Stargrazing in New Zealand

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Stargrazing: The unique experience of enjoying New Zealand's stunning night skies while indulging in exceptional cuisine.

Celebrated Kiwi chef Ben Bayly produced a one-of-a-kind restaurant experience with the most stars called Pou-o-kai, inspired by Pouākai (eagle), at Kura Tawhiti, Castle Hill, South Island, New Zealand.

The restaurant’s name, Pou-o-Kai, was gifted to the restaurant by Ngāi Tūāhuriri, local mana whenua (people of the land) in an ode to the eagle that used to soar the pristine skies of the Kura Tawhiti (Castle Hill, South Island) region.

We think that New Zealand cuisine is in a category of its own – we call it superior cuisine, worth a journey to the edge of the earth.

Ben Bayly
New Zealand chef

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Ben Bayly travelled across Aotearoa New Zealand, sourcing ingredients that adhered to kaitiakitanga (guardianship of the land) and the essence of each region. Select dishes from the menu will rotate across his six restaurants spanning Auckland, Arrowtown and Queenstown until August 2025. To try one or more of his creations consider booking a meal at Ahi(opens in new window), Origine(opens in new window), Aosta(opens in new window), Little Aosta(opens in new window) or The Bathhouse(opens in new window).