The first stage of The Precinct in Wanaka is open for business in late summer bringing a high-end industrial edge to retailing in the downtown area. Inspired by the site’s origins as the Wanaka Police Station and the industrial aesthetic of New York, the complex spans
Queenstown Interiors and Wanaka Interiors are recognised nationally for their award-winning and dynamic interior design. Created by Julia Foley and Janine Fitchew the business is a reflection of their combined designer styles, talents and expertise. QT Magazine spoke to Janine about their design services and
A passion for food and hospitality runs in the family for Alastair and Melanie Hunt who operate the neighbourhood restaurant, Monkey Farm Bar & Eatery at Wanaka’s Northlake Estate. Mel and Alistair, who is the current New Zealand Davis Cup tennis coach, have operated four restaurants
Southern Lakes specialist optometrists Ocula competes on a global level providing distinctive eyewear from a curated collection of leading international brands. Owner and managing director Danielle Ross says the diverse range of frame styles found at their eyewear boutiques in Queenstown and Wanaka are designed to
Black Bear Kitchen combines the ambience and cuisine of a quality restaurant with the intimacy of a private home. Created by long-time Wanaka resident Carole Ayres Black Bear Kitchen is a personal cooking company offering an authentic dining experience in homes and accommodation as well as
In a world-first move Queenstown’s Hilton Hotel has opened a cellar door representing prominent Central Otago vineyard, Three Miners of Alexandra. Owner Kirstin Wright says it is their first off-site cellar door and visitors to the Hilton in Kawarau Village can experience their wines accompanied by
Queenstown’s waterfront provides a superb backdrop for Finz Seafood & Grill which, inspired by its surroundings, has become one of the resort’s best known and stylish eateries. The restaurant is now open for lunch during summer, as well as evening dining, and the Kiwi style menu
More than 20,000 avocado lovers in New Zealand buy their fruit via an online delivery service which is gaining a significant following in the Southern Lakes. The Avo Tree supplies Haas avocados from its base in the Bay of Plenty and the seed of what was
One of the Wakatipu’s most historic pubs is reopening for summer under the guidance of an award-winning Queenstown craft brewer. Cargo Brewery has taken over the former Gantley’s hotel at Arthur’s Point, which was built in 1863 during the Otago gold rush. It takes its name
Lake Wakatipu is the backdrop for a luxury voyage on board the yacht, Pacific Jemm, which is meeting a demand from visitors who want an exclusive cruising experience close to Queenstown. Owned by the Imperium Collection, which has cornered Queenstown’s luxury boutique market with its Eichardt’s