New Zealand Food Awards Gala Dinner 2024 (R18)

Join us as we acknowledge the outstanding efforts of our 2024 finalists and announce this year’s winners at our gala dinner on 10 October at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland.

The gala dinner is an opportunity to connect, network and celebrate New Zealand's most innovative food and beverage producers.

You're invited to come and celebrate with the producers who are shaping and defining New Zealand's food and beverage landscape. Led by superstar sisters, previous MasterChef NZ Winners and food critic judges, Kārena and Kasey Bird, the event promises a night full of entertainment, fine dining and great company!

When: 6.30pm – 11.30pm, Thursday 10 October 2024. Doors open at 6.30pm for drinks and networking. Event starts at 7.00pm.

Location: Viaduct Events Centre, 161 Halsey Street, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland.

If you are arranging travel and accommodation for the event, please note that the Wynyard Crossing Bridge, connecting Wynyard Quarter to Quay Street is closed until further notice. Please plan to access the venue from Jellicoe Street and allow additional travel time if required. Further information about getting to and from Wynyard Quarter (including parking) can be found here.

Dress code: Black tie.

Ticket prices: Individual ticket $260 (excl. GST), table of 10 $2,450 (excl. GST).

You'll be given the opportunity when purchasing your tickets to make seating requests and confirm any dietary requirements. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at nzfoodawards@massey.ac.nz.

Tickets will be on sale from 9.00am, 30 August - 5.00pm, 30 September

See the full list of finalist for 2024.

For over 35 years, the New Zealand Food Awards, owned and operated by Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University, have enabled food and beverage producers to showcase their latest and greatest innovations, celebrating the people and mahi behind a product or business journey.

A symbol of food and beverage innovation, sustainability and excellence

To be awarded the New Zealand Food Award’s Quality Mark, a product or business has reached the pinnacle of New Zealand’s food and beverage industry. It is synonymous with technical capability, regulatory compliance, food quality and safety and consumer acceptability.

Supported by the forefront of industry

Massey University’s ownership stems from the role it plays at the forefront of food-related education and research in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. Massey University is also home to the largest collection of pilot-scale food processing plant and equipment in the southern hemisphere.

Judged by a cross-section of the sector

A cross-section of New Zealand’s leading food and beverage industry experts make up the judging panel, bringing technical, scientific, commercial and culinary expertise to the awards.

Backed by an influential Partner Network

The New Zealand Food Awards are supported by a partner network representing government agencies, industry associations and businesses, each playing an important role in the New Zealand food and beverage value chain. As a collective, the network delivers the resources and support needed to empower producers as they continue developing products at the forefront of the industry.

For more information visit www.foodawards.co.nz.