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TAH's Favourite Things

Our handpicked recommendations for places to eat, things to do, local makers and little gems around Wānaka and beyond.

Eat & Drink

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Things to Do

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Local Makers & Shops

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Wellness

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Hidden Gems

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Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Screenshot 2026-08-19 at 3.07.32 PM.png

Popina is a modern café and evening restaurant built around honest food, genuine hospitality and respect for where good things come from.

 

Their menus take gentle inspiration from the Mediterranean, shaped by local produce, thoughtful technique and a love of food made to be shared. Everything is guided by simplicity, flavour and care.

Image by Hillary Ungson

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