The Fat Tui
If you have been around Nelson as long as I have you will remember the days of the Texacana Burger Bar in Hardy St with its roller door and counter…
Beachside Conference & Events Centre
Just over two years ago I told you about Carol Shirley and her business Gourmet Catering, well a lot has changed since then so I caught up with her a…
Harvest Kitchen at Seifried Estate
When the operators of the restaurant facility at Seifried Estate closed up and went away very suddenly a few years ago the Seifried family said they wanted the right operator…
Kismet Whiskey Tasting and Hopgood’s Food Pairings
In keeping with my responsible drinking mantra of ‘drink less but drink better’ I have been enjoying the occasional quality whisky recently. Whisky has been my go-to spirit for many…
Hospitality businesses need to step up to the mark
I think by now you will know I am a huge supporter of this region and all the outstanding people and businesses we are lucky enough to have based here.…
Arden Dinner at Home & Pork Menchi Katsu
I’m loving the freedom associated with level 2 restrictions and as long as everyone continues to be sensible, follows the rules around no large gatherings and keeps washing their hands…
Best Friday Night Takeaways
I can’t wait until the Covid-19 restrictions ease a little so we can get back to some sense of a functioning community again but the way local restaurants in particular…
Food businesses open for takeaways & Hopgood’s Smoked Fish Pate
Many businesses have changed the way they operate so they can start trading in a small way during Covid-19 Level 3 restrictions and food businesses are right at the front…
Porta Via
When the owners of Casa del Vino decided to close the doors of their iconic little wine specialty store my heart sank more than just a little, it was a…
Visitor’s Guide to Food & Beverage in Nelson
Welcome to 2020, I sincerely hope the holiday season has treated you kindly so far and that you have been enjoying some wonderful Nelson foods and beverages, and if you…