Celebrating inspiring Kiwis who harvest, grow and produce New Zealand’s Outstanding food and drink.
NZ-Made Pasta Leads 10th Celebration of New Zealand’s Finest Food Producers
From a NZ-made pasta being named Leefield Station Supreme Champion at the 10th Outstanding Food Producer Awards to an exceptional lineup of Category Champions and medal winners, the 2026 awards celebrate the Kiwis who harvest, grow and make outstanding food and non-alcoholic drink. Explore the products and producers recognised by our independent judging panel.
Explore, Create, Taste
The ‘Outstanding’ flavours shaping Aotearoa’s food story; award-winning producers, inspiring recipes, expertly crafted drinks and perfect Leefield Station wine pairings.
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Producers, Makers, Creators
Behind every Outstanding Food Producer is a story of passion, craftsmanship, and dedication to creating exceptional food and drink. From family-run farms and artisan makers to innovative creators pushing boundaries, discover the people shaping the flavours of Aotearoa
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MONTY & SONS
Matangi, is a testament to the fact that world-class quality and sustainable farming can be one and the same.
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BYD Auto New Zealand Sustainability Champion:
HŌHEPA HAWKES BAY
Hōhepa Hawke’s Bay is BYD New Zealand Sustainability Champion in 2026 - the second year in a row the producer has been awarded this coveted accolade.
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