From the forest floor to dining table – truffles
I was given a present the other day, from my husband Tim. It was a big, plump black truffle, weighing 29 grams. It was born in Christchurch, and bought at McKibbon’s of Royalburn in Queenstown. Arriving in an air-tight container, sitting on a bed of white tissue, it looked like a golden egg. When I […]
Florence for all ages- the highlights with grandchildren
We are staying at our favourite villa in Tuscany, Villa Podere Brogi, with the family; our children, their partners and our six delightful grandchildren. One of the great benefits of staying in Tuscany is you’re not far from a myriad of cities and towns to explore. So, today we have decided to go to Florence. […]
From the Colosseum to gelato with grandkids in Rome
We have come to Rome, not on our own this time, but with our three children, their partners and six grandchildren, a small party of 14. Yes, it is literally a travelling circus, but a very fun one. We’ve come to Rome to catch our breath and get in the time zone, before returning to […]