The F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic Winter 2018 programme launched this week, with more than 60 events spanning four weekends, from June 1–24.
This winter's line up will feature the finest local – and a few national - chefs, winemakers, foodies and other talented types uniting to produce a diverse array of dishes and experiences, in a range of locations across Hawke's Bay.
Events range from $25 to $275 and include everything from cooking demonstrations to dinners in luxury lodges, wine tastings, a battle to determine Hawke's Bay's best toasted sandwich, and truffle hunts.
A major drawcard includes the return of globally acclaimed chef and MasterChef judge, Josh Emett.
He will be teaming up with Terroir by Craggy Range Head Chef Casey McDonald to deliver an evening of wine and local produce at "Fine Wines of New Zealand Dinner" hosted at Craggy Range Winery.