Local charitable trust Food for Love will be delivering freshly made lunches to trade exhibitors at the 2025 Wānaka A&P Show.

Each year Food for Love runs a pop-up cafe at the Upper Clutha Rugby Club but the addition of delivery lunches is taking place for the first time ever at this weekend’s show (March 7-8).

“We know how busy exhibitors are and how hard it can be to step away from their stalls, so we’re making it as easy as possible for them to stay well-fed and hydrated during the show,” Food For Love general manager Jodie Stuart said. 

Anyone who orders will know their purchase is going to a good cause - all proceeds will go back into Food for Love’s mission to provide home-cooked meals to locals in need.

Exhibitor orders will need to be made by 10am tomorrow (Thursday March 6).

Show-goers will also be able to get their hands on an assortment of goodies - from fresh sandwiches to tasty salads and home-baked treats.

Kai Pai Bakery’s famous pies, which Jodie said have been generously donated by the company, will also be on offer.

A BBQ will also be sizzling with bacon butties and sausage sizzles, alongside a selection of Food For Love merchandise available for purchase.

All on-the-day orders will also support Food for Love, which has seen a huge increase in demand in the last few years.

“Last year alone, we prepared and delivered over 9,000 meals, thanks to the support of our incredible volunteers and community,” Jodie said.

It expects that number to increase to around 12,000 this year.

Book your trade exhibitor lunch here.

PHOTO: Food For Love