good eats

This sign was in the 'chippie' (takeaway/fish & chips shop) that we went to last night in Kaikoura.  

We assume said brocolli (sic) would be battered and dipped in hot oil, so gave it a miss.

The fish and chips (elephant fish tonight, a ghastly looking sharky thing according to the chart on wall of NZ fish species) was delightful although we waited over 1/2 hr. for the order.  Unbelievably, this was the first fried food we'd eaten this trip.  In general we've been 'self-catering' in hostels, which for most part have clean and well-equipped kitchens.  We keep it quick and easy and use fresh local produce. 

Hostel managers are lovin' Estelle..  Those of you that know her are no doubt aware of her Mr. Clean ability to get rid of cooking messes quick-like.  I'm good with drying dishes. :) 

Next post will be from the North Island -- we're currently in departure lounge at Christchurch Airport -- and it's a lovely sunny autumn day.  Hope you're all doing well!