...where foodies delight with every bite and             
 vines produce extraordinary wines!

The Nelson Tasman region is New Zealand's newest culinary tourism destination with a qualification from Italy's Academia Barilla institution with a 30-hour 'Certificate in Italian Gastronomy' course on offer in April and October 2012. Visit www.nmit.ac.nz for more details. Bring a friend or two and enjoy the great Nelson sunshine while you learn, cook and enjoy the great fare on offer!

Serious foodies will ll be in a constant state of delectable delight. The region has an abundance of local flavours, sun-kissed fruit, farm-fresh and organic vegetables and succulent seafood. The great food is complemented with over twenty-five boutique aromatic wineries and craft breweries providing endless gastronomic inspiration and liquid delights. 

Don't leave home without your appetite or palate... you won't regret it. Come and enjoy the great food, wine and beer on offer for a short weekend, long weekend or slip away for a mid-week treat for a day or two.