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.
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 Cool Kai as we bring together our street food vendors and stallholders to give you a taste of Northland
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
Join us as we team up with local legends Phathouse Brewing Co. for a weekend of fun times and good vibes. This is one weekend you won’t want to miss! Get stuck into some seasonal brews alongside their core house favourites and well as indulging in our amazing pizza specials.
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.
Get ready for a super fun, hands-on cooking adventure designed for aspiring young chefs aged 7 and up!. It’s the perfect chance for kids to boost their cooking confidence, learn about local produce, and have an absolute blast in the kitchen!
Get ready for a super fun, hands-on cooking adventure designed for aspiring young chefs aged 7 and up!. It’s the perfect chance for kids to boost their cooking confidence, learn about local produce, and have an absolute blast in the kitchen!
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.
Get salty these School Holidays! Bring the whanau to experience collecting sea water and then touring our working salt farm to see how we turn it into drinking water and salt. After the tour, get hands on and make your own unique batch of flavoured salt or a foot scrub to take home.
Step into the charming ambiance of The Gables and embark on an exciting journey through Northland’s wine country, all without leaving your seat. Join us for an exclusive evening of wine exploration, where the region’s finest offerings come to life under the expert guidance of our Certified Sommelier, Michael Tully.
An inspired local collaboration featuring two of the most popular food truck experiences that Mangawhai region has to offer.
The Surf (Little Red Fish) and The Turf (The Barbecue Hut) join together every Wednesday evening during Savour Northland and beyond to provide chef inspired seafood meals and succulent "kiwi style" American barbecue options to locals and travellers alike.
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.
Get salty these School Holidays! Bring the whanau to experience collecting sea water and then touring our working salt farm to see how we turn it into drinking water and salt. After the tour, get hands on and make your own unique batch of flavoured salt or a foot scrub to take home.
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.
Welcome to our very first Peekaboo Evening Market in our Backyard, where we’re bringing together the best local producers from our region for two unforgettable night markets right here in Kaitaia!. From the artisan salts of The Taipa Salt Pig to our very own Kainaise Mayonnaise, made fresh in our sister restaurant, Beachcombers' Kitchen, we’ll be showcasing unique products you won’t typically find at the weekly markets.
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.
Get salty these School Holidays! Bring the whanau to experience collecting sea water and then touring our working salt farm to see how we turn it into drinking water and salt. After the tour, get hands on and make your own unique batch of flavoured salt or a foot scrub to take home.
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.
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.
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.
