Relaxed and modern countryside dining at Camarosa
Step away from the noise of the city and enjoy a relaxed lunch while overlooking picturesque strawberry fields at Camarosa Restaurant, Café and Bar. Located just a five-minute drive from the Hamilton CBD, a trip to Camarosa feels like you’re swapping the noise of the city for the beauty of the countryside, without having to travel too far.
Set on Ruakura Berry Farm in Newstead and showcasing the bold and delectable flavours of the Waikato, Camarosa has become the destination eatery of choice for those who love good food, enjoyed in a great setting – with lashings of atmosphere.
We are a family owned and operated eatery and pride ourselves on using locally sourced produce with exceptional taste, complemented by an impeccable dining service. We specialise in showcasing the bold and delectable flavours of the Waikato region by using local produce in our kitchen.
Camarosa is located at 11 Davison Road, Newstead, Hamilton.
Call (07) 856 0279 email E: info@camarosa.co.nz or visit www.camarosa.co.nz
Opening hours:
Monday – Tuesday, 8am – 4pm Wednesday – Sunday 8am till late.
Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?
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76.3% Inside!
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23.7% On top!
Mr Minit in Chartwell: Be wary
Hi all,
Just sharing my experience. I had the battery for my car key replaced in March 2025 at Mr. Minit in Chartwell. I was given a one‑year warranty, which seemed impressive at the time.
However, the battery stopped working early Mar 26. With the warranty card, I brought the key back to have it checked and replaced. What I didn’t realise was that the battery was *not* actually replaced. He only tested it with a meter. When I asked whether he had replaced the battery, he said “yes,” but that wasn’t true. He then said he had tested the battery level and there was no need to replace it. When I asked to see the meter, it showed the battery was in the green zone which means it was ok.
I was then advised that I might need to replace the entire key unit. I asked whether he had properly troubleshot the issue to confirm it was the battery and not the key itself. His reply was that he normally doesn’t do that, but I was a “special case.” That means, the warranty card was a misrepresentation and there was no real intention of replacing the battery when it was faulty.
After he finally replaced the battery with a new one, my key worked perfectly again.
**Lesson learned:**
Make sure you take a photo of your warranty card. I feel like the warranty is mostly for show — if I had lost it, I would have been charged another $20+ for a battery. Worst still, I would have to pay more to change the key unit unnecessarily.
Make sure you witness that they replace your old battery with a new one if it's still under warranty.
Got more greens than you know what to do with? 🥦🌱🥕
Whether it’s a courgette takeover or a feijoa frenzy, don’t let those garden gems go to waste!
Our suggestion to you: Did you know you can grate and freeze excess courgettes to use in chocolate cake later? It sounds a bit dodgy, but it makes the cake incredibly moist ... and hey, it counts as a serving of veg, right? 🍫
What’s your go-to move for a bumper harvest? Drop your best "glut" recipes or preservation hacks in the comments below! 👇
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