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Attention Writers, Chefs, Front of House and guests

We want to hear all those stories from the pantry. Write a short story of no less than 300 words describing anything to do with the culinary industry, be it behind the kitchen scenes, gastronomic affair, a desription of food indulgence, a memoir of travels, think Anthony Bourdain, Julia Child, Nigel Slater, etc, unleash your gastronomic writing talents. Please submit all stories to info@tastefood.co.nz by 15th September.

Judged by Johnny Schwass, Norman Engel and The Press

Winner announced by Joe Bennett at the Hats of Gala Dinner and read to the prominant crowd.

Winner receives signed books by Joe Bennett, Al Brown and Chris Fortune, printed in The Press, a case of red wine (must be over 18 years to receive wine), dinner for two at Taste at Riccarton House and your story printed in the Hall of Feast Fame.