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…
It’s all about the Taste.
Are you a supertaster? Having been a wine tour guide, plus doing wine writing gigs for over twenty years, I…
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…
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…
Fig leaf panna cotta
Figs grow incredibly well in Nelson and are abundant at this time of the year but something that is often…
Lock down recipe – left overs and pantry items
One of the benefits of spending so much time at home, and not being able to just pop down to…