We’re dialing up the buzz with a Southland wide festival celebrating everything Fiordland and Southland has to offer.

This year it all begins on March 24th and runs until April 30th 2023.

From our culinary delights to local brews and to amazingly talented performers, our vibrant nightlife and outstanding accommodation offerings. There are plenty of reasons to Eat, Drink, Play and Stay in the Southland region this Autumn.

Surf ‘n’ Turf Pizza

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Surf ‘n’ Turf Pizza

1 April - 30 April
A combination of locally produced tender beef fillet from Pure South and Barnes Wild Caught Oysters, topped with a cheesy mornay sauce.
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Roast Lamb Shoulder

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Roast Lamb Shoulder

1 April - 30 April
Slow cooked and braised lamb shoulder, roasted kumara puree, fromage blanc, onion, horopito & rosemary jus, mint leaves and kumara cracker.
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Pure South Famous Young Chefs Degustation Luncheon

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Pure South Famous Young Chefs Degustation Luncheon

2023-04-30 11:30:00

The Finale of our annual Savour the South Festival.
Sponsored by Pure South, Presented by Hospitality New Zealand.

A weekend for Young Chefs in training from SBHS and SIT with the finale being a 5 Course Degustation Luncheon with Matching Wines included on Sunday 24th April.

 

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Made in Murihiku

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Made in Murihiku

The Chowder

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The Chowder

1 April - 30 April
Brunel’s already famous Seafood Chowder packed with bounty of the seas, served with cheesy garlic topped mussels and warm Ciabatta Toast.
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Kelvin Hotel

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Kelvin Hotel

Hearty Venison Pie

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Hearty Venison Pie

Blueberries & Hazelnuts

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Blueberries & Hazelnuts

1 April - 30 April
Davis Downs Hazelnuts, Blueberry Country Berries, Wild South Raw Bush Honey, combined into a delicate Loaf served with Cream Fraiche and Chocolate Sauce
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Curried Lamb Pastry Puff

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Curried Lamb Pastry Puff

Southland Lamb Rump

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Southland Lamb Rump

1 April - 30 April
Southland lamb rump marinated with paprika, garlic and rosemary on roasted local root vegetables with bbq corn, jus and chimichurri.
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Hokonui Moonshine & Chocolates sample

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Hokonui Moonshine & Chocolates sample

1 April - 30 April
Sample the town of Gore’s once illicit Hokonui Moonshine. For the less adventurous we have put the moonshine in chocolates.
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Kiwi Saffron Honey Semifreddo – Murihiku on a Plate

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Kiwi Saffron Honey Semifreddo – Murihiku on a Plate

Wild Fiordland Surf & Turf – Murihiku on a Plate

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Wild Fiordland Surf & Turf – Murihiku on a Plate

1 April - 30 April

Wild Fiordland Surf & Turf

Fare Game Wild Venison, Wild Legend Lobster Tail,
Creamed Southland Kolrabi, Robbie’s Pickled Black Garlic & Hopefields Hempseed Oil

$52.5

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Bluff Oysters – Murihiku on a Plate

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Bluff Oysters – Murihiku on a Plate

Waitutu Adventure

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Waitutu Adventure

22 April - 23 April

Waitutu Forest Lodge, in conjunction with Wairaurahiri Jet, has a superb
overnight guided excursion in Southern Fiordland, traveling across
mysterious Lake Hauroko, down the wild Wairaurahiri River, through the
primeval Waitutu Forest to the remote South Coast of the South Island
of New Zealand.

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Hidden Markets

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Hidden Markets

Muttonbird and Caramelised Swede Croquettes

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Muttonbird and Caramelised Swede Croquettes

Silere Lamb share platter

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Silere Lamb share platter

11 April - 30 April
Merino shoulder / roast agrias & butternut / honey glazed parsnips / buttered green peas / rosemary jus
– matched with Domaine Thomson Surveyor or Auld Usquebaugh Single Malt Elixer
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Celebrating Mutton Bird/ Titi

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Celebrating Mutton Bird/ Titi

Crafty’s Southland Three Course

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Crafty’s Southland Three Course

1 April - 30 April
Entree: Crayfish Potsticker Dumplings,
Main: Lamb Burger with Lamb mince & homemade Lamb Bacon
Dessert: Homemade Blueberry & Farm fresh milk Gelato Crepe
Three course meal includes a matching beer made with Garston Hops.
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Lamb Burger with Homemade Lamb Bacon

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Lamb Burger with Homemade Lamb Bacon

1 April - 30 April
Homemade Southland Lamb Mince pattie, rashers of homemade Lamb Bacon, Grilled halloumi cheese, Red Onion and Baby Rocket, in a lightly grilled Sourdough Bun, with homemade Tomato Relish and Minted Mayo, served with chunky chips.
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Homemade Blueberry & Farm fresh milk Gelato Crepe

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Homemade Blueberry & Farm fresh milk Gelato Crepe

1 April - 30 April

Homemade Blueberry Gelato made with Farm Fresh Milk and Southland Blueberries, served in a crepe with blueberry compote.

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Fiordland Crayfish Potsticker Dumplings

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Fiordland Crayfish Potsticker Dumplings

1 April - 30 April

6 Potstickers stuffed with plump Crayfish pieces and fresh herbs, pan fried and steamed, served with Chinese Red Vinegar.

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Southern Seafood Chowder

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Southern Seafood Chowder

1 April - 30 April

Our lovely thick and creamy dish filled with seafood served with a sprinkle of parsley and a side of toasted house baked bread.

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Southern Seafood Chowder

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Southern Seafood Chowder
Our lovely thick and creamy dish filled with seafood served with a sprinkle of parsley and a side of toasted house baked bread.
It’s a Southland Classic for good reason
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Esplanade Motel Gore

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Esplanade Motel Gore

Cabot Lodge

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Cabot Lodge

1 April - 30 April

Book Direct and save 15% at this all-inclusive luxury lodge overlooking Lake Manapouri and the Cathedral Peak Mountains. With panoramic views, farm to plate cuisine, private spa pool and on-farm activities, this is a getaway you won’t forget. Quote ‘savour south’ to receive discounted rates.

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Street Dine Fiordland

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Street Dine Fiordland

2023-03-25 11:30:00

Take your seat for a lunch like no other. You’re at a beautifully laid out table in the picturesque main street of Te Anau, sun shining, Fiordland’s majestic mountain peaks as your backdrop. Irresistible aromas of sumptuous Southland fare float through the air around you. It’s a gala atmosphere with a funky restaurant vibe, as Te Anau’s finest restaurants serve up heavenly dishes.

Welcome to Street Dine Fiordland.

We reckon it’s a little bit unique, you could call it a novelty — dining out has never been so good.

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