Always wanted to whip up a Ricotta or Halloumi - then join Linda Blake at Brackenridge.

Grab a group of friends for a weekend and we can arrange a cheese making course for you!

• Introduction to Cheese making & Tastingciabatta.. Course dates to be set - call Linda on 06 3066176 if you are interested. Cost $30 per person . Includes free gift & info pack.. We'll make Ricotta and whip up some dips to have with yummy breads, cook up fresh Halloumi and taste that with slices of
•  
• Cheesemaking Course - 4 hour cheesemaking course made fun with Linda - hands on and limited to only 8 "Cheese Makers". Cost $130 per person. There will be dip making, piping hot bread coming from the oven - yummy hot cibatta breads.... you may like to buy a bottle of wine from the Brackenridge Bar to enjoy with your feast!
•  
• All bookings and enquiries to wonderdog@xtra.co.nz - book your course today and call Brackenrirdge on 06 3068115 to book your accommodation with a10% discount on booking your cheese making course - relax and enjoy your own hand made cheese on your private patio at the end of the day.

• Join us on the Mybod Women's Revive Weekend in 2012 at Brackenridge Country Retreat and Spa for a girls' weekend away. We'll make sure you have time for both active and relaxing pursuits in comfortable surroundings.

  This is the perfect opportunity for you to get away from life's pressures and have some time for yourself. We will help you to unwind and refocus.

  Runs from Friday morning to Monday mid-afternoon

  Cost includes:
  o Your accommodation at Brackenridge Country Spa and Retreat, twin share
  o All meals and wine
  o Cooking Class
  o Exercise and stretching sessions
  o Group discussions
  o Use of pool, spa and gym facilities at Brackenridge
•  
• You may also opt for a 45min massage and 30min express facial, manicure or pedicure.
  
  2012 dates are confirmed:
  Friday 8 June - Monday 11 June 2012
  
  Gift vouchers are available for Christmas and can be purchased with a $200 deposit to secure a place
  Payment plans for the remainder are available starting from $50 a week
  Places are limited to 16 so get in quick
  
  contact rae@mybod.co.nz or prue@mybod.co.nz or call Rae 021 232 6692 for an application form or more information
  

• If you hadn't already realised, the Wairarapa is going to be concert central this summer.. and we believe that there are a couple more in the pipeline too.
• Make sure you check out the events page at on the website regularly to keep up to date: http://www.wairarapanz.com/?q=this-weeks-events
• December 13 - Toni Childs - Wairarapa College, Masterton
• December 30 & 31- La De Da - Daisybank Farm, Martinborough
• January 7th - Summertides - at Riversdale Beach
• Tickets for these 3 events can be purchased at the Masterton and Martinborough i-SITE's.
• February 5th - John Butler Trio, Aloe Blacc & The Grand Scheme, Annabel Fay - at Daisybank Farm, Martinborough
• February 25th - Gin Wigmore, Avalanche City & the Muttonbirds - at Alana Estate, Martinborough

The Brackenridge Spa Gallery is now open and currently exhibiting works by Local Wairarapa artist Jane Kellahan .

The Gallery is open 7 days from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday.