1. Hangi - A traditional feast cooked in an earth oven, consisting of meats like lamb and chicken, sweet potatoes, and vegetables.
2. Pāua Fritters - Delicious fritters made from the unique New Zealand abalone shellfish, known as pāua, mixed with herbs and spices.
3. Whitebait Fritters - Small freshwater fish caught in New Zealand rivers and made into crispy fritters with eggs and seasoning.
4. Pavlova - A popular dessert made of meringue topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits like kiwifruit or berries.
5. Lolly Cake - A sweet treat made from crushed malt biscuits, condensed milk, butter, and colorful marshmallows or candies.
6. Hokey Pokey Ice Cream - Creamy vanilla ice cream filled with crunchy caramelized honeycomb toffee pieces.
7. Kiwi Burger - A classic burger featuring a beef patty topped with beetroot slices, fried egg, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and sauce.
8. Mānuka Honey - Known for its unique flavor and health benefits, this special honey is produced by bees that pollinate the mānuka bush flowers.
9. Bluff Oysters - Considered a delicacy in New Zealand waters, these plump oysters are best enjoyed fresh or lightly cooked.
10. Feijoa Crumble - A comforting dessert made from feijoas (a tropical fruit) baked under a crumbly topping of flour, sugar, butter, and oats.
(Note: These traditional foods can be found at local eateries near the port of Kaiteriteri.)