Fresh food and fine wine are essential ingredients in a New Zealand experience. New Zealand's wine and food is amongst the best in the world. Taste is paramount. Talented and innovative chefs combine ingredients freshly harvested from garden, land and sea while Pacific influences, organics and indigenous foods create a unique experience – whether that’s fine dining or casual outdoor meals, cellar door tasting, mingling with the locals at farmers markets, or an authentic Māori hangi experience. Topics Region All Regions Auckland Bay of Islands & Northland Bay of Plenty Central Otago Chatham Islands Christchurch – Canterbury Clutha Dunedin Eastland Fiordland Hamilton–Waikato Hawke's Bay Lake Taupo Manawatu Marlborough Nelson – Tasman Queenstown Rotorua Ruapehu Southland Stewart Island – Rakiura Taranaki The Coromandel Wairarapa Waitaki Wanaka Wellington West Coast Whanganui Filter By All Beer Cafes & restaurants Cuisine & food culture Maori food Wine & vineyards Loading... New Zealand cuisine: An introduction Food & Wine New Zealand’s variety of climates allows the cultivation and harvest of an abundance of fresh produce. Read more 4 New Zealand wine: An introduction Food & Wine The wine industry in New Zealand has achieved remarkable success. Read more 1 Wellington's Indian flavours 05 December 2014 Activities & Sport | Food & Wine Wellington – dubbed the world’s ‘coolest little capital’ by Lonely Planet – has earned its title based on a clever, often quirky style and an intimate walkable downtown that flows around an attractive waterfront. Read more 4 Central Otago's golden spice travels far Food & Wine An ancient spice is taking root in the New Zealand's Central Otago region, where a family-owned business is responsible for producing some of the world’s best saffron. Read more 1 Discover the New Zealand oyster trail 19 September 2016 Food & Wine New Zealand is never short on options for an oyster fix, from inner-city bars to seafood festivals and roadside stalls. Read more 8 Celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day with New Zealand 04 May 2017 Food & Wine Seven sensational New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs to satiate your senses on International Sauvignon Blanc Day. Read more 8