03 May 2011

How to guide towards Warkworth


B y: Sulaiman Purba
  
Warkworth is a historic region that maintains its state until now. Warkworth Museum consists of the richest historical evidence of New Zealand colonial history. Nearby, there are two magnificent Kauri trees - historically known as the "king of the jungle" - regarded as the largest tree seen on the east coast of North Island. After a visit to the souvenir shop, try nearby bushwalk and have a picnic with your family and your friends.
Matakana Warkworth Auckland district contained a region blessed with beautiful beaches, lush countryside, boutique wineries, market gardens, bustling cafes and fine-dining restaurant.
Matakana Village is a central area with a mix of original, renovated city buildings and developed new Matakana Village Complex.

Every Saturday, Matakana Village Farmers Market swings into life. The place for serious foodies, enjoy hot chocolate spiced while browsing through stalls filled with fresh organic vegetables, free-range eggs, toast the new, homemade sausage and locally produced meats, relishes and cheese.
A wander around the village warkworth will uncover the world of culinary pleasures. Patisseries Matakana is a much loved local haunt and famous for its pies, bakers, French pastries and 'melt in your mouth' chocolate éclairs. For the best coffee and muffins made ​​in the city, stop by the Black Dog Café. Blue, Matakana organic ice cream cafe, a mouth watering ice creams, sorbets and smoothies. An ice cream cone their signature blueberry-organic is a must.
Drinking tea in the morning or afternoon at Brook view Teahouse wonderful experience enjoyable for sandwiches, small cakes, tarts and cakes. In Vintry, enjoy wine in this region without driving to the wineries. Tucked away by the Cinema Matakana, which Vintry offer local Matakana wines by the glass or bottle.

Matakana is also the home of internationally known Morris and James Pottery and Tile Works. Beautiful handmade terracotta pots and glass, tiles, plaques and wall art, pottery tourist-free and, COSI their licensed cafe and bar on the page among the many reasons to visit. And if you visit warkworth with children, there are Matakana Country Park, an agricultural and equestrian park featuring a playground, a zoo, horseback riding and miniature train rides.
With more than 20 boutique vineyards, it's no wonder Matakana has earned a reputation for world-class wines and sensational food.