The Court of Master Sommeliers returns to Auckland this September
NZ Sommelier & Junior Sommelier of the Year Awards 2025
TUKU Māori Winemakers Collective wins Kāuta Producer of the Year Award
Young Viticulturist of the Year 2025 regional winners
Louis Roederer Top 100 Sommeliers 2025 launches in New Zealand
Canadian launches New Zealand moonshine crowdfunding campaign
Hospitality NZ supports stronger trespass laws to protect businesses
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Charlotte Cowan July 9, 2025
Candidates who successfully attain the Introductory Sommelier Certificate achieve formal globally-recognised qualifications.
Charlotte Cowan July 8, 2025
The awards recognise excellence in New Zealand and international wine knowledge for outstanding candidates working as a...
Charlotte Cowan July 3, 2025
The first Louis Roederer Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand is coming to Auckland on August 26, 2025....
Hospitality New Zealand says it supports the Government’s proposed changes to the Trespass Act, and believes they...
The Shout NZ July 2, 2025
Voted entirely by fellow bartenders from across Asia, this prestigious peer-voted accolade presented as part of the...
Charlotte Cowan June 27, 2025
Leaning into sports culture is an opportunity to increase both foot traffic into your bar, plus dwell...
Charlotte Cowan June 23, 2025
The majority of the medals this year went to France, Italy and Spain but with notably high...
Charlotte Cowan June 19, 2025
World Martini Day falls on the third Saturday in June each year and around the world martini...
Charlotte Cowan June 12, 2025
On the second Saturday of June, gin lovers unite to celebrate one of the most versatile spirits...
The awards recognise businesses that have demonstrated passion, innovation, and leadership in a challenging environment.
Charlotte Cowan June 11, 2025
HNZ confirmed a change of leadership at its Annual General Meeting.
The Hospitality New Zealand Conference and Trade Show, HNZ25 is underway at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition...
Charlotte Cowan June 16, 2025
We need to do everything we can to increase responsible drinkers, reduce hazardous drinkers and support responsible...
Charlotte Cowan June 3, 2025
Just 3% achieved Gold Outstanding, and 12% were awarded Gold – including seven from New Zealand.
Charlotte Cowan May 15, 2025
World Whisky Day is an annual, global day of whisky, which invites everyone to try a dram...
Charlotte Cowan April 11, 2025
The Association says it applauds the recognition of the shift in consumer preferences.
Charlotte Cowan April 10, 2025
The Bill looks to clarify or remove trading and service restrictions across four public holidays in the...
Charlotte Cowan April 8, 2025
Cameron Douglas MS explores some of the options in this month’s tasting guide.
Charlotte Cowan March 6, 2025
In our new Q&A series, we ask executives in the New Zealand liquor industry for insights into...
Charlotte Cowan February 3, 2025
A proposed bylaw could allow the Council to set its own fees.
Charlotte Cowan January 30, 2025
After clocking in six months in his role as CEO, Morgan shares his vision for the brand...
Charlotte Cowan December 9, 2024
The policy requires all off-premise businesses to stop alcohol sales after 9pm each night.
The Shout NZ July 1, 2025
Don't miss the final pour - the third and final day of Fine Food NZ is on...
Charlotte Cowan June 26, 2025
The Diana International Research Conference brings together top researchers and industry experts from around the world.
Three breweries from South Korea will travel to Wellington for Beervana, where they'll be joined by more...
Charlotte Cowan May 28, 2025
The partnership showcases the island's artisan beverage scene in an immersive tasting experience.
Charlotte Cowan May 22, 2025
The awards will be presented over two evenings at HNZ25.
Charlotte Cowan May 20, 2025
Managed by the Brewers Guild of New Zealand, the awards celebrate excellence in brewing and industry-wide achievements.
Charlotte Cowan May 14, 2025
Now in its 21st year, the NZ International Wine Show awards more medals to New Zealand wines than...
Charlotte Cowan May 5, 2025
The dinner will celebrate the finest in local and international spirits.
Charlotte Cowan April 29, 2025
The Shout NZ readers can access an exclusive 20% discount on tickets for Australia’s biggest marketing conference.
Waimarino Lodge, a new lakeside retreat now under construction on the shores of Lake Wakatipu near Queenstown...
A new industry survey from Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) and Ringa Hora Services Workforce Development Council...
The Headwaters Eco Lodge has launched a series of hosted stargazing experiences in New Zealand’s latest International...
America’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill,’ passed by the US Congress and signed by President Donald J. Trump,...
July 4, 2025
One of New Zealand’s most iconic buildings – the rustic Cardrona Hotel – is on the market....
July 2, 2025
At a busy kitchen in Singapore amid serving 40,000 consumers a day, Executive Chef Harish Arya has...
The Burnt Chef Project – a global non-profit social enterprise committed to eradicating mental health stigma in...
July 1, 2025
Deep beneath Auckland’s Queen Street, where time slows and the city’s pulse fades into the background, The...
This August, Auckland’s city centre transforms into a dining destination like no other, as Heart of the...
Key Star Wars characters responsible for bringing the galaxy saga to life on big and small screens...
June 30, 2025
With a proven track record of driving industry growth, the biennial Fine Food New Zealand has returned...
June 27, 2025
Invercargill apprentice chef, Sam Kissell has been named the South Island regional winner in the prestigious Nestlé...
