Mix of this and that perfect for Food Show launch

A mixture of chefs, celebrities, industry and media got a taste of what will be on offer at Food Show Auckland when it is held from 28 - 30 July at ASB Showgrounds.  The launch party at Hilton Auckland's Bellini Bar on July 21 showcased a variety of canapes, cocktails and the chance for guests to win a Taupo get away for two including a night's accommodation at Hilton Lake Taupo and a weekend hire of a Skoda. Dona White, chief executive officer of North Port Events opened the evening with the launch of the new Food Show website, Baking Theatre and the Masterclass Series offering visitors plenty of reasons to attend the 2011 event.  The new website features exhibitors profiles, show specials, new products, recipes, media clippings, detail on the Master Series, Cooking and Baking Threatres, allowing visitors to plan their Food Show itinerary and share it with friends through mediums such as facebook.

Enjoying the Hilton's paella Annabelle White, Food Show guest chef , left, and Dona White, North Port Events.  Annabelle will be in action at the Food Show Whittaker's Truffle Making Masterclass and the cooking demonstration: The delights of the NZ dinner party - what to serve to impress the boss	From left Bianca Bliekendaal, North Port Events; Rebecca Stewart, North Port Events; Jacob Feenstra, Hilton Auckland; Gavin White, North Port Events	The winner of the Taupo get away for two was Charlotte Ryan, 95bFM, left, with Dona White, North Port Events