Palliser Kitchen by Norka
Local. Seasonal. Artisanal. Fine-dining meets laid-back vineyard lunch.
The Palliser Kitchen is led by award-winning Executive ChefNorka Mella Munoz, whose talent, vision, and menu have earned Palliser recognition with a prestigiousCuisineHat in 2025.
Nestled among our organic vineyards in the heart of Martinborough, Wairarapa, the Palliser Kitchen celebrates local, seasonal and artisanal ingredients, crafted into dishes that pair beautifully with Palliser’s world-class wines.
Blending Norka’s Chilean heritage with New Zealand influences, the Palliser Kitchen offers a refined yet relaxed vineyard dining experience — where every plate reflects sustainability, creativity, and the character of our land.
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Palliser Kitchen Autumn Menu
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appetisers + plates to share
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OYSTERS$36 ½ doz | $68 1 doz
chimichurri + natural(GF/DF)
wine suggestion: The ‘Griffin’ Methode Traditionnelle
BREAD$18
Lot8 olive oil + dukkha (V) (can be GF)
wine suggestion: Enjoy with your favourite glass of Palliser Wine!
SOPAIPILLAS$17
pumpkin pastry + pebre (VG)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
MUSHROOM TERRINE$23
mushroom medley + lavosh crackers (VG)(can be GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Rosé
IKA MATA$28
marinated raw fish + coconut cream + tomato + cucumber + red onion + coriander (GF/DF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Riesling
CUREDÅŒRA KING SALMON$28
ajo blanco + chive oil + grapes (GF/DF/CONTAINS NUTS)
wine suggestion: The ‘Griffin’ Methode Tradionnelle
CHUPE DE PAUA$32
herbs + parmesan breadcrumb crust
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Single Vineyard ‘Om Santi’ Chardonnay
LENTIL SALAD$22
seasonal leaves + red onion + lemon dressing (VG/GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
BURRATA$27
elaiasalata + pickled grapes + toasted seeds (V/GF)
wine suggestion: The ‘Rose’ Methode Tradionnelle
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large plates
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LINE CAUGHT MARKET FISH$44
sauce vierge + fennel + white bean puree + tomato (GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Chardonnay
ROAST PUMPKIN$35
harissa + seed brittle + pickled onion (VG/GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Gris
SLOW COOK BEEF SHORTRIB$79 (to share)
roast artichoke + onion jus (GF)
wine suggestion: Palliser Single Vineyard ‘Hua Nui’ Pinot Noir
LAMB RACK$49
caponata + hummus + jus (GF/DF/CONTAINS NUTS)
wine suggestion: Palliser Estate Pinot Noir
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sides
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POTATO ANNA$17
confit garlic + parmesan (V/GF, not suitable for coeliac)
CHARRED BRUSSELS SPROUTS$16
romesco + herbs (VG/GF)
ROASTED BEETROOTS$16
whipped feta + caramelised walnuts + tamarillo dressing (V/GF, contains nuts)
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desserts
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LECHE FLAN$18
strawberry gelato + sugar tuille (GFO)
POACHED PEAR & RHUBARB CRUMBLE$18
coconut cream (VG)
CARAMALISEDWHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE$19
persimmon + pistachio crumb + brandy snap (contains nuts)
CHEESE FOR TWO$42
red wine gel + crackers + fresh fruit (V/GFO)
wine suggestion: enjoy with your favourite Palliser wine!
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we also have a children's menu, and set menus for larger group bookings
*please note* our menu is seasonal and subject to change depending on the availability of local produce. Online menu is indicative. Please advise when booking of any dietary requirements, as most dishes can be adapted.
