What was your relationship with your grandmother growing up?

My relationship with my Grandma has always been very special to me, she was my calm space, a steady constant and someone who inspired me to always strive to do good and think beyond myself. I remember as a child, that she held Mother Theresa in high regard. My mum and Grandma instilled a sense of social justice, awareness and charity for others in myself, my brothers, sisters, and that is something I will be forever grateful for.

What are your fondest memories of Louise?

My Grandparents lived in Hong Kong, and throughout my childhood it became my second home, I visited for the first time with my mum Sarah when I was about 3 months old! It was a stark contrast to New Zealand and the warmth and colourful landscape has become deeply ingrained in my psyche, I passionately love Asia as a result.

So many vivid memories of these times, particularly fondly I recall shadowing my Grandma on morning trips to central Hong Kong, to the post office, bank, market, etc. Once she had completed her errands we would often visit a French patisserie where I was allowed to choose something special to take home. We would venture home, for morning tea served in china cups, from memory I would have blackcurrant juice served in a teapot, and I would sit at her feet while she wrote letters in her upstairs home office. I must have been about 4 or 5 years old. It was here I developed a deep appreciation for crispy, slightly browned at the edges Palmier, always on the lookout for the perfect one, they are very hard to find! To this day I still really enjoy visiting my Grandma, for tea and conversation, she has an incredible memory for detail and I cherish the moments I have with her.