Free guacamole, live chef battles, and plenty of avo love at Latin fiesta
Auckland, January 2026 | Avocado lovers are in for a treat at this year’s Latin fiesta, with NZ Avocado offering complimentary guacamole tastings and fresh recipe inspiration. Attendees can also look forward to a lively guacamole showdown scheduled for Aotea Square.
Across the festival weekend, NZ Avocado will be serving up generous samples of freshly made guacamole proving just how easy and delicious avocados can be as an everyday ingredient.
This year’s event promises not only culinary delights but also an immersive festival atmosphere, with Latin music performances, dance displays, and a samba parade taking place throughout the weekend. Families and foodies alike can expect a vibrant, welcoming environment where the passion for avocados meets the energy of Latin culture.
Adding to the excitement, a ‘guac-off’ will take place. Chefs from Mexican and South American backgrounds will go head-to-head, showcasing their own regional twists on guacamole. While one chef will be named the winner, the real victory belongs to the crowd, who will be invited to taste and compare guacamole from various stalls across the festival, including the NZ Avocado booth.
CEO of NZ Avocado, Brad Siebert, says the event is the perfect opportunity to showcase the versatility of avocados as the hero of any dish, celebrating bold Latin flavours while reminding Kiwis that avocados are in season, highly nutritious and on trend for summer entertaining. He encourages attendees to take inspiration from the festival and bring that creativity home, using avocados across fresh, vibrant summer meals.
Where and when to find the guac
Aotea square, Auckland
- Friday 30 January: 2.00pm – 11.00pm
- Saturday 31 January: 12.00pm – 11.00pm
- Sunday 1 February: 12.00pm – 6.00pm
The NZ Avocado booth is all about keeping things simple, social, and delicious — celebrating avocados as a natural fit for sharing, snacking, and enjoying together.
Festival information
Latin fiesta is a vibrant celebration of Latin food, culture, and music.
Find out more at: https://www.latinfiesta.co.nz/home-auckland/
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For media enquiries:
Email: communications@nzavocado.co.nz or contact Rose Fallow, Stakeholder Engagement Manager, NZ Avocado 021 249 3778
