EPICUREAN GETAWAY
This month, esteemed Australian chef Damien Pignolet is flitting to New Zealand for two gastronomic weekends and a cooking masterclass at The Marlborough Lodge, a secluded estate in the verdant wine region. The three-night package includes a dinner curated by Pignolet, a cycling tour of local vineyards and a half-day cruise of the majestic Marlborough Sounds. The two weekends run July 6-9 and July 13-16, while the class will take place on July 11. themarlboroughlodge.co.nz