New Zealand Food Awards Gala Dinner 2023

Join us as we acknowledge the outstanding efforts of our 2023 finalists and announce this year's winners at our gala dinner on 19 October at Aotea Centre in Auckland. The event is a night full of entertainment, fine dining and great company.

Doors open at 6.30pm for drinks and networking. Event starts at 7.00pm.

When: 6.30pm – 11.30pm, Thursday 19 October 2023

Location: Aotea Centre, 50 Mayoral Drive, Auckland

Parking: There are several public and on-site car parks near our venue, please see this car parking map.

Dress code: Black tie

Ticket Prices: Individual ticket $230 (excl. GST), Table of 10 $2,250 (excl. GST).

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

Tickets on sale 8.00am, 16 August - 12.00pm, 11 October

The ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in New Zealand food and beverage.

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. The awards celebrate food innovation, excellence, and sustainability. The Quality Mark remains the pinnacle of excellence in the food and beverage industry in Aotearoa. Massey University's ownership of the New Zealand Food Awards stems from the role it plays at the forefront of food-related education and research in Aotearoa New Zealand, and globally. It reflects the university's commitment to promoting innovation in the food industry and supporting the growth and development of this important sector of New Zealand's economy. Massey University is home to the largest collection of pilot-scale food processing equipment in the Southern Hemisphere. From food science and product development to nutrition and dietetics, as well as farming and horticulture, Massey University’s name is synonymous with New Zealand’s innovative food sector and has been for decades.