The locals know just how good it is! Mussels, scallops, crayfish, oysters, craft breweries, exceptional restaurants, cruisy cafes, fresh produce. Homegrown to the core. If you are travelling to the Coromandel, plan plenty of time to check out everything that is on offer in this foodie paradise.
If you love new ideas and recipes for sustainable living Deb’s book COASTAL is a Coromandel gem you need on your bookshelf
We rate Coromandel’s best places to eat, our favourite restaurants, cafe’s, takeaways and kitchens, for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The perfect blend of nature, adventure, luxury natural accommodation, banging food, spas and treatments, Carl and Tia road trip the Coromandel in search of the best winter wellness experiences on offer.
Tairua Beach Club has quickly made a name for itself with fresh flavours, homegrown produce and a great vibe. We talk to Chef Graeme Riki about what it takes to create a successful restaurant.
Local girl and Coromandel Goodness contributor Emma Darragh visits her favourite rainy day escape, Hot Waves Cafe. "Hot Waves is therapeutic. We are better for visiting this place; more connected, more relaxed, well-nourished and inspired by the peace it provides. Long may this slice of Coromandel Goodness last. We love it."
Bluenose would have to be one of the nicest eating fish around. They are a prized recreational catch off the Eastern seaboard of the Coromandel Peninsula.
In this quick 3 minute video, chef Nathaniel Blomfield shares four awesome Bluenose recipes
Luke’s Kitchen epitomises that elusive Coromandel essence people instinctively recognise. Luke is just happy people enjoy it. “I created a place I thought I’d like to go. I think it’s cool that other people like it too.” Read about Luke's story here....
One of the Coromandel's best chefs, Nathaniel Blomfield creates a 4 course kingfish feast with todays catch
We talk with the founder and cook of New Zealand’s only wood fired hot sauce