Sandfly make some of the best brunches in Te Anau, and here’s why. Every day their muffins change - expect banana and chocolate chip, blueberry and lemon, tomato spinach and cheese, blackberry and choc chip or bacon and blue cheese. The list goes on. For their brunches you can choose from their menu or their ever changing specials like toasted bagel with bacon, tomato, cream cheese and pesto or gluten free pumpkin, pinenut and feta fritters.

Mrs Clark’s won the ‘Cafe of the Year’ award in 2012, voted by Cafe magazine. This little space is kitschy, cute and cosy. The brunches are good and the coffee (made using Havana coffee from Wellington) is pretty darn great. It’s definitely worth making a trip to the bottom of the South Island for this little cafe.

Located not far from the famous Mrs Clark’s Cafe, First In Cafe serves up some pretty decent brunch. If you are after something light to start the day there is a good selection of homemade baking, muffins and scones, along with the more hearty option of soup, pies and seafood chowder. Great Southland food!

Part of The Kelvin Hotel in Invercargill, Level One is more than just a restaurant hotel. Serving up weekend brunch to hungry visitors (and locals), this place is definitely popular for a reason. Catering to all dietary needs, there is something for everyone here. The warm and friendly Southland service tops things off nicely.

At the Post Office Cafe in Queenstown they mean business. This cafe is great for business meetings, work functions and of course Sunday brunch. Their all day menu has great options which will have you full and happy. The fresh fruit salad is some of the best in town and the sweet lemon pancakes are AMAZING.

A hotel restaurant with spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the mountains, Lombardi is a great place for a spot of brunch whether you’re a customer of St Moritz Hotel or not. Choose from French toast, club sandwiches, breakfast platter or three egg omelette from the brunch menu.

A cafe popular with the locals and visitors to Wanaka, Relishes Cafe is becoming famous for their superb brunch menu. It’s hard to fault this cafe which comes highly recommended on online review sites and people you talk to in person. The eggs Benedict with bacon is a definitely a stand out!

Originally starting in Wellington way back when, Mojo Coffee has since made the move down to Dunedin. This flagship café and coffee roastery for the South Island has a great brunch and lunch menu, and their espresso is second to none.

This little Kurow cafe and bakery has it all: great service, good coffee and nice freshly made food. Using locally sourced produce including Mt Cook salmon, merino and seasonal fruit and vegetables, expect your brunch to be healthy and delicious. Most food is made on site and from scratch including the cinnamon flavoured bacon, Italian style sausages, pâté and pickles and chutneys!

The Town House is a great spot for breakfast, lunch and of course, brunch. A must try is the Eggs Pacifica (smoked salmon and capers) and quarter pound West Coast scramble featuring Mokihinui Whitebait, feta and egg scramble with mesculin salad, toast and aioli. Oh my

Located in the perfect spot next to Lake Tekapo, Reflections serves up tasty breakfast from 7.00am most days of the week. Enjoy the view alongside some good coffee and hearty cooked breakfast. In the cooler months there is a fire to cosy up to.

Overlooking the Church of the Good Shepherd in Lake Tekapo, The Godley Hotel is a stylish and relaxed restaurant. With substantial buffet breakfasts to fill you up and keep you going throughout the day, this is the place to be!

Anyone who has passed through Arthurs Pass would have stopped at Wobbly Kea Cafe at some time or another. Serving up breakfast to hungry travellers and locals every day of the week, Wobbly Kea’s is worth stopping in for the sausage and egg on toast or grilled tomato and bacon on toast.

Denniston Dog is based near Westport’s historical Denniston coal fields and caters to all dietary needs. This place is great for picking up lunch for on-the-go or for relaxing over a tasty brunch. On the brunch menu, choose from creamy seafood chowder, chicken sandwiches and tempura seafood. The only problem with the brunch menu is that isn’t served until midday!

This Eating House and Bar produces some of the best Sunday brunch in Christchurch. Located near the airport, it may be bit of trek to get to, but it’s well worth it. Their all day brunch menu on Sundays features brioche French toast, smoked salmon with apple and dill and granola with figs all local honey. Bookings are recommended!

A laid back cafe, The Grand Cafe dishes up a pretty decent buffet brunch. For $25 a head, take your pick from a selection of hot or cold dishes, including fruit bread, deli meats and cheeses, sausages and hashbrowns. Yum!

Black Betty is a fun and lively cafe in central Christchurch. What they do they with eggs in the kitchen is simply magic. Eggs florentine, eggs benedict and "Betty’s Soldiers" are easily a crowd favourite.

A lovely grocery store and cafe just 40km outside of Christchurch, Dunsandel Store is a great place for an all day breakfast. Choose from a great selection of brunch options including pesto fried mushrooms and mince on toast!

A lovely cafe and bar, The Stables offers you a superb brunch against the backdrop of the Banks Peninsula. Enjoy some freshly baked goods alongside a tasty espresso in the sunshine. You’ll definitely be back!

Specialising in fine merino and possum clothing, you are bound to find something perfect for winter at Woolshed. Using raw materials from around New Zealand your clothes are guaranteed to keep you warm and try over the cold months. Take your pick from a great selection of colourful cardigans, slippers, socks, vests, jerseys and sheepskins.

There’s loads of fine merino garments at Max in Merivale Mall at the moment. Choose from a ‘Merino Batwing Cardi’, ‘Merino Roll Neck Dress’, ‘Merino Rib Cowl Top’ and loads more. Aside from the great merino, there is also hooded ponchos, chunky fisherman’s cardies and quilted puffa jackets. Sorry boys, these clothes are for girls only.

There is one thing to know about Hanmer Springs - it gets very cold in the winter. Thank goodness Mhor is on hand to help rug us up. This fashion retail store offers a contemporary range of seasonal clothes for both men and women. With a focus on customer care and amazing service, you can’t go wrong here!

This family business caters to everyone over the winter months: they have a ridiculously good range of hats and scarves to mens and womens tops, jackets and pants. The styles are a little quirky, fun and suitable for both work and play.

Barkers in Riccarton Westfield Mall has it covered for men this winter - literally! Established in 1972, they have been churning out amazing coats and winter-wear ever since. Over the years, Barkers has established itself as the most trendy High Street clothing store in New Zealand for men. Go and see why!

This Dunedin-based company specialises in garments made from silk – warm on your skin, yet still able to breathe this a great winter fabric. With many styles, from tops, pants, dresses and accessories to choose from (including a huge variety of colours), there is something for everyone at the Silkbody Dunedin studio.

This new Oamaru store not only sells collectable glasswear and amazing gift items, but an impressive range of Koru Merino Possum Knitwear and Crown and Feather Fingerless Gloves all made in NZ. There’s even a good little selection of wooly hats for the family.

A stylish and modern store, Kimberleys’ Dunedin store is packed with winter goodies. If you hop on their website there’s also some real good bargains to bag, including coats and warm tops and jumpers. With a range of national and international designers on the rack, you’re bound to find something stylish here.

Wild South produces casual contemporary, seasonal clothing. This fashion brand is a great option for anyone looking to stay warm this winter! There are thermals, wet weather gear, jackets and Falke socks for all ages and genders.

For the fashion-forward woman out there, pick up your winter threads at Carlson. This Dunedin-based label is synonymous with luxury and style. Tanya Carlson’s winter 2014 collection called ‘Bright Lights, Big City’ references New York City and contains amazing winter pieces for your wardrobe.