The Stoaker Room Bistro & Bar with its barrel cuisine cooked in original French Oak Pinot Noir wine barrels is a standout experience designed specifically for Kiwis who are attracted by the restaurant’s philosophy of “hunt, gather, eat and enjoy”. Founder and co-owner Quintin Quider invented
Wānaka human health strategist Claire Akin-Smith is helping businesses thrive by creating dynamic, cohesive teams through precision wellness and performance coaching. Claire, a physiotherapist in the UK for many years before arriving to live in Auckland in 2013 and moving to Wānakafive years later, originally worked through her
Daylight saving in September ushered in the highly anticipated release of Rockburn’s Stolen Kiss Rosé 2021, marking its 15th vintage since it was first produced. General Manager Tim Severne says “it all began when winemaker Malcolm Francis-Rees ‘stole’ some Pinot Noir grapes destined for Rockburn’s flagship Central
Summer is a great time to explore the stunning Gibbston region and with a cellar door representing five of the region’s most awarded wineries Kinross is a must-visit on the itinerary. “Gibbston is fast becoming one of summer’s hottest Queenstown day trip options with numerous cellar
A hidden lake in a remote part of Fiordland is the focus of a genuine Kiwi experience created by Fiordland Outdoors to encourage New Zealanders to see more of their own backyard. Owners Mark and Christine Wallace saw the potential for visiting the little-known Lake Hankinson
The Milford Haven scenic cruise on Milford Sound is much more than just a boat trip with its contemporary fit out and stylish cafe setting it apart and reinforcing its role as a leading operator in the area. RealNZ Milford Sound experience manager Chantelle Gray says
Moss Spa, the recently opened spa at the Five Mile centre is an oasis of wellness, rejuvenation and relaxation with an array of high-quality spa treatments. Manager Maree Welgus says the contemporary space in the hotel caters for Queenstown locals as well as guests from
Sarah McBride and Sarena Glass of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty have an enviable reputation in the Queenstown property industry as a highly successful partnership. QT Magazine spoke to them about the latest trends. How challenging have the past 18 months been due to the global
Janie Reese wants to encourage more women to play golf and she has a mission as a professional golf mentor to make the game more fun and less intimidating through her business Kiss My Putt. “I want to take the fear out of golf, remove the
NZ Open organisers have a strong commitment to getting the largest event on New Zealand’s golfing calendar back on track in 2022 after a forced cancellation in 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. “Despite the uncertainties that continue to exist we’re working hard behind the scenes