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Reserve an unforgettable culinary experience

Elevate a New Zealand vacation to a whole new level of luxury at Nelson’s Okoro Villa.

This new all-inclusive stay is home to resident Executive Chef, Michael McMeeken.

Renown as one of New Zealand’s premier chefs, Chef Michael brings guests an exclusive dining experience that captures the true essence of the Nelson region.

Each day, Chef Michael curates a fresh menu inspired by the celebrated flavours of the area, with bold, creative pairings of local wines and artisanal spirits. He crafts each dish with ingredients sourced right from Okoro Villa’s own kitchen gardens and heritage orchard, along with sustainably caught seafood.

This extraordinary dining experience unfolds in an equally unforgettable setting, perched high above Tasman Bay, where every meal is paired with breath taking panoramic views.

Pictured above: The Okoro Villa Signature Chocolate Dessert named for the sliver of the Okoro Moon and surrounding cluster of Matariki stars

Gourmet inclusions in each stay:

  • Bespoke Menus – Chef Michael creates daily menus based on guest preferences, dietary needs, and favourite flavours.
  • Local Ingredients – Each dish showcases the sustainable and ethical food philosophy of Okoro Villa from the locally sourced produce, seafood, lamb, beef or venison celebrating the diversity of region
  • Full service: Experience the warmth and hospitality of our hosts with a private, intimate feel —complete with expert wine recommendations
  • Your choice of ‘dining room!’  Guests can enjoy a fireside dinner, an alfresco barbeque or a secluded dining experience in The Treehouse.
  • Inclusions:  Daily fully cooked breakfast with a selection of provisions, pre dinner canapes and choice of beverage or Okoro ‘cocktail of the day.’ Three course gourmet dinner menu
  • On request:  gourmet picnic lunch on or off site, cooking classes, foraging and market tours with Chef (additional cost)

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