This year’s food industry stars were announced at a glittering Gala dinner at Auckland’s Town Hall, with Minister Jo Goodhew and many other dignitaries in attendance.
The New Zealand Food Awards, in association with Massey University, recognise innovation and excellence by our largest export sector. As a leading provider of knowledge for food and health innovation in New Zealand, Massey University owns and organises the awards. The awards are a highlight on the industry calendar and each year showcase the best of the best of New Zealand’s food industry.
Earlier in August, 47 products were named as national finalists in the New Zealand Food Awards for 2015. Competition was particularly tough this year with entries up 40% compared to 2014. Inspiring products and innovations from 79 food and beverage producers were vying for an award.
Congratulations to all the winners and finalists!
2015 NZ Food Awards Winners
Chilled/Short Shelf Life Award | MASSEY UNIVERSITY SUPREME AWARD
Magill’s Butchery Ltd
Magill’s Slow Cooked Pulled Hereford Beef
Frozen Award
The Lovely Little Food Co.
I Love Pies Really Good Sausage Rolls
Convenience Award
Blue Frog Breakfast
Kaipara Kumara, Maple and Mixed Spice Cereal
MPI New Cultivators/Primary Producers Award
NZ Hothouse Ltd
Strawberry Tom
Massey University Health & Wellness Award
The Pure Food Co
The Pure Food Co
The FOODBOWL Novel Ingredients Award
Ahi Ka Tonics
Ahi Ka Tonics
Villa Maria Beverages Award
Waiwera Global Limited
Waiwera ‘Spiced Gold’ Rum
Indulgent Award
Dr Feelgood LIMITED
Dr Feelgood Hand Made Ice Pops, Raspberry Lime and Coconut
AsureQuality Food Safety Award
Brink’s Chicken
Brink’s Free Range Manuka Smoked Whole Chicken
Deli
Brink’s Chicken
Brink’s Free Range Manuka Smoked Breast Deli Roll
Rabobank Business Innovation Award
Tasman Bay Food Group
Tasman Bay Food Group
NZTE Export Innovation Award
Tasman Bay Food Group
Juicies Tubes
Dry Award
Barker’s of Geraldine
Barker’s of Geraldine Preserves
Gourmet Award
Raglan Coconut Yoghurt Ltd
Raglan Coconut Yoghurt
