‘Kai Waho’ means outdoor cuisine, and when combined with Poronui’s native surroundings, it’s the complete Māori outdoor experience. This is a real opportunity to learn about the indigenous New Zealand Māori. How they existed, how they kept their culture and traditions alive for centuries, and how they gathered, stored, and cooked food.

Tom Loughlin, tangata whenua (person of the land), is not only passionate about his culture but is also a professional chef and expert hunter/gatherer. Tom uses traditional Māori gathering techniques and cooking methods to create a magnificent hāngī feast, while sharing his knowledge and stories.