Vic’s Picks

1. IN HER BLOOD Ngaio Marsh Award shortlisted author Nikki Crutchley is also a key Nourish team member, ensuring our I’s are dotted and t’s crossed and clearing up those apostrophe debates, so we are super proud and excited to get our hands on her fifth book – In Her Blood (out 30 November). Described as a compulsively readable, dark, twisty and atmospheric thriller, sure to keep you turning the pages deep into the night, it sounds like the perfect holiday read to me.

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OPITO BAY SEA SALT

Each crystal of award-winning Opito Bay Sea Salt has been crafted through the careful combination of sun, wind and pristine sea water from Coromandel’s iconic Opito Bay. This delicious natural salt is made in small batches creating big, translucent crystals with a unique minerality, for a mouth-watering “wow” burst of flavour. While their award winning Natural Sea Salt is always a treat and has its place, you’ll delight in their various other flavours from Black Truffle to Dry Gin Sea Salt or their gold medal Rosemary Sea Salt. Find out more at opitobaysalt.co.nz

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SALTWATER

This summer’s hot ticket is a seat at Saltwater’s bar. Be it the ice bar where you can see the amazing array of kaimoana chilling on ice or at the other end where things get a little hotter and you can watch the chefs in action over the grill. Located on the Mount main street, Saltwater Seafood Grill and Oyster Bar is a unique concept, just a stone’s throw from the sea. Co-owner Nick Potts says, “Our chefs are focused on preparing incredible plates that accentuate the natural flavours that will appeal to any seafood lovers’ palate.” Non seafood fans, don’t fear, there is something to delight you too, or they may just convert you to the delights of the sea. saltwaterseafood.co.nz

MADE BY MOUNTIES

Made by Mounties is a family-friendly cookbook produced by the Mount Maunganui Primary whānau incorporating recipes from school families and teachers as well as our local community cafés, restaurants, sponsors and icons.

$55

madebymounties.co.nz