A blog about life in Wellington, New Zealand
At this time of year, when the cold weather sets in, it is important to have a few little treats lined up. With our planned three-week trip to Canada obviously cancelled, we decided to head up north to Napier in the Hawke’s Bay region for a few days winter break
This weekend saw us fly over The Ditch (as the Tasman Sea is affectionately known) for a mini break to Melbourne.
This week we actually have a round up of the week’s small pleasures on a Monday. Not only that, but … More
This is probably the most difficult round up of the year, as I just know I will miss things. There … More
Well, what with feeling rotten for a good part of the week, the small pleasures have very much been based … More
As the tenth Wellington on a Plate draws to a close, here are three things we enjoyed as part of … More
Hamilton may not be everyone’s idea of a weekend destination, but there is a lot going on here, and of … More
This is the season of food. Whether you are in the northern hemisphere and enjoying soups, stews and hot chocolate, … More
As this year’s Wellington on a Plate draws to a close, and the nominations for the top five burgers, cocktails … More
A strike affecting some train services in Scotland meant that we left Aberdeen an hour earlier than planned, and although … More
Thistles and Kiwis 