NEW ZEALAND'S PREMIER WINE, FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Organisers have declared the event a huge success. “We were blessed with blue skies and sunshine, ensuring that all 10,000 ticketholders had a fantastic day out,” says Rachael Fletcher, Toast Martinborough's General Manager.
Eleven vineyards hosted the event, offering festival-goers a once-a-year opportunity to taste the award-winning wines for which Martinborough is famous, savour superb food from top restaurants in Wellington and Wairarapa, and enjoy live music from some of New Zealand's most well known performers.
For Phil McGregor of Wellington, the day brought excitement and exhilaration. He discovered a ‘Golden Ticket' hidden in his festival francs, winning him a $1,000 package that included a helicopter flight over the festival and a personal ‘Toast butler' catering to his every whim on the day.
“In 20 years, Toast Martinborough has become a must-do outing for visitors from around New Zealand and all over the world,” says Fletcher. “The original 5,000 tickets have grown to 10,000 and tickets now sell in minutes rather than hours.
“This is a huge endorsement of the passion and commitment that go into every festival, which year after year delivers a unique world-class experience.”
Entries came from far and wide - and boy are there some incredible Toast Martinborough Fans out there. But, there can only be one winner. So, congratulations to Michelle Potter of Wellington, the Ultimate Toast Martinborough Fan. The competition was fierce, and there were many fantastic entries, making it a very difficult task for our judges! However, there could only be one winner.
Michelle has attended all but 2 of the 19 festivals so far, due to overseas commitments. Her now husband proposed to her at the 18th festival, between 2 rows of vines. She was pregnant for the 19th festival, and this year baby will be in tow to celebrate the 20th! Michelle wins 4 tickets to the 2011 festival, 3 nights accommodation in Martinborough, and a case of delicious Martinborough wine to enjoy. Congratulations - and thanks to the many people that entered. It's been wonderful hearing all the wierd and wonderful stories of dedication to the cause!
We'd like to extend a huge thanks to all the friends of Toast who voted for their favourite Toast poster over the past few weeks. The poster gallery was a resounding success gauging by the number of visitors. We're glad you enjoyed the collection as much as we enjoyed putting it together. The votes have been tallied and it turns out that the most loved poster we've produced is in fact this year's! Yes, the 2011 poster received the most votes and that's marvelous to hear because we endeavour to make it more fantastic each year.
So, the medal table is as follows:
1st - 2011 poster
2nd - 2008 poster
3rd - 2007 poster
Click here to see the previous years' posters.
Now, some of you were perhaps motivated to vote by the lure of winning two tickets to this year's sold out festival - fair enough. So without further ado, we'd like to congratulate... Matthew Pettengell! We hope you and a friend have a fantastic time November 20th, helping us celebrate 20 years of Toast! Plus, you receive a framed copy of your favourite poster to hang proudly in your home.
Cheers all. Hope to see you enjoying the spoils of the fabulous Martinborough region soon.
Nov 2010
Wine and food lovers from around the country enjoyed a fantastic day out at the 19th annual Toast Martinborough Wine Food and Music Festival on Sunday.
Despite damp conditions in the morning, the weather cleared for a great afternoon, with festival-goers enjoying award-winning local wines and culinary delights made from local produce, while being entertained by some of the country's best live performers.
The festival has once again lived up to its reputation of providing the perfect setting for enjoying the company of friends, with fine wines, great food and live entertainment – all within picturesque surroundings.
Newcomers to Toast Martinborough this year, Fratelli (situated at Vynfields) brothers Carlo and Ferdi were thrilled by the win.
Dish editor Victoria Wells says it was a great win by Fratelli Restaurant. "It's wonderful to see a dish that makes such good use of local produce, even down to locally grown vegetables. Congratulations to chef Ming Poon and his team on winning the inaugural Dish Local Flavours Award at Toast Martinborough this year."
Festival patrons who list the correct Fratelli dish in the TASTE OF TOAST competition have the chance to win a luxury weekend in Martinborough and one of 30 DISH Magazine subscriptions. Click here to learn more.
MAIN PRIZE WINNER: Alyson Palmer - Tauranga
30 Dish Magazine subscriptions www.dish.co.nz
TICKETS SOLD OUT
Toast Martinborough Wine, Food and Music Festival continues to be New Zealand's hottest wine event, with tickets selling out soon after going on sale.
Tickets to the event to be held on Sunday 21 November sold out in just 15 minutes.
Click HERE to view the Festival Programme for 2010
The Friends preferential ticketing period is from 9am Monday 20 September to 5pm Friday 1 October.
As our principal sponsor Tranz Metro provide extra train services for the day of Toast Martinborough. We offer the available carriages exclusively to our Friends members. There is a 9.30am and 10.15am train service, and we also have a 9.30am coach service to help with the demand. Seats are $39 and $36 each return respectively and you can book up to 6. Travel bookings will be available from the 15th of September and several reminders once they are on sale. Seats are sold strictly on a first in first served basis however we endeavour to accommodate all our members.
All friends members have received emails from Toast Martinborough providing more information about tickets and train & bus options and any other IMPORTANT DATES.
IMPORTANT DATESToast 2010 is getting closer and the anticipation is building! Despite the economic climate we have been overwhelmed with the number of Friends membership this year so it will be yet another fantastic Toast Martinborough on Sunday 21 November.
Check out our programme for a sneak preview of this year's programme - there are some exciting vineyards, caterers and entertainment acts.
FRIENDS OF MARTINBOROUGH MEMBERS
The Friends preferential ticketing period begins on 20 September and travel bookings for members will be available within the next week. JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP NOW
Memberships for 2010 close on the 13th of September so if your friends and family haven't renewed now is the time. Do let us know if you have any questions and remember to keep us up to date with any changes in your contact details.
The Friends preferential ticketing period is from 9am Monday 20 September to 5pm Friday 1 October.
As our principal sponsor Tranz Metro provide extra train services for the day of Toast Martinborough. We offer the available carriages exclusively to our Friends members. There is a 9.30am and 10.15am train service, and we also have a 9.30am coach service to help with the demand. Seats are $39 and $36 each return respectively and you can book up to 6. Travel bookings will be available from the 15th of September and several reminders once they are on sale. Seats are sold strictly on a first in first served basis however we endeavour to accommodate all our members.
All friends members will receive emails from Toast Martinborough in the next few days with more information about tickets and train & bus options and IMPORTANT DATES.
PUBLIC TICKET SALE DATE 6th October 2010 Click HERE to learn how to purchase your tickets
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