Doing the mahi at Ahi, Ben Bayly and his team continue to excite and satisfy the most discerning palates from around the country and the world. There are few chefs putting this country’s finest ingredients on the table in such an inspirational way. Ben’s He Korero Kai o Aotearoa menu is a masterpiece, a complete commitment to taking diners on a genuine journey of discovery, an exploration of the whanaungatanga (essence) of Kiwi cuisine. Dishes such as artichoke coated in an old Edam custard, red deer and black pudding and ika (fish) with celeriac, mushrooms and scampi are paired with stunning local wines to create an unmatched cohesion – a delightful memory that brings diners back time and again. Ahi is a team effort with Ben and business partners Chris Martin and Lucile Fortuna able to rely completely on a cohort of exceptional talent on the stoves, including executive chef Mike Shatura, and at front of house. Check website for opening hours MAINS: $46 or dégustation $165