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Northlands Locally made Products reflect the history and cultural richness of this area.Visitors should look for beautiful products made from ancient Kauri wood, flax and wool, carved bone and jade, locally fired ceramics and pottery, gourmet foodstuffs and jewellery.
Private studios and galleries are scattered around Northland and other interesting purchases can be made in craft and gift shops.
Roadside stalls also abound - visitors should look for homemade preserves and fresh produce. Whangarei is the main centre for Northland. It has a variety of shops, supermarkets, banks and a selection of national chainstores.The Town Basin is well known for its locally made arts and crafts - the restaurants are great too.
Dining
Fish and chips alfresco on the beach, lunch at a casual cafe overlooking the ocean or fine dining by candlelight - whatever the choice, a visitor's culinary experiences in Northland will be memorable for all the right reasons. Food in Northland often reflects the lushness of the sub-tropical landscape. Visitors can enjoy seafood from the region's abundant waters and quality local produce.
Well known chefs have created inspirational menus that are complemented by the dining environment, be it on a boat, in a vineyard or beside the sea. Northland specialties include hand made chocolates, Northland pressed olive and avocado oils, locally produced wines, oysters fresh from the sea, award winning cheeses, fresh citrus fruit, macadamia nuts, and delicious local ice cream.