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Christchurch Farmers' Market
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( www.christchurchfarmersmarket.co.nz ; 16 Kahu Rd, Riccarton; 9am-noon Sat) Held in the pretty grounds
of Riccarton House, this excellent farmers market offers a tasty array of organic fruit and
vegies, South Island cheeses and salmon, local craft beer and ethnic treats.
MARKET $
Kinji
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JAPANESE $$
( 03-359 4697; www.kinjirestaurant.com ; 279b Greers Rd, Bishopdale; mains $16-18; 5.30-10pm Mon-Sat)
The destruction of its central city premises sparked a move to a tucked-away suburban site
for this acclaimed Japanese restaurant. Fortunately its loyal clientele has followed, making
bookings essential. Tuck into the likes of sashimi and ginger squid but save room for the
green-tea tiramisu, a surprising highlight.
Under the Red Verandah
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( www.utrv.co.nz ; cnr Tancred & Worcester Sts, Linwood; mains $10-20; 7.30am-4pm; ) A post-earth-
quake change of premises has done nothing to dint UTRV's popularity with Christchurch
foodie types. Take a seat under said verandah and tuck into baked goodies, oaty pancakes
and corn fritters.
CAFE $$
Bodhi Tree
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BURMESE $$
( 03-377 6808; www.bodhitree.co.nz ; 399 Ilam Rd, Bryndwr; dishes $13-18; 6-10pm Tue-Sat; ) Bodhi
Tree has been wowing locals with the subtle flavours of Burmese cuisine for more than a
decade. The starter-sized dishes feature exceptionally fresh ingredients and are designed
to be shared. Standouts include le pet thoke (pickled tea-leaf salad) and ciandi thoke
(grilled eggplant).
Burgers & Beers Inc
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( www.burgersandbeersinc.co.nz ; 355 Colombo St, Sydenham; burgers $13-18; 11am-late) Quirkily named
gourmet burgers - try the Woolly Sahara Sand Hopper (Moroccan-spiced lamb with lem-
BURGERS $$
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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