Golden Bay

A well-established New Zealand potter, Sue’s work has been widely shown in galleries throughout the country. The move to Collingwood has been a delight. “I love being near the coast with all the inspiration it brings” she says. “The natural environment really inspires me with its range of moods, shapes and forms. I thought it might have been a bit quieter here than at my previous gallery in Wellington, but I have been as busy as ever.”

Working mainly with porcelain clay, Sue favours making pots on the wheel. “I love experimenting with forms and glazes and make a wide range of domestic ware as well as my popular wall-mounted seabirds,” says Sue. “People can try before they buy,” laughs Jon, as the café’s customers experience the delight of eating from her ceramic tableware.

Challenging traditional values, Dada Manifestó Speakeasy Lounge and Restaurant provides the perfect place to relax and share a plate of outstanding food with friends. Oozing coolness, local legend Holly Osmond and her partner Chris Guerrero have created a destination for locals and visitors alike within their relaxed lounge-style setting. Amongst the deluxe décor, you will find plenty of conversation starters.

Retro and vintage pieces sit seamlessly next to exceptionally quirky and inspiring artworks including Salvador Dali, and nods to one of the founding fathers of the Dada movement from poet

Tristan Tzara, alongside tropicana-themed wallpaper and the tropical, vintage tiki-themed side dining room, handy for private functions, complete with bespoke water fountain. Dinner-jazz type music complements the gastronomic local fare consisting of vibrant salads and sides, braised wagyu, local artisan burrata, ceviche, locally speared fish and lamb skewers. With delicious cocktails and food to feast the senses, Dada Manifestó is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 3pm till late, Saturday and Sundays 11am till late.

Call into Dada Manifestó Speakeasy Lounge and Restaurant at 90 Commercial St, Tākaka, and enjoy relaxed dining with sophistication. For bookings: use the portal at dadamanifesto.co.nz.

Beautiful lodges, baches, camping grounds, motels and boutique accommodations are scattered throughout the region offering much-needed respite from a weekend of exploration, while delicious hearty food awaits at any of the local dining destinations. Golden Bay guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to local galleries, jewellers and artistic creations, as the vibrant region plays host to a diverse community of artists and artisans who call Golden Bay home. Nestled in its own private little corner of the world, Golden Bay is a special place which has a knack for working its way into your heart when you visit, calling for you, and leaving you wanting more as soon as you depart.