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Food and Drink
Winter warmers
There’s no better way to enjoy your winter vegetables than roasted – either tossed in a salad, served on a stick, or alongside your favourite Sunday roast.
theveggieguy.co.nz
Western Ranges Honey
From the remote Baton Valley, bordering the mountainous Kahurangi National Park, a small family business produces delicious, raw honey in glass jars. Buy with confidence knowing it has been independently tested and verified as glyphosate free.
westernrangeshoney.co.nz
Sublime Coffee Roasters
Go straight to the source! Replenish your coffee bean supply by heading into Sublime Coffee Roasters Brew Bar and Roastery on New Street. Check out the roasting team in action and get extra good vibes if you bring your own container to refill.
sublimecoffeeroasters.co.nz
Solander Gourmet Seafood
Marlborough oysters available now! The very best seafood available in New Zealand and around the world is easily accessible to you via online order and home delivery. Select from the finest seafood and other gourmet products, to ensure that your dining experiences are healthy, delicious, and incredibly well priced. Delivering gourmet seafood direct to your door.
gourmetseafood.co.nz
Gostoso Cuisine
Empada is a traditional Brazilian pie with home-made pastry and delicious fillings, made by Davi. Try one for yourself at the Nelson Farmers Market, every Wednesday, 8am - 1pm.
Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.
It’s not winter in Nelson Tasman unless you’ve spent time at a local Sprig + Fern Tavern enjoying a pint of craft beer or cider. Real beer, real people, really local. Sprig + Fern Milton St, Sprig + Fern Hardy St, Sprig + Fern Tahuna, Sprig + Fern Upper Queen, Sprig + Fern The Meadows Sprig + Fern Brightwater, Sprig + Fern Mapua ,Sprig + Fern Motueka
sprigandfern.co.nz
Spread the love around as you offer everyone a piece of this shockingly delicious and secretively low carb cake. A favorite shared from Sweet not Sugar.
Thermomix® method Ingredients: • 60g pistachio nuts, shelled • 1 tsp ground cardamom • 250g blanched almond • 1 lemon, thin peelings of skin • 1 orange, thin peelings of skin • 200g butter, plus extra for greasing • 4 medium eggs • 1tsp baking powder • 2 tsp rose water • 40g lemon juice • 200g mascarpone • Edible rose petals (for decorating) • 150g Sweetnz golden sweetener • 1 Tbsp coconut flour • 80g clear fibre syrup Method: Preheat oven to 160°c, grease and line base of two round tins (20cm) Place pistachios in mixing bowl then chop 2 secs/speed 6, transfer to a bowl, remove 2Tbsp of larger chunks to a smaller bowl and set aside. Place cardamon and almonds in mixing bowl then grind 20 sec/speed 10. Transfer to bowl and set aside. Place lemon and orange peel and 30g of sweetener in mixing bowl then grind 15 sec/speed 10. Scrape down sides of mixing bowl with spatula. Add remaining 120g sweetener and butter then cream 30 sec/speed 4. Scrape down sides of mixing bowl with spatula. Add eggs and mix 20 sec/speed 4. Add coconut flour, reserved almond mixture, baking powder, rose water, then mix, 20 sec/speed 4. Add larger bowl of reserved chopped pistachio and mix 20 sec/speed 3. Transfer batter into prepared tins and bake 30 mins. Clean mixing bowl. Once cooked, leave cake to stand for 5 mins in the tins. Then make syrup. Place lemon juice and 40g fibre syrup in mixing bowl. Heat 2 mins/90°c/speed 1.5. Meanwhile poke holes in the cake surface using a cocktail stick. Drizzle syrup over cakes, allowing it to seep into the holes. Then leave cake to cool. Clean mixing bowl. Once cool remove from tins and transfer to serving plate. Place mascarpone, remaining fibre syrup and rose water in mixing bowl, then mix 15 sec/speed 4. Insert butterfly whisk, then mix 20 sec/speed 3. Spoon on the middle and over the top of the cake surface. Garnish with reserved pistachios and rose petals.
THERMOMIX®
If you would like to see what a thermomix® could do for you contact: Paula Kilkelly Thermomix® Consultant Nelson paula@sweetnotsugar.co.nz
MEET YOUR LOCAL SPRIG + FERN TAVERN OWNERS
Sprig + Fern Brewing Co. beers and ciders are well known around New Zealand, and Sprig + Fern Taverns are popular in their communities with eight in Nelson Tasman and 14 nationwide. This month we get to know Nick and Vicki Rose who own Sprig + Fern The Meadows.
What do you do for fun if you ever have spare time outside of running your business? Nick: I’m still playing local football with Richmond Athletic, trying to play golf and walks with our dog Beaudie. Vicki: I love photography, I’m always the one who documents every beautiful sunset, beach walk, family event or new puppy that enters the Sprig. Some people believe photos aren’t important, until that’s all you have left. What made you decide to go into business together? Nick: We wanted to do something together, something of our own and something that could reflect our personalities. Vicki: Nick is my best friend and life is short. Favourite craft beer on tap at your Tavern currently? Nick: Chasing Hazy Vicki: OG Pilsner If you could only drink one style of beer for the rest of your life, what would it be? Nick: Tough one…probably a Pilsner Vicki: I guess if I must drink one beer it better be our low carb Shredder which we sell in cans and is very tasty What makes The Meadows Sprig + Fern special? Nick: Our customers, our environment, our award-winning craft beer and our friendly team. Vicki: We have such wonderful patrons that make the place. People tell us it has a lovely atmosphere, relaxing and comfortable but also new and a little fancy. Favourite local sports team? Nick: Saxton Storm Volleyball and the mighty Mako. Vicki: I really like watching and taking photos of Nicks football team, Richmond Masters. Favourite national sports team? Nick: AB’s Vicki: All Blacks, especially when we get to watch them live. What keeps you motivated to own a business in Nelson Tasman? Nick: Being at the start of a growing community, watching the ever-changing landscape become the jewel in Richmond’s crown and the growth opportunities in this vibrant region. Vicki: The locals in this area are so supportive and encouraging, I couldn’t imagine opening a business in any other area. Favourite part of owning Sprig + Fern The Meadows? Nick: The vibe, meeting new people, hearing laughter and chatter. Vicki: I love seeing the special occasions celebrated, old friends reconnecting and our staff happy.
McCashin’s Tap Room
Platters, pizzas and tasting trays! The perfect excuse to get out of the kitchen, grab your friends and visit McCashin’s Tap Room. With a mouthwatering menu to choose from and fine beverages made right there at the brewery, your next meal or after work drinks gathering is sorted. Try our new outdoor dining area or stay cosy inside, there’s plenty of room to sit back, relax and catch up.
660 Main Rd, Stoke 03 547 0329 mccashins.co.nz
Red16
Off the beaten path while still being centrally located, Red16 is the perfect place for dining out. Specials include tacos and margaritas on Tuesdays, burgers and beers on Wednesdays, plus the very popular Open Mic Night every Thursday. The full menu is available from 3pm to 10pm Mon to Sat, with a wide array of drinks available until late.
Anchor Restaurant and Bar
Top quality food is best served with amazing ocean views! Blessed with a fantastic spot on the water, you will feel welcomed and won’t want to leave.
Specialising in local seafood and steaks, there are also delectable choices for non-meat eaters, people with special dietary needs and kids.
The Indian Café
With three great locations you can enjoy Indian Cafe’s delicious food no matter where you are. Head in and find out why Indian Café is the favourite choice for anyone looking for the highest quality food and a memorable cuisine experience. All venues offer intimate restaurant dining and courtyard settings and takeaway options.
94 Collingwood St, Nelson | 03 548 4089 266 Queen St, Richmond | 03 544 8979 201 Songer St, Stoke | 03 547 0008 theindiancafe.co.nz
The Lemongrass
The Lemongrass offers the very best of Thai and Vietnamese cooking adapted for the Kiwi palate. Their menu is based around using the best local ingredients with a minimum of cooking. Come and meet Lemon-Lemon, their friendly robot who will deliver dishes to your table and even sing happy birthday. Menu items can be ordered online for takeaway. Fully licensed and open 7 days for lunch and dinner.
Mapua Village Bakery
Open for breakfast, lunch, and snacks throughout the day, choose from their fantastic menu full of all your favourites. Dinner is sorted with fabulous take home family pies ready to heat and enjoy or pop in the freezer, plus takeaway cakes for dessert. A great place to have a work meeting or breakfast, then indulge in one of the many tempting treats. Their amazing coffee will add a bounce to your day too. Open 7:30am to 4pm Mon to Fri and 8am to 4pm on the weekends.
