Taster PlatesEntrée size plates of food showcasing the produce in its finest form created by top chefs from throughout New Zealand. These can be pre-purchased as a part of the Mains Ticket. A limited number will be available on the day, at an additional cost.
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TreatsSmall offerings of prepared food that are an accompaniment to the Taster Plates.
These will tempt your taste buds and can be purchased on the day. Prices range between $4 - $11 per Treat. |
DrinksWe have organised a selection of drink offerings to complement your food choices.
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TurksYatai Japanese Izakaya Restaurant
Yatai is an award winning Japanese restaurant in Palmerston North, where dining is a special experience. Established by an ex-Japanese rescue diver who moved to the Manawatu, twenty years ago, Chef Atsushi Taniyama prides himself on following the traditional Japanese style of cooking. Yatai proudly uses the best quality ingredients, and encourage a sharing style of dining. They strive to be environmentally responsible, and have been sourcing Turk’s free range chicken for many years. For the Trail, they’ll be back at Turk’s offering a series of authentic Japanese dishes, including Atsushi’s famous chicken curry. |
Teriyaki chicken made with Turk’s free-range chicken, served with a hand shredded cabbage salad & rice
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Lewis FarmsOcean Beach Eatery
Ocean Beach Eatery opened at Foxton Beach in 2018, as a bustling beachside bar. It joins The Little White Rabbit, which has been around for five years and brought city culture to the Beach. Owners Anita & Nigel have become renowned for their healthy, indulgent and seasonal menu, and freshly made baking. Nigel is the Executive Chef at both establishments and his menu heroes local produce, with Tendertips Asparagus, and now Lewis Farm strawberries, a firm favourite. |
Chargrilled Tendertips Asparagus Juicy Jumbos with Lewis Farms strawberry & coriander salsa
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Artisan Kitchen
Artisan Kitchen is a catering company led by husband and wife team, Mark and Talia Harman. Artisan Kitchen specialises in handcrafted cuisine, using seasonal produce, with a focus on fresh and local ingredients. Their plates are as much works of art as they are a delicious fine dining experience. |
Deconstructed vanilla cheesecake with strawberries, pecan crumble & rosemary honey
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Capitol Restaurant
Capitol is a bustling bistro in Mt Victoria: perennially busy, family run, serving tasty fare with a strong focus on local, seasonal ingredients. Tom Hutchison has headed the kitchen for 17 years, creating elegant and timeless food that has become a staple of the Wellington food scene. Capitol will be at Genoese for this year’s Taste Trail. |
Tomato and Genoese Basil Pesto bruschetta on sourdough loaf
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La Boca Loca
La Boca Loca serves up new twists on classic Mexican food in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, using the freshest, sustainably sourced ingredients. Owner and Chef Lucas Putnam grew up eating Mexican food in California.For the Trail, they are partnering with Woodhaven Gardens to transform the humble vegetable into a range of Mexican masterpieces |
Duo of soft shelled tacos with sautéed Woodhaven Gardens chilli garlic greens (fennel, kale, silverbeet, spinach) and roasted mushrooms with Chinese cabbage, served with pico de gallo (a tomato, coriander & spring onion salsa)
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