# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Puanga Degustation Dinner
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Haere mai and welcome to a special dinner to celebrate Puanga – the Māori New Year.

Puanga is a time to gather cherished ones to reflect on the present, celebrate the past, and plan for the future. For this third year running, Haukai Bistro & Bar will present an immersive gastronomic evening, hosted by Damon Ritai from Taranaki Iwi and with special guest Pounamu Skelton.

Echoing the ethos of love for the land and respect for the sea, Haukai Bistro & Bar Executive Chef Richard Ponder, has crafted a menu designed around the stars from the Puanga cluster. The ingredients for the menu, has been locally sourced from Taranaki land where possible. 

This extraordinary six-course degustation will create an unforgettable and magical evening of the stars celebration, Maori New year and culinary indulgence.

When: Thursday 9th July 2026

Time: 6pm (Doors open | 6:30pm First course served)

Price: Six Course Degustation | $139 per person 

Dine & Stay Package 

Two tickets to the six-course degustation, a night’s stay in a King Superior room for the night of the evening of 9th July, with two full buffet breakfast the following morning, late check out of 1pm and a reserved car park | $499

To book or view the menu click on the link.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-plymouth/puanga-degustation-dinner/200030205728218
- **Event Categories**: workshops, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 29

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Plymouth
- **state**: TK
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Corner of Hobson and Leach Streets, New Plymouth, New Zealand 4312
- **lat**: -39.05561
- **long**: 174.08728
- **full address**: Corner of Hobson and Leach Streets, New Plymouth, New Zealand 4312, New Zealand

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Puanga Degustation Dinner being held?
  - **A:** Puanga Degustation Dinner takes place on Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Corner of Hobson and Leach Streets, New Plymouth, New Zealand 4312, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Puanga Degustation Dinner?
  - **A:** Puanga Degustation Dinner is organized by Haukai Bistro & Bar.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Puanga Degustation Dinner is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Plymouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Puanga Degustation Dinner sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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