Chris Scott is the executive chef at Sherwood, one of Queenstown’s best hotels.

South Island

"We are very much known for our pinot noir here. There are some great producers, and food producers as well starting to come through. Mt Edward - who we have a lot to do with at Sherwood, and Peregrine Winery out in Gibbston Valley do a great job."

Mount Edward Winery

"As far as dining experiences go, it would have to be Amisfield. Not only because of its iconic architectural building and where it’s situated, it’s just a great place for lunch and there’s some pretty iconic New Zealand food going on there as well."

Amisfield Restaurant and Cellar Door

"The Farmers Market is really starting to boost now. Over the years it’s built up into something that's worth a visit when you’re in Queenstown on a Saturday."

Remarkables Market

"Glenorchy has an experience business where they get you out in a chopper doing overnight stays and that sort of thing, and it’s geared towards families, so that’s worth a look."

The Great Glenorchy Base Camp

"These amazing landscapes just draw you in. The sheer scale and beauty of the works by Stephan Romer have always stopped me in my tracks. Familiar places that I have been and others that I would love to visit are all captured with such depth — it’s like you’re there yourself."

Romer Gallery