🥧 The Burleigh Gourmet Pies – A Must-Try Pie Haven in Picton
📍 Location: Near Picton Wharf, New Zealand (just a 5-minute walk from the ferry) ⏰ Opening Hours: • Tuesday to Friday: 7:30 AM – 3 PM • Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM • Closed: Sunday & Monday 🌟 Why It’s a Local Favorite ✅ Authentic NZ Pies: • Freshly baked daily with flaky, golden crusts and generous fillings. • Top Picks: Pork Belly (often sold out!), Steak & Cheese, Butter Chicken. ✅ What to Avoid: • Chicken Leek Mushroom (meh, tastes like frozen food). • Arrive early—popular flavors sell out by 1 PM! ✅ Convenience: • Perfect for ferry passengers needing a quick bite. • Affordable (~$6 NZD per pie)—half the price of onboard food. 💡 Tips 🍽 Ordering Hack: • Ask for the daily special (often a hidden gem!). • Pair with coffee or lemonade to balance the richness. 📸 Photo Spot: • Retro red-and-white awning + harbor-view seating. 🚢 Trip Planning: • Grab a pie before/after exploring Marlborough wineries. “Crumbling into a buttery pie by the South Island ferry—this is how you Kiwi gap year right!” ✨ #NZFoodie #PictonEats #WorkingHoliday