Celebrating Emerging Talent: The Key to a thriving food tech scene in New Zealand

Celebrating Emerging Talent: The Key to a thriving food tech scene in New Zealand

FoodHQ is a proud partner of the New Zealand Food Awards, sponsoring the Emerging Talent: Food Science and Technology award.

New Zealand has a well-earned reputation for producing top-quality food and beverages. But behind every great product is a vibrant world of food innovation: where ideas turn fresh produce into exciting, value-added foods that resonate with consumers and keep up with market trends.


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An insight into being a consumer judge

An insight into being a consumer judge

Amanda Dupas De Matos, Senior Research Officer from the Food Experience and Sensory Testing (Feast) Lab, who was one of the consumer judges for the 2025 New Zealand Food Awards.

Being a consumer judge was a unique experience that brought together my professional expertise and personal passion for food and beverages.


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Entries now open for the 2025 New Zealand Food Awards

Entries now open for the 2025 New Zealand Food Awards

Aotearoa New Zealand’s most innovative food and beverage producers - it’s your time to shine by entering the 2025 New Zealand Food Awards. 

Entering the New Zealand Food Awards is an investment in your success.
It offers industry and consumer recognition, credibility, and access to a network of experts and partners dedicated to supporting innovation and excellence in the food and beverage industry.


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How to submit a winning entry

How to submit a winning entry

We’ve collated some useful tips to help guide you when completing your entry.

From category selection and terms and conditions, to storytelling and compliance, there is a lot to consider when entering the New Zealand Food Awards. Before you get started, check out these helpful tips.


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Match Making with Cuisine

Match Making with Cuisine

Cuisine is proud to sponsor the Artisan Award category, honoring producers who are committed to preserving the integrity of the highest-quality ingredients. In this independent feature, Cuisine's Fiona Smith explores the winners and finalists of the 2024 New Zealand Food Awards' Artisan Award, showcasing how these exceptional ingredients can transform fine dining into an accessible and inspiring experience.

For insights and inspiration read the full blog.


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From Orchard to Market: The Role of Food Safety in Global Trade

From Orchard to Market: The Role of Food Safety in Global Trade

New Zealand Food Safety Deputy Director-General Vincent Arbuckle, discusses why food safety is imperative for food and beverage producers in his latest blog.

This year, we saw the results of exceptional food safety systems and culture in the finalists for the Primary Sector Award. We recognise the good work of food and beverage businesses, which means consumers here and overseas can rely on the safety, authenticity, and suitability of our kai (food).


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Rising above the rest: A butter that’s better and baking powder win big at 2024 New Zealand Food Awards

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Rising above the rest: A butter that’s better and baking powder win big at 2024 New Zealand Food Awards

An alternative butter spread made of pure avocado oil has been crowned as Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University’s Supreme Award winner at the 2024 New Zealand Food Awards.

Vutter Avo Spreadable by Feliz Wholefoods took out the highest honour of the night, while the other big award, the Product Lifetime Achievement Award, went to iconic Kiwi classic Edmonds Baking Powder.


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We’re backing KiwiHarvest again at the gala dinner!

Announcements,Blog

We’re backing KiwiHarvest again at the gala dinner!

After last year’s massive success of the marketplace at the gala dinner, we’re pleased to announce we’re backing KiwiHarvest, our 2022 Food Hero Award winner again as our nominated charity partner.

With the generosity of our guests, we were able to help KiwiHarvest to rescue over 1,700kg of unwanted food and deliver 4,890 meal equivalents into the community and this year we’re excited to see what we can do!

KiwiHarvest reduces the negative impacts of food waste on our environment by redistributing excess food; helping to create lasting positive social change by nourishing those in need.


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