We’ve now been back in Wellington for just over a week, and slowly getting back into our normal routines such … More
Tag: New Zealand
A walk on Waitangi Day
Today is Waitangi Day in New Zealand, the national day and the anniversary of the signing initial signing on 6 February 1840 of the Treaty of Waitangi. The Treaty of Waitangi was an agreement between the British crown and the Māori chiefs and is regarded as the founding document of the country. The day was first celebrated in 1934 and became a public holiday in 1974.
The sun was shining, with summer having returned for now at least, so we headed over to Zealandia, the wonderful urban sanctuary in Wellington.
A seat at the table: Craggy Range
This summer we decided on just having a mini break up in one of our favourite parts of New Zealand, Hawke’s Bay.
A walk on the beach
On Sunday we drove up to Paraparaumu for a beach walk, sunshine and some sea air. I think it must … More
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
Thistles and Kiwis 