New Zealand is famous for its cheese. Unfortunately we have a very successful dairy corporative (Fonterra) who has managed to get such a high price for our dairy exports that the only way we can purchase it in NZ is to pay the same price as can be achieved overseas.

So, when I order a cheese board for my desert at the hotel I'm staying in tonight, I understand why they charge $16 for it but I expect to get more than 2 little pieces!

I'm also embarrassed for any overseas guests staying at the hotel and wanting to sample our fine range of cheeses...