The Matakana App
06 January 2021, 6:50 PM
Our region is full of amazing people growing, making and selling some awesome products. In Rodney, we are fortunate to have loads of markets just a quick drive away, where we can spend a day perusing the stalls whilst supporting local businesses.
Coatesville markets
The Coatesville market is the perfect place to find fantastic foods and home-made New Zealand wares. Tinkers, tailors, traders, crafters and artists all sell their incredible products on the first Sunday of every month. The markets start at 9.00 a.m. Soak in the friendly atmosphere in the tranquil of the beautiful Coatesville Settlers Hall & Reserve.
Orewa Beach Farmers Market
The stallholders who attend this market bring glasshouse crops, wonderful fruits, a wide range of fresh vegetables and a range of other products including free-range eggs, organic produce, raw honey, fresh seafood, nuts and natural artisan products. There are also hot cuisines from Turkey, Japan and India, made on the spot, fresh French Pastries, a huge array of jams, pickles and pesto, Kombucha and herb teas, plus more stalls joining regularly. 8.00 a.m. - 12.30.00 every Sunday at Orewa Square, on the corner of the HBC Highway and Florence Ave.
Matakana Village Farmers Markets
Slip into that Saturday morning feeling at the Matakana Village Farmers’ Market, a true foodie’s heaven with a focus on fresh, sustainable and local artisan goods. From award-winning coffee, to mouth-watering brunch dishes, there’s plenty to sample and savour. Relax by the riverside to live local music while the kids explore the rustic treehouse and natural playground.
Kaiwaka Markets
Held on the second Sunday of every month at the Kaiwaka hall, you can score yourself some new and second-hand clothing, crafts, books, jewellery, art, plants, produce, and more.
Mangawhai Markets
Locally produced award-winning olive oils, wines and coffee, fresh bread, pickles, chutneys, fresh produce, fish, candy, cakes cheese, clothes, jewellery and art are all on display. A visit to these markets is a friendly, social way to pass some time on a sunny Saturday morning while picking up all your vital supplies. Held at the Mangawhai Village hall every Saturday from 9.00 a.m.
Puhoi Market
Rain or shine, on the last Sunday of every month is the Puhoi Village Market @ The Pub The small, quirky, friendly Puhoi Village Market is open between 9.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. You can expect to find fresh local fruit and vegetables, eggs, coffee roasted in Puhoi, fresh juices, breads, chutneys and sauces, cakes and sweet treats, delicious vegan and gluten-free foods and a variety of flower, native and vegetable plants for the garden.