The one restaurant From wild-shot venison carpaccio to lamb backstrap to the best French onion soup this side of the Champs Elysees, Bistro Gentil brings a gallic touch to the fresh seasonal produce of Central Otago. Alongside the French hit parade – aged beef with dauphine potatoes and café de Paris butter, duck confit and pommes frites, crème brulee, pongy cheeses – you'll also get to taste some of the lovely pinot noirs and chardonnays of the Central Otago wine region. See bistrogentil.co.nz The one winery Dipping down to wet its feet in the waters of Lake Wānaka with the peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park on the far side, Rippon is one of the prettiest vineyards you'll ever see. The creation of Rolfe and Lois Mills, who pioneered the viticulture industry in Central Otago, the vineyard is now farmed by their son, Nick, according to biodynamic principles. Pinot Noir, Gamay, Riesling and Gewurztraminer are the standouts, and tastings are free. See rippon.co.nz