There is a great vibe at Beat Street cafe. Expect shabby-chic furniture, organic milk and vegetarian fare. The staff are super friendly and there’s always great tunes playing in the cafe.

This restaurant is run by the students of Sri Chinmoy, a musician, poet and peace advocate. The vegetarian food they serve here is locally sourced and mainly organic so it’s fresh and tasty.

There’s nothing better than eating at a café where not only is the food delicious, but it’s also good for you and the environment. Untouched World Café is all of that, and more! The vegetarian food on offer here is tasty and innovative.

With a big focus on all things healthy, Merry Thai is a great place to pick up a vegetarian meal. The fresh food will have you coming back for more.

This Riccarton restaurant has a strong expat following. A fun dining experience for all, try the Korean bbq so you can cook your own food at your table

Serving up Korean (and Japanese!) food with no MSG, this restaurant is a healthy place to go for your dinner. It’s BYO too!

Whether you’re dining in or taking out, you won’t be disappointed with your meal at Korean Noodle Lounge. The noodles, as you would expect, are delicious and filling. The service is prompt and the decor no nonsence.

Your traditional Korean restaurant, Arirang Village on Riccarton Road has it all. From authentic dishes and friendly service to the pretty cool decor.

If you’re thinking big, bright and colourful for your office then let me introduce you to Bolt of Cloth. This store based in both The Colombo and The Tannery has the most amazing selection of fabrics, cushions and homewares from around the world!

After a long wait after the Canterbury earthquakes, Freedom Furniture has finally returned to Christchurch! An uber popular furniture and homewares store, this place is busy every day of the week, and for good reason too.

The Flock is one of the most stylish homewares store in Christchurch. The products are shipped in from all around the world and all are beautifully made, sustainable and fairly traded.

For something a little different and one-of-a-kind then look no further than Eclectic Antiques Centre. Pick up a vintage couch, chair, lamp or anything really from this great Nelson store.

Pure Beauty is currently getting a makeover of its own, but Dunedin locals will rejoice when it reopens very very soon. This place does a mean manicure.

If you want nails that are wild, wacky or just some French tips then Custom Nails is the place for you. Situated in Meridian Mall, your nail designs are only limited by your imagination. Go wild!

Custom Nails specialises in acrylic and the latest trend, gel nails. Despite its name, this place isn’t limited to nails. It’s where you can go to get a luxury foot spa, massage and waxes.

Want a side of luxury with your manicure or pedicure? Welcome to Aspect Day Spa in Queenstown. There are some amazing high end day spas to choose from but if you simply want a manicure then they do that too.

Venuti is a family business and a new venture for the owners of Portofino, one of the many restaurants destroyed in the Canterbury earthquakes. The food here is some of the best you’ll find in Christchurch. And the atomsphere is warm and romantic.

Big portions are the order of the day at Tutto Bene, an Italian restaurant based in the heart of Merivale. The setting is truly amazing and very authentic, and you’ll always feel welcome by the Italian staff.

A truly authentic Italian restaurant, Eatalian Urban Ristorante is quite possibly Nelson’s best place to go for pizza and pasta. Expect beautiful Italian food coupled with excellent service.

If it’s pizza and pasta that tickles your fancy then you’ll love The Hot Rock. Expect everything from the pasta dishes and pizza toppings to the more gourmet flavours. Oh and the names they give for each pizza are hilarious!

Strictly has been in operation in Dunedin for sometime. Churning out roasted coffee beans for over 300 cafes and venues in the South Island, they also have a couple of great little cafes in Dunedin too.

This tiny espresso bar in Dunedin has a big reputation. Serving coffee to local workers most days of the week, this is a great little place to kick back, relax and enjoy the day.

Quite possibly the trendiest espresso bar in Otago. Kiki Beware is a super friendly and ultra hip place to kick back and enjoy some darn good coffee.

What’s not to love about Rain Espresso in Invercargill? Not only do they sell the fantastic Coffee Supreme coffee but they also serve it in a Chemex with single origin varieties. Definitely one of the best places to pick up a decent espresso in this southern town.

You’ll get more than great espresso at this Arrowtown cafe. Take your pick from amazing sausage rolls, slices and peppermint patties. Need I say more?