On Sunday we drove up to Paraparaumu for a beach walk, sunshine and some sea air. I think it must … More
Tag: New Zealand
Words on Wednesday
I’m writing this on Wednesday evening, NZ time. There is no wind, the skies are clear if getting dark. You wouldn’t know a weather Red Warning is in place for tomorrow, covering the east coast of the South Island, including Christchurch, up to north of Wellington.
A seat at the table: Jano Bistro
On Thursday evening, we headed out in the rain to Jano Bistro on Willis Street, to celebrate my birthday in … More
A slow day
Sometimes, we just need to take it slow, not rush, take our time and consider the small things around us. … More
A seat at the table: a special event
When I saw that chef Peter Gordon was going to be cooking a special menu at one of our favourite … More
They walk beside us every day
Today, 6 February, is Waitangi Day, commemorating the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi which is considered to be New … More
Savour: Salads for all Seasons
It is summer here in the southern hemisphere, though to be frank we have been having a bit of what … More
Silent Sunday: Paraparaumu Beach
Today we drove up the coast to Paraparaumu and went for a walk on the beach. It was wonderful to … More
Together for Te Tiriti
Things came to a stop in Wellington CBD on Tuesday as te Hīkoi mō te Tiriti came to town on … More
This week’s small pleasures #414
This past week has been…not sure actually! There was travel, an evening out, an appointment with the eye doctor about … More
Thistles and Kiwis 