The Auckland waterfront has had its share of critics but it’s on its way to becoming a ‘must see’ destination for locals and visitors alike. There are bars and restaurants, of course, a funky little weekend market, the… Read More ›
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Bicycles and car boots in Blenheim
There’s a thrill in exploring, whether it’s an entirely new place or somewhere that you’ve neglected for a long time. I first visited Marlborough on my first road trip to the South Island. We were passing through and stayed for a… Read More ›
Mud Brick Perfection
Mud Brick Vineyard and Restaurant on Waiheke Island must be one of the most popular places in NZ to celebrate weddings (and other special occasions). Those who can, including visiting celebrities with a bit of downtime, arrive by helicopter and walk through a path of lavender… Read More ›
Picking Grapes in Matakana
Turning grapes into wine is a messy business. In fact it’s a science experiment on a grand scale and the first step in the process is picking the fruit. As volunteer grape pickers on one of the last days of… Read More ›
Making wine in Matakana
Bring Your Own is a concept that was dear to my heart in my student days when eating out was a luxury and taking your own bottle to was the only way to drink decent wine but I only recently… Read More ›
