Artisan markets & specialty foods

Cook's Corner, Nelson

Discover artisan markets in Nelson Tasman

People with a love of making things find their way to our region, and we all benefit from their passion. Moutere Valley, Golden Bay, Mapua, and Nelson City are just some of the places where you can try, buy, and send home some of our delicious artisan products.

Olive oils, cheeses, rich and flavoursome wines, craft beers and ciders, gourmet mushrooms, local conserves, honey, berries, and world-famous peanut butter are some of our local producers' diverse and delicious offerings.

Explore our local markets & artisan shops

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Pic's Peanut Butter World

A tour of Pic's Peanut Butter World will be a highlight of your visit to Nelson. See the world's biggest jar of peanut butter, then join a group of peanut butter enthusiasts keen to see, hear, smell & taste all things peanut butter.

Silver Partner

TOAD Hall Café & Store

Located in Motueka, TOAD Hall is a popular café known for its fresh, locally sourced food, delicious coffee, and cozy garden area. It's a favourite spot for both locals and visitors to relax and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere.

Bronze Partner

Connings Food Market

Connings Food Market is a family-owned grocery store near Richmond and Nelson, growing much of its own fresh produce right on the family farm. Plus a full range of grocery essentials and a café serving up the best of the season.

Motueka Sunday Market

The Motueka Sunday Market is a must-visit for a relaxed morning filled with local charm.

The Old Post Office Country Store

A much-loved Upper Moutere local, The Old Post Office Country Store brings together great coffee, local flavours, handmade preserves, art and beautiful jewellery, all under one historic roof.

Hop Federation Taproom & Store

Located next to the iconic Riwaka Hotel, our taproom is still in the middle of hop-growing country. It is down the road from the Abel Tasman National Park and a quick pedal away from some epic mountain biking trails. It's also just a one-minute detour from the Great Taste Cycle Trail.