I woke up to a thunder storm this morning at 6am, to be followed by another one at 9:40am (so … More
Author: Thistles and Kiwis
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…I would actually offer you something cold and refreshing on this … More
This week’s small pleasures #308
It has been a busy week, but one full of lots of small pleasures of all sorts. The weather really … More
Six on Saturday 05.11.22
Remember, remember, the 5th of November, gunpowder treason and plot. It is Guy Fawkes in places that celebrate it, which … More
What’s on my plate: cannelloni enchiladas
I recently got hold of a copy of Mezcla by Ixta Belfrage, a wonderful eclectic mix of recipes inspired by … More
This week’s small pleasures #307
The days are getting longer, the early mornings are filled with loud birdsong, and there was no coat or sweater … More
Six on Saturday 29.10.22
It has been such a wet and windy day today, but not at all cold. One of those days where … More
A seat at the table: Graze Wine Bar
On Sunday, we walked up to Kelburn to visit Graze Wine Bar, housed in what used to be a butcher’s … More
This week’s small pleasures #306
I’m writing this post on the Labour Day Monday holiday in New Zealand. The sun has been shining and I … More
Six on Saturday 22.10.22
Another Saturday, another time to share 6 things from the garden. We have a new host, Jim at Garden Ruminations, whose … More