Change of scenery.
I take you to the sea this time, on the South coast of Wellington; for a little walk between Lyall Bay and Houghton bay where the Taputeranga marine reserve starts.
That morning, everything was so still.
It was a clear day and we could perceive on the other side of the strait, the outline of snow-capped Southern Alps.
After having a snack on the rocks and enjoying the view, I collected more shells for my always increasing collection…
I promise, I come back soon…
Last year at the same time, I noticed this majestic magnolia and I was fascinated by its beautiful bloom.
This year again, when I saw the very first flowers, I knew I would go to the Botanic Garden.
I’m totally under the spell of this tree…
Winter is not over yet and there is already so many flowers showing there.
So many colour and shape; it’s growing all around !
And please don’t ask me to name them -apart from the magnolia and the rhododendron- I have no idea…
Have a nice week-end !
For those still interested I’ve updated the post about the kiwifruit cakes with the recipe.
Sweet moment, enjoying the sun comfortably sit down in an armchair, strategically placed next to the window and writing this post…
Sweet moment, chatting until late in the night with a friend not seen for a very long time…
Sweet moment, hearing a good friend is expecting a little boy for the beginning of next year !
As sweet as these moments, this fresh looking dessert is inspired from the French cake called Fraisier -strawberry cream cake.
An exotic version with génoise, syrup, crème chantilly and kiwifruits -in season down here- and that can be made with green kiwis althought kiwi gold are sweeter.
Hope you are having sweet moments too !
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