Autumn Grazing with the Best of New Zealand Produce

Autumn in Aotearoa brings crisp mornings, rich colours, and a shift in seasonal produce. It’s the perfect time to build a grazing table that highlights fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

At Platter, we focus on quality, simplicity, and flavour - no unnecessary extras, just good food that speaks for itself. We prepare, you share. Here’s how to create an autumn grazing table that’s both satisfying and seasonal. 

The Best New Zealand Ingredients for an Autumn Grazing Table

 Local Artisan Cheeses

• Kapiti Kikorangi Blue – bold and creamy

• Whitestone Windsor Blue – sharp and crumbly

• Over the Moon Triple Cream Brie – rich and buttery

• Cartwheel Creamery Smoked Gouda – lightly smoked and nutty

• Mount Eliza Aged Cheddar – deep, full flavour

 Autumn Fruits & Nuts

• Hawke’s Bay apples – crisp and tart

• Beurre Bosc pears – firm and perfect for poaching

• Feijoas – classic autumn flavour, slightly tangy

• Central Otago grapes – juicy and sweet

• Nelson hazelnuts & Marlborough almonds – ideal for crunch

 Locally Sourced Meats & Seafood

• Manuka-smoked venison salami – earthy, smoky

• Wild pork prosciutto – salty, delicate

• Akaroa hot-smoked salmon – rich and flaky

• Southland lamb koftas – spiced and satisfying

 NZ Artisan Breads & Crackers

• Volare kumara bread – slightly sweet, pairs well with soft cheese

• Aroha Bakeries seeded sourdough – dense, chewy

• Harbourside oat crackers – sturdy for layering flavours

 Warm Bites & Savoury Additions

• Baked brie with Manuka honey & walnuts

• Mini kumara & feta bites

• Hot smoked mussels in garlic butter

• Pumpkin seeds roasted with sea salt

 Sweet & Condiments

• Manuka honeycomb – pairs well with blue cheese

• Whittaker’s dark chocolate – simple, effective addition

• Fig & kawakawa chutney – aromatic, slightly peppery