Matakana's hidden gems

Lauraine Jacobs is a well-known food personality who spends weekends and holiday in the lovely Matakana Region, an easy hour’s drive from Auckland’s downtown area. She loves to eat out, appreciates fine wine and although a former beach bunny she can be found in her leisure time at her Omaha beach retreat playing golf on the fine local course or feasting on the fresh treats from the plethora of farmstands near the beach.