Two of Auckland's hospitality kings are championing a new food festival.
Michael Dearth, of The Grove and Baduzzi fame, and top chef Nic Watt of Masu, Inca and Akarana Eatery are excited to be part of Indulge Auckland, taking place next February.
The event will bring new life to the event scene and also the America's Cup village where it will take place, combining food with top wineries and breweries.
"Indulge is truly innovative; it's an opportunity to bring the industry together and to celebrate all that is great about New Zealand," Watt says.
"For our industry to survive and thrive in the future, we need to connect people with the quality and craftsmanship, not only of our food and wine products but also with the experiences of how they're created and enjoyed.