Wairoa

Food in Wairoa is mostly good, as it reaps the quality benefits of being near the East Cape.

Oslers bakery is consistently exceptional. On average it has the best pies a meat filling packed inside pastry available anywhere in New Zealand. A must stop. Last count they had about 56 pie awards. Many diverse flavours such as 'Boil up' reflecting the local culture, 'Ostrich' and 'Cock' trust them, they are the experts. It can be found on the marine parade, just down from the Westpac bank.

Go to Tickled Pink Cafe for a yum feed!