Chef’s Tasting Experience

We extend a warm welcome to day guests wishing to join us for a 6-course Fine Dining culinary experience at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. This is a culinary journey inspired by the breath-taking beauty of the Mackenzie Region, Te Manahuna. Our multi-course, seasonal tasting menu is designed to showcase local produce and delicious flavours.

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The Moraine is the Mackenzie Region’s #1 Fine Dining establishment, offering a multi-course, seasonal tasting menu, designed to showcase the flavours of the Mackenzie, using local produce and representing our garden to plate philosophy. As we want to keep the menu a surprise for our guests, we won’t reveal too much about what each course entails. However, we can promise you a gastronomic adventure that captures the essence of the Mackenzie.

Please advise us on any dietary requirements when booking, this menu is subject to availability. Diners are seated at elegant sharing-style tables in the grand setting of The Moraine. Enjoy sumptuous cuisine as well as engaging conversation with fellow guests and world travellers.

Please note, for party size less than 6 people you may be seated at a sharing table with another group.


   

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From the moment I booked the villa to the time we departed, everything was perfect. Kaye made recommendations for tours and quickly accommodated us when our party grew from 2 to 4. The 2 bedrooms are both the same size, so there is no fighting over who gets the bigger room! Food was abundant and absolutely fresh and delicious throughout the entire stay. We picked out our wine from the wine cellar upon arrival and, the next night, Luke brought up a variety of bottles for us to choose from for dinner that night. We had an absolutely clear sky for stargazing in the observatory, and saw some brilliant stars, along with Saturn. Anna made sure that we had every supplement we needed, including picnic lunch and massages in the private spa. Also, the fireplace was set up to ensure that even fire dummies could get a flame going. We were in absolute heaven, and can honestly say this was the best part of our trip!

Katie S. 
Katie S.