Boutique-style shopping in the stunning garden setting of the Hideaway 201 is what the popular Southern Artisan Christmas Fête is all about.

‘Come and make a day of it’ says event organiser Jane Gilchrist - ‘there will be an amazing array of quality artisan stallholders in a fabulous garden setting so it’s a fantastic day out’.

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This year marks the 16th anniversary of the annual fete, an event which attracts visitors from far and wide each year.

Mrs Gilchrist said shoppers told her what they enjoyed most about the event was the great atmosphere within the garden, exciting new stalls, supporting local businesses, the opportunity to spend time with friends and to find something different for Christmas presents.

There will be more than 160 gorgeous stallholders at the Southern Artisan Christmas Fete this year, including 20 new exhibitors showcasing womens and childrens clothing & accessories, art, jewellery, home accessories & decor, skincare, plants and garden furniture and more.

There will also be a selection of food stalls selling tasty morsels to eat on the day, such as burgers, paella, cupcakes, steamed buns & dumplings, butter chicken, woodfired pizza, fried chicken skewers, Hungarian fried bread with delicious toppings, and cakes, slices and truffles along with Pimms, local gin and whiskey, port, coffee, smoothies & iced tea.

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Stallholders will also be able to buy gourmet food treats to take home such as pesto, biltong, pickles, honey, whiskey, seasonings & rubs, cheese, chocolate, muesli and fresh flowers.

The Hideaway restaurant and bar will be open on-site for lunch, cocktails and coffee.

While shopping or indulging in some tasty treats, visitors will be able to enjoy listening to live music provided by Little Egypt so come along and soak it all in!

Breastfeeding Support Southland will have a mothers' tent available for changing and feeding little ones or as a place to have a bit of down time on a busy day.

The Southern Artisan Christmas Fete supports Southland community group fundraising efforts each year.

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This year the fete is supporting the Winton Lions Club, Hospice Southland and Ronald McDonald House South Island.

With boutique, NZ made quality gifts, live music, and delicious artisan food all set in the heart of rural Southland, the Southern Artisan Christmas Fete is the perfect way start to your Christmas shopping or just enjoy a day out in the country.

Southern Artisan Christmas Fête, The Hideaway 201, Saturday, November 23rd 2024, 10am-4pm.

• $50 pre-purchased gourmet lunch box tickets with a glass of bubbles or $20 gate entry on the day, cash only.
• www.southernfete.co.nz
• Contact Jane at [email protected] or 021 355850