The Food Awards

Up Up N away again, this time for annal, oscars for the food industry, The NZ Food Awards, held at the spectacular Auckland War Museum at the top of Auckland Domain – love it.

Sponsored by Countdown and presented by the precious NiCi Wickes, she is soooooo friggin lovely.  I had a little skit to do, cooking with no hands ! Oi Andre, keep it clean!

We had a lovely 3 course meal, paired with Villa Maria Wines (sorry no pics, I was too hungry and only remembered afterwards):

Escabeche of Snapper, Whipped Avocado, Tapenade Toast, Spiced Aubergine Aggnoletti, Labneh, Roast Sirloin, Smoked Apple, Truffle Spinach, Game Chip

Filet of Beef, Caramelised Pear, Parsnip, Endive, Date Coffee

Poached Red Wine Pear Cinnamon Walnut Meringues, Tarragon, Blue Cheese Custard

Me and Ning from Countdown – he is such a fashionista

I'll be in my Suit N Tie!

I’ll be in my Suit N Tie!

If you can’t tell what we’re doing, we’re constructing a Caribbean Kiss Trifle.

Closer with the mic Niki!

Closer with the mic Niki!

Go on my son!

A beautiful night for the food trade – winners for dinners!

Nominated for newcomer of the year - must buy a bottle!

Nominated for newcomer of the year – must buy a bottle!