Palliser Kitchen
Local. Seasonal. Artisanal. Fine-dining meets laid-back vineyard lunch.
The Palliser Kitchen is led by award-winning Executive Chef Norka Mella Munoz, whose talent, vision, and menu have earned Palliser recognition with a prestigious Cuisine Hat in 2025 and again in 2026.
Nestled among our organic vineyards in the heart of Martinborough, Wairarapa, the Palliser Kitchen celebrates local, seasonal and artisanal ingredients, crafted into dishes that pair beautifully with Palliser’s world-class wines.
Blending Norka’s Chilean heritage with New Zealand influences, the Palliser Kitchen offers a refined yet relaxed vineyard dining experience — where every plate reflects sustainability, creativity, and the character of our land.
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Palliser Kitchen Spring-Summer Menu
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appetisers + plates to share
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OYSTERS ½ doz | 1 doz market price
chimichurri + natural (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: The ‘Griffin’ Méthode Traditionnelle
HOUSE BAKED FOCACCIA BREAD $18
Lot8 olive oil + dukkha (VG / contains nuts / can be GF)
wine suggestion: Enjoy with your favourite glass of Palliser Wine!
SOPAIPILLAS $17
pumpkin pastry + pebre (VG)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
LUZ’S MARKET FISH CEVICHE (Norka’s Mum’s) $28
red onion + capsicum + apple + avocado + coriander + lettuce + lemon (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc
CHICKEN & MUSHROOM PATE $28
house baked focaccia + seasonal fruit chutney + pickles
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Chardonnay
CHUPE DE PAUA $32
herbs + parmesan breadcrumb crust
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Single Vineyard ‘Om Santi’ Chardonnay
ŌRA KING SALMON MOSAIC $28
seaweed + celeriac remoulade + tomato water + chives (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Single Vineyard ‘Om Santi’ Chardonnay
STRACCIATELLA $27
toasted almonds + charred peaches + cherry tomatoes + basil + tamarillo vinaigrette (GF / CONTAINS NUTS / V / add prosciutto +$5)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Riesling
OCTOPUS CARPACCIO $28
smoked mayo + baby capers + rocket + lemon vinaigrette (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Chardonnay
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large plates
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PAN-FRIED LINE CAUGHT FISH $44
pumpkin seed romesco + fennel + zucchini salad + shallot dressing (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Chardonnay
CHARRED NAPA CABBAGE $35
cashew + sesame + herb salad + noch cham dressing (VG / GF / CONTAINS NUTS)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
T-BONE STEAK 500G $78
burnt tomato butter + new baby potatos + chimichurri (GF / great for sharing)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Syrah
SLOW ROASTED LAMB SCOTCH FILLET $49
herb mint crumb + peas + asparagus + garden spinach + jus (DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser ‘Hua Nui’ Single Vineyard Pinot Noir
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sides
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POTATO ANNA $17
confit garlic + parmesan + mixed herbs (V / GF but not suitable for coeliac)
SEASONAL LEAF SALAD $17
red pepper dressing + feta + toasted seeds (V / GF)
TOMATO SALAD $17
beef steak tomato + cherry tomato + oregano + Fernglen feta + olive oil (V / GF)
GREEN SUMMER MEDLEY $17
charred courgette + asparagus + peas + edemame + green beans + herbs + preserved lemon dressing (VG / GF)
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desserts
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STRAWBERRY & PALLISER PINOT NOIR TIRAMISU $18
shortbread crumb + mascapone + lady fingers (V)
wine suggestion: Palliser ‘The Rose’ Methode Traditionnelle
72% COCAO CHOCOLATE MOUSSE $18
orange + hazelnut + black cacao rocks + creme fraiche (CONTAINS NUTS)
wine suggestion: Palliser Amare’tjie (fortified dessert wine)
PEAR & RHUBARB CRUMBLE $18
coconut cream (VG)
CHEESE FOR TWO $42
red wine gel + crackers + fresh fruit (V / GFO)
wine suggestion: enjoy with your favourite Palliser wine!
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we also have a children's menu, and set menus for larger group bookings
*please note* our menu is seasonal and subject to change depending on the availability of local produce. Online menu is indicative. Please advise when booking of any dietary requirements, as most dishes can be adapted.
