Matariki marks the Māori New Year, signalled by the rising of the Matariki star cluster. It’s a time for remembrance, celebration, and planning for the future — often brought together through the sharing of kai with whānau and friends which is our ethos as the social platter co.
Check out our special Matariki-inspired menu – crafted to nourish the body and soul with locally sourced ingredients, tradition, and aroha. We focus on the stars their meanings and the kai that is sourced to support them.
Book your Matariki Kai now and request our kai pack
Check out our special Matariki-inspired menu – crafted to nourish the body and soul with locally sourced ingredients, tradition, and aroha. We focus on the stars their meanings and the kai that is sourced to support them.
Book your Matariki Kai now and request our kai pack
Matariki – The Mother Star
Overall wellbeing, health, and the gathering of people
Matariki Platter - $28.00 per person
Celebrate the spirit of Matariki with our signature grazing platter, a tribute to the guiding star of wellbeing and unity. Thoughtfully curated to bring people together, this platter features a generous selection of locally sourced meats and artisan cheeses, paired with our house-made berry pastes, seasonal fruits, and garden pickled vegetables. You’ll also find glazed ham, handcrafted dips, and wholesome spreads — all designed for sharing, connection, and reflection.
Pulled Lamb on Crispy Māori Fried Bread Sliders - $6.00 each
Slow-cooked Canterbury lamb shoulder in a golden Māori fried bread, finished with pickled sea and a Kawakawa-infused aioli.
Citrus and Kawakawa Infused Chicken Skewers - $4.50 each
Marinated chicken thigh in lemon and lime zest, garlic and chopped Kawakawa with a Kawakawa raita.
Horipito, Kumara and Smoked Fish Croquette Balls - $5.20 each
Smoked tarakihi bound in a horipito and kumara croquette deep fried in bread crumbs.
Manuka Honey and Pulled Pork Tacos - $5.00 each
Hangi styled pulled pork slow cooked in Manuka honey and brown sugar, with caramelised onions and slaw in a soft hell taco with watercress aioli.
Tupuanuku Pork Belly Bites - $4.00 each
Marinated in kai from the land, honey, olive oil, central Otago plum juice and horopito, served with a beetroot relish.
Matariki Stars - $4.50 each
Chocolate dipped short bread stars.
Kumara Balls - $5.00
Kumara donuts served with honeyed yoghurt.
NZ Bush Honey Cheesecakes - $6.00
A feast that nourishes both body and wairua, in the true essence of Matariki.
Tupuānuku – Food from the Earth Crops and vegetables grown in the soil
Tupuārangi – Food from the Sky Birds, berries, and foods from trees
Waitī – Freshwater FoodFreshwater bodies – rivers, lakes, streams
Waitā – Saltwater FoodOcean and seafood
Waipunarangi – Rain Rain and replenishment of water
Ururangi – Winds Wind and weather
Hiwa-i-te-rangi – Aspirations Hopes, dreams, and goals for the future
Pōhutukawa – Remembrance Honours those who have passed
** minimum numbers apply **
Overall wellbeing, health, and the gathering of people
Matariki Platter - $28.00 per person
Celebrate the spirit of Matariki with our signature grazing platter, a tribute to the guiding star of wellbeing and unity. Thoughtfully curated to bring people together, this platter features a generous selection of locally sourced meats and artisan cheeses, paired with our house-made berry pastes, seasonal fruits, and garden pickled vegetables. You’ll also find glazed ham, handcrafted dips, and wholesome spreads — all designed for sharing, connection, and reflection.
Pulled Lamb on Crispy Māori Fried Bread Sliders - $6.00 each
Slow-cooked Canterbury lamb shoulder in a golden Māori fried bread, finished with pickled sea and a Kawakawa-infused aioli.
Citrus and Kawakawa Infused Chicken Skewers - $4.50 each
Marinated chicken thigh in lemon and lime zest, garlic and chopped Kawakawa with a Kawakawa raita.
Horipito, Kumara and Smoked Fish Croquette Balls - $5.20 each
Smoked tarakihi bound in a horipito and kumara croquette deep fried in bread crumbs.
Manuka Honey and Pulled Pork Tacos - $5.00 each
Hangi styled pulled pork slow cooked in Manuka honey and brown sugar, with caramelised onions and slaw in a soft hell taco with watercress aioli.
Tupuanuku Pork Belly Bites - $4.00 each
Marinated in kai from the land, honey, olive oil, central Otago plum juice and horopito, served with a beetroot relish.
Matariki Stars - $4.50 each
Chocolate dipped short bread stars.
Kumara Balls - $5.00
Kumara donuts served with honeyed yoghurt.
NZ Bush Honey Cheesecakes - $6.00
A feast that nourishes both body and wairua, in the true essence of Matariki.
Tupuānuku – Food from the Earth Crops and vegetables grown in the soil
Tupuārangi – Food from the Sky Birds, berries, and foods from trees
Waitī – Freshwater FoodFreshwater bodies – rivers, lakes, streams
Waitā – Saltwater FoodOcean and seafood
Waipunarangi – Rain Rain and replenishment of water
Ururangi – Winds Wind and weather
Hiwa-i-te-rangi – Aspirations Hopes, dreams, and goals for the future
Pōhutukawa – Remembrance Honours those who have passed
** minimum numbers apply **