Rest and Relax in Phuket

Along with location, weather and food, where you stay can make or break a holiday experience. Although I haven’t always been a Resort convert, a recent trip to Club Med Phuket shows me exactly how good a family holiday can be!

Sun and Fun in Samoa

“Always do sober what you said you’d do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut.” ― Ernest Hemingway. Drunk is overstating things, but I probably wasn’t completely sober either when I spontaneously suggested we should do a … Read more »

Making Pesto

Autumn is the perfect time to dig out your pesto recipe and get making pesto.  Whether it is traditional basil pesto, red capsicum pesto, rocket or coriander pesto, it is time to get grinding.

Savouring Sydney

Virgil Evetts Don’t get me wrong, I love living in New Zealand. I love the lifestyle, the climate (well, maybe not always) and I love the quality of our local produce. But a few days in Sydney last week reminded … Read more »

Queen Maple Syrup

Queen Maple Syrup

Queen 100% Pure Maple Syrup is certified organic and rich in nutrients, making it both delicious and good for you. Use in place of sugar when sweetening beverages, drizzle on porridge, serve with pancakes, or use it to glaze ham … Read more »

Homemade Tomato Sauce

February – March is tomato time and an ideal time to visit an outdoor tomato grower and convert boxes of sun ripened tomatoes into sauce! I assure you this is as easy as can be and once you have made … Read more »