Nikau Cave and Café in Waikaretu, which is just one hour north of Raglan, is doing its part to pull people out of winter hibernation by holding a range of spring events.
This Friday West Auckland singer songwriter Sunny Ray will perform at 8 pm, with pizzas available from 5:30pm. Admission is $10. www.soundcloud.com/sunny-ray/it-about-me-sunny-ray.
On Tuesday 25 September craft cheese maker Katherine Mowbray will hold a cheese making course, featuring halloumi, feta, ricotta and mascarpone. Katherine has taught artisan cheese making for 20 years and aims to put people in touch with the hands-on process of producing a natural food product in their own kitchen. The course is from 11 am to 2:30 pm and is $120 for one person or $300 for three. www.cheesemaking.co.nz
Following the successful Ladies Evening there has been demand for a Men’s Night. On Saturday 29 September Olympic weightlifter Richie Patterson will speak about the behind-the-scenes experience of an Olympian. Start time is 6:30pm and Richie will speak at 7 pm, followed by dinner. Admission is $40 which includes a three course meal.
In October two first aid courses will be held, Tuesday 2 October the full day course, First Aid as a Life Skill and on Wednesday 3 October a half day course, CPR + Basic First Aid for Teenagers. See www.first-training.co.nz for more information and bookings.
Lastly, a date for diaries – accomplished solo musician Dave Alley will be playing at Nikau again on Friday 9 November at 8pm. www.davealley.co.nz
For bookings call 09 233 3199 or email info@nikaucave.co.nz. For more information see our website or Facebook page.
