Nerida Cortese

Channel Mag. How long have you lived on the Shore? Where were you before? What was it that brought you to the Shore? 

Nerida Cortese. I moved to NZ in 2001 from Australia into Titirangi. Two years later, I moved to the Shore as I always found it warmer and had a great feel about it. 

CM. What’s your favourite Shore restaurant and why? 

NC. Shane and I really enjoy our Thai food, so we often venture to Tip Siam in Takapuna for a quick and very tasty meal. Otherwise, if we feel like ribs and steak, we head to Lone Star as it is really close to our home. 

CM. Saturday morning North Shore style? 

NC. Our ideal weekend morning involves a stroll in to Taka for a great coffee and a race around the park with our son Kees, followed by a walk home along the beach. 

CM. What’s your favourite Shore beach and why? 

NC. Thorne's Bay is our favourite place to relax as Kees loves exploring around the rocks and it is well protected from wind and there are fewer people. 

CM. Where do you go to relax on the Shore? 

NC. Shane and I really enjoy our relaxing walks along Taka beach, followed by a coffee or two at the Taka Beach Café. We lead really busy lives and we find it a great way to find time to catch up with ourselves as well as each other. 

CM. What’s the Shore’s best kept secret? 

NC. ...it wouldn't be a secret if I told you!!!! Ha, kidding, Thorne's Bay without a doubt.....hang on, dinner at Uncle John and Aunty Sue's in Taka. Amazing Italian food, wine and great family times!! 

CM. Have you ever found anywhere else in the world that reminds you of the Shore and if so, how? 

NC. I can honestly say there is no other place like it here. Always friendly people, great food and a great atmosphere. I always feel safe and know that I can always find anything I want or need right here. 

CM. Finally, what do you love most about the city you call home? 

NC. I love the fantastically warm nature of the people here. A friendly "hello" or smile is never too much to ask for.