It is a warm, sunny evening, and we have spent the afternoon at friends enjoying a BBQ, wine (me) and … More
Author: Thistles and Kiwis
Loves summer, sunshine and cats. Beginner gardener, likes eating, cooking and reading about food
What’s on your bookshelf #6
Welcome to this month’s what’s on your shelf challenge hosted by fellow bloggers Deb, Sue, Donna and Jo. The idea is to share what you’re reading, what … More
In the kitchen: clafoutis
It’s summer, the days are sunny and bright, and there is an abundance of gorgeous fruit around, from blueberries and … More
This week’s small pleasures #266
Today saw our return to work after what has been a lovely long summer holiday, that included Christmas, New Year … More
Six on Saturday 15.01.21
Another lovely, sunny day here in Wellington. We have both been enjoying a final week of holiday, with some of … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…we would be sitting outside in the sunshine. I would say … More
Words on Wednesday: Elephant Hill
On the last day of our short trip up to Hawke’s Bay, we went over to Elephant Hill winery. Founded … More
This week’s small pleasures #265
It has truly been a lovely week. I’m on holiday until next Monday, which is small pleasure in itself. I’m … More
Six on Saturday 08.01.22
Here we are – 2022 – and happy new year to all SoSers out there across the globe. It is … More
The holiday ends…
We are now back in Wellington after a lovely few days up in Hawke’s Bay. On Tuesday, we spent some … More
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