Tantalise your taste buds with a Taste of Taranaki
Pictured above: Social Kitchen
Taranaki's food scene is exploding right now and the region invites you to come have a taste of what's on offer.
Taranaki is a flourishing region with award-winning local food producers and a kete (basket) overflowing with produce. The lush landscape allows the region to produce some of the best food and beverage in the country. The food, beverage and hospitality sectors are exploding. Sustainable, natural, fresh, real, innovative, creative, marketable and surprisingly diverse, Taranaki has something for all tastes and seasons. You’ll find it in the rapidly growing number of cafes, specialist eateries and bars across the region.
Alongside exciting developments in traditional but gourmet production, and already-seen-on-supermarket shelves, there is a rising wave of specialist products, boutique farms, gardens, food markets and festivals.
Some local eateries use only 100% local, seasonal produce. Production of niche foods including everything from honey and cheese, to puha, mushrooms and clotted cream, coffee, craft beer, even gin, to name a few, is growing. Increasing numbers of their unique products are seen all over Aotearoa, and they’re exporting more and more each year.
Good for the mind, body and soul, Taranaki's pure produce is a source of immense pride and an increasing drawcard for visitors. Taranaki is a must for anyone looking to experience the best of New Zealand. Home to some of the finest food, beverages, and dining experiences such as Juno Gin, Shining Peak, Social Kitchen, Hour Glass, Meat and Liquor, The Burnt Place, Ember, Black Sand Pizzeria, and Toret.
latest issue:
Issue #115
Issue 115 is packed with inspiration for all kinds of cosy meals – whether you’re dining alone, as two or with a few. We start with our Plating Game interview with Jesse Mulligan which inspired a medley of curries and sides then move on to a round up of easy one-pan chicken dishes, a variety of pasta bakes and meatballs, and using one simple yet delicious tart base we whip up five fab filling options. Sarah’s wintry faves include a moreish chorizo (not) carbonara, lamb and spinach filo pie and we finish off with sweet treats and decadent puds. We love seeing what you create, don’t forget to share your dish dishes with our Facebook community. When it comes to winter cooking, make it SIMPLY YUM!