Outstanding food, delicious cocktails, locals’ favourites and stunning views make summer the best time to check out these Queenstown icons. A go-to destination in the heart of Queenstown odd saint is a firm visitor and locals’ favourite for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Summertime is the perfect
The historic Gantley’s hotel built in 1865 to provide a welcome stopover for Otago gold miners was the inspiration for the recently opened ultra-modern Brew Hall events space, brewery and distillery. Developed by The Cargo Collective the complex is the brainchild of Malcolm and Meron Blakey
Upgrade your summer wardrobe with fresh new activewear, chic fashion and streetwear and the latest footwear from luxury lifestyle store GOALS. The vibes are high with summer collections featuring athletic inspiration from The Upside, Lorna Jane and Aim’n and fashion direction from Staple the Label,
The WoolPress Arrowtown offers a wide variety of high quality natural apparel, outdoor clothing and gifts for locals and holiday makers. The superbly curated store has been operating in Buckingham Street for over 25 years featuring high profile brands that cover the four seasons. “The Woolpress is
Wānaka store Kinisi is dedicated to all things athletic with owners Ian and Jane Evans on a mission to support the local running community. “We felt there was a great opportunity for a specialised running store to provide excellence in advice, gear and motivation,” says Jane.
Isle of Eden is a proudly independent New Zealand eyewear brand creating high-quality eyewear that not only looks good but that customers feel good about wearing.“We are always working on ways to reduce our environmental footprint, from sourcing earth-friendly materials to use for our hand crafted
The Next Chapter independent bookstore in Wānaka has evolved as an important community gathering place where people can experience more than just books. Owners Jenny Ainge and Sally Battson consider they have achieved their vision to create a welcoming space in their distinctive container style
Emerging young New Zealand talent will perform at Queenstown’s 2025 Twilight Opera in the Garden in February celebrating the event’s fifth anniversary. The opera on February 9 is organised by the Arrowtown Creative Arts Society (ACAS) at Springpointer Garden in Lower Shotover in collaboration for the
Cosmetic appearance nurse Caroline Holloway has found a niche with her Wānaka boutique clinic offering a range of skincare treatments. “I held my first clinic in June 2024 and the response was amazing. I was fully booked for the September clinic and have progressively added more
Occupying a prestigious address on Queenstown’s Steamer Wharf Finz Seafood & Grill has been transformed into a vibrant hospitality hotspot after a 12-month renovation. The chance to expand the restaurant’s footprint motivated Marty James, Jan Rae and Alex Boyes of the Wai Dining Group to undertake