Food and drink in New Zealand
New Zealand food and drink: craft beer trails, wine regions, manuka honey, hangi feasts, Wellington cafe culture and farmers markets.
New Zealand craft beer trail
New Zealand has a world-class craft beer scene led by Wellington. Brewery tours, best taprooms, NZ hops, and how to explore the trail — prices (NZD/USD/EUR).
Green-lipped mussels of Marlborough
NZ green-lipped mussels are farmed in the Marlborough Sounds. Mussel cruises, best places to eat fresh, and why they're world-famous — prices NZD/USD/EUR.
Hangi experience in New Zealand
A hangi is a traditional Maori feast cooked in an earth oven. Best operators in Rotorua, prices NZD/USD/EUR, cultural context, and te reo glossary.
Manuka honey — New Zealand's liquid gold
NZ manuka honey is prized for its UMF antibacterial rating. UMF explained, buying guide, prices NZD/USD/EUR, and how to spot counterfeits.
Queenstown food and drink guide
Queenstown has New Zealand's best adventure dining scene. Food tours, top restaurants, local wines, and honest picks for every budget — prices (NZD/USD/EUR).
Vegan and vegetarian in New Zealand
Honest guide for vegans and vegetarians in NZ: where options are plentiful, where they're limited, best cities, supermarket staples, and eating on a budget.
Wellington food and drink — the honest guide
Wellington food scene: Logan Brown, Hiakai, Ortega Fish Shack, Cuba Quarter, Garage Project craft beer, Flight Coffee, Wellington on a Plate. Real costs.
More tours on Viator
Top-rated experiences with verified reviews, bookable on Viator (a Tripadvisor company).
ViatorCultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
FromNZD 270Check availability →
ViatorSpeight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
FromNZD 45Check availability →
ViatorWaiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour
FromNZD 325Check availability →
ViatorTaste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour
FromNZD 240Check availability →
ViatorMarlborough Wine Tour - Afternoon of Cuisine & Wine 4hrs
FromNZD 205Check availability →
Viator