Tristan Ryall

"The beautiful redwoods are the best thing in town. Look out for the strange tree in the main shopping street....some variety of auracaria?"

"The lamb saag was tops."

"Enjoy a drink in front of the fire...if it's lit."

"The pools are all chlorinated, and very crowded. If you're going for the health benefits, head up to Maruia Springs instead. Hanmer just feels like your local council pool, heated up."

"The nepal masala tea is phenomenal."

"The food is all excellent, but try mike's organic vanilla coffee porter. Devastated that it doesn't ship to oz."