The Taranaki Food & Drink Awards 2026 are back — and this year, we’re turning up the glamour and taking you back to the disco era!

Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating the incredible people, businesses and talent that make Taranaki’s food and hospitality scene one of the best in the country.

✨ DISCO FEVER ✨

For 2026, we’re bringing the disco to the awards!

Think 70s glamour, shimmering lights, mirror balls, sequins, bold colours, funky music and plenty of sparkle. Whether you go full disco diva, channel your inner Studio 54, or simply add a touch of glitter to your outfit — this is your chance to have some fun and embrace the theme.

Expect a night filled with great food, drinks, entertainment, awards, dancing and plenty of surprises, all wrapped up in a celebration of the people who make Taranaki hospitality what it is.

🏆 CELEBRATING OUR INDUSTRY

The Taranaki Food & Drink Awards are about recognising the hard work, passion, creativity and dedication that goes into making our region's hospitality and food scene so special.

From chefs and producers to restaurants, bars, cafés and hospitality teams, we'll come together to recognise the very best in the industry across our beautiful region.

So gather your team, bring your friends, dress to impress and get ready to boogie the night away!

🪩 Taranaki Food & Drink Awards 2026

✨ Disco Theme

🍽️ Celebrate. Recognise. Indulge. Dance.

Tickets are on sale now — secure yours and join us for Taranaki’s biggest night of food, drink and hospitality!

It’s time to get your disco on. 🕺💃