Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Bamboozle
ASIAN $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 03-326 7878;
www.facebook.com/bamboozlerestaurant
;
6 Wakefield St; mains $18-29;
5-10pm Tue-Sat)
Asian fusion is the name of the game at stylish Bamboozle, where talen-
ted chefs conjure up innovative spins on traditional dishes. Leave room for one of Christ-
church's best crème brûlées.
Other Suburbs
Christchurch Farmers' Market
MARKET $
OFFLINE MAP
(
www.christchurchfarmersmarket.co.nz
; 16 Kahu Rd, Riccarton; 9am-noon Sat)
Held in the
pretty grounds of Riccarton House, this excellent farmers market offers a tasty array of
organic fruit and vegies, South Island cheeses and salmon, local craft beer and ethnic
treats.
Kinji
JAPANESE $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 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
CAFE $$$
(
www.utrv.co.nz
; cnr Tancred & Worcester Sts, Linwood; mains $10-20; 7.30am-4pm; )
A
post-earthquake change of premises has done nothing to dint UTRV's popularity with
Christchurch foodie types. Take a seat under said verandah and tuck into baked goodies,
oaty pancakes and corn fritters.
Bodhi Tree
BURMESE $$$
OFFLINE MAP
( 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
