Welcome to Napier, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
My first taste of Hawke's Bay. Every place has its story.
Archive for June, 2013
Bakers Hill Pie Shop
If not for this pie shop, you'd probably never realise you'd driven through Bakers Hill.
Gordon Street Garage, West Perth
"Which street's Gordon Street again?" I asked at first. I'm probably the last blogger in town to check out this converted garage that's brought great coffee to a quiet street in West Perth.
Waiheke Island tour with See Waiheke
A customised tour of Waiheke Island, with roosters, oysters, wine, a whole lot of gorgeous scenery and one of our best meals of 2013.
Avon Valley Gourmet Food & Wine Festival and Long Table Dinner
A showcase of Western Australian food and wine in the country town of Northam, and a long table dinner by chef Herb Faust, Iron Chef conqueror.
A night at the footy
Something a little different: sitting with our friends in navy blue, white and gold West Coast Eagles country, I felt like an impostor sitting among the faithful.
Waiheke Island: Le Chalet Apartments and The Oyster Inn
Spectacular sea views, monster oysters and an amazing green salad - the highlights of our first day on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.