After years of anticipation, Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium is finally open for business, and the city's food and drink scene is ready to reach a new audience.

The stadium opened with Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round, and one new delicacy on the menu has caught the attention of the wider public.

Sunday Session investigative reporter Claire Sherwood got to try the deep-fried pie sandwich and she's outlined her thoughts.

"The pie itself was pretty significant, like a good inch thicker, a big steak and cheese pie - then double deep-fried. It was super, super crispy." 

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