Supper Club Christchurch

What is Supper Club?

The Supper Club sees some of Christchurch's finest restaurants showcase their fabulous food and innovative menus to guests. A unique twist to the evening is the restaurant is unknown to each group until the actual night. The fun starts with pre-dinner drinks at a separate venue where each table and participating restaurant is matched by a random draw prior to departing for their dinner venues.

Tables are $800 for a table of eight which includes the cocktail party and a three course meal at your restaurant (any beverages consumed at the restaurant are paid for by the table or table host on the night).

At our Christchurch Supper Club 2009 event , for the first time we also added a special table that gave diners the opportunity to dine with Canterbury Rugby Coaches, Rob Penney and Tabai Matson in the luxurious Gen-i corporate box at AMI Stadium!

If you would like to enquire about a table for 2010, please contact Sharon or Lydia :
Sharon Amataiti: sharon@rmhsi.org.nz or phone 03 377 3311 xtn 706
Lydia Hemingway: lydia@rmhsi.org.nz or phone 03 377 3311 xtn 702

Supper Club Queenstown 2009

Due to the success of the Christchurch Supper Club over the last three years, we are determined to make it grow into the most popular dining experience of its kind in the South Island. In 2009 we extended the Supper Club to include the inaugural Queenstown event which was held on Wednesday, 9 September 2009.

Pre-dinner drinks were held at Skyline Gondola, Restaurant & Luge, before guests went off to enjoy a night of fine food, fine wine and fine company. It was a fantastic night and we are already planning for the next Supper Club Queenstown in 2010!

If you would like to enquire about a table for 2010, please contact Lydia or Sharon :
Lydia Hemingway: lydia@rmhsi.org.nz or phone 03 377 3311 xtn 702
Sharon Amataiti: sharon@rmhsi.org.nz or phone 03 377 3311 xtn 706

Thanks to the following Supporters involved in Supper Club Christchurch 2009:

Participating Restaurants involved in Supper Club Christchurch 2009

This year for the first time we have added a special table that will give diners the opportunity to dine with Canterbury Rugby Coach, Tabai Matson and a special guest in the luxurious Gen-i corporate box at AMI Stadium!



Alchemy Cafe & Wine Bar
Alchemy Cafe & Wine Bar ..'The Taste of Canterbury' provides fresh seasonal produce from local suppliers. With award winning service - the night will be an experience!

Annies Wine Bar & Restaurant
Annies Wine Bar & Restaurant combines rustic charm, superb food and an excellent selection of wines . Annies is a great place for lunch, dinner or for just that glass of Canterbury or New Zealand’s finest.

Bealey's Speights Ale House
G'day - welcome to 'our place', the menu's a beauty, like the pav. Bealey's features authentic Kiwi Cusine, lamb shanks, seafood and more steaks? You betcha, big n' juicy, or roast of the day, innovative, contemporary, timeless favourites, plus a few superb signature dishes that break all the rules.

Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof
Offering a commitment to Belgian Beer and outstanding cuisine, the award winning Torenhof overlooks the river Avon and garden reserve. The stone and timber interior has been carefully remodelled to bring you a 1920's café atmosphere.

New Zealand's best food styled to Belgian dishes and beer matches!

Canterbury Tales
Canterbury Tales is the signature restaurant of Crowne Plaza Christchurch. Fresh ingredients, superb flavours, innovative presentation and attention to detail combine to create an exceptional dining experience. Whether you are dining from the a la carte or seasonal degustation menus that come with or without wine matches, you are sure to have an evening that you will remember for a long time to come.

Chinwag Eathai
A Thai casual dining venue devised to feed you with minimal fuss in the traditional Asian banquet style. Your food will be freshly cooked and delivered to you immediately and ready to share.

The Thai have a saying, Gan Gin Gan Yuu, “As you eat, so you are.” At Chinwag Eathai we know this means both what you eat and how you eat.

We serve modern Thai; food that is healthy, satisfying, beautiful to look at, packed with flavour, aroma and texture; in an environment that is stylish, comfortable and child friendly.

That’s why Chinwag Eathai is not only our name, it is our recipe for good living.

Curator's House
Built in 1920 as the original residence of the Curator of the Botanic Gardens, The Curator's House still possesses the charming architecture of an historic cottage. Now an elegant restaurant serving fresh New Zealand food with a hint of Spain, it is a superb venue to dine and absorb the stunning surroundings.

The Curator's House Restaurant has its own demonstration home fruit and vegetable garden and runs under the principles of environmental sustainability. With its unique setting in the colourful floral beds of the Botanic Gardens and its picturesque outdoor eating area it provides a memorable dining experience.

Ferrymead Speight's Ale House
G'day - welcome to 'our place', the menu's a beauty, like the pav. Bealey's features authentic Kiwi Cusine, lamb shanks, seafood and more steaks? You betcha, big n' juicy, or roast of the day, innovative, contemporary, timeless favourites, plus a few superb signature dishes that break all the rules.

Freemans Dining Room
In the heart of Lyttelton, a village community, Freemans will offer you a warm, relaxed environment where you can enjoy a quick bite, a long lazy lunch, dinner in the evening or a perfectly chilled glass of sauvignon or two!

We serve fresh seasonal dishes using only the freshest ingredients. Our friendly, professional team will strive to meet your needs whatever the occasion.

Indochine
Indochine is renowned for its award winning Euro Asian cusine and delectable cocktails. With an atmoshere second to none it is a highly regarded hospitality venue within Christchurch.

Moji Restaurant & TIger Bar
Nestled on Victoria Street, Christchurch's most fashionable and distinguished precinct, is the city's most highly sought after and acclaimed multi-award winning bar and restaurant - Moji. An intimate, yet mysterious and sophisticated setting provides the medium for a relaxed drink, a social gathering, or dining experience that is quite simply exquisite.

Mona Vale
Mona Vale has long been a popular day-time restaurant with locals and visitors alike and hosting groups in the evening on request. Located in one of the first settler homesteads set amidst 5.5 hectares of stunning gardens beside the Avon River, the gracious Fendalton building lends the dining experience charm of a bygone era.

Mona Vale's seasonal menu reflects both our beautiful natural environment and our own values: good, tasty, honest food, utilising fresh, locally sourced produce. It is our goal that when people dine with us they feel replete in every way: beautiful surroundings, good music, a temperate atmosphere, friendly ambience and cuisine that pleases both the palette and the nose.

Restaurant Schwass
Without doubt the most exciting dining experience in Christchurch. Jonny Schwass takes a no-nonsense approach to cooking which has made him a big hit in the world of cuisine, overseas and at home. For Jonny food is the only thing that enlightens all senses. He believes food elevates our mood. It makes us better people. Food is more than energy, food is life.

Retour
“Always a perfect meal and service in great surroundings”

Retour offers a blend of traditional European and New Zealand cuisine seated in a romatic environment.

Rossendale Country Restaurant & Winery
Rossendale restaurant is set in a beautiful country gardens, just fifteen minutes from the center of Christchurch.

We offer excellent service, peaceful indoor and outdoor dining and for the wine connoisseur, our very own exclusive boutique wines.

An ideal venue for a romantic dinner for two, or a large family celebration.

Rotherhams of Riccarton
Cindy and Martin Weiss, Proprietors/Chef have created an award winning restaurant offering classic European and New Zealand cuisine.

Elegant surroundings with a warm and cosy ambience make Rotherhams of Riccarton a memorable dining experience.

".... classic dining, excellent food, wine and service...."

Sepia Restaurant and Bar
Whether you're looking for a delicious meal, meeting friends for a drink or a long relaxing lunch, Sepia Restaurant & Cafe is the ideal location. Utilising fresh ingredients, the award winning penus provide diners with choice and flexibility.

Featuring chic dark timbers, low lying couches and warm tones, the bar boasts a welcoming ambience that compliments the extensive beverage and wine list.

Sevanti
Sevanti is a suburban restaurant that is taking on the big guys! Chef Ed Wall struts his stuff in casual style - French influence on the Pacific Rim. Great menu - good wine list. Check it out!

Sign of the Takahe
Only 10 minutes drive from the city centre, Sign of the Takahe is now home to the funky soh Bar and Cafe. The Signature Restaurant has a strong focus on New Zealand cuisine sourcing local produce, and more recently incuding their 'heartier selections'. A Summer destination for dining in the gardens, music on the lawn and a warm cosy destination in Winter. A definate must for the casual diner, who enjoys great food, great atmosphere, unsurpassed views, and a relaxed enjoyable service approach.

Taste at Riccarton House
Providing contemporary cuisine sourced from local growers and our Farmers Market, focusing on freshness and buying local.

The Charlotte Jane
The Charlotte Jane is 5 star boutique luxury accommodation and offers dining, both alfresco and in a conservatory set in beautiful gardens in Christchurch, South Island of New Zealand. With elegant and luxurious accommodation, including a honeymoon suite, this superb grand Victorian mansion offers guests every luxury, service and comfort, including one of Christchurch's finest restaurants offering New Zealand cuisines and an extensive wine list to enjoy a romantic or a business dinner.

The George
The George Christchurch has been recognised as one of New Zealand's exceptional Hotels with a five star rating from Qualmark, NZ Tourism's quality mark. It is the only Hotel in Christchurch and one of only two in the South Island with this rating. US Travel and Leisure magazine named The George as one of the 500 Best Hotels in the world for both 2003 and 2004 and one of the world's top 80 Hotels and top 10 in Australia, NZ and south pacific in 2004 for service.

The Old Vicarage
The Old Vicarage is very unique, in its combined style of a colourful modern decor and atmosphere, offering private rooms for ones own lunch or dinner party, we seat up to 24 in our largest room, and some of the smaller rooms, such as the library are perfect for private parties from 8-12. Other options like the sunroom, and a very sheltered deck and garden area also cater for that impromptu and casual snack, full meal, coffee and sweet cravings. As we bake daily, everything is just the best in a homemade style.

The Tap Room
The Tap Room has been operating since October 2001, establishing itself as one of New Zealand's premium locations. Set on the banks of the Avon River and centrally located in the heart of the city, The Tap Room is the first Monteiths hand crafted bar/restaurant in New Zealand, and attempts to capture the feel of rustic New Zealand with its use of raw materials such as copper, exposed beams, granite, marble and open fires.

Tiffany's
Tiffany's Restaurant is traditional, fine dining with a strong emphasis on regional food and wine, located in a heritage building on the banks of the Avon River. Established in 1982 Tiffany's is the quintessential Christchurch.

The Thirsty Marriner
The Thirsty Marriner is located one block from the waterfront in the hub of Sunmer. It offers a range of both local and international ales, cupled with an extensive menu featuring NZ modern cuisine.

Great Beer, Great Food, Great Service, Great Environment!

The Twisted Hop
The Twisted Hop is the only brewery producing traditional English style cask conditioned ales in Christchurch. So if you are dying for a proper pint come on down and enjoy one of our Real Ales brewed onsite.

Two Fat Indians
The uniqueness of the decor hits you the minute you walk in...lots of chunky rimu furniture and polished floors, softened lighting with contemporary music playing in the background. This setting creates a relaxed atmosphere for the perfect place to enjoy fantastic Indian Cuisine with divine curries and flavorsome Tandoori dishes.

Zoe's Bar & Brasserie
Zoe's Bar & Brasserie is a cosmopolitan street side restaurant catering for all needs from light snacks and coffee through to a fully licensed bar and brasserie restaurant. Our style is both traditional and contemporary.

Nestled on Victoria Street, Christchurch's most fashionable and distinguished precinct, is the city's most highly sought after and acclaimed multi-award winning bar and restaurant - Moji. An intimate, yet mysterious and sophisticated setting provides the medium for a relaxed drink, a social gathering, or dining experience that is quite simply exquisite.

Thanks to the following Sponsors involved in Supper Club Queenstown 2009:

Restaurants that were involved in Supper Club Queenstown 2009

Botswana Butchery
The historic cottage and villa that comprises Botswana Butchery Queenstown has many different faces. From al fresco dining overlooking the lake to private rooms for anything from two to thirty people.

A private upstairs bar to relax into, warming open fires throughout and a large climate controlled wine cellar makes for a most versatile and entrancing evening out.

Bella Cucina
Bella Cucina is an authentic Italian kitchen with a daily changing menu to incorporate the freshest produce. Everything is made from scratch, with love, it's fresh, delicious and affordable.

Eichardts House Bar
Eichardt's renowned House Bar, with its comfortable sofas, cosy fireplace and gracious service, provides a welcoming and stylish environment for sampling mouth-watering creations and timeless cocktails.

Gantleys
One of Queenstown's best known pioneering landmarks is creating fresh history as a leading fine dining restaurant.

Pier 19
Queenstown's premier lakeside dining location specialising in modern NZ cuisine backed up with friendly professional service and an excellent wine list.

Tatler Restaurant & Bar
Built in 1863, Tatler is a long time favourite amongst locals and tourists for its innovative cuisine featuring locally-sourced ingredients, organic where possible.

The Bathhouse
The Bathhouse is Queenstown's most iconic fine dining restaurant, and a top notch culinary treat for any epicurean. We are situated in one of the world's most stunning water front locations, on the shore of the beautiful Lake Wakatipu.

Our mission is to provide an awe inspiring and unique New Zealand dining experience; one to be remembered and cherished.

Threesixty
Threesixty Restaurant and Bar at the Crowne Plaza serve breakfast and dinner in a chic and modern spacious area with floor to ceiling windows looking onto the lake and mountains.

Wai Waterfront Restaurant
Sitting on the Steamer Wharf right on the waterfront, our fine dining restaurant and function venue specialises in seafood, Central Otago wines, wonderful wedding functions and stunning views. Few New Zealand restaurants offer finer dining in a more dramatic location.

Supper Club Christchurch 2008

Supper Club Christchurch 2008 was another fabulous night of fine food, fine wine and fine company!

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