Penati Crackers
I first met Don Grant about 22 years ago when he set up Tasman Bay Herbs and have been following…
Sprig & Fern new bottles and Tracy Banner
From the time the independent Tasman Brewing Company made its first beer followed by opening the first Sprig & Fern…
West Indies Spice Traders Hot Sauces, Rum & Ginger Beer
You may remember that back in December 2015 I wrote about David Phillips from West Indies Spice Traders, David’s a…
St Pauli Wines
Last week I had the pleasure of meeting a delightful family who recently started making wine with another couple, our…
Frozen Rolled Ice Cream
Just when you thought you knew everything about ice cream something new has popped up, well the concept of Thai-style…
Some challenges for the 2019 wine vintage
As I spent a little time talking with wine-grape growers in recent weeks it has become even more obvious climate…
The Romano Family
Do you remember the days when the vast majority of The Wood suburb close to the city was dominated by…
Raeward Fresh Butchers
Flaxmore Vineyards
Raine Family Farm & Oakland’s A2 Milk
Julian Raine say the family has been supplying milk to Nelson region for close to 100 years and they are always looking at how the industry is changing
Nelson wines & climate change
Each vintage has its challenges but I am amazed at the quality of wines that have been produced in this region in recent years
Try A Taste of Nelson
A great way to enjoy local wines is while dining at one of the many outstanding cafes and restaurants in the region, the vast majority of which are proud to serve beautiful wines made right here in this region.