Philosophy on Food

Reawaken your taste-buds at Wharekauhau. New Zealand’s finest, and freshest is used to craft our menus.

Cuisine

Our philosophy is that any dining at Wharekauhau is based around what you, the guest would like. Being a small property means we are able to tailor each guests wishes to produce a memorable dining experience.

Breakfast

As you walk into the Country Kitchen the aromas of fresh coffee, homemade breads, are the first items of note. Each morning you will be greeted by a sumptuous continental buffet, coupled with an extensive cooked menu.

Lunch

Lunch is not bound by any limits. We are happy to arrange lunch either in our Country Kitchen, outside in the sun-soaked Courtyard, as a picnic around the property, or even a private Barbeque complete with personal chef anywhere on the estate.

Picnics

It is easy to spend the entire day out and about enjoying the property and its surrounding region, should you wish Wharekauhau can pack any sized picnic hamper that you require; and better yet if you are on the property we are happy to deliver it and set it up in a prearranged location to save carrying it with you.

Dinner

Wharekauhau’s dinner menu changes to reflect the seasons and features contemporary twists on New Zealand classics such as Beef, Crayfish, Duck and of course our famous Texel Lamb.

The entire dinner experience starts off with pre-dinner drinks and canapés in the lounge, or the Courtyard. A selection of fine New Zealand wines are available for tasting, along side a well-stocked bar comprised of premium spirits and liqueurs. This is a good chance for guests to meet each other and even plan the following days activities with the Wharekauhau host.

Dining at Wharekauhau resembles a private dinner party, with guests seated at grand tables. The blend of nationalities, ages and interests ensures convivial dining. However, any guests who prefer a more secluded and intimate setting for their meals are welcome to request a private dining room.

During the Summer it is not uncommon for the chef to fire up the Barbeque and prepare a more casual style dinner.

At Wharekauhau we are happy to cater to the particular needs of our guests. As our meals are planned at least a week in advance, please notify us early if you have any particular dietary requirements.

As much as possible is made fresh each day in our country style kitchen, guests are welcome to chat and even enjoy a coffee with the chefs should they wish to try and coax some of their secrets out form them.

Wharekauhau’s reputation for only finest cuisine has been captured in the recently published Wharekauhau: Taste & Flavour cookbook.

Evening attire is smart casual—ties and dinner suits are not required. For male guests, a long sleeved dress shirt, trousers and dress shoes suffice.  

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