Oh the delicious food!
You absolutely must join the Aunties of Omaka Marae for a feast unlike any other.
For one night only, the co-lab behind the popular Manaaki preserves and condiments, bring you a night rich in culture and tradition while also paying homage to contemporary Māori cuisine.
Aunties have been busy in the kitchen and they're excited to share the menu with you. It will be accompanied by Wairau River Wines and served alongside Kawakawa Spritzer and Kumuhore Kanuka Tea.
FULL MENU - HĀKARI WITH THE AUNTIES
HEI TIMATANGA - TO START
Pātiki – Good fortune and Abundance
Kina pate on a Rewena Crostini
Hapuka Ceviche
Seared Beef Eye Fillet with Goats Cheese & Kamokamo Pickle
Blue Cheese, Kawakawa Jelly Candied Walnuts, Semi Dried Figs on a Kumara Chip
Salami and Pikopiko with a creamy Horopito and Lemon sauce on Māori bread
Local Māori talent will entertain you as you enjoy complimentary Methode or Gin cocktails during canape service.
HAKARI - MAIN
Te Rourou Nui – Mai i te whenua ki te moana
The Foodbasket – From the land to the sea
Hāngī – A selection of Gourmet Cut Meats accompanied by Seasonal Vegetables
Boil Up – Bacon Bone broth with Cress
Kaimoana Platter – Hot and cold Seafood Delicacies harvested from The Marlborough Sounds
Huamata – Forraged Salad Greens with a Horopito Vinaigarette
Parāoa – Rewena, Napa and Fried Bread
WHAKAMUTUNGA - TO FINISH
Te Rau Kawakawa – The Kawakawa Leaf, 3 ways
Traditional Steam Pudding
Pavlova
Handmade Kawakawa Jelly Icecream
Click the link to buy your tickets
It’s Riddle Time – You Might Need an Extra Cup of Coffee!
Nobody has ever walked this way. Which way is it?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.
The tiger who came to tea
Trays are such a useful item to have in the home – they are obviously great for serving food and drinks, particularly breakfast in bed! Find out how to create your own with Resene wallpaper and Resene Colorwood wood stain with these easy step by step instructions.
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Loading…
