Susan and Philip and their very handsome dog Max took us to a few local farmers markets where I found a joyful gentleman from Columbia selling tasty empanadas, lots of fresh fruit and veggies and the the famous "White Bait" a local NZ delicacy.
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Essentially white bait is small fishies cooked in an egg batter. The vendor offered me a free taste and so of course I had to close my eyes and buck up and give it a try.
Sorta tasted like fishy, salty eggs. Somehow I just couldn't get past the little eyes looking up at me and after one bite, I decided there wasn't any need to go back for more. I think I like these better!
We were then off to Lyttelton Harbor that was once the main port for the cruise ships. However, that ended when it was destroyed during the earthquake. The government focused on ensuring the container ships could still have access and the cruise ships moved to Akaroa.
After a stroll around Lyttleton and their market we visited Birdling's flat for a walk on the beach in search of hidden agates. We even checked out the local agate museum.
We continued our journey to the Hilltop overlook for a photo opportunity and then down to Akaroa for a quick tour and a beer.
I had arranged to meet up with David Bailey - a Gold Wing friend who recently visited our GWRRA Chapter R in Phoenix. I exchanged goodbyes with Susan and Philip as they dropped me off at the restaurant to meet David and his sister Lisa. We had a lovely dinner and all swapped life-stories and talked about riding and David's upcoming visit back in Phoenix in April.
Overall this was a busy and adventurous day. Susan, Philip and Max were such warm, welcoming and friendly tour guides and we were grateful they chose to share their time and friendship with us.
Tomorrow we ride!
1 comment:
The photo of the fish pancake with all the eyes....yikes! I don't remember ever seeing that, or heaven forbid, eating a bit, it would left me scared for life ;)
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