Hawke's Bay: The best region for a foodie escape
Take your taste buds on holiday to Hawke's Bay.
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Take your taste buds on holiday to Hawke's Bay.
It's like a miniature version of Melbourne, surrounded by vineyards and orchards.
Brook Sabin/Stuff The main fig farm. Figs are one of life's great joys (if you don't agree, best to skip this one) and this humble edible flower is celebrated in full glory at the region’s very own figgery. Te Mata Figs is an organic farm and cafe in Havelock North, and owner Helen and Murray Douglas seriously give a fig about the 30 varieties they grow. The couple are some of the nicest humans you will come across, and their eyes come alive as soon as the "f word" (fig) is mentioned. Brook Sabin/Stuff Try fresh figs at Te Mata Figs.
These lesser-known experiences include a secret wine cellar, a $10 waterfront spa pool and KFQ — Kentucky fried quail.