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Auckland-based catering and events management operator Urban Gourmet has partnered with both Business Event Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) and Auckland Conventions, Venues and Events to highlight the powerful impact of collaboration in the events industry at MEETINGS 2025.

Andrew Methven, General Manager of Urban Gourmet, says they will demonstrate how exceptional venues, dedicated vendors, and outstanding catering can elevate an experience from the expected to the extraordinary.

“MEETINGS provides the best platform for Urban Gourmet to showcase its amazing cuisine. It also highlights the outstanding venues across Tāmaki Makaurau to both domestic and international buyers.”

Urban Gourmet has long been recognised as a leader in functions and event catering, known for transforming events into immersive, culinary-led experiences. With more than two decades of experience across some of Tāmaki Makaurau’s most iconic venues, the team continues to push boundaries, delivering exceptional catering experiences with precision, originality and care.

This season, Urban Gourmet is introducing their new 2025 Winter menu, crafted under the direction of Executive Chef Jules Edmonds. Every dish is carefully crafted to showcase the finest locally sourced produce, layered with distinctive flavours and executed with refined technique. From the first bite to the last, it’s a menu designed with purpose, where every detail has been considered.

“MEETINGS 2025 gives us an important opportunity to connect with industry professionals from Aotearoa and beyond, and it’s a moment to reflect on the journey behind Urban Gourmet’s growth. Since the beginning, the company has been guided by values of thoughtful hospitality, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for creating lasting impressions. These values continue to drive the brand forward, inspiring food and events that feel distinctly Urban Gourmet,” Methven says.

“Whether catering for a high-profile gala, a corporate function, or private event, Urban Gourmet remains a leader in creativity, innovation, and a deep understanding of what the modern client and their guests crave — bold, innovative menus, seamless service, and event experiences designed with care.”