Check out the area

Start the day at one of New Zealand's best markets. Another beautiful day to sample mini pancakes, check out local produce and crafts, wander around with a coffee.

Then a drive inland to Moutere. Couple more wineries (nope, not boring yet!), lunch looking out over the hillsides, at the oldest pub in NZ (not sure it's verified by Guinness, but we'll take them at their word!).

Fabulous dinner experience!! Cod and Lobster is one of the best restaurants we've been to. Gin cocktail to start (next to impossible to choose from the humungous list!). We'll be mixing some at home with a sprig of rosemary 😋. The food, service, attention to detail all exquisite.Read more