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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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"Even after living here for 10 years I am still amazed how we are still finding new places to enjoy in the Sounds and how when you go to the next bay every thing changes again."
My insider guide to MarlboroughDream date in the Sounds
Catch the early morning summer boat trip to Motuara Island, then get dropped off at Furneaux Lodge for late breakfast. Walk to Punga Lodge for wood-fired pizza.
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Picnic on the foreshore
Pack a picnic to enjoy on the Picton Foreshore, or grab an order of fish and chips to eat on the beach.
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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.
Fresh Marlborough seafood
Marlborough salmon and mussels are available at a range of foodie outlets. Seafood (or more strictly Sounds food) with a crisp ‘chardie’ or ‘sav blanc’ is heaven on earth!
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Dine with a view
Marlborough offers world-class dining, showcasing fresh produce from the region. But the icing on the cake is the brilliant views, along with the variety of views that you can experience while dining out in Marlborough.
Fishing on the Wairau
Whether it's spin or fly fishing, the Wairau River is a great spot to have a go at hooking a delicious trout for your lunch or dinner.
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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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Soak up the view at Brancott Estate
Get there early in the morning when it’s quiet and have a coffee looking at the view.
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Stay amongst the vines
From B&B's to lodges, find a place to stay amongst the vines.
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Hotel
Chateau Marlborough - Blenheim
Lodge
The Marlborough Lodge
Restaurants and Cafes
23 Grove Road Coffee House
Lodge
Angel Luxury Lodge
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