Gatherings

02/08/2026

This Friday the 7th of August, we’re handing our wine list over to The Wrekin Vineyard - Southern Valleys for the night. If you’re into wine, you’ve probably heard the name, they’re one of the most talked about biodynamic producers and one of the most famous vineyards in Marlborough, tucked away in the Southern Valleys. A far cry from the mass-produced sauvignon blanc Marlborough is known for, for better or worse!

They do it properly and farm biodynamically. Some of the biggest names in wine buy grapes from them to make their own wine from this special site, so if you enjoy wine, there’s a good chance you’ve already tasted this very special, very unique vineyard.

Come taste it and meet the people behind it at both Gatherings and Kisi bar . We are so excited!!

See you on Friday x

28/07/2026

Most of you probably don’t know this, but Gatherings has been owned by just one couple for almost 10 years. Alex and Bryony, dreamed this whole thing up and opened it in early 2017. We’ve always been completely independent, opening on a shoestring, working hard to treat people fairly, and doing our best to represent the region.

Three years ago, Bryony nearly died. She hit her head in an accident, suffered a brain bleed, and spent weeks in hospital before being allowed home where she then spent months unable to do much independently. Gatherings kept going through all of it, thanks to the team and our sheer determination. Recovery has been slow, and some effects are still with her three years on.

Bryony is a musician, and through the darkness and uncertainty of that time, she started writing about her experience. Those stories of a quiet, unseen recovery that thousands of people live through every day have become a stage show. She’s touring it across Aotearoa starting next month.

If she’s coming to your area, go show support. It’s been a hard road, and her ability to turn it into something honest and beautiful something that might help others going through the same thing is admirable. Poster with all the dates is above.

And a reminder: restaurants are run by real people with real lives, who love what they do. Through thick and thin, we show up to give you a good time that’s part of our job.

If you can, go support Bryony, what she’s created is amazing ❤️

26/07/2026

Recent platings, collaborations with Black Estate and midnight staff meals with Cocoro and MAPU Test Kitchen 🙏

15/07/2026

Cailles en sarcophage.

Deboned and stuffed whole quail in house pastry with raddicio agrodolce and quail jus.

One of a selection of gatherings dishes being served at our long lunch Black Estate this Sunday

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM BLACK ESTATE

09/07/2026

This Sunday, we’re excited to welcome Chef Craig Martin of Craig Martin to Gatherings for a special Matariki collaboration.

LIMITED BOOKINGS LEFT!

Fresh from weeks spent exploring the markets, kitchens and food culture of Vietnam, China, Hong Kong and Singapore, Craig returns with new ideas and fresh inspiration.

Together we’ll be celebrating the incredible ingredients of Aotearoa through a four-course menu designed by Craig, with stories and influences gathered along the way.

Matariki is a time to gather, reflect and look ahead, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than around the table with great food and great company.

We’d love to welcome you.

gatherings.co.nz to book
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04/07/2026

Braised celeriac with macerated celeriac, Parmesan, walnut bazhe then finished with a warm cider, thyme and brown butter vinaigrette. ❄️❄️

30/06/2026

We’re incredibly honoured to have been recognised by the MICHELIN Guide (official) in two very special ways.

Firstly, we were awarded a Bib Gourmand a recognition given to restaurants offering exceptional food at great value. For us, it represents something we’ve always believed in, that dining out should be accessible, generous and fun. To be recognised for delivering quality, consistency and value by the Michelin Guide is an achievement we’re really proud of.

We were also recognised as a Michelin Mindful Voice, a new global initiative celebrating people whose commitment and actions are helping shape the future of gastronomy. It’s a recognition not just of what’s on the plate, but of the values behind it, the way we work with our growers and producers, care for our team, support our community and strive to leave a positive impact through everything we do.

As we celebrate nearly 10 years, these recognitions feel especially meaningful. They reflect a decade of passion,hard work and belief that hospitality can be both exceptional and thoughtful.

To every member of our team, past and present, thank you. This recognition belongs to every person who has helped shape this restaurant.

To our growers, producers, suppliers, the community around us and, most importantly, you our guests, thank you for believing in us. Your support has allowed us to do and share what we love every single day.

Kia ora
Thank you.

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18/06/2026

15/06/2026

We put a crayfish and green lip mussel pici on as a special last week and due it’s huge popularity we have decided to run with it again on the menu this week. Come experience the joy of crayfish and hand rolled noodles. 🦞🦞

10/06/2026

Yuzu soufflé with white chocolate ice-cream.
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