NZ Dinner WLG Wednesday 9 June 2021 [was 8th]

[JessicaTam]

This travel bubble is so going to burst with all the bookings I have made!

But in case it holds, I am heading to Boulcott St Bistro in Wellington for dinner. I have eaten here before and it is fabulous. They have a great wine list, too.

Of course all things travel related can disappear at a moments notice, so you have been warned.

Care to chance it?

 

[blackcat20]

Enjoy!

 

[Kiwi_Flyer]

Colour me gold. I should be in WLG that evening.

 

[Mattg]

I just realised I haven't replied to this thread yet. All going well, I will be there!

 

[JessicaTam]

Boulcott Bistro don't take dinner bookings after 6pm. So I suggest we meet at 6 for a drink somewhere than head to the bistro for dinner.

@Kiwi_Flyer do you have anywhere you would suggest? I am staying at the Rydges near the train station, and I think @Mattg is nearby.

 

[Kiwi_Flyer]

Assuming I'm in town (currently yes) we could meet at Rydges (do you get any discount there?) and walk or bus to Boulcott Street.

 

[JessicaTam]

My attendance now depends on the 7 day lock down in Victoria, and how soon NZ welcomes visitors back.

 

[Kiwi_Flyer]

My attendance now depends on the 7 day lock down in Victoria, and how soon NZ welcomes visitors back.

We welcome Aussie visitors, just currently not those who have been in Victoria recently.

 

[Anna]

Wellington Chocolate Festival is on 3 July! I am tempted, bubble permitting.

 

[JessicaTam]

Wellington Chocolate Festival is on 3 July! I am tempted, bubble permitting.

I like your thinking!

 

[Anna]

I have a Chocstock ticket for NZD26.74 (non refundable I think, but a small amount to lose), and a refundable accommodation booking. Both the tickets and decent accommodation seem to be on their way towards selling out.

Now to book refundable flights! And to see if there is any insurance available for the possibility of having to pay for hotel quarantine at some point

 

[JessicaTam]

@Kiwi_Flyer and @Mattg, I think I have managed to resurrect my trip to NZ. Via ABX!

So will you be ok if dinner is put off to either the 9th or 10th? I hope to be in town for two nights (fingers crossed).

 

[Kiwi_Flyer]

I think I'll be in town all week, and hopefully over my cold (I already have a negative covid test result).

 

[Mattg]

Wednesday or Thursday are fine for me.

 

[Anna]

Sorry to hijack, but this looks like a good place to ask - are there other good restaurants within walking distance of Wellington IC?

I've got BStB on the radar, and I know there are some places down by the water but some of them were underwhelming last time I was in WLG, so I'm keen to know where else might be recommended.

 

[TheRealTMA]

Sorry to hijack, but this looks like a good place to ask - are there other good restaurants within walking distance of Wellington IC?

I've got BStB on the radar, and I know there are some places down by the water but some of them were underwhelming last time I was in WLG, so I'm keen to know where else might be recommended.

I like Charley Noble and Shed 5. The IC restaurant is not bad either.

 

[JessicaTam]

I think I'll be in town all week, and hopefully over my cold (I already have a negative covid test result).

Wednesday or Thursday are fine for me.

In that case let's go with Wednesday 9th.

 

[VPS]

I like Charley Noble and Shed 5. The IC restaurant is not bad either.

Plus 1 for Charley Noble

Portofino had very good reviews when I was living there but I never managed to get there

Juniper Bar Our Menu – Juniper Gin Bar & Restaurant

 

[Mattg]

In that case let's go with Wednesday 9th.

Look forward to it!

 

[JessicaTam]

I have moved my reservation at the Rydges, so happy to meet there at about 6ish. We can then head to the restaurant or grab a drink on the way. @Kiwi_Flyer, I will PM you my phone number.