Hawke's Bay Wine Celebration 2018

Wine-lovers, you do not want to miss out on this one. Join the Bay's best wine producers and local artisans for two delicious events, bringing a flavour of the region to both Auckland and Wellington.
Savour the unique flavour of the Hawke's Bay during one night only this August. The ever-popular Hawke’s Bay Wine Celebration is back, bringing with it a stellar line-up of 37 boutique and estate wineries.
Sip your way to satisfaction, with more than 200 delicious drops on hand throughout one fabulous night out. This exclusive evening – set to take place in both Auckland and Wellington – is a unique chance to get up close and personal with Hawke’s Bay’s talented winemakers and wine experts and wax lyrical about everything from tasting tips to upcoming vintages.
Exchange tasting notes with some of the industry's most renowned wineries and enjoy a unique taste of champion varietals like Chardonnays, Aromatic whites, Red Blends and Hawke’s Bay’s iconic Syrah. Whether you’re a wine aficionado or novice, there will be something for everyone including new release wines and special classics.
Ahead of their upcoming festival, the team from F.A.W.C!, Food and Wine Classic, Hawke’s Bay’s leading food and wine event, will be on hand throughout the evening, offering exclusive ticket access, need-to-know details and deals for those heading to the bay for Summer F.A.W.C! this November.
Auckland: Hawke's Bay Wine Celebration will take place in Auckland on August 22, at Generator. To secure your tickets, see here.
Wellington: Hawke's Bay Wine Celebration will take place in Wellington on August 23, at Mac's Function Centre. To secure your tickets, see here.
latest issue:
Issue #122
Our latest of dish is an absolute bumper issue, packed with over 70 recipes! We start by chatting with the MasterChef Australia judges and Kiwi contestant Ben Mcdonald before cooking up the very best of what’s in season. Then we make freezer meals easy and delicious with double-batch cooking. Next up we share some of our faves including Pretzel-crumbed Chicken Schnitty and French Onion Soup Mac and Cheese. Then we whip up warming curries, tempting dinners for two, epic sides like our Parmesan-crusted Roasted Potatoes, and crowd pleasers like our cover-star Miso French Onion Chicken. We finish up with irresistible sweet treats and a run-down of top Aussie shiraz!