Cuisine
Almost every ingredient we serve is locally sourced, sustainably caught, or harvested from our on-site garden, creating flavours inspired by the Ahuriri Valley. Led by Head Chef Guillaume Laurent, our menus offer a refined, contemporary take on seasonal New Zealand cuisine, from Tasman Bay spear-caught Kingfish to hand-harvested Fiordland crayfish.
Each evening, the Great Hall becomes the heart of the Lodge, a place where guests gather for pre-dinner drinks and canapés before sitting down to a multi-course dinner. The experience often begins with freshly baked bread and a rotating flavoured butter, followed by a light entrée, main, and dessert, optionally paired with wines from our curated local and international selection. In the mornings, the Great Hall greets guests with breakfast as the valley comes to life. Lunch is offered at your leisure, either a relaxed meal in the Lodge or a packed lunch for a day of adventure.
Luxury Lodge Chefs of the Year 2025 — Executive Chef Dan Fraser & Head Chef Guillaume Laurent
Cuisine Good Food Awards
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Daily breakfast
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Daily lodge lunch or a gourmet packed lunch on stayover days
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Nightly pre-dinner drinks and canapés
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Nightly multi-course dinner
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Nightly wine pairings ($)
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Culinary experiences ($)
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On-site Garden
Our on-site garden yields aromatic herbs and vibrant greens — ingredients that play a key role in our dishes — while also offering guests a closer connection to the land that surrounds us.
Locally Sourced
We partner with sustainable suppliers to ensure our menus reflect the harmony between ingredients and environment, creating dishes that are as responsible as they are memorable.


Wine List
Our wine list showcases a carefully curated selection of award-winning local and international wines. Each evening, our restaurant team, led by Lizzie Howell, offers an optional personalised wine pairing to elevate your dining experience in the Great Hall.
Cocktails
The bar is open all day, serving a premium menu including signature cocktails and top-shelf spirits. Guests are invited to enjoy their complimentary pre-dinner drinks in the Great Hall or games room before dinner, or outside by the firepit as the sun sets over the valley.

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South Island
Ahuriri Valley, Omarama
Lake Hāwea, Otago
Waitaki Valley, Otago
























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