Monthly Archives: September 2011

For better or worse, beer and rugby are intrinsically linked in New Zealand. The money from beer sponsorship has kept many a small club alive, but has also contributed to the culture of binge drinking after games, including the infamous court sessions. … Continue reading →

I’m expanding the beer directory part of this website. I’m currently working my way through the craft beer on tap venues, writing reviews and taking photos. I’d also like to have a directory of which on-license premises (be they bars, … Continue reading →

Recently my sister Emma and her fiancée Josh bought out the other half of the restaurant that Josh is a chef at. Feast, as its called, is a good wee restaurant and I’m not just saying that out of family loyalty: … Continue reading →

  It’s finally happened: the New Zealand media have realised that craft beer is cool. Two lifestyle magazines currently on the shelves have articles about craft beer. The first is Good magazine, promoter of all things green and ‘good’ with their large … Continue reading →