New Zealand Dining

Search here for cafes, restaurants and wineries and discover what sets New Zealand food and wine apart.

You will find almost any variety of ethnic restaurant in our major towns and cities, but a cuisine style known as Pacific Rim is what sets New Zealand food apart. New Zealand chefs are famous for their innovative approach and Pacific Rim cuisine blends Pacific and Asian flavours with the food of our Anglo-Saxon heritage and has an emphasis on fresh, quality ingredients.

New Zealand also has a growing reputation as a producer of world-class wines (our Sauvignon Blanc has been called the world's finest). The three major grape-growing regions in New Zealand are the dry, sunny areas of Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Marlborough. Most wineries offer tastings and tours are sometimes available. Many wineries now have an on-site restaurant - ideal for fine dining in a relaxed and picturesque setting.

If you are passionate about food and wine, you won't be disappointed. In fact, all visitors to New Zealand are likely to find that dining out is one of the highlights of their holiday.