Kapiti Food Fair getting ready for a big day of foodie heaven

Kapiti Food Fair getting ready for a big day of foodie heaven

he Kapiti Food Fair closed for vendor registration back in August.  “We are now working on the Site Map and whew it’s a big job with our footprint increasing this year to 250+ sites.  35% of sites are local Kapiti folk cooking and packaging what they do best.  We are going to colour code local vendors on the Site Map this year as we think visitors will like that.  The Liquor Zone, with craft beers, distilleries, liquors, ports, wines and cider has taken an exciting leap of growth this year and we also have an Italian Zone organised by the Italian Chamber of Commerce based in Wellington,” says Fair owners Helene Judge and Jeanine van Kradenburg. 

When it’s time to downsize…

When it’s time to downsize…

Downsizing is a daunting task for anyone. Imagine how much harder it is when you are unwell or used to being totally independent and yet find yourself overwhelmed with everything that needs to be done. Many in this situation also know deep down they need extra support now, but really don’t want to leave the comfort of their home.

Kāpiti Chamber Elects New Chair

Kāpiti Chamber Elects New Chair

Kāpiti, Friday 25 October 2019 - The Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce has elected a new Chair and Board at its 2019 Annual General Meeting, held on the 23 October at Kāpiti Coast Airport.  

Jacinda Thorn is the new Board Chair,  and is joined by Sam Pritchard, Deputy Chair, Henry Kruger, Treasurer and Heather Hutchings is stepping into Secretary position.  

The light and colour of Vietnam comes to Kapiti

The light and colour of Vietnam comes to Kapiti

Kapiti artist Tania Dally has recently returned home with a series of 20 paintings created while living in Hoi An, Vietnam for three months. The collection: Hoi An: Light and Colour will be featured at Tania’s Boatshed Studio, across the footbridge from the carpark at Marine Gardens, Raumati Beach, as part of the upcoming Kapiti Arts Trail. 

Kapiti Teenage Author launches fourth book

Kapiti Teenage Author launches fourth book

Kapiti’s award winning teenage author, Ben Spies, is launching his fourth book next month.  Ben, who recently won a bronze medal at the Moonbeam Children’s Book Award in the United States, has written three highly acclaimed children’s books.  His much awaited fourth book ‘2020’ is a science fiction novel and tackles the topic of climate change from a child’s perspective.