A West Melton must-see: Two Fat Possums

At Two Fat Possums, every day there is something to look forward to. Whether it’s for a fundraiser or family meal, dine in or takeaway – the choice is yours.     Woodfired pizzas, pan-seared scallops, and a selection of steaks are notable mentions from the restaurant. With the pizzas being only $20 on Mondays […]

All fired up: Arbour Woodfired Pizza

A century-old Lyttelton fishing boat is the centre-piece bar for a pizza joint that’s authentic to the core. Arbour Woodfired Pizza and Bar is rustic simplicity and intense perfection in the same bite.     Megan Hancox-Hammer and arbourist husband, Ra, dreamed of woodfired pizza set amongst native timbers, using local produce in Italian-esque tradition. […]

Instagrammable eats

This day and age everything is posted online; clothing hauls, makeup looks, new pets and partners… even hospitality hotspots. So we’ve put together some of Christchurch’s most #instagramworthy eats.     Oh my milkshake! Singer Kelis was aware that ‘her milkshakes bought all of the boys to the yard’. Base Woodfired Pizza are doing exactly […]

Artichoke, Potato & Rocket Pizza

When it comes to flavour, check out the Antipasto range from Barker’s of Geraldine. It’s the ultimate addition to your favourite pizza; either spread on the base or dolloped over the cooked pizza for an extra flavour boost. For something different, try this blanc pizza recipe created with their Artichoke Antipasto. It makes an easy […]

Your West Melton local!

Good times, good food, good people; if it’s all three you’re after, then you can’t go past a night out at Two Fat Possums. One of those good times is their challenging ‘have a laugh at the range of answers’ team fundraising quizzes. There’s $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs every Tuesday with free […]

A loveable rogue

Many try but few succeed to reach the holy grail of hospitality – longstanding popularity. Rogues of Rotherham has achieved just that: finding a place in the hearts of locals, it is also a destination for visitors; it is a mecca for those who love food, fine wines, and cocktails, but is as appropriate for […]

Spagalimis

A Garden City icon: Spagalimis

In August 1978, ‘You’re the one that I want’ with Olivia Newton John and John Travolta was at the top of the charts, Rob Muldoon was our Prime Minister and we won five gold medals at the Commonwealth Games. It was also the year that we were blessed with the opening of Spagalimis Pizza – […]

Two Fat Possums

Your West Melton local: for pure pleasure and delight head in for a wood fired pizza at Two Fat Possums

Two Fat Possums is the perfect place to stop on your return leg from the ski fields of Mt Hutt. Since inception last year, it has gained a large following with locals. Anyone in West Melton after a quiet drink, dine or to hang out and soak up the friendly atmosphere should look no further. With […]