Indulge in the ultimate culinary experience at Doubtless Bay Villas, where private chef Matt Begbie will take you on a personalised gastronomic journey right in the comfort of your villa. Savour the finest Northland produce, expertly prepared and tailored to your taste, as you indulge in stunning sunsets, breathtaking panoramic sea views and luxury accommodation.
Oktoberfest is coming to the Far Far North, and we're giving it a unique Northland twist! Get ready to dive into a weekend of celebration, local flavors, and fantastic entertainment that you won’t want to miss.
We are bringing Texas BBQ with a cowboy feel to Semenoff Stadium. Savour the best of American BBQ with a variety of our local BBQ vendors serving up smoky, flavourful dishes using our beautiful local produce.
Think local tropical fruit, artisanal bread, a chocolatier, a coffee roaster, a seafood expert, organics, local produce and ferments. Coffees, smoothies, cheese toasties, burgers, fritters and fresh squeezed sugar cane juice to name few. Come and experience Waipu’s Cool Kai as we bring together our street food vendors and stallholders to give you a taste of Northland
Oktoberfest is coming to the Far Far North, and we're giving it a unique Northland twist! Get ready to dive into a weekend of celebration, local flavors, and fantastic entertainment that you won’t want to miss.
Join the party SHAKEN NOT STIRRED ‘Dress to Impress ‘ for a Black Tie night to remember!. Cocktails & Canapes, Chef's mouthwatering Canapes, Blind Tastings in collaboration with Black Collar Distillery, and all while enjoying the amazing beats from the one and only- DJ CEEKAY!!
We have a Canapes Menu designed by our chefs using all our beautiful local northland ingredients – trust us, it will be good! and cocktails prepared with spirits from our gold award winning team at Black Collar.
Think local tropical fruit, artisanal bread, a chocolatier, a coffee roaster, a seafood expert, organics, local produce and ferments. Coffees, smoothies, cheese toasties, burgers, fritters and fresh squeezed sugar cane juice to name few. Come and experience Waipu’s Cool Kai as we bring together our street food vendors and stallholders to give you a taste of Northland
Sample Māori culture and cuisine at its best! Enjoy a captivating live performance and hāngī dinner at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Watch as our expert hāngī chef unveils your dinner, experience fierce challenges by Māori warriors and be entertained by a high energy cultural performance.
Join us at Terra Restaurant in Paihia as we bring together two small local family owned businesses to share their love of food and wine. We present a multicourse tasting menu, paired perfectly with beverages produced by 144 Islands. Dine in our idyllic setting overlooking the Ocean, and let your tastebuds do the talking.
Let the team take you on an exclusive 3-hour culinary journey led by Head Chef and Owner, Jesse, and his talented team. You’ll be treated to a 5-course menu inspired by Jesse's BLACK BOOK—a collection of his favorite dishes using local ingredients that have been created over the past 18 years.
Sample Māori culture and cuisine at its best! Enjoy a captivating live performance and hāngī dinner at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Watch as our expert hāngī chef unveils your dinner, experience fierce challenges by Māori warriors and be entertained by a high energy cultural performance.
Experience culinary excellence by joining us for a Wine Pairing Dinner with The Landing Wines at The Quay! Enjoy a four-course dinner, expertly paired with premium wines. Learn from a guest speaker about winemaking and each pairing’s unique character.
Head down to The Old Packhouse Café for some social swing dancing and to sip delicious Northland wines. With live musicians, great local food and drinks available from the café and food trucks, this is a Friday night must-do. Fully licensed and free entry!
Experience the magic of the Bay of Islands – take a cruise out to Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island, for a very special Pacific Island and Thai inspired dining experience.
Standby for a night of charming conversation and a chance to get to know some of the people "behind-the-scenes” at Beachcomber Restaurant and Bar in the Far North. A traditional Māori welcome in our local Wharenui begins the evening celebrations, followed by a special 4-Course Menu showcasing local produce, with the producers dining alongside our guests.
Seize this annual opportunity. Board the Island Getaway Launch to Marsden Cross, then walk to The Landing Vineyard, exploring its bush and wetlands. Conclude with a two-course lunch all prepared using our local Northland produce and wine tasting from this award winning vineyard.
Come and enjoy a special looong 10-course seafood lunch! One long table with all your favourite seafood and each course paired with a wine from our friends at Dancing Petrel Vineyard, who will pour and talk about their wines as lunch is served. Starting at 12 noon and running through until late in the afternoon. This is a lunch not to be missed.
The Judge’s Order! You have been summoned to a day of low & slow BBQ, complemented with craft beer presentations and your favourite bourbons to wash down your gourmet BBQ lunch. Feast on a lip smacking gourmet bbq cooked by Dale from Big D BBQ who brings it to us rustic American style with a bit of Kiwi flare….
Plump..slightly salty...creamy…succulent… delicious to bite...sensual aphrodisiac...PAIRED WITH.......clean...luminous...sensory...pleasurable and tickly to the nose! Of course we are describing "Oysters" and "Bubbles"!! Mangonui Wine & Whiskey Bar is a beautiful seaside bar situated in the Mangonui Village and we are excited to introduce our "Shuck’n’Bubbles" experience as part of Savour Northland this October.
Who remembers the 80’s? Lets have some fun and bring back all the good things…great food, great wine, fabulous fashion and music! Brookelane Vineyard already has the premium location, wine, gin and music, and we’re adding a BBQ Bonanza. Get out those shoulder pads, big hair, and fluro gear and come enjoy the fun!
Chatting with a local foodie of Northland while cookin up a simple spread together on a stage in front of a live audience. The guest must bring 5 ingredients from their home pantry or garden and together we will cook up a feast with what random items they have brought with them. The event will be full of fun and excitement while we all hopefully learn something new!
Set sail on a distinctive 2-hour cruise along the historic Kerikeri Inlet with Silver Wave Yacht Charters. Departing from the picturesque Stone Store wharf, you'll navigate waters once traveled by early European settlers and Māori waka, following the storied shores to New Zealand’s oldest permanent mission station.
Sample Māori culture and cuisine at its best! Enjoy a captivating live performance and hāngī dinner at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Watch as our expert hāngī chef unveils your dinner, experience fierce challenges by Māori warriors and be entertained by a high energy cultural performance.
Awa ki te moana – River to the ocean. Join us for a beautiful sundowner excursion on the Bay of Island's Vintage Railway, share a supper platter of local delicacies, music and wine along the beautiful Taumarere River
