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For the last few weeks I have been travelling around NZ running a series of Wine Tasting Competitions for the NZ Sommeliers and Wine Professionals for which I am chair. It's been fun putting together a selection of 40 classic wines and preparing sets of questions to test our teams of … View moreFor the last few weeks I have been travelling around NZ running a series of Wine Tasting Competitions for the NZ Sommeliers and Wine Professionals for which I am chair. It's been fun putting together a selection of 40 classic wines and preparing sets of questions to test our teams of winelovers.
We have used Kahoot! which has been enormously successful as a electronic quiz platform in these Covid times. It adds the results instantly and takes away the risk of calculation errors plus the backend provides detailed analytics on who got the answers to how many seconds it took to answer correctly. We know that of the 24 teams the highest scores were 75% correct with over 8 teams achieved above 68% correct. I can see we will use this platform for sometime!
It seems that interest in wines and spirits programmes is also bounding upwards and we have had record enrolments for all our wine classes including WSET Wine and Spirit Education Trust from UK.
This week I had the results of the latest WSET Level 2 Certificate in Wine and with a class of 20 students, 60% gained distinction, a pass of over 85%. Exciting.
Our NZQA Certificate in NZ Wine Micro-Credential is also going for strength to strength and we are about to start offering Corporate & Team Building wine options so that you can get together a group of 8 people and we will run a private programme.
New Zealand wines are much more diverse that most people imagine and it's a great thrill to be able to share lesser-known wineries and underrated regions with our participants as they taste through the wine selection. For more information, email admin@foodandwine.co.nz.
Coming up we have the Winter Forage with Riki Bennett which provides an opportunity to explore our native flora along with innovation around urban hāngi kai-cookery techniques. The FOODOGRAPHY Dinner is back and this year our theme is a Midwinter Christmas Dinner. Both events are part of Auckland's Elemental Festival.
On Sunday 1st August, we host the NZ Sommelier of the Year Awards along with wine tasting events and a Gastronomic Dinner prepared by Chef Finn and our students.
Ngā mihi,
Celia Hay
I have a fitted queen electric blanket, that is working on one side only,
and that side works perfectly. clean and very tidy condition.
have been using it as is, because I don't like the heat and keeps the wife happy
so is quite safe to use
have replace it with a new one, which I still only … View moreI have a fitted queen electric blanket, that is working on one side only,
and that side works perfectly. clean and very tidy condition.
have been using it as is, because I don't like the heat and keeps the wife happy
so is quite safe to use
have replace it with a new one, which I still only use one side
so free to anyone who can use it.
winter is here so you can be warm, while hubby has the cold side.
pick up
Henderson heights
Espressotoria coffee machine
as new, just not being used,
so needs to go to someone who can enjoy the coffee.
probably about a year old, not much more.
been cleaned and flushed as it should be during use,
so good to go, instruction book with it
a few capsule of asst coffee to go with it to start … View moreEspressotoria coffee machine
as new, just not being used,
so needs to go to someone who can enjoy the coffee.
probably about a year old, not much more.
been cleaned and flushed as it should be during use,
so good to go, instruction book with it
a few capsule of asst coffee to go with it to start you off,,
Comes with original box and packing,
pick up Henderson heights,
can text me 0226568297
Price: $60
Kia ora Neighbours, Several council projects have sparked vocal opposition in communities. Henderson's street trial, Onehunga's low-traffic neighbourhood and Western Springs forest. If the council can't reach a consensus on these, what happens when the big changes come? Read the … View moreKia ora Neighbours, Several council projects have sparked vocal opposition in communities. Henderson's street trial, Onehunga's low-traffic neighbourhood and Western Springs forest. If the council can't reach a consensus on these, what happens when the big changes come? Read the story below:
Huge garage sale.
Sunday 25 July 7am-midday
Moving house so furniture, tools, kitchen and camping gear. Plus lots more.
56 Coulter Road, Henderson Valley
Please don't come outside advertised hours as it won't be available to view. Thanks
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hi i make handmade soap and am currently saving for a much needed wheelchair as i have chronic illness and all because i have to pay out of pocket for this much needed equipment
soaps are $5 each or 2 for $10
Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!
The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).
… View moreBuy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!
The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).
Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
Find your local Resene ColorShop
Home Cuisine offers you a hassle free certification services.
Call us to discuss the on going promotions. +64 22 555 4726
Breathe new life into an old magazine rack by adding a pop of colour with Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own.
We think this was the best apartment on The Block NZ: Firehouse in Kingsland. Stacy and Adam did a stellar job, and now it is going to auction for a second time, on July 28. 2021. Great character apartment, great location.
Hi there!
Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.
We’ve… View moreHi there!
Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.
We’ve stocked the store with all the essentials. Think fleece-lined rain coats and shoes to keep kids warm and dry, and warm, healthy food.
Just pick, click, and give now – we take care of the rest, making sure your purchase gets to KidsCan.
Are you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑
See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on… View moreAre you renting? Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) make it easier for tenants to make minor changes to the rental property and improves the security of tenure. 🖼️🏠🔑
See the full list of changes, including a template for requesting to make a change to the property, on the Tenancy Services website 👉bit.ly...
You can also read our story about the recent changes - and more - in our latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter 👉 bit.ly...
Combining over 25 years sales experience with superb customer service focusing on the client's needs and the buyers desires. Choosing to do the simple things well and consistently.
Working across Auckland's Northwest region and supporting local businesses and schools which uphold our … View moreCombining over 25 years sales experience with superb customer service focusing on the client's needs and the buyers desires. Choosing to do the simple things well and consistently.
Working across Auckland's Northwest region and supporting local businesses and schools which uphold our strong family and community values.
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