Blenheim, situated in New Zealand's Marlborough Region on the South Island, boasts a lively food and drink scene with a focus on its renowned wine production. The area hosts various events under the banner "Feast," including the New Zealand Cheese Festival and Bayley's Friday Night Feast. The Blenheim Farmer's Market is a popular attraction, offering a wide range of locally sourced produce and ready-to-eat brunch dishes every Sunday morning.
Fish and chips are a local favorite in Blenheim, with establishments like Main Street Fish & Chips and The Codfather serving freshly caught fish. For sit-down dining, options include Dodson Street Beer Garden, Speights Ale House, Goodhome Gastropub, Gramado's Restaurant & Bar, and Seamus' Irish Bar in nearby Picton. Other notable dining spots include The Fancy Cow, offering Italian cuisine alongside local wines and craft beers, and Mills Bay Mussels in Havelock, known for their green-lipped mussels prepared in various ways.
Several wineries in the region feature on-site restaurants with exceptional alfresco dining experiences. These include Wairau River Restaurant, Alan Scott Bistro at Allan Scott Wines, St Clair Vineyard Kitchen, Wither Hills, Jack's Raw Bar at Cloudy Bay, and The Wine Kitchen. The annual Feast Marlborough event in October highlights the area's diverse food and wine offerings through a range of experiences.