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Food and wine events to mark in your diary

Events round-up for your diary.

JUNE 6 JUNE 16 Matariki Festival Hangi

ELLEN MELVILLE CENTRE, AUCKLAND

Tuck into some delicious kai while celebrating and learning about Māori culture at this free event. eventfinda.co.nz

2019 FGS Chocolatte

CHRISTCHURCH

Fo Guang Shan invite you to their Riccarton event for some coffee, choc and chat. eventfinda.co.nz

Renault French Festival JULY 11 – 14

AUCKLAND

Four days of bliss for Francophiles; wander the French market, and enjoy fine food, live music and delicious wines. iticket.co.nz

Winter F.A.W.C! JUNE 7 – 30

HAWKE’S BAY

Winter in Hawke’s Bay means blue skies, fireside vino and a host of culinary goodness at the Food and Wine Classic. fawc.co.nz

Nourish Exhibition JUNE 17 - 28

AUCKLAND

A celebration of ceramics, where every creation is a must-see!

ceramics.co.nz Mid-winter Feast JULY 20

HOBBITON, WAIKATO Take a trip to the Shire to enjoy mulled wine in a hobbit-sized chair by the fire. hobbitontours.com

Winetopia JUNE 14 – 15

AUCKLAND

Rub shoulders with wine scene personalities and raise a glass to the vibrant, crafted wines on offer. winetopia.co.nz

Seriously Good Food Show JUNE 29 – 30

BAY OF PLENTY

Live cooking theatres, a food truck hub, culinary treats... this event ticks all our boxes. seriouslygoodfoodshow.co.nz

The Food Show JULY 25 – 28

AUCKLAND

Indulge in the tastiest food and drink, and pick up new products that will become your go-to at NZ’S biggest food fest. foodshow.co.nz