A Taste of Home; New Zealand
All the yummy foods I still miss 26 years later
One of the first things I can’t wait to do after arriving back home to New Zealand probably sounds a little cuckoo; it’s to go to the supermarket.
I read KL Simmons’s story about German bread, and she immediately reminded me of Vogel’s bread back home. Their sunflower and barley brand is so delicious! With a dollop of butter and some creamy honey, it’s the bomb. I’ve never found a replica of it here in Montréal, and it’s one of the things on a long list of foods that I miss dearly.
Side note: Speaking of bread, I miss having the option to choose very thin bread for sandwiches versus thicker slices for toast. I’ve been known to get out the rolling pin to flatten the huge slices that are only on offer here!
I could spend hours in the supermarket perusing the shelves. It’s like a trip back in time; I’ve often forgotten about some foods but am immediately wanting to divulge them when I see them. Admittedly most of it is crap food, so it’s always a good idea to ensure I arrive in NZ minus a few pounds so I can be guilt-free as I stuff my face!
I always return to Canada with an entire suitcase of anything non-perishable. My kids have also learned to appreciate some food from NZ, so there are always their requests to…
