Wellington culinary events: Taste of Wellington and Burger Wellington winners announced

Wellington is hosting major culinary events. In Ottawa, the Taste of Wellington street festival is scheduled for September 19. This year’s event will introduce ‘After Taste,’ a nightlife series featuring live DJs, patio parties, and illuminated street entertainment.

In New Zealand, Lazy Juan has been named the winner of Burger Wellington 2026. The ‘Marites’ burger secured the title following a record-breaking public vote of 35,645 participants. The competition featured over 245 burgers across the Wellington region, with finalists competing in a live cook-off at Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand.