The Pure South Discovery Series has been established by Alliance Group to expose New Zealand produce and its provenance to the world.

Our aims and intent are simple: to further the international awareness of the unique cuisine of New Zealand. At our inaugural event we have selected what is close to our heart - lamb, beef and venison.

The Discovery Series sees guest chefs from around the world experience first-hand the passion of our farmers, the provenance and terroir of New Zealand and the unique flavours and textures this creates in our products.

Pictured L-R: Renee Miller, head chef at Mere Restaurant (UK); Tim Bruges, business development director at Eat The Kiwi (HK); Michael Wignall, executive head chef at Michael Wignall restaurant (UK); Simon Hulstone, chef proprietor at The Elephant Restaurant (UK); Silvio Armanni, executive chef at Octavium (HK); Simon Lockerby, senior sales manager (Alliance UK); Zoe Bowker, Dubai-based food blogger; Gareth Stewart, executive chef at Euro Bar and Restaurant (NZ); and Wilson Fok, dining editor at Tatler magazine (HK).