Join us for an Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards Winner Dinner
Our expert panel of judges tasted hundreds of products to find New Zealand’s Outstanding producers – now it’s your chance.
Join us and some of this country’s top chefs at an exclusive Winner Dinner which will showcase the finest products from the 2018 Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards. You’ll enjoy four delicious courses, matched with Ara’s award-winning wines. Get a group together than book early to avoid disappointment. These Outstanding dining experiences will sell out! All dinner prices include a four- course menu with wine matches.
TUESDAY 31 JULY, 6PM Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill, Auckland Price: $125
Head chef, Shaun Tyagi will prepare a stunning menu with a focus on champion products including a selection from the greater Auckland region. Harbourside is an iconic restaurant overlooking the Auckland harbour. Shaun has an impressive list of culinary achievements including finalist status in the Ora King Awards 2016 and 2017. Bookings: ph 09 307 0556 or harbourside.co
THURSDAY 16 AUGUST, 6PM Vault 21, Dunedin Price: $90
Vault 21 is known for its fusioninspired dining experience using the best ingredients, treating produce with respect and working closely with suppliers. Head chef Greg Piner loves cooking with Otago regional produce. He is a three-time finalist in the Silver Fern Farms Restaurant Awards and it’s this dedication to excellence and his relationships with producers which Greg will use to create an Outstanding menu. Bookings: ph 03 425 9181 or vault21.co.nz
Price: $130 WEDNESDAY 19 SEPTEMBER, 6PM Prefab Hall, Wellington
New Zealand’s queen of cuisine and entertainment features contributor for NZ Life & Leisure, Ruth Pretty is creating a special menu at the event space, Prefab Hall, using New Zealand produce champions and medalists for this exclusive Winner Dinner. Everyone knows an evening hosted by Ruth and her team is an Outstanding experience – don’t miss this one! Bookings: ruthpretty.co.nz
WEDNESDAY 26 SEPTEMBER, 6PM Bloody Mary's, Christchurch Price: $99
You'll enjoy outstanding dishes with a South Island flavour prepared by Bloody Mary's executive chef Mark MacManus. In 2017 he created a superb menu using local winners and is planning another special menu for this year's event. Some missed out last year, so make sure you book early as this dinner will sell out! Bookings: outstandingfoodproducer.nz