Cuisine
Come on a culinary journey with Boutique Hotels and Lodges and experience some of the finest food and wine this country has to offer. Our collection of luxury, boutique hotels and lodges offer award winning cuisine cooked by passionate chefs from the freshest ingredients, sourced from their gardens and orchards, or from local farmers markets. Fresh eggs laid by free-range chickens; gourmet meats, poultry and fish from specialty providores throughout New Zealand.
Relax in beautiful surroundings, tempted with delectable pre-dinner drinks and canapés followed by a sumptuous dinner, accompanied by award-winning wines from New Zealand and around the world.
The Boatshed - Waiheke island
On Waiheke Island, experience fine dining by candlelight at The Boatshed. Chef creates gourmet cuisine accompanied by herbs and vegetables from the hotel’s organic garden
ACACIA CLIFFS LODGE - Lake taupo
Overlooking the majestic Lake Taupo, enjoy exquisite canapes crafted by Stephanie, your host and chef. Arrange dinner here too - a choice of fine dining or perhaps a casual pizza on the deck, accompanied by fine wines.
The Point Villas - Taupo
Choose to completely unwind - request the services of your own private chef - Yum Catering. Enjoy in the privacy of your luxury villa overlooking Lake Taupo
Te Koi - The Lodge at Bronte - Tasman
Dine on delicious cuisine crafted by Chef Ali. The freshest produce from the lovingly tended kitchen garden accompanied by fine wines chosen by experienced sommelier - Ian.
Maruia River Retreat - Tasman
The retreat's chef sources the freshet ingredients from the kitchen garden and local producers. You'll dine on fresh, simple and beautiful food, from your gourmet breakfast spread,, maybe a picnic basket, through to dinner accompanied by fine wines. Crafted by Lasse
Pen-y-bryn Lodge - Oamaru
Exquisite dining at this beautiful heritage lodge. A table lit by candlelight, sparkling glasses and stimulating conversation.