Auckland is set to be taken over by a host of culinary delights towards the end of October. The impressive line-up of guest chefs and collaborations reaches far and wide, bringing together some of the biggest names in New Zealand’s culinary scene.
This year’s festival welcomes 13 pop-up restaurants including Nanam, Oyster & Chop, and Gourmet Hāngi.
Nanam, Taco Pao
A special Collab Kitchen brings together the talent of Josh Barlow, ex-Sugar Club, Phil Clark of Phil’s Kitchen, Hayden MacMillan, ex-Etta of Melbourne, Lucas Parkinson from Ode in Wanaka, and Nick Honeyman, of Paris Butter.
Nick Honeyman, Paris Butter
This year’s show will include a taste of the exquisite, with a dedicated zone for all things decadence—the Decadence Collective. Here you will find sashimi from the team at &Sushi, freshly shucked oysters from the Shucker Brother, and if that isn’t enough, cleanse the palate with a glass of No. 1 Family Estate Cuvee.
Shucker Brothers
Not only will there be a selection of classy food, but there will also be live music from Anna Coddington, Laughton Kora, Mister Speaker and Two Many Chiefs.
&Sushi
Some of the country’s leading wineries will be on hand to provide refreshments, including Mount Beautiful, Gibbston Valley, Villa Maria, Mount Michael, Yealands, Black Bar, Nautilus Estate and Palliser Estate. If wine isn’t your taste, indulge in a beer from Fortune Favours, New New New or Liberty Brewing.
Also on hand will be a selection of artisanal producers displaying their wares, including Appleby Farms Icecream, Blush Gin, Lone Bee Mead, Primal Future, Waiheke Herbs, La Petite Chocolate and Petal Cupcakes.
Lucas Parkinson, Ode
The festival is expected to draw crowds of around 20,000 people and offers foodies and producers an unparalleled experience.
For more information, please visit www.tasteofauckland.co.nz.
