Biodynamic & Organic Principals in Action

Our organic culinary gardens is at the heart of our seasonal menu at Craggy Range Restaurant, showcasing the very essence of garden-to-plate cuisine.

The dedicated garden team, led by Head Gardener Jennifer Lyons, works closely with our chefs year-round, carefully planning and curating seasonal plantings to align with the evolving menu. From vibrant rainbow carrots to fragrant herbs and heirloom tomatoes, each ingredient is grown with purpose.

Biodynamics plays an integral role in how we nurture and respect the land. It provides structure and rhythm to the work - guiding planting, preparation, and harvesting with mindfulness and intention.

This holistic approach is supported wholeheartedly by the Peabody family and aligned with our 2030 goal of becoming fully organic across all Craggy Range vineyard estates.

Guided by our commitment to more sustainable practices, our garden team collaborates with the local Biodynamics Association New Zealand, hosting seasonal 'prep-making' events at our Giants Estate in Hawke's Bay.

Led by Head Gardener Jen, these gatherings bring the community together to create seasonal ‘preparations’ throughout the year, which fosters meaningful connection and knowledge-sharing, supporting the wider biodynamics community. The preparations are used across our gardens and vineyards, as well as shared with growers throughout New Zealand.

Looking ahead, Jen’s vision is to increase the garden’s contribution to our menus, continue minimising waste through thoughtful resource use, and pass on these regenerative practices to the next generation.