Pukekohe on a Platter

Eat like a local

to be in to win.

Taste.Vote.Win.

• Taste.Vote.Win. •

This September, we’re shining a spotlight on Pukekohe’s incredible hospitality scene with Pukekohe on a Platter – a month-long celebration of local flavour.

Eat, sip and party your way through the signature dishes, coffees, cocktails and events below. Don’t forget to come back and vote for your favourites to be in to win!

Shaken and Stirred

The Plank

Pink Gin infused berries, lime & raspberry vodka with a splash of soda. Inspired by the late Graeme “Plank” Sherwin

The Monarch
The Appetite

Vodka, Pineapple and Cranberry topped with syrup and Lychee

Appetite
Money Shot

A smooth, creamy gingerbread + banana-infused vodka cocktail shot

Little Ed
Blueberry Twist

Citrus vodka, blueberry and lime, topped up with soda

Jessica's Restaurant
Mango Aperol Sour

A bitter-sweet mix of aperol, vodka, mango, citrus and egg white

Blue Ox Babe
Passionfruit Martini

Vodka, Passionfruit, Raspberry

Franklins bar & eatery
Overload Mojito

White Rum, Mint syrup, mixed Berries & Soda water

Ed Street
SuMei

Roku gin, Pineapple, Chilli, Lychee, Cucumber

SuMei
Jameson & Thyme Whiskey Sour

A smooth blend of Jameson Whiskey, Thyme and Sour

Seddon 64
Flirtini

Peach Schnapps, Elderflower, Fresh Lime Juice and Egg White topped with Dianthus flowers

The Good Home

Caffeine Fix

Tiramisu Coffee

Induldge in smooth espresso, creamy milk, a hint of cocoa, and a whisper of mascarpone sweetness - Iced or Hot!

Town Mouse
Choc Brownie Dalgona Coffee

Creamy, frothy, and indulgently chocolatey

C3 factory
Honey Float

A dreamy blend of rich espresso and honey infused milk, whipped to perfection.

Your Local Coffee Roasters
Cinna Crush

A smooth double shot of espresso poured over ice, topped with silky vanilla cold milk foam and finished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Yakety Yak
Mul-Hana

Coffee meets Mulled “wine” in this combo of Kokako Mahana blend espresso with spiced orange & pomegranate syrup.

The Daily Goods
Biscoff Latte

Smooth espresso meets sweet, spiced Biscoff for a cozy, indulgent treat

Columbus Coffee inside mitre 10 mega
Turkish Coffee

Rich, aromatic, and strong

PAASHA Turksish cafe
Layered Strawberry or Banana De Latte

A dreamy blend of velvety milk, rich espresso, and a sweet strawberry or banana infusion

Nikki's Cuppa 'N Cake

WHAT’S ON THE MENU?

Swipe to explore the signature dishes created by participating eateries. Each dish utilises fresh, local ingredients from fantastic Franklin-based growers and suppliers.

Bubble & Squeak

A delicious combination of fried potato, onion, bacon and ham, topped with poached egg, spicy sriracha mayo and microgreens. Ingredients from The Fresh Grower, Pokeno Bacon and Sunset Free Range Poultry.

Town mouse
Scotch Fillet

300gm scotch fillet with pink peppercorn sauce, crispy prosciutto, onion rings, truffle parmesan fries & seasonal veg. Made with Balle Bros Potatoes, Mercer Mushrooms, Raymond Jivan Onions.

The Monarch
Franklin Seoul

Korean braised Beef, Kimchi, Mozzarella, Coriander & Sesame Mayo Sourdough toastie. Made with ingredients from Black Pond, the Wild Fermentary and the Fresh Grower.

The Daily Goods
Vietnamese Pork Hock

Boneless Vietnamese braised Pork hock, deep fried for a crispy finish, served with an Asian slaw and green chilli dressing. Ingredients from Pokeno Bacon and Blooming Hill, Pukekohe.

Blue Ox Babe
Zesty Pan Fried Snapper

Served with Romesco sauce, herb and cheese croquettes, honey glazed Brocollini and Chardonnay sauce. Ingredients from the Fresh Grower.

C3 Factory
Lamb Shank

Slow cooked Lamb shank, served with potato mash, green peas and onion gravy. Ingredients from Balle Bros and Franklin Country Meats.

Jessica's Restaurant
Creamy Potato and Bacon Sensation

Made with thinly sliced potatoes, baked to perfection in a creamy béchamel sauce. Topped with crispy pan-fried bacon landons and nestled in our handmade signature flaky danish pastry. Ingredients from Green Valley Dairy, CHOP butcher and Wilcox.

Your Local Bakery
Baked Apple Tart

Baked apple tart filled with vanilla creme, apple and cinnamon compote, served with fig and honey ice cream and candied almonds

Appetite
Chef's Special for Two

Mixed meat, Shish Kebab, freshly baked Turkish bread and salad with hummus chacik. Ingredients from the Fresh Grower and Franklin Country Meats.

Paasha
Thai Beef Salad

Juicy, tender beef meets crisp greens and crunchy fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty dressing and topped with sesame seeds. Ingredients from the Fresh Grower and Franklin Country Meats.

Caterpillar Cafe
The Pukekohe Pizza

Golden potato slices, caramelized onions, blue cheese and smoky beef sausage. Ingredients from Wilcox and Franklin Country Meats.

Pizzata
Wild Mushroom Risotto

Creamy wild mushroom risotto, Truffle Oil, Parmesan. Ingredients from Balle Bros, Mercer Mushrooms and Pukekohe-grown garlic.

Ed Street
Tortelloni

A mouth-watering fusion of Tortelloni pasta, Chicken, Pumpkin, Sage and Panchetta. Topped with fresh Spinach, and Mozarella. Ingredients from Clevedon Buffalo Co, The Fresh Grower and Buckland.

Seddon 64
Tomahawk Steak

With Jameson Black Barrell infused Peppercorn Mushroom sauce. Ingredients from Franklin Country Meats.

Little Ed
Mongolian Lamb Hawker Roll

Braised lamb, orange hoisin, nam jam herb salad, crispy roti. Ingredients from Franklin Country Meats and The Fresh Grower

SuMei
Pan Seared Market Fish

Crispy skinned fish, warm spring salad of Pukekohe vegetables, purple kumara, red wine pomegranate dressing. Ingredients from the Fresh Grower.

Franklins Bar and Eatery
A Taste of The Good Home Pukekohe

A delicious selection of Crispy Fried Chicken, Sashimi style Crudo, Marinated raw Snapper, Potato Gratin, Pork Belly Bites, Hickory glazed Chicken drumsticks, Coconut Guacamole Whip and Fried Bread.

The Good Home