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Kerikeri - taste the good life

For many of us Kerikeri evokes memories of sunlight and oranges, the Stone Store, and distant mentions in school history books.

But this historic outpost has undergone a no less dramatic transformation over recent years into an epicurean destination of note and a mecca for those in search of life’s better moments.

Farmers Markets More [?] What sets Kerikeri apart from other New Zealand towns is the vibrant diversity of its offerings. With the perfect climate, oranges now jostle for space next to locally grown avocados, grapes, macadamia nuts, tamarillos, olives and organic produce at the weekly farmers’ market. Gourmet cheeses, ice cream, liqueurs and fine wines are crafted to perfection within shouting distance of Kemp House, New Zealand’s oldest standing European building, and a short drive reveals an abundance of sensory delights. Taste handmade chocolates and sublime confectionery, smell the fresh aroma of organic soaps, luxuriate in natural skincare products, vibrant ceramics and earthy creations fashioned from native timbers by master craftsmen.

Kerikeri’s popular Arts and Crafts trail takes you further afield through the studios and hideaways of the many talented artists and artisans who have made their home in this corner of paradise. Nature lovers find ample food for the soul in Kerikeri’s waterways and forest tracks and then of course, there’s all the history.

Stone Store, Kerikeri Inlet This remarkable town has managed to hold on to its past in a way which comes alive in the present, with beautifully restored buildings like Kemp House, The Stone Store and St James’s Church set amidst the romance of Nga Puhi war chief Hongi Hika’s legacy and the site of the Kororipo pa. What more could you hope for?

Besides the ultimate holiday destination and perfect weather, Kerikeri has a thriving community of locals who work hard to keep this vibrant little town on the map. Boutique accommodation, top quality cafes and the annual Bay of Islands’ Arts Festival make Kerikeri an unforgettable destination and a jewel in the sparkling crown of the Bay of Islands.