Coastal Club
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Plate of Origin in the Manawatū
The Manawatū is known for its fertile farmland, growing food scene and diverse cultural influences.
Plate of Origin Manawatū brings together the Manawatū’s talented local chefs whilst showcasing the extraordinary culinary talents and flavours of the region. The competition itself aims to highlight regional ingredients, cooking techniques and dishes.
We have loved seeing Coastal Lamb dishes amongst the entries – including our friends at Nero serving the Coastal Lamb rack with a pistachio nut crumb, braised short rib with an orange and tamarind glaze, spiced red cabbage, potato pave, pickled walnut ketchup and mint gels… yum!
And at the Strong Room they have been serving slow cooked Coastal Lamb shoulder, caramelised onion and Cheltenham agria pasties, whipped black truffle cheese, capsicum jam with puff pastry. Well done @chrisactuallycooks!
We are excited to hear the winners, which will be announced at the Plate of Origin Celebration on 19th May 2025. So in the meantime get out and about and vote for your favourite dish – you could even win a $300.00 Air New Zealand Travel Voucher.
Wairarapa Sheep & Beef Farm Business of the Year
Congratulations to Coastal Farmer’s Mitch and Megan Kelly who won the 2025 Wairarapa Sheep & Beef Farm Business of the Year!
Mitch & Megan farm at Wharepapa Station in the South Wairarapa and were acknowledged for their passion for farming, their community involvement and innovation which impressed the judges.
Both Mitch and Megan grew up in town, with Mitch transitioning to shepherding in 2009. From there, alongside wife Megan, they have grown their knowledge and experience through various sheep and beef roles throughout the Wairarapa region.
Mitch, Megan, Patrick & Mia
An opportunity to lease Wharepapa Station came up in 2020, the coastal property Mitch was managing at the time, they jumped. Wharepapa is a 580ha sheep and cattle finishing operation, bounded by the Cook Strait.
A Field Day was hosted on-farm on the 3rd April which gave Mitch and Megan an opportunity to showcase their operation.
We’re less than two weeks away from Easter!
What better way to celebrate Easter than with friends and family enjoying your favourite cut of Coastal Lamb.
Our Coastal Lamb racks cooked to perfection at Jervois Steak House, Auckland
Written by Ruby Redmayne