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Gourmet
Fresh local produce, prepared the local way.
Expect a party in your mouth when you visit Marlborough. With plenty on offer from land and sea, Marlborough is a foodie haven that will have your tastebuds tingling.
Eat local produce prepared for you at one of the many cafes, winery eateries and restaurants, or head to one of the markets to gather your own ingredients to create your own Marlborough gourmet feast.
In any case, pair it with Marlborough wine and craft beer and enjoy every mouthful.
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Barbara DeLeo Romance writer
"Romance requires a beautiful setting, beautiful food and a beautiful beverage, and Marlborough has an abundance of all three."
My insider guide to MarlboroughVisit a mussel farm
Take a tour boat to one of the mussel, oyster or salmon farms within our unique waterways to see how some of our wonderful seafood is grown.
Greenshell Mussel Cruise
Stay amongst the vines
From B&B's to lodges, find a place to stay amongst the vines.
Marlborough Highlights
This itinerary has been designed to fit into a shorter New Zealand itinerary featuring Marlborough's two most well-known assets, wine and the Marlborough Sounds.
Walk the Queen Charlotte Track
Boat to historic Ship Cove to start your walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. Carry your pack or have it transferred each day. Full walk 3-5 days or choose a section.
Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Marlborough Farmers’ Market
Devour a beautiful brunch at the Sunday morning Marlborough Farmers’ Market or cool down with fresh-fruit ice creams and juicy cherries.
Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
The Salmon Trail
If you’re a foodie with a passion for matching cuisine with great quality wine or beer, or just love to eat and drink, then Marlborough will surprise and delight you and your tastebuds.
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Marlborough Wine & Food Festival
The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival is New Zealand’s original and longest running wine festival held in a world-renowned wine producing region.
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Linger at cellar doors
Savour Marlborough pinot noir in front of a toasty fire, or enjoy a lunch made from premium local ingredients at a vineyard restaurant.
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Havelock Mussel & Seafood Festival
Head to Havelock in March, when it hosts the annual Havelock Mussel & Seafood Festival, a great day out for the whole family.
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i-SITE visitor information services
Havelock i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
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Picton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Hotel
Chateau Marlborough - Blenheim
Lodge
The Marlborough Lodge
Restaurants and Cafes
23 Grove Road Coffee House
Lodge
Angel Luxury Lodge
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