We've got the lowdown on the latest and greatest happening around Christchurch this summer.

A hot new restaurant on one of the hottest hospitality strips in Christchurch, Tony Astle’s Zodiac bar boasts a delectable Asian fusion menu in swish surrounds. The award-winning King of Snake has a new home in The Terrace, so fans of fusion have plenty of reasons to salivate.

New bar and restaurant by the sea Sumner Social is set to be your favourite destination this summer, with a sunny courtyard-with-a-view and an ah-maze-ing gin menu. Other additions to the hospo scene include Miro at the Manor at the ornate Eliza’s Manor House, and The Lane with a menu designed by 5th Street's Chefs Max Perry and Samson Stewart.

New on the cultural map is Ravenscar House Museum, displaying an incredible collection of New Zealand artworks. The boots, heels and sandals are made for walking at Nicole Rebstock, newly opened in The Crossing with a killer selection of head-turning foot fashion to make your heart sing. And while you’re at this one-stop retail hotspot, be sure to peruse some ridiculously gorgeous home décor at the all-new A&C Homestore. Furniture and design paradise ECC has a new showroom in Victoria Street. Meanwhile Matisse, your HQ of slick interior design, is moving to Papanui Road.