'Buko': Pop Up Restaurant
Why Buko?
'Buko' means young coconut in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines. As a young child, Mordido was likened to the coconut for having three crowns on his head, similar to that of the Buko's three dots. Just as the Buko, he was headstrong and very stubborn. Today, this stubbornness translates into his persistence to defy the status quo and to constantly innovate and re-imagine Filipino cuisine.
Newmarket, Auckland | Feb '21
Hosted by EVENT Cinemas, Westfield Newmarket
Sat 13th Feb 6:00 PM | Sun 14th Feb 12:00 PM - Westfield Newmarket, Level 4/309 Broadway Newmarket, Auckland
Award-winning chef, Will Mordido and his team Buko will be creating a special Four course degustation menu, each dish paired with a different wine from Yealands Estate, before journeying into EVENT | Boutique , New Zealand’s ‘Most Instagrammable’ cinema featuring two spacious and stylish boutique auditoriums (The Library and The Gallery) to enjoy a timeless film screening.
Entry by bookings only. Tickets are strictly limited.
Click HERE to book.
Wellington Central, Wellington | Oct '20
The Four Elements Dessert Degustation
Hosted by Miele Experience Centre
Friday 23rd / Saturday 24th / Sunday 25th @ 183 Featherston Street, Wellington Central, Wellington
Entry by bookings only. Tickets are strictly limited.
Click HERE to book.
Freemans Bay, Auckland | Feb '20
Valentine's Dessert Degustation
Hosted by Miele Experience Centre
Friday 14th February @ 8 College Hill, Freemans Bay
Set within the beautiful Miele Experience Centre, come and enjoy four carefully crafted desserts, each matched with an organic tea by Noble and Savage.
As always, guests won't leave empty handed with a gift bag and a generous heart knowing that 10% of the profits made will be donated to the Women's Refuge.
- 7:30pm to 7:55pm Complimentary canapes and a glass of Hãhã Rosé , explore Miele Experience Centre.
- 8:00pm Dessert degustation begins
Entry by bookings only. Tickets are strictly limited.
Click HERE to book.
Mt Albert, Auckland | May '19
Buko: Mother's Day High Tea
Hosted by Alberton Heritage House
Sunday 12th May @ 100 Mt Albert Road, Mt Albert
Buko : Mother's Day High Tea offers you a unique high tea delectable, with a modern take on the traditional selection of English sweet and savoury options, complete with sparkling Rose on arrival and accompanied by Noble and Savage Organic Tea Range.
Tour the history rich heritage house that is Alberton and finish the day with gifts from our generous sponsors
Two Sessions:
In Support of the Women's Refuge, a percentage of the profits will be donated to the organisation to support the work they do in our communities.
To purchase your tickets, click here
Newmarket, Auckland | February '19
Buko Valentine's Degustation
Hosted by Kitchen Things Luxury Collection
Saturday 16th February @ 26 Morrow St, New Market
Bring the love of your life to this one night only event and indulge in 4 beautifully crafted desserts inspired by the Whittaker's Artisan and Destinations Range Chocolates, each carefully matched with Noble and Savage Organic Teas.
In Support of the Women's Refuge, a percentage of the profits will be donated to the organisation.
7:30pm to 7:55pm Complimentary Canapes and a glass of Ayala Champagne, explore Kitchen Things Luxury.
8:00pm to 10:30pm Dessert degustation begins.
To purchase your tickets, click here
Newmarket, Auckland | Dec '18
Buko x Taste of a Traveller
Hosted by Kitchen Things Luxury Collection
Saturday 15th December 7pm @ 26 Morrow St, Newmarket
Buko is teaming up with NZ's Original MasterChef, Brett McGregor to bring you a South Pacific culinary experience with a 4 course tasting menu, including a choice of Mills Reef Wines or Noble and Savage Tea pairings.
In support of the Women's Refuge , not only will a portion of the ticket sales go towards the amazing work they do, but we are also inviting guests to bring a gift to place under the Christmas tree to be donated to the organisation.
Strictly limited spaces, to make your reservation Book Here
If you are unable to attend but would still like to make a contribution, please follow this link
Mt. Eden, Auckland | Oct '18
Buko for Lifeline
Hosted by The Restaurant Association of NZ
Sunday 28th Oct 7pm @ 45 Normanby Road, Mt Eden, Auckland
4 course fundraiser with matched Noble and Savage Tea pairings.
100% of the proceeds will benefit Lifeline as made possible through the generosity of our sponsors Restaurant Association, Noble and Savage, Whittaker’s, Chevalier Produce, Ora King Salmon, Fresh As , Alliance Farmers Produce, ANZCO, Kaipara Kumara, Goodman Fielder, Insphire and a volunteer team of chefs and front of house.
To make your reservation Book Here
If you are unable to attend but would still like to make a contribution, please follow this link
Newmarket, Auckland | Oct '18
Whittaker's Buko Degustation
Hosted by Kitchen Things Luxury Collection
Saturday 6th Oct @ 26 Morrow St, Newmarket
After successful pop-up events in Melbourne, Fiji and around Auckland, Buko returns for yet another degustation event, this time in Newmarket’s brand new Kitchen Things Luxury Collection showroom.
In celebration of NZ Chocolate Week, Buko is presenting a four course dessert menu, partnering with Whittaker’s Chocolate and the Fresh As° Freeze Dried Range to bring their creations inspired by Willy Wonka and his Chocolate Factory to life. To top it off, each course is carefully matched with Noble & Savage’s Organic Tea Range.
This is a great chance to socialise and be surrounded by premier kitchens. Choose either the ASKO, SMEG or BOSCH kitchen seatings and see them in live action. There's also the Wonka Tables, great way to interact with others in these larger communal tables.
Indulge in this one night only event then finish the night off with an exclusive gift pack from our generous sponsors.
7:30pm to 7:55pm Canapes and explore Kitchen Things Luxury.
8:00pm to 10:30pm Dessert degustation begins.
Please note: Limited tickets available. This is a banquet style event lead by our chef hosts for the evening, we appreciate you to be timely seated by 8pm
Ponsonby, Auckland | August '18
Buko at Gypsy Caravan
Hosted by Gypsy Caravan
Saturday 25th August @ Lot 3, 130 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, New Zealand 1011
6 course degustation with matched Noble and Savage Mocktail Tea pairings , featuring Fresh As ingredients and San Pellegrino Sparking Fruit Juices
Gypsy Caravan is collaborating with Buko, a pop-up restaurant lead by founder and chef, William Mordido. This is a one night only pop up and will book up fast so be sure to get in quick!
To make purchase tickets email hello@gypsycaravan.co.nz or phone 09 360 4075
Eden Terrace, Auckland | June '18
Buko at Kai Pasifika
Hosted by Kai Pasifika
Saturday 23rd June @ 3 Mt Eden Road, Auckland
Event: 5:30pm or 7:30pm
5 course dessert degustation with matched Noble and Savage Tea, featuring Fresh As ingredients and San Pellegrino Sparking Water
Kai Pasifika is collaborating with Buko, a pop-up restaurant lead by founder and chef, William Mordido. The menu will be an exchange of cultures with courses paired with Noble & Savage teas. There are two sittings for the evening, the first at 5.30pm then 7.30pm. This is a one night only pop up and will book up fast so be sure to get in quick!
Alberton, Auckland | Feb '18
Buko In Wonderland
Hosted by Alberton
Wednesday 14th February @ 100 Mt Albert St
Event: 7.30pm- 8:00pm Canapes
One night only 4 course dessert degustation matched with Noble and Savage Tea. Treat the love of your life or your friends and family to this Valentines event not to be missed. Courtesy of Heritage NZ, enjoy a tour of the Historic house before indulging in our Alice in Wonderland inspired menu
Let team Buko take you on a journey down the rabbit hole, book your seat today…
Malamala, Fiji | Jan'18
Buko Lunch Degustation
Hosted by Malamala Beach Club
Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th @ Malamala Beach Club
Event starts 12.30pm
5 courses with matched Noble and Savage Tea
A unique exchange of cultures, a 3 day pop-up Lunch degustation for guests of the worlds first beach club in collaboration with Chef Lance Seeto . Celebrating Fijian produce and combining modern and ancient cooking techniques, an event not to be missed
Click here to read all about the amazing event
Auckland, New Zealand | Nov '17
Buko Dessert Degustation
Hosted by Cafe Holm
Saturday 25th November
295 K'Road, Auckland, 1010
4 courses with matched Noble and Savage Teas
Event starts at 7.30pm
Tickets must be pre-purchased. For more information and to make a reservation,
Click here
Melbourne, Australia | Oct '17
Buko's First Pop-Up
Hosted by Private Dining Room
Wednesday 25th October
Ellis St Studio
South Yarra, 3141
6 courses with matched beverages
Dinner starts at 7pm
For more information and to make a reservation, Click here
What and Where is Buko?
Buko is a pop-up restaurant, we do not have a fixed premises. It is our goal to take a small team of chefs lead by Mordido to showcase our food in existing establishments around Auckland, New Zealand, and eventually, the world. Our menus will utilise the very best of what the area has to offer, paying respects to traditional and modern techniques and flavour combinations, with a special nod to Mordido's upbringing and ongoing inspirations.
