Kapiti Food Fair nearly ready to serve up for 2019
The Kapiti Food Fair is an iconic annual food & beverage event well know to vendors and visitors. We had 15,000+ visitors in 2017 which is super exciting and a significant event for Kapiti.
We are expecting more visitors this year - Saturday 1 December, 10am to 4pm at the Mazengarb Reserve, Paraparaumu. :)
Entry up to 18 free and $8/adult or $12/adult with canvas shopping bag (cash at gate only). Bring a sunhat, slap on some sunscreen & bring a picnic blanket.
Catch the train to Paraparaumu Railway Station & board the free Kapiti Kruzer bus circuit. Departing the Station at 10.08am, 11.08am, 12.08pm, 1.08pm, 2.08pm, 3.08pm. Kapiti Kruzer will return to the station at 10.38am, 11.38am, 12.38pm, 1.38pm, 2.38pm, 3.38pm.
ATM cash on-site for visitors, crowd friendly dogs on leads are welcome & 3 entertainment zones:
1. Beach FM Entertainment Zone
2. Zeal Busking Zone
3. Coastella Tiny Town Studio
The Hits Info Hub & The Tuatara Licenced Bar will operate along with 3 Kids zones:
1. Bouncy Monkeys and Jump
2. Adrenalin Laser Kapiti Coast
3. Colossal Circus
Celebrity Chef Brett McGregor will demonstrate his fresh & tasty magic.
Brett McGregor needs little introduction – he describes himself as a Masterchef, Author, Teacher and a Food & Wine Ambassador. In 2010 he was declared New Zealand’s first Masterchef – this was the catalyst for him to follow his bliss.
He says, the development of his culinary skills can only be attributed to one person, his mother! While his mum’s influence helped Brett learn important skills, it was through his mum and dad’s travels that he was first introduced to new flavours from all over the world. His cooking style is tasty, fresh, seasonal and easily achievable. Brett says, "food doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious."
Vision: To be an iconic F&B pop-up extravaganza that makes a lasting impression in the minds and bodies of all foodies
Mission: To be a fun and tasty day out for all foodies that fills your life with good friends, good times & good food.
Values: Professional, Integrity, Fun, Connected, Engaged, Healthy & hygienic.
The Kapiti Coast is an ideal location to host a food related event that attracts vendors from all around New Zealand. This is evident in our growth over the last six years with 80 sites in 2012 and 193 in 2017. The Mazengarb Reserve is an ideal location for vendors and visitors and it can handle growth for the future and meets event logistical needs.
In 2016, the Fair hit the top 20 NZ food festival list which is super exciting, motivating and supportive of our growth strategy.
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Positioning of the Fair continues to align itself to run the day before the popular Thorndon Fair in Wellington. There are many vendors that are influenced to attend particularly if they are from out of the region and they are registered to be at the Thorndon Fair.
Visitor facts 2017:
155 responses | 97% rating the Fair as an amazing or good event with sampling and buying food & drink being the highlight followed closely by the range of entertainment on offer | 58% of visitors came without kids and 39% came with kids between 5-15 years | 29% of kids loved the event while 13% did not | 76% of visitors will buy sampled products again | 85% were female and 75% were aged between 26-55 years with a further 20% being 56 or over and 5% below 25 | 81% said they will definitely visit next year and 95% will recommend to others | 23% of visitors bought the Fair jute shopping bag.
Kapiti Food Fair is sponsored by Air New Zealand, Bayleys Real Estate Wellington, BCE Catering Equipment, Kapiti Business Projects, Kapiti News, KOAKOA Limoncello, PartyPerfect Catering, Pope & Co Mortgages, SignCraft Kapiti, The Hits 92.7 & Tuatara Brewing.
Kapiti Food Fair is a current recipient of the Kapiti Mayor Events Fund. The Fair is supported by numerous local business in time and reduced cost of services, and is privately owned & operated in partnership by Kapiti Business Projects & PartyPerfect Catering. The Fair donates to Kapiti Rotary Charitable Trust & 49 Squadron Airforce Cadets.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.5% Yes
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22.7% No
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0.8% Other - I'll share below
Kapiti Coast Distilled: A Family and Friends' Foraged Gin
In an exciting development for local spirits enthusiasts, Elsewhere Gin has released a limited edition Kapiti expression that truly captures the essence of our coastal region.
This unique gin, priced at $95 per bottle, is the result of a heartwarming collaboration between Elsewhere Gin and Mark Rose's parents and their friends in Kapiti who embarked on a community foraging adventure, handpicking an array of native botanicals including kohekohe, kauri tips, strawberry guava, horopito, and kawakawa. These locally sourced ingredients were combined with classic gin botanicals, lemon, and rosemary to create a spirit that is both familiar and distinctly Kapiti.
The gin offers a sensory journey through our coastal landscape. It opens with subtle vanilla notes from the kohekohe, followed by the sweetness of strawberry guava. The addition of horopito lends a peppery kick, while kawakawa adds a unique herbal complexity. The finish showcases the zesty lemon and aromatic rosemary that grow abundantly in our region.
"This gin is a love letter to Kapiti," says Rose. "It's not just my creation, but a true community effort. Every sip tells a story of our unique ecosystem, our shared knowledge, and the incredible flavors we have right here in our backyard."
With only a small batch produced, this Kapiti gin is expected to sell out quickly. It's more than just a drink; it's a bottled experience of our local terroir and community spirit, perfect for those who appreciate the finer aspects of craft spirits and the beauty of our coastal home.
Available exclusively through Elsewhere Gin, please contact Michael Anderson for this limited edition gin that offers a rare opportunity to taste the Kapiti coast - and its community - in a glass.
Michael Anderson
021 620 065
Email; michael.anderson@xtra.co.nz
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
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