New Zealand is already on the map for foodie travellers. But recently the country has put the call out to international connoisseurs to recognise its incredible culinary offering, rife with cultural heritage. After hosting a one-off dining experience to entice the Michelin guide , among others, to recognise New Zealand's food prowess, we've rounded up some of the top things to try.
Here are 10 iconic seasonal delicacies on offer. In modern cuisine, harakeke seeds are prized for their unique flavour and nutritional benefits. Derived from the endemic New Zealand flax plant, these seeds find their way into a variety of culinary dishes, enriching everything from salads to seasonings to ice cream.
With a history deeply rooted in Māori culture, harakeke not only contributes a distinctive flavour profile and nutty taste, but also showcases New Zealand's rich indigenous flora, offering chefs a versatile ingredient to innovate with in contemporary dishes. At the southern tip of New Zealand's South Island lies a national treasure celebrated for its delicate flavour and revered seasonal harvest. Bluff oysters are a culinary delicacy with a plump texture and briny-sweet flavour.
This seasonal treasure, available from March through August, marks a highlight in Aotearoa New Zealand's gastronomic calendar. The annual Bluff Oyster and Food Festival in May draws seafood enthusiasts from far and wide to indulge in freshly shucked oysters paired with local wine and beer. Feijoa, also kn.