Join us for sublime jazz, oysters, platters and a great selection of Northland beers and wines this October! With live music from The Sazerac Quintet, great local food and drinks available from the café and food trucks, this is a great way to kick off your long weekend in the Bay of Islands. Fully licensed and free entry!
The largest and most colourful market in the Northland region is right here in the Bay of Islands! Explore this foodie paradise every Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
There's no better way to start the weekend, than enjoying a glass of wine while mingling with the passionate makers behind Northland’s finest wines. Join us every Friday to taste a variety of exquisite wines from our local vineyards and discover the unique flavors that our region has to offer.
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.
The largest and most colourful market in the Northland region is right here in the Bay of Islands! Explore this foodie paradise every Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
Savour and celebrate our locally produced Kumara. Our hero product, a sweet potato that is grown in abundance on the Kauri Coast, where we are known as New Zealand's Kumara Capital. Come and sample locally grown Kumara at our Market Day - Prepared in many ways, to suit all tastes. Savoury and sweet, kumara morsels, and other locally produced Kai, being offered at our cafes and restaurants
Experience ultimate luxury, on a 3-hour cruise through the breathtaking Whangaroa Harbour, aboard the elegant 12m Roger Hill catamaran, Nautilus. You can sit back and unwind while indulging in freshly shucked Pacific oysters from Whangaroa, perfectly paired with Grand Reserve Brut Champagne and a selection of gourmet platters and refreshments.
Come and enjoy a selection of beverages from one of Northland’s finest (and award winning!) breweries. You’ll have the chance to meet some of the Mcleod’s team over the weekend whilst getting stuck in to a tasty drop or two alongside live music and woodfired pizzas galore.
A collaboration with the team from our local Black Collar Distillery with their finest Rum and the Duke Chefs cooking up a storm on the BBQ with the juiciest cuts of meat and the tastiest of treats, what more could you ask for?. Oh yeah! a world famous Sea Shanty group. We've got it all in store for you!
Experience the PhatHouse Brewery multi sensory brew tour. A fun, informative behind the scenes trip full of taste sensations. Gain insights into the PhatHouse story,, learn about the brewing process and taste our delicious beer. Receive a welcome beer while you sip & learn and finish with a full tasting paddle in our relaxing beer garden.
The Last Saturday Club is held at BrookeLane Vineyard on the last Saturday of the month. We provide live music, delicious wood-fired pizzas and hampers made up of fresh local produce. Your ticket will include entry to the event, your first drink (Wine, Beer, or Soft Drink), and a beautiful German Crystal wine glass which is your to keep.
We're excited to be partnering with Kim and David owners of one of our local Northland Vineyards Dancing Petrel. Led by Kim, David & The Gables own Sommelier Michael Tully, this informal wine tasting will feature a selection of Dancing Petrel's award winning wines and will cover all aspects of winemaking in Northland, with some great stories of their journey to winning double gold awards at the NZ International Wine Show awards for their Viognier Reserve 2020
The largest and most colourful market in the Northland region is right here in the Bay of Islands! Explore this foodie paradise every Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
At Peekaboo we never forget the kids! With our purpose-built playground and outdoor area, we are the perfect venue for the adults to relax while the kids get to play. Come and join us for a few hours of fun with our specially designed Cookie decorating event that is always a roaring success in Kaitaia.
Attention coffee lovers! Join our Master Coffee Roaster, Craig, and his team as they guide you through the cupping process, helping you learn about flavour profiles. Then test your new skills against your friends in a light-hearted, fun competition. Plus you'll get to take home a bag of freshly roasted coffee!
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 fun and friendly street market, with over 50 stalls and Origin Northland showcasing some Savour Northland signature dishes
Kai Mata will be hosting a different winery every Sunday in October for Devour Northland, a food and wine event with the best of Northland wine and kai perfectly matched with the help of our local winemakers and our Chef and Owner, Christian Mata
Come and enjoy a selection of beverages from one of Northland’s finest (and award winning!) breweries. You’ll have the chance to meet some of the Mcleod’s team over the weekend whilst getting stuck in to a tasty drop or two alongside live music and woodfired pizzas galore.
Experience the PhatHouse Brewery multi sensory brew tour. A fun, informative behind the scenes trip full of taste sensations. Gain insights into the PhatHouse story,, learn about the brewing process and taste our delicious beer. Receive a welcome beer while you sip & learn and finish with a full tasting paddle in our relaxing beer garden.
What the shuck! Craft beers, oysters, oompah band, pretzels and sausages...the Bay of Island’s biggest, baddest celebration of beer and food is coming to The Old Packhouse Market this October. Dust off your Dirdnl and Lederhosen and get ready to party!
Join us for our 'Dumplings and Dub' Sunday session! Savour our hand-crafted dumplings made with fresh, local ingredients while enjoying the deep, rhythmic sounds of Fish & Bread Sound System playing dub reggae. With Monday off for a public holiday, indulge in our local drink offerings and unwind in style!
Come mix, stir, and shake things up at The Gables with an engaging afternoon of cocktail creation, guided by our expert bartenders. With the premium spirits from 144 Islands as your inspiration, you'll learn the art of crafting your own signature cocktails, all while enjoying the inviting ambiance of our charming bar and waterfront setting.
Our final hoorah for the inaugural food and wine festival - Savour Northland. An opportunity to indulge in great food from our Northland producers, sip on local wines and craft beers, and enjoy the coolest cocktails in town in a chilled relaxed open-air space.
Come and enjoy a selection of beverages from one of Northland’s finest (and award winning!) breweries. You’ll have the chance to meet some of the Mcleod’s team over the weekend whilst getting stuck in to a tasty drop or two alongside live music and woodfired pizzas galore.
