The historic Cardrona Hotel has been serving up its unique style of hospitality since 1863 and today its award-winning restaurant and charming boutique accommodation continues the legacy. Functions manager Dean Burgess says visitors travelling through the Cardrona Valley are intrigued by the old hotel’s façade which
The Imperium Luxury Collection group executive chef Trent Watson is making his mark on new seasonal dishes for Eichardt’s, The Grille and No5 Church Lane. Drawing on his vast culinary experience with five-star catering companies, premium hotels and restaurants as well as stints touring with rock
With a range of customised solar energy solutions to suit any home, commercial premises or buildings Cromwell business Infinite Energy’s clients are reaping the rewards of their solar systems. “Taking control of your home’s energy future is empowering,” says general manager Regan Heal. “Our clients often
Two time Coast to Coast World Multisport Champion and Wānaka Challenge course record holder Dougal Allan has spent 15 years as an elite endurance racer tackling some of the world’s toughest events. Wānaka is his home training ground and QT Magazine spoke to him, among
Following the success of their award-winning eco cloths and bamboo wipes in New Zealand and Australia, the Tauranga founders of Good Change are pushing ahead with the launch of another innovative eco-friendly cleaning range. Kristy Hunter and Stine Smith have been working with some of New
Acclaimed Wānaka chef James Stapley, whose restaurant Kika recently won its first hat in the New Zealand Cuisine Good Food Awards, knows a thing or two about new eatery start-ups with four already to his name. Owner of Kika, Arc and Wee Tart, James and his partner Sarah Scott have
With its five-year milestone on the horizon for Clyde boutique Lily & Esther owner Anna McRichie is quietly preparing to raise a glass to her store and its celebration of New Zealand designer clothing. “Our fashion story started with just six designer labels – Juliette Hogan,
“Local food bringing people together” is the mantra for Queenstown’s premiere waterfront restaurant Public Kitchen & Bar that blends regional food and wine in a relaxed, social setting. “The restaurant is very much a social space created for people to use in any way they want,”
The judges in this year’s Great NZ Toastie Takeover have a difficult decision ahead as 13 outstanding finalists are revealed in the battle for the country’s top toasted sandwich. With a whopping 100,000 toasties served up since the first round of judging, the competition’s more than 180 entries
The latest top-to-toe fashion collections at GOALS store in Arrowtown showcase leading luxury leisure and active wear brands. From working out to staying in, Goals has fashion sorted this season. “Active wear is not always an easy online purchase, and our team are so good at