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The Gourmet's Garden

Take a tour with three expert guides and discover the fantastic flavours of New Zealand. From Auckland's fresh cuisine to the vineyards of Marlborough and Queenstown's stunning scenery...

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Your Guides

Peter Gordon
International Chef

Peter Gordon

Internationally renowned chef, Peter is a passionate advocate of New Zealand. Let him show you around the unique flavours and food locations of this bountiful land.

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Peter's biography >

Michael Cooper
Wine Expert

Michael Cooper

Michael is one of New Zealand’s leading wine writers and frequently judges wine competitions. Investigate the vineyards and the best wines in the country.

See first Wine entry >

Michael's biography >

Ruud Kleinpaste
Flora & Fauna Expert

Ruud Kleinpaste

An expert in ecology, Ruud has the knowledge and humour to bring New Zealand botany alive for those who appreciate nature. Discover a multitude of magical places with him.

See first Nature entry >

Ruud's biography >

 

Destinations 
Auckland Bay of Plenty Taranaki Wairarapa Marlborough West Coast Canterbury Central Otago Southland Hawke's Bay Gisborne