New Zealand is a land blessed with a rich abundance of home grown produce from the land and the sea and it quite rightly enjoys International acclaim for its fine wines and individual cuisine.

The diversity of New Zealand's grape growing regions, in terms of climate and soil types, produces an array of premium quality wines to complement the extensive and eclectic culinary styles.

Throughout New Zealand you will find local wines to suit your palate and your pocket! The choice is wide and varied, high quality Cabernets, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Methode Traditionelle sparkling wines, not to mention the world acclaimed Sauvignon Blanc, are there to tempt you.

Sampling regional cuisine is a must for any visitor. Due to the proximity of the ocean to any region in New Zealand, seafood is in abundance. Bluff oysters harvested fresh from the Foveaux Strait off South Island are a regional delicacy, as are the green-lipped mussels from Marlborough Sounds. Queen scallops, crayfish and whitebait are amongst just a few fishy specialities to be sampled during your stay.

New Zealand is internationally recognised for its high quality meat and dairy produce and of course world famous for its lamb, which is not to be missed. Also remember to look out for locally made cheeses, especially Camembert and Brie, gourmet ice creams and honey-cured bacon.