A blog about life in Wellington, New Zealand
I mentioned on Monday that I am taking some time off work – two weeks to be exact. Being at home means more time for reading (actually have two books on the go for the first time in ages), time to do some clutter clearing (I was very pleased with the results of reorganising the herbs and spices today), doing a new jigsaw, listening to podcasts and going for walks. I’ve also been browsing cookbooks, seeking ideas and inspiration now I have a bit more time to try things out
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…on this sunny Sunday morning, we would be sharing croissants and … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea we would talk about the past week.
The book sits there, tantalising me to open it and sample its offerings. Promises of elegant and exquisite tastes, of … More
So here we are again, Monday evening New Zealand time, and that moment of the week where we round up … More
What was in your shopping basket this week?
The other day I stumbled upon a website that generates blog titles. I was looking for inspiration rather than anything … More
Among the headlines in the British press when I woke on Wednesday morning, was the story that BBC Food, a … More
Thistles and Kiwis 