Enchanting New Zealand, Tasmania and Australia may be defined geographically as Down Under, gastronomically ChezHelvetica redefines them as Up Over the top. With verdant land, passionate farmers, chefs and shop managers, the flavors in this part of the world are unparalleled. From hangi (food cooked on stones) by Maori villagers in Rotorua, homemade Scones and Preserves
(served at Manderley Sheep Farms in Akaroa), organic Tasmanian Lamb (at a delightful private dinner in Hobart) to the best Middle Eastern Food ever tasted at Maha Restaurant in Melbourne. The Culinary Arts Center aboard Holland America‘s Noordam enhanced this experience with recipe demonstrations of local dishes. Also, the finest Coffee at Havana Coffee Works in Wellington and Flat Whites (at Fullers Books in Hobart and throughout Australia). The grand finales – delicious Chocolates in Wellington or Napier (site of Silky Oaks Chocolate Museum), and Mini Monet Cupcakes at The Rocks in our last majestic port of Sydney. A truly unforgettable journey!
