🍽️ Blenheim & Picton Food Guide – A Self-Drive Culinary Adventure

📍 Trip Route: Blenheim → Picton → Return 🌅 Picton Eats ✅ Dinner at Oxley Bar 🍽️ • Must-Order: ◦ Mussel Curry ($16 NZD) – Creamy with a spicy kick. ◦ King Salmon ($34 NZD) – Perfectly seared. ◦ Fish & Chips – Classic but flawless. ✅ Breakfast & Snacks • Picton Village Bakery: Award-winning pies and tarts (try the steak & cheese!). • Toastie: Kimchi grilled cheese ($10-14 NZD) – Hungarian-approved! • Indulge Ice Cream: Boysenberry in a nutty waffle cone – creamy heaven. 🍷 Blenheim Bites ✅ Asian Cravings? • Noodle Corner: ◦ Pad Thai (19.50) & BBQ Pork Noodles (18) – authentic and satisfying. ✅ Beer & Bites • Dodson Street Beer Garden: ◦ Beer Platter + Pizza ($28 NZD) – Sample 5 craft brews. ✅ Winery Lunch • Wairau River: ◦ Mussel Chowder + Sauvignon Blanc – Get 20% off wine with your meal. ✅ Mussel Feast • The Mussel Pots: ◦ 2-Person Platter ($55 NZD) – Steamed, smoked, grilled mussels. 🚫 Closed But Highly Rated (Save for Next Time!) 1️⃣ Eat Thai – Rave reviews but temporarily closed. 2️⃣ Little Amigo – Mexican flavors, check reopening dates. 💡 Pro Tips 🍺 Beer Lovers: Dodson Street’s local brews are a must-try. 🍷 Wine Discount: Dine at Wairau River for cheaper bottles. 📅 Check Hours: Some spots close early (especially bakeries). “From seafood feasts to kimchi toasties—Marlborough serves more than just wine!” 🥂✨ #NZFoodie #MarlboroughEats #RoadTripEats