Pass it along - Star Group is delighted to be takingpart in this year's Visa Wellington on a Plate, and we’re serving upexperiences worth talking about. From hands-on seafood feasts and undercoverwine tastings to burgers that are sure to spark conversation, the theme “Wordof Mouth” couldn't be more fitting.
Thursday, 13 & 20 August, 5.30pm
Rollup your sleeves and dig into a Southern-style seafood feast at Coene's. Knownfor its fresh seafood and picturesque waterfront setting, the restaurant isswapping any formalities for something a little messier this Wellington On a Plate.
Inspired by seafood boils and theconversation-starting WOAP theme, Ocean Feast is a hands-on, share-style dinnerdesigned to bring people together. Across two exclusive evenings, guests can dive into generous seafood platters, with a glass of Prosecco on arrival andthree courses. It's a celebration of fresh seafood, good company and the joy ofgathering around the table.
Monday, 3 August, 7pm
Pull up a chair for this unique culinary journey between Paris and Cape Town, inspired by Business Leader, Emma Roustand's French origin and Sous Chef Leigh Johnson's South African heritage. The menu blends the bold flavours of South Africa with the elegance of classic French cuisine, and celebrates New Zealand produce through inventive dishes like Boeuf Bourguignon with a South African twist, and crème brûlée topped with a koeksister. The drinks menu resembles a passport, featuring three exclusive cocktails inspired by both cultures. Guests will be treated to the story of two cultures meeting on the plate with every touch, embodying the “Word of Mouth” theme in a feast to remember.
Wednesday 2 August, 4pm
Put together a team and put your palate to the test at Licence to Sip, Southern Cross’s interactive Wellington On a Plate wineexperience with Spy Valley. The “Word of Mouth” theme is woven through everylayer of this event - part wine tasting, part undercover mission. Your teamwill solve clues, crack codes and unlock premium Spy Valley wines withchef-crafted canapés served at every stage. With guided wine commentary,unexpected twists and prizes for the top teams, it’s a tasting experience guaranteed to get you talking
3-23 August | Participating Wellington venues
Star Group is proudly part of Burger Wellington, and this year's Word of Mouth theme is inspiring our 21 seriouslyconversation-starting creations.
Head to Master Kong for the Ayam Mouth cracker.Anything but subtle, this burger brings the heat with an Indonesian-stylemarinated chicken patty, avocado jalapeño crema and fiery sambal, and the funtoo with popping candy that crackles in your mouth. Crunchy slaw and a briochebun round out this textural treat, and it’s served with a side of crab rangoonwontons.
Fox Glove’s Hot Gossip! burger builds on the ideathat everyone knows everyone in Wellington - IYKYK. It’s spicy, bold, and alittle bit scandalous, with a perfectly cooked beef patty, Swiss cheese andsmoked jalapeño mayo. This is perfectly paired with pickled red onion, shreddediceberg lettuce and a Pōneke Bakery brioche bun.
La Mortadella at Huxley’s nods to the CBD favourite’s Italian roots, reimagined through a burger lens. A tender beef patty is paired with provolone cheese, mortadella, garlic butter and gremolata mayonnaise.Rocket and pickled fennel add a hit of freshness, all between a sesame seed milk bun. Polenta fries, grated parmesan, and pizza dipping sauce are all accompaniments Nonna would love.
Over at Flamingo Joe's, the team had a hard act to follow after last year's popular burger made with pink doughnut buns. This year, they're switching things up once again with the Joe Told Me: glazed misobutter waffles on either side of chilli maple-glazed Southern fried chicken, proving once again they're not afraid to have a bit of fun and lean into the power of word of mouth. Once you’ve tried this one, you’ll want to telleveryone about it.
The Cali’s Calling burger at Rosie’s Red Hot Cantinas layered and punchy. The beef patty is taken to the next level with a beef and queso croquette, burger sauce and secret green sauce. Intriguing. A crispyfried mini tortilla, McClure’s bread n butter pickles and pickled pink onion supply zingy crunch. Curious to try? Tell a friend.
For a taste of Irish-inspired comfort, head to The Green Man Pub for the Dublin Drip. Inside this hearty burger, a saucy beef patty and bacon are doused in whiskey peppercorn sauce and Murphy’s braisedonions, all held between a pillowy milk bun. Served with beef fat roasted potatoes, this is a burger that’ll warm you despite any chilly Wellington wind.
That’s only a taste of the highlights - but the beauty of Burger Wellington is there's always a surprise contender that steals the spotlight, so we can’t wait to see what your favourite will be. Plus, everyone of our burgers gets you closer to a free one. Download the Star Social app for free, collect a stamp with every participating WOAP burger - and buy 9, get your 10th free.
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