On Sunday, we walked up to Kelburn to visit Graze Wine Bar, housed in what used to be a butcher’s … More
Author: Thistles and Kiwis
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
What’s on your bookshelf #15
It is time once again for what’s on my bookshelf, a monthly round up of books read – enjoyed or … More
This week’s small pleasures #305
We have been lucky with a couple of days of sunshine and blue skies – always a small pleasure that … More
Six on Saturday 15.10.22
It has been another grey day – just where is the sun? We could really do with some to brighten … More
A Wednesday in Wellington
Wednesday is my non-working day, a day when I usually have an appointment or two. Today was no exception, with … More
This week’s small pleasures #304
It is Monday evening, the sun is shining and I am home for work, welcomed by a very happy Charlie. … More
Six on Saturday 08.10.22
What a glorious sunny spring day it is today! And what a change to the weather earlier this week, which … More
What’s on my plate: parsnip & lemon loaf cake
I had this post all planned…an account of making lasagne, following this fantastic recipe from Nigella Eats Everything. However, I … More