As a kiwi I am offended about your cuisine comment.... I am also nodding in absolute agreement. In NZ you need to play to the strengths. You'll get some of the

As a kiwi I am offended about your cuisine comment.... I am also nodding in absolute agreement. In NZ you need to play to the strengths. You'll get some of the best seafood and wine in the world. Freshly caught fish, simply cooked, with a bottle of South Island white wine. Glorious. Also, the nature helps. A cup of tea and some smoked mussels. Usually mundane -- but, after you've just hiked up a mountain and you're sitting on a ridge. Delicious.