AWARDS
MEDAL WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT
2020 OUTSTANDING
NZ FOOD PRODUCER AWARDS
In a world that’s a little topsy-turvy it’s wonderful to have an opportunity
to celebrate great New Zealand produce with the announcement of 2020
Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards medal winners.
Twenty-five judges and
eight stewards worked
in panels to assess a
record 225 food and
drink entries at AUT School of
Hospitality & Tourism. Following
the judges’ assessment of aroma,
appearance, taste, texture and
quality which accounted for 75%
of marks, products were assessed
for sustainability and brand
story. Shoppers will recognise
outstanding food and drink as they
proudly wear Outstanding NZ Food
Producer Awards gold, silver and
bronze medals—a guarantee of
product quality.
For the fourth year, judging was
overseen by champion of NZ
produce, Lauraine Jacobs. She
noted it it was exciting to see many
more entries, all of which displayed
great depth of innovation and
attention to detail in production.
“The judging team welcomed back
many long-term producers and
were pleased to note consistency
and continued excellence in every
aspect including presentation
and sustainability, of our food. It
was equally exciting to have the
opportunity to examine many
first-time entries that were original,
delicious and often inventive.”
“I encourage food lovers to seek
out the medal winners’ products
and show their support for our
farmers and food producers by
endeavouring to always buy local
New Zealand produce when
possible.”
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