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Welcome to Taste of New Zealand 2011 Welcome to Taste of New Zealand! This year I am very excited to be part of this great festival – New Zealand’s largest food and wine celebration. Let us take you on a culinary journey where you will get to try delicious kiwi inspired cuisine from some of New Zealand’s best restaurants. Taste festivals now take place in 13 cities around the world and all share a common goal of celebrating the best culinary talent; this year Taste of New Zealand brings this talent to you from all around the country. Join me to taste signature dishes from our leading restaurants, discover gourmet food, wine and other drinks from over 140 artisan producers, meet award-winning local and international star chefs and immerse yourself in the vibrant festival atmosphere and entertainment. Enjoy all that awaits you at Taste of New Zealand. Annabel Langbein – The Free Range Cook

Taste of New Zealand would also like to say a big thank you to all of the contributors and sponsors (See page 36) whose support has made this festival possible. We look forward to a prosperous ongoing relationship!

Contents Crowns............................................... 5 Menus............................................ 6-7 Timetables................................. 9-14 Restaurants & Chefs........... 16-24 Exhibitor Listings................. 26-33 Festival Map........................... 34-35

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MANUKA

GOLD PREMIUM LIQUEUR Manuka Gold – A drink to die for: Truly a liqueur that places New Zealand on the world map, as a country producing top class liqueurs. After extensive research and development a bright new liqueur “Manuka Gold” made from all New Zealand components has taken the world by storm. Embrace the distinct flavours of the Manuka Gold Liqueur in our selection of cocktails, desserts and mains displayed on our website www.manukagoldliqueur.com Celebrity chefs like Peter Thronley and Brian Campbell are very exited about it and say the possibilities with Manuka Gold are endless whereas the mixologist are going wild making various mouth watering cocktails with Manuka Gold.

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crowns Crowns â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The currency of Taste of New Zealand Crowns are the official currency of Taste of New Zealand and are used to buy dishes from the restaurants and drinks from the various vendors. One Crown is worth $1. Please note that restaurants and bars will not accept cash for tasting dishes or for drinks consumed at the event (with the exception of the VIP lounge). However, if you are purchasing products to be enjoyed at home you can use either Crowns or NZ dollars. Where do I get Crowns? Crowns are available for purchase direct from the Taste Bank or watch out for one of our roving Crown Sellers dressed in hot pink. How are Crowns purchased? Crowns are purchased in pouches of $10 or $20. Crowns may be bought with eftpos, credit card or cash. Crowns What if I have left over Crowns? Crowns cannot be redeemed for cash at the end of the event. Should you have any spare Crowns, use these to purchase goods to take home from one of the Exhibitors, pass on to friends who may be taking part in another Taste Session in 2011. A note on Alcohol: Drinks for consumption at the festival are sold by the glass only. Please do not open a bottle of alcohol at the festival as this conflicts with our arrangement with the Auckland District Police. You will be required to leave if found with an open bottle.

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Come and experience a Taste of New Zealand New Zealand has many outstanding restaurants! The following have been personally invited to come and share some of their signature dishes with you at this year’s Taste of New Zealand festival. We hope you enjoy your culinary journey. CROWNS – The Official Currency for Taste of New Zealand. 1 Crown = $1 RESTAURANT The Grove

DISH 1

DISH 2

DISH 3

Half Crayfish Tail with Café de Paris, Butter, lemon & Vivian salad 20 Crowns

Venison steak haché slider, red onion & beetroot marmalade 12 Crowns

Baked Belgian Chocolate, with strawberries and cream 12 Crowns

Cocoro

Southern Glory Oysters, Yuzu Ponzu vinegar, Kabosu citrus foam, Karengo seaweed dust 12 Crowns

Tiger prawn and courgette filo tempura, tartare and Worcestershire sauce, Tonburi and Wasabi Tobiko field and sea caviar 12 Crowns

Charcoal grilled Sumiyaki grain fed Angus beef eye fillet, garlic teriyaki sauce, carrot and Gobo burdock puree 14 Crowns

Cru at Sale St

Cured Big Eye Tuna – Verbena jelly, avocado, lemon oil dust, Japanese style tomatoes 12 Crowns

“Popcorn” Pork – Canadian scallop, Tete de porc, corn puree, freeze dried corn 14 Crowns

Cotton Candy Bubbles – Passionfruit baked cream, lemon mint, vanilla cake rocks, apple 10 Crowns

District Dining

NZ Oysters with Vietnamese dressing, crispy shallots & coriander 10 Crowns

Black vinegar glazed pork belly with bbq prawn 10 Crowns

Ras el hanout slow roasted lamb shoulder with cauliflower puree 12 Crowns

The Wharf

Raukumara Wild Venison Loin – Sea salt cured venison, baby fennel, watercress, pomegranate, feta, honeygar dressing & Borich flower 10 Crowns

Seared South Island Salmon with grilled Scampi on buttered eurinikas, new season asparagus & preserved lemon 12 Crowns

Top secret fresh New Zealand strawberries (Auckland region), dark chocolate mousse, biscotti crumb, vanilla mascarpone & hot mint 8 Crowns

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RESTAURANT Marvel Grill

DISH 1

DISH 2

DISH 3

Marvel Mixed Grill – Lamb cutlet, eye fillet, pork hunter sausage with roasted garlic watercress & merlot jus 12 Crowns

Marvel Pork Spare Ribs with tangy BBQ sauce on wasabi & caper coleslaw 10 Crowns

Petite Steak Sandwich – Grilled sirloin on small ciabatta roll with Kapiti blue cheese, caramelised onions & watercress 8 Crowns

Monsoon Poon

Vietnamese Summer Rolls with 5-spice roasted south island duck 10 Crowns

South Indian Venison Curry – Canterbury wild venison slow cooked with garam masala, cumin, coriander & chilli 12 Crowns

Malaysian Sago Pudding – with coconut cream and palm sugar syrup 8 Crowns

James

Smoked Kaikoura Kahawai croquette, lemon aioli, pea puree 8 Crowns

Roasted Portobello Mushrooms, thyme, garlic, sherry vinegar 10 Crowns

Mahy Farms Beef Cheek, carrot mash, Pedro Ximenez jus 10 Crowns

Rick Stein’s Malaysia Kitchen

Char grilled Snapper with Shrimp and Lemongrass Curry Paste 12 Crowns

Kuala Lumpur Chicken & Prawn Curry Laksa 8 Crowns

Nasi Goreng with Lime and Sugar BBQ’d Chicken 8 Crowns

RESTAURANT Restaurant Schwass

DISH 1

DISH 2

Canterbury Lamb, barley gnocchi, rosemary yoghurt and asparagus 10 Crowns

Corned Duck, bacon, egg and pea salad 10 Crowns

True South Dining Room

Pressing of Southland rabbit, Riesling jelly and toasted walnuts 10 Crowns

West coast white bait Thai infused fritter, pickled cucumber and lime creme fraiche 10 Crowns

Te Whau Vineyard and Restaurant

Seared Whangamata Scallops – Almond Gazpacho, Black Olive, Golden Raisins, Young Cress, Te Whau Chardonnay-Vinaigrette 12 Crowns

Waiheke Honey & Lemon Bavarois, LavenderApricots, Macadamia Praline 8 Crowns

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers

Steamed baby Paua, crisp vegetable salad, sesame and soy dressing 10 Crowns

Hawke’s Bay Natural Lamb – Goat’s Curd dumpling, jerusalem artichoke puree 10 Crowns

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WAIWERA CHEFS TABLE

Chefs Table Wednesday Evening 6.30 – 7.00pm

Wendy Sutherland – Marvel Grill, Auckland

7.30 – 8.00pm

Sanjeev Kumar – Monsoon Poon, Auckland

8.30 – 9.00pm

Josh Emett – MasterChef, NZ

1.00 – 1.30pm

Sid Saharawat – Sidart, Auckland

2.00 – 2.30pm

Jonny Schwass – Restaurant Schwass, Christchurch

3.00 – 3.30pm

Michael Meredith – Merediths, Auckland

Thursday afternoon

Thursday evening 6.30 – 7.00pm

Marco Edwardes – Te Whau, Waiheke Island

7.30 – 8.00pm

Justin Rimmer – The Wharf, Auckland

8.30 – 9.00pm

Sergio Maglione – Toto Restaurant, Auckland Friday afternoon

1.00 – 1.30pm

Michael Dearth – The Grove, Auckland

2.00 – 2.30pm

Tim Pickering – The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hawke’s Bay

3.00 – 3.30pm

Annabel Langbein – The Free Range Cook Friday evening

6.30 – 7.00pm

Mark Gregory – NZ’s first Master of the Culinary Arts, Auckland

7.30 – 8.00pm

Justin North – Becasse, Sydney

8.30 – 9.00pm

Ben Batterbury – True South Dining Room, Queenstown

1.00 – 1.30pm

Warren Turnbull – District Dining, Auckland

2.00 – 2.30pm

Annabel Langbein – The Free Range Cook

3.00 – 3.30pm

Michael Van de Elzen – Molten, Auckland

6.30 – 7.00pm

Nick Honeyman – Cru at Sale St, Auckland

7.30 – 8.00pm

Ben Bayly – The Grove, Auckland

8.30 – 9.00pm

Sarah Conway & Melissa Morrow – Ponsonby Road Bistro

Saturday afternoon

saturday evening

Timetables subject to change.

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WHISKY MASTERCLASSES

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

Whisky Masterclasses A Trip Around Scotland – Black Grouse, Ardmore, Highland Park & Laphroaig – Presented by Ben Stuart The New Zealand Whisky Company 7.05-7.50pm Presented by Bart Burgers The Classic Malts 8.20-9.05pm Presented by Bart Burgers Whisky of the Day 12.20-1.05pm Presented by Bart Burgers Johnnie Walker 1.35-2.20pm Presented by Frankie Walker Speyside – Aberlour & The Glenlivet 2.50-3.35pm Presented by Chris Harrop Sweet & Smoky Malts 5.50-6.35pm Presented by Bart Burgers A Trip Around Scotland – Black Grouse, Ardmore, 7.05-7.50pm Highland Park & Laphroaig Presented by Ben Stuart The Arran Malt – Pure by Nature 8.20-9.05pm Presented by Bart Burgers Bourbon – Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam Black, Booker’s and 12.20-1.05pm Jim Beam Small Batch Presented by Ben Stuart Speyside – Aberlour & The Glenlivet 1.35-2.20pm Presented by Chris Harrop Thomson Whisky – New Zealand 2.50-3.35pm Presented by Mathew Thomson/Bart Burgers The Snow Phoenix – Glenfiddich 5.50-6.35pm Presented by Frankie Walker The Classic Malts 7.05-7.50pm Presented by Frankie Walker A Trip Around Scotland – Black Grouse, Ardmore, 8.20-9.05pm Highland Park & Laphroaig Presented by Ben Stuart Bourbon – Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam Black, Booker’s and 12.20-1.05pm Jim Beam Small Batch Presented by Ben Stuart The New Zealand Whisky Company 1.35-2.20pm Presented by Bart Burgers The Classic Malts 2.50-3.35pm Presented by Frankie Walker Glengoyne – The Real Taste of Malt 5.50-6.35pm Presented by Bart Burgers A Trip Around Scotland – Black Grouse, Ardmore, 7.05-7.50pm Highland Park & Laphroaig Presented by Ben Stuart The Classic Malts 8.20-9.05pm Presented by Bart Burgers 5.50-6.35pm

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PERONI BANDSTAND

Bandstand

Music directed by Peter Urlich.

Saturday

Friday

Thursday

Wednesday

AKSamba – AKSamba is an innovative percussion band that fuses hot Brazilian samba rhythms with other influences to create an extraordinary musical experience. Nathan Haines – With eight solo albums, four of those released internationally, and guest spots on hundreds 7.30-9.30pm of releases, Nathan Haines has been at the forefront of modern soul, jazz and electronic music for over 20 years. Caitlin Smith – Experience an adventurous and eclectic 12.00-2.00pm fusion of jazz standards and originals from one of Aotearoa’s finest vocal artists and well respected musicians. The Nukes are NZ’s ‘original’ ukulele trio. They blend 2.00-4.00pm humour, musicianship and song-writing to create a truly unique musical experience. Hanna Grace is an exceptionally talented singer songwriter who has recently emerged on the New 5.30-7.30pm Zealand music scene. Her style defies any obvious classification but she has been compared to Alicia Keys, Amy Winehouse and Tracey Chapman. Check One Two – This dynamic band is comprised of 7.30-9.30pm five very talented musicians; they are one of the hottest bands in town. Club Manouche – One of the hits of last year’s Taste 12.00-2.00pm festival. French cafe jazz at its best. Josh Leys – Back by popular demand! Josh loves to get 2.00-4.00pm hands-on in all aspects of his music. He will be playing for you a mix of Acoustic, Funk and R&B. Trudy Lile – Sexy chanteuse and flautist backed by a 5.30-7.30pm superb trio. The Peter Urlich Sextet – A seriously stylish ensemble 7.30-9.30pm performing songs from the ‘golden eras’ of music, the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. Caitlin Smith – Experience an adventurous and eclectic 12.00-2.00pm fusion of jazz standards and originals from one of Aotearoa’s finest vocal artists and well respected musicians. Josh Leys – Back by popular demand! Josh loves to get 2.00-4.00pm hands-on in all aspects of his music. He will be playing for you a mix of Acoustic, Funk and R&B. Murray Sweetpants – Murray’s set is a fabulous 5.30-7.30pm cocktail of funk, soul and house, with percussionist. The Reputations – Put your hands together for Soul Music. The Reputations are a hard-working ten-piece soul band from Auckland, New Zealand. With a roster 7.30-9.30pm of hugely talented, experienced musicians, they bring a special energy to their shows, performing a gritty songbook of well-known and obscure soul songs. Timetable correct at the time of print. 5.30-7.30pm

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Wednesday Evening 6 – 6.45pm

7.30 – 8pm 8.30 – 9.15pm

Gary Rhodes & Anne Thorp – Rhodes W1, London & The Maori Queen of Cuisine INAUGURAL TASTE OF NEW ZEALAND AWARDS – Four Premier Awards – True South Dining Room, Restaurant Schwass, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Te Whau Vineyard and Restaurant and one Special Award. Makoto Tokuyama – Cocoro Thursday afternoon

12.30 – 1.15pm Sergio Maglione – Toto Restaurant 1.45 – 2.30pm

Michael Van de Elzen – Molten

3.00 – 3.45pm

Gary Rhodes – Rhodes W1, London

6 – 6.45pm

Sachie – Sachie’s Kitchen

7.15-8pm

Sean Connolly – The Grill

8.30 – 9.15pm

Nick Honeyman – Cru at Sale St

Thursday evening

Friday afternoon 12.30 – 1.15pm Annabel Langbein – The Free Range Cook 1.45 – 2.30pm

Nici Wickes – Viva Food Critic & TV Chef

3.00 – 3.45pm

Gary Rhodes & Anne Thorp – Rhodes W1, London & The Maori Queen of Cuisine

6 – 6.45pm

Gary Rhodes – Rhodes W1, London

7.15 – 8pm

David Schofield – Hectors Restaurant, Heritage Hotel

8.30 – 9.15pm

Mark Gregory – NZ’s first Master of the Culinary Arts

Friday evening

Saturday afternoon 12.45 – 1.30pm Paul Jobin & Mark Harman – Dine by Peter Gordon 2.00 – 2.45pm

Justin North – Becasse, Sydney

3.15 – 4.00pm

Gary Rhodes – Rhodes W1, London saturday evening

6 – 6.45pm

Gary Rhodes – Rhodes W1, London

7.15 – 8pm

Nadia Lim – Master Chef, NZ

8.30 – 9.15pm

Justin Rimmer – The Wharf

Timetables subject to change.

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RESTAURANTS TASTE OF NEW ZEALAND RESTAURANTS Cocoro 56 Brown Street, Ponsonby, Auckland (09) 360 0927 www.cocoro.co.nz Dallows / Cru at Sale St 7 Sale Street, Freemans Bay, Auckland (09) 307 8148 www.sale-st.co.nz District Dining 54 Customs Street East, Britomart, Auckland (09) 368 5315 www.districtdining.co.nz The Grove Saint Patricks Square, Wyndham Street, Auckland (09) 368 4129 www.thegroverestaurant.co.nz James 18 Stanley St, Parnell, Auckland (09) 366 4757 www.james18stanley.co.nz Marvel Grill North Wharf, Viaduct and Anzac St, Takapuna (09) 486 2249 www.marvellgrill.co.nz Monsoon Poon Cnr Custom St West & Lower Hobson St (09) 379 9311 www.monsoonpoon.co.nz The Wharf 2 Queen Street, Northcote Point, Auckland (09) 480 2560 www.thewharf.co.nz TONZA KITCHEN Taste of New Zealand Awards (TONZA) – an initiative recognising restaurants that are champions of reginal produce giving you a taste of local cusine from all over New Zealand. The TONZA Kitchen is overseen by Phil Neverman and features: True South Dining Room 377 Frankton Road, Queenstown (03) 450 1100 www.theress.co.nz Restaurant Schwass 190 Ferry Road, Phillipstown, Christchurch City (03) 371 9333 www.restaurantschwass.com The Farm at Cape Kidnappers 446 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, Hawke’s Bay (06) 875 1900 www.capekidnappers.com Te Whau Vineyard and 218 Te Whau Drive, Omiha, Waiheke Island Restaurant www.tewhau.co.nz (09) 372 7191 TONZ App Taste of New Zealand (TONZ) is a unique amalgam of New Zealand’s leading hospitality establishments and food suppliers. The TONZ mobile app is designed with tourists and food enthusiasts in mind. Download FREE: visit www.tonz.co.nz/app.html or scan here.

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Meet the Chefs Over the next few pages we pay homage to the restaurants and chefs of the festival – and tell you a little about them... Rick Stein Rick Stein runs four restaurants in Padstow, UK including his famous Seafood Restaurant. He has written 11 cook-books, and is respected the world over for his TV series and documentaries. Famous for his love of fresh seafood, Rick joins us to share another passion of his, Malaysian cuisine, and is mixing this with great NZ produce at Taste of New Zealand.

Chef – Gary Rhodes Rhodes W1 Gary Rhodes is one of the superstars of British Cuisine. A total of 6 Michelin Stars, Gary’s restaurants include Rhodes 24 in London, Arcadian Rhodes on the P&O superliner, Cumberland Rhodes and Rhodes Calabash in Grenada. His TV appearances have been equally as successful with slots hosting MasterChef UK, appearances on Hell’s Kitchen, the Great British Menu and his own globe-trotting shows which started with Rhodes Around Britain and have taken him to India, China, the Carribean and Italy. Gary has regularly appeared at the Taste of London festival and we are delighted to host him as our special guest at Taste of New Zealand.

Chef – Ben Bayly The Grove Following jobs in Michelin starred restaurants in Europe Ben returned to New Zealand and now joins Michael Dearth at the Grove. Bayly is young, hungry and has experienced an illustrious career to date, giving him the confidence to not only carry on the esteemed reputation of The Grove, but to stamp his own unique food signature on its menu, picking up Metro’s Audi Restaurant of the Year Award two years running!

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Chef – Justin Rimmer The Wharf Over the last twenty years Justin has worked in a number of Auckland’s Top establishments including: The Heritage Hotel, Pontoon Restaurant & Opium restaurant, One Tree Grill, Halo the Hilton Hotel. Rimmer now runs The Wharf Friday degustation evenings as well as various other high profile functions around the country.

Chef – Sid Saharawat Sidart Sid Sahrawat is one of New Zealand’s most exciting chefs, revered within the industry for his innovative and inspirational cooking. He has won a number of Lewisham Awards, including Most Innovative Chef and Outstanding Chef. At SIDART, Sid uses his famously precise technique to create delightfully edible art on a plate.

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Chef – Mark Gregory Dine Aid World renowned kiwi chef Mark Gregory has been interested in food since the day he left school. His impressive, award-winning international cooking career has seen him at some of the world’s finest restaurants including One Aldwych Hotel in central London and he has been awarded with the title Meilleur Ouvrier – achieving French Master Chef status. Mark is also founder of the Dine Aid charity in New Zealand.

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SHOW CHEFS Chef – Josh Emett Brought up on a farm in Hamilton, Josh discovered his passion for cooking as a child. He spent much of his time working on the farm and began cooking out of necessity. After much hard work Josh joined Gordon Ramsey in the three Michelin starred Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, he then spent the next 10 years working side-by-side with the world famous celebrity chef. Emett is now well known to most New Zealanders as judge on MasterChef New Zealand alongside Simon Gault and Ray McVinnie.

Chef – Warren Turnbull district dining New Zealand born, Warren Turnbull had his career epiphany the first time he walked into a kitchen, realizing he had at long last found his comfort zone. Two years on, Warren moved to London to further his knowledge and learn firsthand what he had so often heard about. He is now the owner and executive chef of award winning restaurants, Assiette, and District Dining in Sydney, Warren has recently opened a second District Dining in Britomart, Auckland.

Chef – Sergio Maglione Toto’ restaurant Sergio arrived in New Zealand 15 years ago with a background of cooking in seafood and pizza restaurants in Naples, Italy. Sergio bought Toto Italian Restaurant from his uncle in 2006. Under Sergio’s guidance Toto’ has become an Auckland institution.

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Chef – Nick Honeyman Cru at Sale St Honeyman’s experience comes from his previous role at The French Café and European summer seasons cooking in France. Under his guidance the Dallows Restaurant at Sale St gained great critical acclaim. The new Cru Restaurant at Sale St will carry more of Honeyman’s flair in its cuisine – his restaurant launches straight after the Taste of New Zealand Festival.

Chef – Sanjeev Kumar Monsoon Poon Sanjeev’s career began at Claridges Hotel in New Delhi, before he worked in Dublin, then moved to New Zealand joining the original team at Monsoon Poon Wellington. Sanjeev is now a Taste veteran – this is the third festival where he has delighted visitors with fun flavor explosions that are the trademark of the NZ institution Monsoon Poon.

Chef – Kelly Young Kels Kitchen The fitness instructor turned MasterChef personality who has a real passion for good food. Following a stint at Euro, Kelly is now starring in a new series on Prime called The Chef’s Apprentice. Kelly will be hosting the Fisher & Paykel Chef’s Kitchen throughout the festival.

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SHOW CHEFS Chef – Nici Wickes Viva Food Critic & TV Chef Nici Wickes is a trained chef but she attributes her extensive knowledge of cooking and food to the tastes and experiences she has gained from her extensive worldwide travels. Nici is currently the presenter of food-travel series World Kitchen, and Viva’s eating out editor.

Chef – Michael Meredith Merediths Michael Meredith worked in some of Auckland’s most esteemed kitchens – Antoines, Vinnies and The Grove before opening his own establishment, Merediths, on Dominion Rd. Merediths is now constantly referred to as one of the top NZ fine dining restaurants where every detail is performed under the top chef’s guidance.

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Chef – Makoto Tokuyama Cocoro Makoto Tokuyama has been executive chef of the award winning SOTO kitchen since it opened in 2004. He was trained at Nobu in London and while working at SOTO, his new style of Japanese cuisine has gained him an extensive following. Makoto’s latest project – Cocoro Restaurant (also in Ponsonby) picked up Best Asian and Best New Restaurant at the Metro Audi Restaurant of the Year Awards 2011.

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Chef – Sean Connolly The Grill Sean Connolly, originally from Northern England is no stranger to Sydney foodies, where he picked up the badge for 2008 Sydney Morning Herald Chef of the Year for his work in fine dining institution, Astral. A recent arrival to our shores, New Zealand press and diners have been raving about Sean’s latest venture The Grill on Auckland’s Federal Street.

Annabel Langbein The Free Range Cook Annabel Langbein is one of New Zealand’s most creative culinary figures. Since 1984, Annabel has worked as a food writer, presenter and consultant. Annabel joins us at the festival to launch her 9th cook-book, Free Range in the City. Her passion for good food is equally as popular in NZ as it is abroad – her books have been translated internationally in nine languages!

Chef – Anne Thorp Anne Thorp is hostess of the Kai Ora TV cooking show in New Zealand, Australia and Finland, author of a book by the same name and frequently can be found presenting P&O food & wine cruises . Thorp is also known for creating exclusive dinners and occasions, extending the warm Maori take on hospitality richly interwoven with fresh, healthy unadulterated food, frequently preferring indigenous ingredients such as snapper, crayfish, oysters, kina and more exotic fish and shellfish.

Chef – David Schofield hectors restaurant Executive Chef of the City Life Heritage Hotel and winner of the 2011 Chef of the year at the New Zealand Culinary Fare, Schofield shares a passion for NZ ingredients, utilizing experience from 5 star hotels in London and French Michelin Starred restaurants.

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SHOW CHEFS Chef – Jamie Miller James Chef Jamie Miller started out with award winning Guadalupe and El Sabor restaurant and wine bar in the early 90s. Well known as operator of Mint Kitchen Catering official caterer to New Zealand fashion week for the last 8 years, Miller recently opened James Restaurant to the delight of loyal fans of the rustic but inspired cuisine on offer.

Nadia Lim NZ MasterChef Cooking has always come naturally for Nadia and is where she loves to show her creativity. She is a registered dietician. Since winning NZ’s MasterChef she is now concentrating on writing her first cook book as well as doing cooking demonstrations and charity events.

Brett McGregor NZ MasterChef After successfully winning NZ MasterChef in 2010 Brett has been in a whirlwind of food demonstrations, TV gigs with Countdown supermarkets, writing a food column for New Idea and launching his first cook book Taste of a Traveller.

Chef – Paul Jobin Sky City Paul is currently over-seeing the kitchens of Dine by Peter Gordon; Belotta Tapas Bar Orbit and Observatory in the SkyTower, The Grand Hotel and Rebo Café and Bar, Al Brown’s Depot and Sean Connolly’s The Grill. Paul has won numerous culinary competitions and food awards over the years.

Chef – Marco Edwardes Te Whau Marco started working at Te Whau as Head Chef in December 2006, since his arrival they have won multiple awards including Winner of Best Rural restaurant for 3 year running and ‘One of the Most Memorable Meals of the Year’ awarded by USA today.

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Chef – Benjamin Batterbury True South Dining Room at the Rees Hotel Award-winning Executive Chef, Benjamin Batterbury, is a culinary expert with a polished repertoire that includes French and English fusion recipes mingled with the flavours of Madeira on the Portuguese archipelago. British born Ben has worked at numerous award-winning restaurants in England. In 2009 he moved to NZ and took up the role as Executive Chef at the True South Dining Room in Queenstown.

The definitive guide to Auckland’s best restaurants is published every year, judged by a panel of top food critics. Many of the Official Restaurants of Taste of New Zealand are recent beneficiaries of an award or featured in the 2011 top restaurants. Pick up your Metro every month for comprehensive restaurant reviews.

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SHOW CHEFS Chef – Justin North Becasse Having worked at some of the top restaurants around the world, Justin is now chef and proprietor of acclaimed Sydney restaurants, Becasse, Quarter 21, Etch, his cafes include Plan B and Le Grand Café, and burger bars Charlie & Co. Most recently he was named ‘Chef of the Year’ by the Sydney Morning Herald. Kiwi born, it is great to have him back!

Chef – Jonny Schwass Restaurant Schwass Jonny Schwass takes a no-nonsense approach to cooking which has made him a big hit in the world of cuisine, overseas and at home. During his 20 years of working in the hospitality industry, Jonny has cooked in various different restaurants and hotels in Australia and New Zealand. He has also spent two summers’ as a private chef in America. The uniqueness of Jonny’s cooking comes from his firm belief in well chosen ingredients and simply prepared food.

Chef – Tim Pickering The Farm at Cape Kidnapers New Zealander Tim Pickering only started cooking at age 23, but once he started there was no stopping. Working in both Japan and Canada Tim returned to work at The Farm. In his time as Head Chef at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, the Relais & Chateaux lodge was named in the Conde Nast Traveler HOT LIST 2010 as Best for Food.

Chef – Sachie Sachie’s Kitchen Sachie is from Aichi, Japan but has been a Kiwi for well over a decade and believes that great food can instantly change our feelings for the better. Sachie is the mentor at Auckland-based cookery school Sachie’s Kitchen.

Chef – Michael Van de Elzen Molten Founder and Head Chef of Molten Restaurant, Michael is more recently known as driver and food innovator behind the popular TV series The Food Truck. Michael has picked up many awards for his efforts and is the author of the recently published The Molten Cookbook.

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Chef – Phil Neverman Food solutions NZ Chef Phil Neverman has been in the hospitality trade for 26 years, Phil worked at the waterfronts renowned Cin Cin on Quay for 8 years and is now the Corporate Chef with Unilever Food Solutions New Zealand and has been with them for 5 years.At the festival he will be the executive chef of the Taste of New Zealand Awards kitchen.

Chef Janaka V.B & Owner Wendy Gribben Marvel Grill Wendy has been in the hospitality industry for 24 years, she has opened several leading restaurants and a luxury lodge in New Zealand. Most recently she has opened Marvel Grill Takapuna and Marvel Grill North Wharf. Wendy has a passion for creating superb food and wine experiences, and brings to life restaurants that keep customers coming back.

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EXHIBITORS

Taste of New Zealand Exhibitors

A Taste of Hangi

Stand G3 www.tuiparoad.yolasite.com No hole to dig, no wood to chop, no stones to heat, just cook on top. An oven or a steamer’s heat, 2 hours later you eat..... hangi!

A Touch of Italy Limited

Stand A2 www.touchofitaly.co.nz Bringing a touch of Italy to New Zealand households with a range of fine Italian wines, beverages and delectable, authentic Italian food products.

Abbey Cellars

Stand A14 www.abbeycellars.com Abbey Cellars is a family owned vineyard and winery, driven by a passion to grow, produce and deliver award-winning, boutique wine to be enjoyed by all.

Addmore

Stand B2 www.addmore.co.nz New Zealand’s finest award winning beverages. ‘The’ home of versatile Elderflower Beverages.

Agwa Bolivia & Quilmes Beer

Stand F2 www.agwabuzz.com Agwa de Bolivia Coca Leaf Liqueur. Just as versatile as Vodka, Agwa Coca Leaf liqueur opens up a world of adventure, great drinks, and cocktails. Quilmes is Argentina’s favourite beer and comes from the capital, Buenos Aires. It is a premium 4.9% lager style beer.

Alexandra Fine Foods

Stand A5 www.alexandrafinefoods.co.nz Try our fantastic gourmet ‘O’Nuts’ range of specialty nut mixes as well as Alexandra’s own range of Dukkah, spice blends, salts and seasonings.

Allan Scott Family Winemakers

Stand A11 www.allanscott.com Allan Scott is a family-owned winery consistently producing globally acclaimed award-winning wines. Specialities included Methode Tradionelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Noir.

Allpress Espresso

Stand E1 www.allpressespresso.com At Allpress it is all about flavour... starting in Costa Rica and finishing in your cup. This journey and fanatical obsession with flavour involves choosing the highest quality beans and innovative roasting technology. So enjoy every brew knowing you are in the best possible hands.

Andre’s Kitchen

Stand P14 www.andreskitchen.co.nz Andre’s Kitchen specializes in Garlic Crostini’s , Hand made NZ favourite cookies – Ginger, Anzac, Peanut brownies, plus a range of amazing cupcakes including gluten free.

Aroha Drinks

Stand C12 www.arohadrinks.com Aroha make a range of delicious, traditional style drinks. No Preservatives. Natural Ingredients. Harvested Wild. Crafted by hand.

Atomic Coffee Roasters

Stand B11 www.atomiccoffee.co.nz 100% Fair Trade Coffee for Wholesale and Home. For expert coffee training home espresso machines or acessories and the best caffeine hit in Auckland, drop in to Atomic.

Audi

www.audi.co.nz Audi is proud to be the vehicle sponsor of Taste New Zealand. As the leading luxury marque in New Zealand we understand and support the passion for innovation and perfection demonstrated by the exhibitors, and experienced by the visitors, at Taste of New Zealand.

BBQ Lighters – The Limit Ltd

Stand B4 www.thelimit.co.nz Kiwiana sport and leisure activities depicted in the range of BBQ Lighters matching the BBQ food we eat, EG: Trout; Wild Boar; Venison etc.

Beam

Stand S2 www.beamglobal.co.nz Aperol is one of the world’s fastest growing spirits, try the refreshing Aperol Spritz at our stand along with a selection of other delicious cocktails.

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EXHIBITORS Bean Supreme

Stand F15 www.beansupreme.co.nz Bean Supreme is a leading brand of vegetarian products, with a wide range of protein alternative choices, including marinated tofu, burgers, sausages, meatballs, and more.

Bright Idea Solutions

Stand C10 www.brightidea.co.nz Selection of innovative wine and beverage concepts. Whisky stones, Vinturi Wine aerator, Intelligent Ice Chill balls, Cube Noir, Wine Away and more!

Cable Bay Vineyards

Stand C6 www.cablebay.co.nz Cable Bay Vineyards on Waiheke Island is dedicated to producing hand-crafted New Zealand wines known for their subtlety, elegance and depth.

Champagne LaurentPerrier at the ROXY

De’Longhi

Stand B16 www.delonghi.co.nz Beautifully designed Fully Automatic machines that produce perfect expresso, latte and cappuccino, cup after cup, every time. From the country that invented and perfected espresso comes a range of machines so beautiful, so versatile and so simple to use. It could only be made by De’Longhi.

Divine Kawakawa

Stand B8 Divine Kawakawa, refreshing natural non alcoholic health beverage, 5 flavours made from NZ best unique natural resources (kawakawa, manuka honey) experience the “Taste”.

Divinity Olives

Stand P3 www.divinity.co.nz Divinity Olives produces two international award winning Extra Virgin Olives Oils as well as its new Pomegranate Balsamic Vinegar.

Echo Valley Olives

www.laurentperrier.fr Champagne Laurent-Perrier is recognised throughout the world as one of the finest Champagne Houses, complemented here with oysters and other gastro delights in an exclusive offering paired with one of Auckland’s newest 5 star restaurants the ROXY.

Stand P11 www.echovalleyolives.co.nz Producers of the finest quality first cold pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oils. Hand-picked single estate single variety flavor-filled olive oils each one a taste sensation.

Chapel Grove

Stand B9 www.ecostore.co.nz ecostore will be showcasing their range of plant and mineral based household products along with designer water bottles by SIGG and healthy cookware from Neoflam.

Stand B15 www.chapelgrove.co.nz Chapel Grove is a young estate which produces some of the finest quality cold pressed Extra Virgin New Zealand Olive Oil, cultivated in Kaipara Harbour.

Craggy Range Winery

Stand A6 www.craggyrange.com A family owned winery, Craggy Range is a premier producer of single vineyard wines from New Zealand’s most awarded wine regions. www.craggyrange.com

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Exotica Enterprise

Stand F7 www.exoticaenterprise.com Manuka Gold: A drink to die for. Premium NZ Manuka Honey Liqueur. Beautifully blended with brandy this premium liqueurs taking the world by storm.

Fisher & Paykel Appliances

www.fisherpaykel.co.nz Fisher & Paykel Appliances designs, manufactures and markets a range of innovative household appliances developed with a commitment to technology, design, user friendliness and environmental awareness.

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EXHIBITORS Forrest Wines

Stand C11 www.forrest.co.nz Kiwi family owned Marlborough winery with great international acclaim. Wide selection of wines, Sauvignon Blanc, aromatic wines, bubbles, Pinot Noir and Rose. Home of the Doctors’.

Fressure Foods Ltd

Stand B19 www.fressurefoods.co.nz Fressure Foods Ltd, Auckland, bringing you fresh natural avocado products . Supplying domestic and export, retail and foodservice.

Giesen Wines

Stand A4 www.giesen.co.nz Giesen Wines is a family owned business with over 30yrs experience in the industry. They consistently produce high quality wines to be enjoyed by all.

Glengarry Wines

Stand F19 www.glengarry.co.nz Glengarry Wines. Retailers of Wines, Beers and Spirits. Showcasing some of the worlds best wines, from France, Spain, Italy, and Australia.

Gringo Killer Gourmet Chilli Products

Stand P1 www.gringokiller.co.nz Handmade gourmet chilli sauces, jams,jelly and chocolate. Made locally in Titirangi, Auckland. Using locally grown produce.

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

Stand F6 www.hawkesridge.co.nz Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is a boutique winery from the Hawkes Bay specialising in lesser known varieties Tempranillo, Viognier, Semillon and Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

Hedgerows Hydroponic Strawberries

Stand G6 www.hedgerows.co.nz Spray-free fresh gourmet strawberries and Strawberry and Manuka Honey Balsamic from Marlborough. Available at the farm gate, Farmers Market and through top end distribution nationwide.

Hilltop Wines

Stand B3 www.hilltop.net.nz Smallest vineyard here. Beautifully aromatic and fruit driven wines. Pinot Gris, lightly oaked. Flora, hybrid of gewürztraminer and Semillon. Also in “late Harvest”. Cabernet Franc /Malbec /merlot.

Inch Valley Preserves

Stand P9 www.inchvalley.com We are an artisan preserves manufacturer, specialising in small batch production in order to deliver products with that real “homemade” flavour remembered so fondly from childhood.

Kapiti

Stand E3 www.thekapiticollection.co.nz Enjoy our finest handcrafted cheeses, gourmet yoghurt and endulgent ice cream. A New Zealand Original.

Kato

Stand F1 www.kato.co.nz Kato is a chef-inspired range of condiments. The wide range of products includes Sauces, Dressings, Relishes, Aiolis, and more. Visit us on stand number F1.

Kenwood

Stand B16 www.kenwood-newzealand.com Kenwood gives you the choice of designer styling to enhance any kitchen finish. The tradition range captures a nostalgic era with diecast bodies and bold colours – yet underneath the retro glamour is the very latest Kenwood performance and technology.

Kim Crawford Wines

www.kimcrawfordwines.co.nz It’s not until you experience the fresh, exciting and generous taste exploding on your palate that you can truly appreciate Kim Crawford Wines.

Kiwi Heritage Bacon

Stand A12 www.kiwibacon.co.nz Kiwi Free Farmed Heritage bacon is the ultimate reward. Thick cut and tasty, we believe it’s the best tasting bacon for the most discerning buyer.

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EXHIBITORS Limoncello Sovrano

Stand A3 www.limoncello.co.nz International Awards winning Limoncello & Limoncello Cream New Zealand made,hand crafted in Kerikeri Bay of Islands, simply the “Best”.

Lone Goat Vineyard

Stand F12 www.lonegoat.co.nz Yes there is a goat! And her name is Ella. Come and see us to find out her latest antics and enjoy what Canterbury has to offer. Our dessert wines are delicious.

Localist

www.localist.co.nz Localist gives you a way to find out what’s good in your local area, a chance to champion your community and the opportunity to support local businesses and organisations.

Metro Magazines

www.magshop.co.nz Join us at the Metro and Taste magazine marquee and purchase your exclusive ‘taster’ subscription. Feast your eyes on the best of New Zealand food in print and the best of New Zealand’s favourite city while sipping on an Italian soda.

Mills Reef Winery

Stand C8 www.millsreef.co.nz Award winning Hawkes Bay wines. Bordeaux style reds and Syrah / white varietals. Tauranga winery with restaurant, cellar door and function / conference facilities.

MOA Beer

Lothlorien Winery

Stand A9 www.moabeer.com Moa Beer is made the way beer used to be made before everyone started making it differently. It is brewed using traditional costly, inefficient and labour intensive techniques.

Mac’s Brewbar

Stand D4 www.moanapark.co.nz Moana Park’s focus is on creating naturally low allergen, hand-crafted multi-award winning wines, that are proven to be friendlier on the body and the mind.

Maison Therese

www.monteiths.co.nz Monteith’s Brewing Co. invites you to sample our craft quality beers & ciders. Come to see us and we’ll match a beer to go with your choice of cuisine.

Stand F9 www.lothlorienwinery.co.nz Lothlorien produces award winning Organic Feijoa Sparkling Wine. Every bottle is fermented at Lothlorien where we have been growing organically since 1971. www.macs.co.nz Mac’s, a NZ icon in craft beer, has been brewing what comes naturally since 1981. Enjoy our naturally brewed beers and Isaac’s Ciders at the Mac’s Brewbar. Stand F11 www.maisontherese.co.nz Maison Therese (house of Therese), of beautiful Hawke’s Bay has been home to the finest artistic preserves in New Zealand for over forty years.

Matua Valley Single Vineyard Series

www.matua.co.nz Every Vintage, small parcels of fruit are unearthed in our vineyards, parcels that exceed expectations and show promise to create a truly exquisite wine.

Moana Park Winery

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Mount Riley Wines

Stand C13 www.mountriley.co.nz Family owned Marlborough wine producer of exceptional quality and value.

MÖVENPICK

Stand C4 www.icecream.co.nz A natural ice cream born of a passion for gastronomy, blessed with the best that nature can provide and fashioned with Swiss perfection.

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EXHIBITORS Mud House Wines

Stand G4 www.mudhouse.co.nz Premium wine producer specialising in the best varietals from the best regions in New Zealand. Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Central Otago Pinot Noir, Waipara Valley Aromatics.

Native Infusions

Stand F13 www.nativeinfusions.co.nz Native Infusions infuses Makomako, Kawakawa and Manuka leaf and green tea in sparkling water, with the natural sweetness of Pohutakawa honey it is refreshingly NZ.

Negociants New Zealand

Stand D8 www.negociantsnz.com Presenting Premium Wines from four New Zealand wine regions: Black Barn – Hawkes Bay, Palliser Estate – Martinborough, Nautilus Estate – Marlborough and Waipara Springs – Waipara.

New Zealand Fudge Farm

Stand P6 www.nzfudgefarm.co.nz Our Dessert Cafe boasts a wide range of luxury sweets and treats.From 10 flavours of hand made fudge produced on site,handmade chocolates to fudge ice creams, sundaes ,fudgercinno coffees along with old fashioned confectionery.Open 7 days.

Pasquale Viticultura

Stand G11 www.pasquale.co.nz Aritsan wine from the Waitaki and Hakataramea Valleys. Award winning Aromatic wines and stunning Pinot Noir reflecting the unique terroir of North Otago.

Passage Rock Wines

Stand B14 www.passagerockwines.co.nz Passage Rock and Te Mania have joined forces to deliver two award winning wineries from Nelson and Waiheke island.Visit us and try Gold Medal Riesling, Syrah, Cabernet or Pinot Gris.

Peroni Nastro Azzuro Peroni was first brewed in Milan, Italy in 1846. It’s a refreshingly distinctive premium lager, with an intense, crisp character and an unmistakable touch of Italian sophistication.

Pete’s Natural

Stand P12 www.peteslemonade.co.nz Pete’s Natural has an All Natural Lemonade, Currant Crush and Orange Berry Fusion. No additives, preservatives or chemicals, low in sugar, all New Zealand Fruit.

Piako Yoghurt

Nuts about New Zealand Ltd

Stand A13 www.piakoyoghurt.co.nz We produce the best yoghurt this world has ever seen…..and now we do a frozen yoghurt that’s even better.

Old Mout Cider

Stand P8 www.reallygood.co.nz The best peanut butter in the world. Made in Nelson with fresh roasted Aussie peanuts and a little bit of salt. Yum!

Stand P5 www.nutsaboutnz.co.nz Nuts About NZ produces a delicious range of flavoured New Zealand grown macadamia nuts as well as Macadamia butter, honey and oil. Stand G9 www.oldmountcider.com Old Mout (rhymes with fruit) Cider – made in Nelson NZ since 1947. We’re specialist, independent cider makers with award-winning, better tasting cider for cider lovers.

OOB

Stand B13 www.oob.co.nz OOB manufactures premium organic ice cream and grows organic blueberries in Omaha, just north of Auckland. Come and dry our Organic Ice cream at the show.

Picot Productions Limited

Prenzel Whitford & Botany

Stand B5 www.theprenzelshop.co.nz Sampling NZ natural Liqueurs & Spirits, Infused Oils, Dressings & Sauces, Prenzel products will delight your tastebuds & excite you culiary imagination. Visit us for a ‘taste’ sensation!

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EXHIBITORS Puhoi Valley Cheese

Stand A16 www.puhoivalley.co.nz Come and enjoy some of the finest cheeses New Zealand has to offer! Puhoi Valley Cheese will be show casing our hand crafted range of specialty cheese and divine Puhoi Valley Yoghurts.

Purple Monkey Finger

Stand P15 www.purplemonkeyfinger.com Purple Monkey Finger is vodka made from local sweet potato (kumara). We make P.M.F using an old family moonshine recipe. See us for a sample.

Red Deer Wine

Salvare Estate

Stand B18 www.frappevino.co.nz Frappé Vino Wine Cocktail Mix – Mix all natural Frappe Vino with any white or red wine to make 2 litres of frozen wine cocktail, sorbet, slushy or desert.

Serious Brownee Limited

Stand P10 www.seriousbrownee.co.nz Serious Brownee – delicious & indulgent. Little luxuries in chocolate. Perfect personal or corporate gift. Order online – delivered nationwide.

Shott Beverages

Stand B1 www.reddeerwine.com RED DEER Wine is situated in the secluded, pristine Marlborough Sounds. Here we hand pick our grapes that flourish alongside the herd of Red Deer.

Stand D12 www.shott.co.nz Incredibly real, our flavour is to die for! Based in Petone, Wellington we manufacture a variety of real fruit syrups, coffee syrups and smoothie bases.

Red Hot Plancha

Stand G10 www.silverfernfarms.co.nz A CUT YOU’D EXPECT IN A RESTAURANT, AT A PRICE YOU’D EXPECT IN A SUPERMARKET. Our best tasting cuts are sourced from free range farms throughout New Zealand and are consistently lean and high quality.The range has been innovatively packaged for optimum freshness .

Stand G1 www.redhotplancha.co.nz RED HOT PLANCHA BBQ tables are patio tables that everyone sits around while cooking their own food on the BBQ Hot Plate in the middle.

Red Rock Deli

Stand B7 Discover truly deli-inspired snacks, created by foodies and chefs alike, using the finest quality, real, fresh ingredients to deliver the most authentic culinary experience.

Regal Salmon

www.regalsalmon.co.nz The Art of Entertaining. Regal Salmon host Sachie from Sachie’s kitchen, Brett McGregor and Nadia Lim – our guest masterchefs, demonstrating masterpieces you can re-create when entertaining at home.

Salash Delicatessen

Stand E2 www.salashdelicatessen.com Makers of premium quality dry-cured, coldsmoked and air-dried meat delicacies. Proudly handmade in the traditional way using only the finest natural ingredients.

Silver Fern Farms

Singapore Airlines

www.singaporeair.com An essential part of the Singapore Airlines experience is excellence in the food that we serve – our gourmet menu spans a wide range of delectable treats thoughtfully created by our renowned International Culinary Panel.

SOHO Wine Co

Stand C14 www.sohowineco.com “where sexy style meets New Zealand’s best winemakers”. Family owned vineyards & 3 outstanding winemakers... creating 5 star gold medal winning wines encapsulated in Tom Ford inspired packaging.

Squealing Pig Squealing Pig combines an irreverent, cheeky personality with premium wines that have unsurpassed taste and regional character. Squealing Pig is a great wine choice for those who want to stand out in a crowd and who strongly believe life is to be enjoyed.

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EXHIBITORS Stolen Rum

Stand D7 www.stolenrum.com Premium aged White and Gold rum – Centuries of Trinidadian rum heritage blended to meet the discerning palate of the contemporary wrongdoer.

Stoneline

Stand F17 www.stoneline.co.nz Stoneline cookware is a unique German product. It has the hardest scratch resistant surface. Stoneline offers healthy fat free cooking.

Sushi King

Stand P7 www.markocraft.co.nz SUSHI KING wooden sushi maker,left & righthand Kauri Spoons,Chopsticks,Kauri Boxes. 100% NZ made and NZ resource.

Te Hana

www.tehanasparkling.co.nz Te Hana is made from New Zealand grapes that ripen and intensify deliciously in our famous Kiwi sunlight – the essence of New Zealand in every bottle.

The Collective

Stand C9 www.thecollectivedairy.com The finest natural dairy products in the land – No Bull!!!

The Liquorice Den

Stand P2 www.theliquoriceden.co.nz New Zealand made flavoured liquorice confectionery.

The Neat Meat Company

Stand D5 www.neatmeat.com Neat Meats is a family owned and run business that sells New Zealands finest meat cuts into New Zealands finest restaurants, hotels, airlines and catering companies.

The NZ Manuka Egg Company

Stand P4 www.nzmanukaeggs.co.nz Manuka Smoked Eggs (still raw) and Manuka Smoke Concentrate (Liquid Smoke), devine and delicious. The “Secret ingredient” to any dish.

The People’s Wine

www.thepeopleswine.co.nz Artists express themselves through their work and equally winemakers use grapes and land to express their creativity. The People’s Wine – handcrafted inside and out.

The Specialist Winegrowers of NZ

Stand C1 www.tswnz.com The Specialist Winegrowers of New Zealand, Destiny Bay, Fairbourne, The Hay Paddock, No 1 Family Estate, Vinoptima, Wooing Tree.

The Village Press Limited

Stand F10 www.thevillagepress.co.nz New Zealand’s leading producer of Extra Virgin Olive Oils, infused oils and tapeandes and pesto’s. Consumer Magazine rated our Oils the top oils to buy.

The Whisky Shop

Stand B6 www.whiskyshop.co.nz Auckland’s slice of whisky heaven. Choose from over 500 different whiskies or visit us for a tasting in store. Live rural? Shop online, we deliver.

Three Miners Vineyard

Stand E6 www.threeminers.com Three Miners Vineyard is a family owned estate in Central Otago situated between Alexandra and Clyde. We have a tasting room and cellar door at the vineyard.

Tiki Wines & Hawkshead Wines

Stand B20 www.tikiwine.com Family owned Marlborough & Central Otago wine producers. Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Rose, Riesling, Pinot Noir all produced by us. We farm naturally.

TOHU Wines

Stand D13 www.tohu.co.nz Tohu is the world’s only 100% Maori owned wine company. Since 1998, Tohu has produced award winning wines from New Zealand’s premium wine growing areas: Marlborough, Nelson and Gisborne.

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EXHIBITORS Tourism Tasmania

www.discovertasmania.com With a selection of wines, cheeses, whiskey and more to delight your senses, discover why Tasmania is a World Apart and Not a World Away.

Whoopie

Turkish Bread

Stand P13 www.whoopie.co.nz We bake the tastiest Whoopie Pies and Whoopie Pops using fresh and all natural ingredients. Whoopie’s are the perfect sweet treat for all occasions.

Villa Maria Winery

Stand D11 www.wildappetite.co.nz NZ Made Gourmet Sauces and Condiments; Gluten Free Saute Sauces;Home of the Pizza Chef Oven; Come and taste on stand D11.

Vivid Photography

Stand D10 www.wildearthwines.co.nz Wild Earth Wines is family owned with 35ha of estate vineyards in two of Central Otago’s finest locations – Felton Rd, Bannockburn & Lakeside Pisa.

Stand F16 www.turkishbread.co.nz Authentic Handmade Turkish Breads, Pizza Bases, Crisps, Yoghurt Dukkah Dips & NEW Pizza Sauce – NO PRESERVATIVES & 100% NATURAL! Stand C16 www.villamaria.co.nz New Zealand’s most awarded wines. Proudly family owned, visit Villa Maria’s Auckland winery, Vineyard Café and Cellar Door – open 7 days. Stand A15 www.vividphotography.co.nz At Vivid Photography we understand that your family is unique, so our approach to portrait photography is unique. Our contemporary photo studio in Ponsonby is transformed into indoor playgrounds as we encourage you and your family to play, laugh and have fun together.

Waipara Hills Wine Estate

Stand G5 www.waiparahills.co.nz Waipara Hills wines have become famous for their intensity, character and complexity – a result of the innate contrasts in climate in New Zealand’s deep South. Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Central Otago Pinot Noir, Waipara Hills Riesling and Aromatics – premium, award winning wines from New Zealand.

Waiwera Water

Stand I5 www.waiwera .co.nz The therapeutic and curative properties of Waiwera water are legendary. For hundreds of years the local Māori revered it as ‘Te Rata’. ‘The Doctor’. Today, some 170 years later we are proud to say ‘the elixir of life’ is still bottled at source.

Whitestone Cheese

Stand A8 www.whitestonecheese.co.nz Artisan Cheese makers from North Otago, South Island, NZ. Produces 20 distinctly regional varieties including Windsor Blue, NZs most decorated cheese.

Wild Appetite

Wild Earth Wines

Wild on Waiheke & Wild Days Rum

Stand C18 www.wildonwaiheke.co.nz Wild on Waiheke, home of Waiheke Island Brewery, will be tasting 4 craft beers and Wild Days Rum accompained with our own Ginger Beer.

Wither Hills

www.witherhills.co.nz Through our hands on approach and meticulous attention to detail in the vineyard we craft a focused range of wines – Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir.

Zebra Zoo Ltd

Stand C7 www.zebrazoo.co.nz Sally Williams fine honey nougat is made entirely by hand in South Africa and exported globally. Available in almond, macadmia and belgium chocolate flavours.

ZESPRI International Limited

Stand F4 www.zespri.com New Zealand-based ZESPRI is the world’s most successful horticulture marketing company and the ZESPRI® Brand is recognised as the world leader in premium quality kiwifruit.

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