Covid labour challenges in the rural sector
Well I guess we all expected the coronavirus, Covid-19, to raise it’s ugly head again and in many ways it’s…
Middle Earth Wines new release
It has taken a while but the first 2020 vintage new release wine crossed my desk, and my tongue soon…
Beat Kitchen Food Truck and Function Venue
You will find Beat Kitchen’s food truck serving beautiful burgers, croquettes and other takeaway foods prepared from scratch (including making…
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…
Roast Duck with Orange and Chilli
For something a little different the recipe this week is one of our favourites, roast duck legs are easy to…
Fine Wines of NZ List
Covid-19 restrictions have impacted the entire country, no single person or business has been unaffected during the last few months,…
Fine Wines of New Zealand 2020 selection announced
A total of 95 wines from across New Zealand have been selected as part of the Fine Wines of New…
Nelson Farmers Market
One of the things I have been happiest to see back in full operation as the country moves out of…
Rustic Cuisine
Rustic Cuisine on Rutherford St is owned by my two favourite French people, Mylene and Greg Auphan who used to…