A summer series #4 – Tantalus Estate and wineries on Waiheke Island

We are lucky to have Waiheke Island so accessible to Auckland. Fullers ferries operate a seamless door to door service from downtown Auckland to Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke, every half hour over the summer months. The Sky Tower began to shrink as we sailed away from the city. I could feel myself relax as I […]
5 top Melbourne restaurants to visit this summer

I’ve recently had a delightful weekend in Melbourne with our daughter Kate, at one of her wedding dress fittings! Apart from admiring the skilful work of her couturier, one of the best things about Melbourne is the food. We managed to notch up a couple of great meals; one at an old favourite Mr Miyagi and the […]
4 top Melbourne restaurants to visit this summer

I’ve recently had a delightful weekend in Melbourne with our daughter Kate, at one of her wedding dress fittings! Apart from admiring the skilful work of her couturier, one of the best things about Melbourne is the food. We managed to notch up a couple of great meals; one at an old favourite Mr Miyagi and the […]