From the expansive dark-wood bar and elegant chandeliers to the cosy outdoor courtyard and fireplace, first impressions of Wanaka’s Lipsky & Sons are of pure sophistication. The chic style infiltrates the restaurant’s every detail from the glassware to the menu, which highlights tender, New York-inspired steaks
Novel Queenstown tourism venture Check In is an online platform created by sisters Karmela and Maria Rapata, connecting visitors to a genuine local experience through a personalised concierge service. “ We are a true local point of contact with a professional service and a friendly face.
The overriding philosophy behind the creation of exciting art pieces by Metalworks Wanakais environmental sustainability, providing art that will exist for generations. For more than 15 years, talented engineer Steve Rumore has designed and crafted metal, iron and steel into either functional home accessories or outstanding
New Zealand’s only Master Certified Picture Framer (MCPF) Dave Marsh of Queenstown’s Aurum Gallery has an international following for his outstanding work. “I was working for Pipeline Bungy and had considered framing as a change of direction but was told there was a lot of competition
New Zealand food editor and celebrity chef Nici Wickes is recognised nationally for her award-winning food styling and television shows. As an ambassador for Belling Ovens she is inspired by the innovative British cooking appliances. QT Magazine spoke to her to find out what motivates
Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat’s sustainability goodness nestled at the head of Lake Wakatipu has been beckoning for a couple of years now. New Zealand's first Net Positive Energy Retreat and Accommodation opened in early 2018 and was built using green and sustainable design philosophies and materials
New technology is having a significant impact on the future of air quality across New Zealand and there is a growing commitment to creating a cleaner, greener Central Otago. Air pollution in Otago during winter is reported as among the worst in the country and ten
Heli Glenorchy, owned by Action Helicopters Limited and one of the Southern Lakes’ top scenic helicopter companies, has announced the acquisition of Heliworks Queenstown. Heli Glenorchy director and chief pilot Nick Nicholson and co-director and maintenance controller Blair Christmas said they were proud and delighted to
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Carl Carrington to its Board. Carl was Chief Executive of Moana for six years, previously known as Aotearoa Fisheries. Moana has a major interest in Sealord which in turn owns 100% of Petuna, a
Creating memorable hospitality experiences has become a way of life for Malcolm and Meron Blakey and their Cargo Brewery team. They recently opened their second Queenstown location at the former Gantley’s Hotel in Arthurs Point taking over the historic goldfields pub and garden bar and launching