Who is Black Betty? (Dan Meredith)
For 13 years I have been a chef and have absolutely loved it!
My early roots started back in Palmerston Nth where I studied and learnt the basics of what it meant to deliver quality food at my highest standard daily. From there I moved to the beautiful Hawkes Bay where I worked in wineries, bars, cafes, food trucks, catering company’s & restaurants. I even opened my own cafe in Havelock North called ‘Thyme Cafe’ after a few years. From there, a bit bored of the town scene and hospitality, in 2013 I started a media company called D.M Productions, as a freelance videographer & specialize in wedding films, family portraits, event marketing & real estate.
Gaining love again and missing the hustle bustle of kitchens I started working in luxury hunting lodges as a private chef in some of NZs best outfitters which took me to the big USA to work and travel for 6 years. I traveled all around the west and central America, and Texas, and that’s where I found my love for BBQ.
Today Black Betty is a place where I can share all my experiences and what I have learnt along the way through working with amazing chefs, celebrities, and just all round great inspiring people.
Wow—what a ride! Four epic days of fun at the Auckland Home and Garden Show—done and dusted! A big congratulations to Lane Whittaker, the lucky winner of this year`s Show prize scoring an amazing $2,500 Resene Paint Package! We can`t wait to see the splash of colour you create, Lane! 🎨
How cool does the Resene Paint By Numbers wall look?! We had thousands of clever and creative Show-goers bring this to life over the four days.
Huge thanks to everyone who came out to join us at Eden Park. You made it awesome, and we’re already buzzing for next year!
Next up: Marlborough Home and Garden Show—here we come! 🌿🏡
Ask the Experts at the Auckland Home and Garden Show! So many clever, knowledgeable people on hand in one easy location. Make the most of it!
📍Eden Park
Today and Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4:
For full details on free daily sessions:
https://homeandgardenshow.co.nz/event/auckland-home-garden-show/
Ask the Experts at the Auckland Home and Garden Show! Enjoy free, informative sessions in the level 5 lounge at @edenparknz
Doors open this Thursday - it`s going to be a biggie so lock it in today!
22-25 May
https://homeandgardenshow.co.nz/event/auckland-home-garden-show/
WIN Double Passes to the Auckland Home and Garden Show!
We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Eden Park.
How to enter:
🥰 Tag your show buddy in the comments below
🥰 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as `going` over on our event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/eden-park-stadium-auckland/auckland-home-and-garden-show-2025/1209102930147123/
Winners will be drawn on 21st of May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends!
Event Dates: 22-25 May 2025
Location: Eden Park, Auckland
Good luck – we’ll see you at the show!
#AucklandHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow
Wellington, you’ve been amazing so far🌟
We’re 2 days down, 1 to go at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show 🏡✨
Tomorrow’s your last chance to join the fun — and what better way to treat Mum this Mother’s Day than a day out full of inspo, ideas, and goodies? 💐🛍️
Doors open 10–4
📍Sky Stadium
See you at the Show!
Welcome to our Wellington Better Home and Living Show `Ask an Expert` series! Enjoy FREE daily sessions, held near the Show entrance.
Better Homes, Better Living, Better Outdoors, Better Communities 🏡🍃
📍Sky Stadium
📆9 - 11 May
See you there Wellington friends!
🌸 WIN the Ultimate Mother’s Day Treat IN WELLINGTON! 🌸
Valued at over $1,000, we have teamed up with a few of our fabulous Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025 exhibitors to bring you this Mother’s Day Prize Package packed with love, luxury, and local goodies to make Mum feel extra special!
Show them how much they mean to you, and ENTER by TAGGING your mum, mother figure, or best friend in the comments below. One tag = one entry. Tag as many amazing women as you wish!
One lucky winner will receive:
✨ A pampering face mask & serum from @trykure
🌿 2 tickets to the @pukahagardentour – exclusive access to stunning private gardens!
🚴♀️ A thrilling Wellington city tour for 2 with @trikn_tours
💡 A handcrafted @davidtrubridge Coral 400mm light shade made from sustainable bamboo
🍬 A pack of deliciously sweet Russian fudge from New Generation Liquorice Wellington
🖼️ Gorgeous dark Tui in flight metal wall art by @ornate_nz
🏺 A stunning handmade pottery piece from @potsbyaimee
🧣 A cosy long-sleeve scoop neck merino from @kellswool
🎟 AND OF COURSE a Family Pass to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show to check out all of these fabulous exhibitors and more!
📅 Winner announced Saturday 10th May – contacted directly.
Prize must be collected from the show.
WIN BIG at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show with our Big Spender Show Prize worth OVER $10,000! ✨
Here`s what you could win:
💤 Slumberzone Bliss Gel Queen Bed ($5,190) from Beds4U
❄️ $5,000 Insulation Package, courtesy of Insulmax
🎨 $250 Resene Voucher to refresh your space
👉 To enter, simply drop your details at the Show entrance and you could be the lucky winner!
📍 Join us at Sky Stadium, 9-11 May 2025:
Fri & Sat: 10am - 5pm | Sun: 10am - 4pm
Don’t miss out – we’ll see you at the show!
#WellingtonBetterHomeShow #Giveaway #HomeAndLiving #WinBig
WIN Double Passes to the Wellington Better Home & Living Show 2025!
We’re giving away 10 double passes to 10 lucky winners for this year’s Show at Sky Stadium.✨
How to enter:
🏡 Tag your show buddy in the comments below
🏡 Bonus entry: Mark yourself as `going` over on our event page on Facebook.
Winners will be drawn on 7th May and notified directly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the latest home, garden, and lifestyle trends!
📅 Event Dates: 9-11 May 2025
📍 Location: Sky Stadium, Wellington
Good luck – we’ll see you at the show!
#WellingtonHomeGardenShow #Giveaway #HomeAndGardenShow
Always a blast in Taranaki 🏡🪴 What an incredible turnout. Last chance to join us at TSB Stadium till 4pm today.
That`s a wrap for day one in Taranaki! What a turnout, bring on the weekend!
Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4
TSB Stadium
It`s all go on day ✌🏻 in Taupo!
Check it all out at Great Lake Centre till 5pm Saturday and 10-4 Sunday!
