New Zealand Piscatorian, Epicurian, Fly Fishing Guide

His spirit tempered by the smell of ancient peat bogs stroked by single malt whiskey makers, cold north winds and unlimited sea food opportunities have provided New Zealand Chef, fly fishing guide Craig Summerville a magnificent classroom indeed! Those who have sampled this raw visceral climate, abundant natural resources including all that the sea has left to give collectively agree modern New Zealand remains a sportsmens, fly fisher paradise with a complete menu not the least of which world class restaurants featuring seafood entree’s expertly executed with fine whiskeys and the freshest ingredients. Mr. Summerville’s interests are exactly in line with my own, first fly fishing and savoring what’s left of contemporary wild rivers still actually running wild ( look out California- Dos Terminator wants more Dams!!! )

Recently exiled from Scotland to the tiny hamlet of Wananka on South Island New Zealand. Criag originally from Dryman loch lomond aside from fly fishing talents has a fine working Chef history including time in respected kitchens such as Cromlix House, Isle oF Eriska, then on to becoming head Chef at the acclaimed East Haugh House Hotel in Pitlochry. As these photos illuminate New Zealand is well suited for fly fishers who enjoy wild salmon. The area Wanaka/Queenstown is highly regarded by international fly fishers see www.castabroad.com . Mr. Summerville will take care of all your needs including arranging hotel, food, and expert guide service. No crowds to worry about fly fishing in New Zealand as the land mass and coastline are resplendent in wonderful fly opportunities.

Fly fishers world wide share love of well prepared food and the call of the wild, my new friend Mr. Summerville walks the walk.......... Check out his websight, perhaps New Zealand is calling you Pilgrim?

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