
Village Picnic To You
Since its launch in October 2019, Village Picnic has been supporting local artisans with its picnic gift hampers. Now, founder Philippa Potaka is expanding, taking her venture on the road with Village Picnic to You.

The Culinary Journey Of Giorgio
From Italy to Brazil to Matakana Village Farmers’ Market; meet the man behind the Italian pasta creating a stir at the Village Farmers’ Market.

Wildly Grows Beyond The Local Market
Renowned local business Wildly, previously Wild Delicious Matakana, has been making great strides.
Savour Northland: A Culinary Celebration
This spring, Northland will come alive with flavours, stories, and traditions. From Mangawhai to the far north, and coast to coast, Savour Northland is set to be a month-long celebration of the best local flavours the region has to offer.

Wine, Art and Relaxation Returns
Omaha Bay Vineyard, known for its exquisite wines and warm hospitality, reopened its doors in August following its annual winter break.

Where the Buffalo Roam
Corner Paddock, nestled at the intersection of Mangawhai, Waiteitei, and Silverhill Roads, is home to a carefully nurtured grass-fed herd producing premium buffalo milk products.

Matakana Meadows
Born from a vision to connect with and support the local community by striving to produce fresh, chemical-free, nutrient-dense food in Matakana’s backyard.

Roadside Delights
Down an unassuming avenue in Algies Bay, next to an idyllic picnic spot and surrounded by hibiscus flowers and edible gardens, stands a small yet mighty honesty stall, The Rootstock Larder.

Growing and Homesteading - Waionehu Wild
Nestled on their family farm in Waipu, established in 1893, Grant and Sharlene Russell have cultivated a thriving homesteading business born from a vision of sustainability and community.

Crafting the Meanest Burgers
At the heart of MEAN BRGR lies a commitment to freshness that defines their approach to crafting burgers.

Historic meeting place by the water
A trip to the north isn’t complete without a stop-off at The Mangawhai Tavern, a historic cornerstone of the community since 1862.

Top honours for local brewers
The 2024 New World Beer & Cider Awards winners have been announced, and three local breweries have made the prestigious Top 30 – shining a spotlight on some of the region’s best brewing talent.

Clotted cream for Kiwis
Born from nostalgia, Paul Bondsfield’s entrepreneurial spirit is introducing a British staple and indulgent delight to our nation.

Authentic Napolitan pizza under the pergola
Bringing a piece of Italy to Mangawhai, Napoli-born-and-raised Donato Terra Gallo believes his purpose in life is to save people from indecent food exposure.

Say it with beers
Ever wondered what to get someone who is difficult to buy for? From personal to corporate gifts and business product promotions, the applications are endless with Colab Brewing’s unique personalisation tool.

From red carpet to red apples
Made with New Zealand apples and featuring some very special local apples, APPLETASTIC is introducing new products to our region with its delicious apple butter and applesauces. With apple season upon us, it’s time to celebrate!

Organically shared
What began as a modest endeavour to coordinate organic produce purchases through a co-op quickly blossomed into a full-fledged organic haven. Rem and Rose Organics is a symbol for community-driven change nestled in the heart of Matakana Country Park.

Family legacy returns to Leigh Sawmill
Twenty eight years on, a bittersweet surprise has occurred in the little village of Leigh. The Guinness family have opened the doors of the Leigh Sawmill Café once again.

A café for cozy essentials
Mangawhai Heads’ newest kid on the block offers a fresh take on the everyday coffee run. Located on Wood Street, TOAST brings a burst of colour and greenery to a well-known corner of town.

From bikes to beans
Amidst the picturesque landscapes of Big Omaha, Adam Lane's journey from motorcycle repair and restoration to bespoke coffee roasting reflects his entrepreneurial resilience. Rooted in a commitment to community and quality, Big Omaha Coffee Roasters aims to offer a delightful coffee experience and enhance the local coffee culture.