Vic’s Picks

THE SHACK

If, like many in the Waikato, you are planning to spend some time this summer in Raglan, be it a week at the bach or a day at the beach, a stop at The Shack is always compulsory in my book. While each summer there are always new spots to discover at Waikato’s favourite beach town, there is a reason The Shack has been there for over a decade and still the place you have to queue for a coveted table – it’s worth it! theshackraglan.com

2. 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