Food, Glorious Food

Well, isn't it one of the main reasons we all travel?  Here's NZ King Salmon at our local market.  It's fat, sweet, and fresh.  The fillets were $10.00 NZ each, or a whole fish could be had for $15.00 or $20.00 depending on size.  This is farm raised fish from the deep waters of the Malborough Sound. 

   Our local markets held on Saturdays or Sundays are our best source of fresh fruits and vegetables.  The strawberries are grown hydroponically in Blenheim, and most of the stone fruits come from the same area.  The best right now are "pick you own" nectarines.  They rival the sweetness of SC peaches, and that's saying something, 

Always looking for the next terrific meal?  Here's Bill's chicken curry from The Slip Inn, Havelock.  There's lots of Thai-influenced cooking here.

And, the famous green-lipped mussels grilled seven ways.  My favorite is the sweet chili sauce. 
Tomorrow is the popular Marlborough Wine Festival.  It's an all-day event that features wine tastings, food from famous local chefs, and live music.  We'll take lots of pictures there and hope for a sunny day.  Whatever the weather, a good time and glorious food is promised.