Puretastes Restaurant - Paihia Bay of Islands NZ
Puretastes situated on a parallel horizon to the stunning oceanic background known as the Bay of Islands, this the chic pool-side restaurant with an elegant fusion of contemporary yet delicate interiors is a perfect fit with an award-winning resort.
Indulge in a sumptuous blend of contemporary cuisine sourced primarily from Northlands finest produce, attentively prepared by our team of chefs, host to Head Chef Chris Hagan, an acclaimed chef with numerous awards to his credit including the title English Grand Winner of the NZ-UK Link foundation Competition 2006.
Whether it be a decadent breakfast or candlelit dinner, Chris and his team ensure only the finest culinary experience.
Puretastes is truly the venue for a luxurious dining experience, a perfect accompaniment to the magical surrounds of the Bay of Islands and the Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel.
We use Northland ingredients where ever possible.
Breakfast Menu |
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From 8am to 11am Continental $16
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Cooked Breakfast |
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puretastes breakfast |
$19 |
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eggs benedict |
$17 |
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pancakes |
$17 |
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mushrooms on Heron Hill sourdough toast |
$17 |
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omelette |
$16 |
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today's detox drink |
$ 8 |
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full breakfast |
$30 |
Tasting Menu |
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A treat of small tastes of the a la carte menu Our tasting menu is designed for the enjoyment of the whole table. Menu only available for dining in restaurant 4 courses $75 per guest - with wine match $110 |
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cured salmon tomato and haloumi terrine poached rabbit loin sirloin of beef passionfruit sponge cake |
Dinner Menu |
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From 6pm till late, last mains orders 9pm |
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Breadtodays selection of Heron Hill and hand-made breads |
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$7.50 |
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Entrees |
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cured salmon |
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$22 |
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poussin (baby chicken) |
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$23 |
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soy marinated tempura prawns |
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$23 |
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tomato and haloumi terrine |
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$21 |
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poached rabbit loin |
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$23 |
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Mains |
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tastes of lamb |
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$34 |
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jerusalem artichoke and mushroom tartlet |
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$31 |
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sirloin of beef, |
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$33 |
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pan seared fish |
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$32 |
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caramelised pork belly |
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$32 |
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poached venison |
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$32 |
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Side dishesnorthland kumara chips with parmesan olive oil |
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$7.50 |
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Dessert |
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chocolate terrine |
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$16 |
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passionfruit crème brulee |
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$15 |
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liquorice poached pear |
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$15 |
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malted barley panna cotta |
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$14 |
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tasting of puretastes gelati & sorbets |
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$13.50 |
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assorted petit fours |
$12 |
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Childrens Menu |
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penne pasta with olive oil, tomato and grated cheese |
$12 |
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tempura fish & chips with tartare sauce or ketchup |
$15 |
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soup of the day served with bread |
$10 |
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sausage & chips |
$14 |
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hamburger & kumara chips |
$15 |
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icecream sundae with chocolate or raspberry sauce |
$ 8 |



