Northern Berry Bliss is made from Papaka Road Gin distillery based in Tutukaka, utilising their ‘Flutterby’ gin as a key element, which is distilled with Solberrys that are locally grown in Maungatapere. Fiorente elderflower liqueur compliments the gin and house made raspberry syrup sourced from northland orchards, homegrown sprayfree lemons, and wonderfoam which is a vegan cocktail foaming agent.
Experience the crisp, invigorating taste of our Grapefruit Soda, syrup crafted from juicy grapefruits handpicked from our very own Kemp House Orchard. Whether you're looking to quench your thirst or savour a sophisticated non-alcoholic option, this Grapefruit Soda is the perfect choice to refresh your day.
Indulge in our golden honey biscuits, freshly baked with the finest 'Bee Happy Honey' from Kerikeri. Perfect for pairing with a cup of tea or as a special treat any time of day, these honey biscuits are a little taste of nature's sweetness.
Delight in the vibrant flavours of our garden-fresh salad, featuring peas and pea shoots harvested from the Kemp House garden. This dish brings together Karupaera and Matariki riwai (potatoes), all lightly tossed with tangy sour cream, roasted garlic, and a hint of lemon juice from the historic Rangihoua lemon tree.
Celebrate Kaipara kai with our hearty homestyle pie. Ruawai Sausages were named in the 1950s and this 70-year-old recipe has been nourishing generations of Northlanders. Distinctive in flavour and texture, for decades the Ruawai Sausage has been paired with humble Kaipara Kumara, the locally Northland-grown sweet potato.
Kaipara kaimoana is key to this delicious chowder. Gathered from the small Kaipara seaside village of Pahi, the oysters in this dish are from the salty water viewed from the windows of the Gumdigger’s Cafe.
Baked sweet treat inspired by the baking history of France. Drawing on ingredients and flavours arriving aboard merchant ships into 19th century Kororāreka. This vibrant Tarte au Citron (citrus tart) incorporates delicious fresh lemons supplied by the 1830s English farm, Te Waimate Mission
Indulge in our hearty and flavorful burrito, filled with sautéed chorizo, creamy guacamole, and a perfectly cooked free-range egg. This delicious combination is complemented by a mix of vibrant capsicum, sweet corn, and hearty black beans, all brought together with a smoky chipotle dressing.
Beer battered Northland Kingfish fillet grown and farmed at nearby Ruakākā, Locally grown cos lettuce, beetroot and green cabbage slaw. Served together in a toasted buttermilk bun with a side of Kumara Crisps. Paired with a refreshing light lager from Phat House brewery.
The ultimate Northland Local toastie made with 'All You Knead' sourdough bread, Mahoe Aged Cheese, Maungatapere Oyster Mushrooms, Windies Pineapple cured Bacon, Roasted Garlic Paste, House Made Pesto and Micro Greens with all the fillings sourced from the Whangarei Produce Market.
Fresh local snapper marinated in garlic and lemon zest with locally grown NZ spinach, black olives, sundried tomatoes and capers. On a creamy wild garlic and herb base sauce. Come and taste our amazing pizza all made with local Northland Ingredients
Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, these deep-fried delights are seasoned with aromatic Szechuan peppercorns, creating a bold and zesty flavour. They are served with a rich black vinegar and sweet chili dipping sauce, adding a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and sweet notes for an irresistible taste experience. Paired with a North meets East cocktail showcasing local Brooklane Winery TuiTui London Dry Gin
Belle Chèvre Creamery Frozen Goat's Cheese Parfait, elegantly paired with Aotearoa Grown Papaya served three ways for a delightful burst of freshness and texture. Adding to the indulgence, it’s topped with Bee Happy Honey Roasted Pipiwai Road Macadamia Nuts, providing a rich, nutty crunch, and accompanied by Pinenut Bakery Organic Sourdough Wafers for a perfect balance of savory and sweet.
Ruakaka farmed pāua wontons, Landing Chardonnay Beurre Blanc, micro herbs, radish & herb oil all from our garden. Farmed Moana baby blue pāua from Ruakaka, minced and sautéed with onion, herbs, spices, and a touch of Omaks bacon, then finished with cream and wine. Served in a crispy wonton on a creamy beurre blanc-style sauce made with dill and The Landing Chardonnay.
Northland Wagyu Beef croquette with caramelised chilli ketchup, kawakawa chimichurri & micros greens from our garden.
Varying cuts of locally sourced Wagyu are braised, pulled, and mixed with mustard and herbs, then pressed, cut into bricks, and crumbed in panko and Otaika Valley free-range eggs. The dish is served with a foraged Tutukaka kawakawa chimichurri and a caramelised chilli ketchup, made from last season’s chillies from our garden. (Featuring a locally sourced Wagyu beast, this dish will vary based on the days cut).
A beautiful local twist on an underappreciated classic cocktail we introduce you to The Bay of Islands Aviation
Hand rolled Gnocchi made from the soft & subtle Quark Cheese is served with a rich Very Old Edam & black pepper crema, topped with a blue cheese & sage crumb and finished with a parsley & Kerikeri citrus oil.
Enjoy the crunch, the ooze, the tang of a locally produced paddock to palate goat cheese toasted sandwich. The goat cheese and Rocket from Waipu, the artisan bread from Ruakaka and the pineapple/habanero jam made from locally grown pineapple and chilies. Optional prosciutto.
With a strong focus on the Bream Bay area we bring you Moanas Ruakaka farmed blue paua, minced and formed into a paua packed patty on a piece of toasted organic sourdough from Ruakakas pinenut bakery, then covered with creamed paua and topped with fresh radish micro greens from Left fields in Waipu. On the side we have Left Fields home pickled beetroot along with roasted walnuts from the aunties tree (somewhere in Ruakaka) and then blue cheese from Mahoe Farmhouse cheese in Pakaraka.
Our dish features Northland farmed Yellowtail Kingfish (Haku). Sustainably raised in state-of-the-art recirculating aquaculture systems, offering a delicate yet rich taste that celebrates both tradition and innovation. Served with a fragrant coconut Penang curry with burst of lychees, charred onions, crispy organic quinoa and locally foraged kaffir lime leaves. Paired with
Northlands Dancing Petrel’s Barrique Reserve Viognier that is aromatic, hand harvested, Barrique fermented, Seductive, Smooth and Silky.
The kid on caffeine. Waipu locally roasted espresso from Epic Coffee Roasters and Northland oranges turned into an orange infused iced americano topped with cold cheese foam made from local macadamia nuts and Belle Chèvre goat cheese.
Minced Moana Pacific Ruakaka-farmed blue pāua is mixed with an aerated fritter batter using Otaika Valley eggs and Bella Vacca milk from Kawakawa, then baked.
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.
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.
Enjoy Whangaroa's freshly shucked Oysters from Moana's Oyster Farm. Enjoy with a glass of crisp white wine from our local vineyards or one of our Northland craft beers.
What better way to spend a Friday after work than to relax and unwind at Jesse's on the Waterfront overlooking the water, in our beautiful town of Mangonui.
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.
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.
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.
Shake things up with a Cocktail Masterclass at Loco, featuring Black Collar Distillery! Indulge in a three-course dinner expertly paired with handcrafted cocktails, and immerse yourself in the art of mixology through interactive experiences led by master distillers.
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
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.
We're excited to be kicking off our Savour Northland events by partnering with our good friend Jake Dromgool - founder & vigneron of 144 Islands Wines. Led by Jake & our own Sommelier Michael Tully, this informal wine tasting will feature a selection of 144’s award winning wines and will cover all aspects of winemaking in Northland, with some great stories intertwined.
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
