What is Fine Food New Zealand?

Fine Food New Zealand is New Zealands only international food and food service trade event, established in 2010 by two leading event companies: North Port Events (organisers of highly successful shows such as The Food Show and The ASG Parent and Child Show) and Diversified Exhibitions (organisers of Fine Food Australia and other events). Fine Food New Zealand has already proven itself as the most dynamic and comprehensive event ever held for the New Zealand food and food service industry, with high levels of satisfaction reported from exhibitors and visitors alike.

When is the exhibition open?

Sunday 17 June 2012 10am - 5pm

Monday 18 June 2012 10am - 5pm

Tuesday 19 June 2012 10am - 5pm

 

Where is the exhibition being held?

Fine Food New Zealand is located at the ASB Showgrounds, 217 Greenlane Road West, Epsom. To see more about the venue, visit www.asbshowgrounds.co.nz

 

How do I get to the venue?

Take either the Market Road or Greenlane exit from the Southern Motorway.
For public transport information, call MAXX 09 366 6400, text 3666, or visit www.maxx.co.nz. If you're travelling by car, there is plenty of parking available on-site. Visitor parking costs $6 at the showgrounds and across the road at Alexandra Park Raceway. The venue is around 30 minutes by taxi from the airport.

 

Will there be any special events?

Yes. There will be a range of special events designed to educate and entertain. You can expect a fresh twist on industry seminars, chef theatre, live demonstrations, and new industry competitions. Updates can be found in the Special events section.

 

What sort of products will I see?

You will be able to see and taste thousands of new national and international food and beverage ideas and can try out the latest equipment. To help you find your way around, there are special sections for each category:

Food

Bakery, beverages, confectionery, deli, dairy, meat and seafood, natural products, wine, international cuisine.

Food service equipment

Bakery, blenders, cabinets, cookware, dishwashers, flooring, fridges, fryers, ice makers, kitchenware, ovens, packaging.

Hospitality Equipment

Audiovisual, barware, bedding, cleaning, entertainment, furniture, interiors, pos systems, security, tableware, uniforms.

New trends

New products, new services, new technology, and new cutting-edge ideas shaping the industry’s future.

 

Can I exhibit at the show?

Yes. Stands available – see prices and floor plan here. Please contact our contact our sales team to discuss availability. 

 

Who can attend?

Fine Food New Zealand is a trade-only event. Admission is restricted to professional persons working in the food, drink and equipment industries. Persons not in these categories (including children) will not be admitted at any time. Identification may be required at the door.

 

Can students attend?

Students enrolled in a hospitality course at a tertiary level or registered apprentices may attend the show if they have the appropriate student identity card. Primary and secondary school students will not be admitted at any time, regardless of any courses they may be studying.

 

Can I bring my family?

No. This is a business event and entry is restricted to those people actually working in the industry. The only exception is infants under one year that cannot be separated from their primary caregiver. If you bring an infant, we strongly recommend you carry them in a pouch instead of a pram, due to crowds.

 

Are there child-minding facilities?

No. If you are travelling we suggest you organise a baby-sitter through your hotel or by looking up 'Baby Sitting' in the Yellow Pages or www.yellow.co.nz

 

Will I need to bring identification with me?

Yes. Proof of industry involvement may be requested at the registration counters or the entrance. We suggest you bring along a business card, invoice, or company documentation along with personal identification such as a driver's licence or passport.

 

How much does it cost to attend?

Admission is $20. However you can avoid the entry fee by registering online before 10 June 2012. After this date you will have to purchase a ticket at the door.

 

Can I register?

Yes. You can register online before 10 June 2012. If you have been sent an invitation in the mail you will still need to register online before 10 June. Entry is $20 at the door if you haven’t registered online before
10 June.

 

When is the next show?

Fine Food New Zealand is a biennial event. The next show is 17–19 June 2012.

 

Who are the organisers?

Fine Food New Zealand is brought to you by the organisers of New Zealand’s premier consumer food exhibition, The Food Show – and the organisers of Australia’s biggest and most prestigious food trade show, Fine Food Australia. More information on the organisers.

 

What are the organisers saying about the event?

"Food, food service, and hospitality are some of New Zealand's largest and most vital sectors supporting both tourism and agriculture. Fine Food New Zealand unifies these industries with a show that is broad, energetic, and attracts large numbers of top domestic and international buyers."
Dona White
CEO of North Port Events (organisers of The Food Show and joint organiser of Fine Food New Zealand).

"Now New Zealand has a trade show that brings everything food together - and provides exhibitors with high quality visitors across retail, food service, and hospitality. The show differentiates itself from other food events through being more comprehensive, more professional, and more international - all with the aim of achieving maximum results for our exhibitors."
Matt Pearce
CEO of Diversified Exhibitions (Organisers of Fine Food Australia and joint organiser of Fine Food New Zealand).