooing Tree wine cellar door, bar and restaurant and childcare centre. Wooing Tree Estate is
The recent restoration and conversion of one of Queenstown’s oldest buildings into boutique accommodation has brought new life to the historic Hicks Cottage near the Old Shotover bridge. The 150-year-old category 3 listed heritage cottage on Old School Road was built by Thomas Hicks in the
The harvest of nearly 200 hectares of conifer forest near Queenstown is creating significant opportunities for recreation and biodiversity as well as striking a blow against the spread of wilding pines. Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Community Services General Manager Kenneth Bailey says the council is
Arrowtown destination store Goals which is dedicated to designer active wear and streetwear has a fresh image as the business celebrates seven years. Sophie Gibbs and Caroline Walak are the faces behind the store along with their sister Elizabeth Wallace-Gibbs. “We’ve refreshed the layout to cater for
Central Otago specialist bike company Bike It Now! has built a solid link across Central Otago bike trails with its three stores in Clyde, Cromwell and Wanaka providing professional service, bike rentals and self-guided tours and shuttles for tourists and the local biking community. The brand
Clyde art destination Eade Gallery is continuing its series of successful solo and duo solo exhibitions this year highlighting works by Central Otago and New Zealand artists the gallery represents. “ With regards to the duo solos we wanted to bring another level to our exhibitions
Renowned Scandinavian clothing brand Devold has strengthened its ties with New Zealand merino growers pledging to use 100 per cent merino for its production of high-performance wool garments. “This is a significant step for the brand that speaks directly to the importance we place on ethics
Edgewater Lake Wanaka has a fresh face in its day-to-day management with the appointment of Colin McCLean as general manager. Mr McClean’s appointment was announced by the hotel’s board late last year after the current GM Catherine Bone resigned to return to the United Kingdom. Colin has
Celebrated Wānaka restaurant Kika has been named in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Discovery list for the second consecutive year. The annual awards recognise the best up and coming restaurants and hospitality experiences internationally. “It’s exciting and a great boost for our team who are incredibly proud