Hawke’s Bay Presents Food and Wine Country with James Beck

, from Issue #0. January 27, 2023
Hawke’s Bay Presents Food and Wine Country with James Beck

Award-winning chef James Beck is taking foodies behind the scenes of Hawke's Bay in a new five-part series that brings together the Food and Wine Country’s best ingredients.

 

Those who have visited Hawke’s Bay know that it’s a foodie’s dream – whether you’re dining out at an array of New Zealand’s finest restaurants or eating in with produce grown by passionate locals. 

To shine light on the gorgeous region, award-winning chef James Beck is taking us behind the scenes of Hawke’s Bay in a new five-part series that brings together Food and Wine Country’s best ingredients. Each week from the 3rd of February, James will share how to make a truly delicious feast from different neighbourhoods across the region.

Hawke’s Bay attracts passionate producers, artisans and urban restaurateurs who deliver the full gamut of paddock to plate, grape to glass and tree to table feasting. It’s no surprise that they stand as New Zealand’s oldest wine-growing region and an agricultural powerhouse.

Follow along as James shares the bounty at his doorstep and how to use it. Watch as he cooks up a feast in stunning locations from Wairoa in the north to Central Hawke’s Bay in the south, and everything in between.

 

Episode 1: Wairoa District

 

In a district of extensive coastlines, kaimoana is, more often than not, the dinner of choice in Wairoa. Whether it be paua, kina, crayfish, filleted tarakihi or kingfish ceviche, there’s nothing better than kaimoana fresh from the ocean.

Now, just in time for summer, award-winning chef James Beck showcases a handful of simple, quick recipes, filled with delicious ingredients from Northern Hawke’s Bay – perfect for the beach, bach, boat and beyond.

Filmed at Mokotahi Bach, Māhia Peninsula, Wairoa.
Find full recipes here: https://www.hawkesbaynz.com/foodandwinecountry?article=1149

 

Episode 2: Napier

 

Home to many of Hawke’s Bay’s leading restaurants, Napier is also where you’ll find innovative producers, growers and winemakers delivering a taste of Hawke’s Bay. When sourcing ingredients from this compact, coastal city, award-winning chef James Beck headed to both the sea and CBD to create an aromatic and succulent taste of Napier. Three courses and a bounty of fresh produce. Paired well with a Hawke’s Bay Chardonnay!

Filmed at Laneway Apartments, Napier.
Find full recipes at: https://www.hawkesbaynz.com/foodandwinecountry?article=1149

 

Episode 3: Havelock North

 

Known to locals as ‘The Village’, this outpost of the Hastings District delivers a masterclass in food and wine. And at the hands of renowned chef James Beck, the township’s fresh olives, squash and beef, and boutique cheese and lime products are elevated once again to create an incredible dish that can be served at any time of the year. Team with a smooth Hawke’s Bay Syrah and a warm autumn evening for perfection.

Filmed at Te Mata House, Havelock North.
Find full recipes at: https://www.hawkesbaynz.com/foodandwinecountry?article=1149

 

Episode 4: Central Hawkes Bay

 

With rolling green hills delivering some of the country’s best farmland, Central Hawke’s Bay has long been known as Lamb Country. It’s little wonder then why acclaimed chef James Beck chose to create spring recipes in this bountiful district. From succulent Waipawa Butchery lamb to the seasons first strawberries and some of the country’s leading hemp products, Central Hawke’s Bay delivers above and beyond for this tasty meal.

Filmed at Patangata Station, Central Hawke’s Bay.
Find full recipes at: https://www.hawkesbaynz.com/foodandwinecountry?article=1149

 

Episode 5: Hastings 

 

A powerhouse in agriculture, horticulture, viticulture and farming, Hastings District delivers a wealth of fresh ingredients to feast on. But in the heart of winter, one ingredient shines brighter than most, the elusive truffle. Join award-winning chef James Beck as he delivers a decadent three-course meal, where truffle is the hero of every dish. Looking for a recipe outside of truffle season? These dishes are just as tasty without!

Filmed at Kiwiesque, Esk Valley, Hastings.
Find full recipes at: https://www.hawkesbaynz.com/foodandwinecountry?article=1149

Subscribe or Log in to dish to save articles

Subscribe
SAVE

latest issue - on sale now

126
Check out our
latest issue:

126

We start by sharing what’s on the dish team’s radar, what we’re watching, listening to and reading. Harry Butterfield puts a twist on his Nonna’s agnolotti, Malissa Fedele reminds us of the importance of fibre, and Phoebe Holden fulfils a long-held dream, sitting down with Yotam Ottolenghi. Autumn is an abundant time, we make the most with pumpkin, kūmara, cabbage, cauliflower, feijoas, apples and pears. We’re dishing up dinners for two, including a Chicken Dumpling Lasagne, alongside easy weeknight meals. We honour our mums, revisit timeless classics, and add a little baking challenge. This issue, we encourage you to slow down, to enjoy writing your shopping list, and spending time in the kitchen. Because even when life feels relentless, there’s always space to share something delicious.