Palliser Kitchen
Local. Seasonal. Artisanal. Fine-dining meets laid-back vineyard lunch.
The Palliser Kitchen is led by award-winning Executive ChefNorka Mella Munoz, whose talent, vision, and menu have earned Palliser recognition with a prestigiousCuisineHat in 2025.
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 WinterMenu
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appetisers + plates to share
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OYSTERS$36 ½ doz | $68 1 doz
chimichurri + natural(GF/DF)
wine suggestion: The ‘Griffin’ Méthode Traditionnelle
BREAD$18
Lot8 olive oil + dukkha (V) (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
PARSNIP SOUP$25
lavosh + herb creme fraiche (V / GFO)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
CHICKEN & MUSHROOM PATE$28
house baked focaccia + persimmon chutney + pickles
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Chardonnay
CHUPE DE PAUA$32
herbs + parmesan breadcrumb crust
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Single Vineyard ‘Om Santi’ Chardonnay
CONFITÅŒRA KING SALMON$28
ajo blanco + chive oil + grapes (GF/DF/CONTAINS NUTS)
wine suggestion: The ‘Griffin’ Méthode Traditionnelle
BURRATA$27
romesco + rocket + garlic croutons + salsa verde(V)
wine suggestion: The ‘Rose’ Méthode Traditionnelle
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large plates
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PAILA MARINA$44
market fish + mussels + clams + salmoretta + chive oil (GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Single Vineyard 'Om Santi' Chardonnay
ROAST PUMPKIN$35
harissa + seed brittle + pickled onion (VG / GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
SLOW COOK BEEF SHORTRIB$79 (to share)
roast jerusalem artichoke + onion jus (GF / DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Syrah
LAMB RACK$49
bean & chorizo cassoulet + pumpkin puree + jus (GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Noir
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sides
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POTATO ANNA$17
confit garlic + parmesan (V / GF but not suitable for coeliac)
CHARRED BROCCOLI$16
chimichurri + salsa verde + hazelnut (VG / GF / CONTAINS NUTS)
ROASTED BEETROOTS$16
whipped feta + caramelised walnuts + tamarillo dressing (V / GF / CONTAINS NUTS)
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desserts
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CREME CARAMEL$18
strawberry gelato + sugar tuille (GFO)
POACHED PEAR & RHUBARB CRUMBLE$18
coconut cream (VG)
CARAMELISEDWHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE$19
persimmon + pistachio crumb + brandy snap (CONTAINS NUTS)
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.
