Looking for a winter escape? Well look no further as Visa Wellington On a Plate brings the world to you this August. Check out these eight internationally-inspired events which, if you ask us, are just as good as any overseas excursion.

Specifically Pacific (10 August, $170) - French in Tahiti, Indian in Fiji, and Chinese in Samoa. Take a trip around the Pacific and explore the history of Pacifica cuisines and the foreign influence on their culinary delights of these island nations.

Taste of Paradise (30 & 31 August, $99) - The team at t Lounge by Dilmah are ready to take you on a gastronomical journey to Sri Lanka. Discover the perfect pairings and the best flavours from the kitchens of Sri Lanka with four expertly crafted tea cocktails and nibbles.

Swaran (17 August, $160) - This unforgettable evening intertwines the rich tapestry of Indian flavours with the landscape of New Zealand. Each dish is a testament to the exploration of flavours that underscores how our lands and waters have shaped our cuisines, as much as the influences of migration and history.

The Laughing Panda (24 August, $100) - In this the year of the dragon, join the Thistle Inn for an ode to the humble Chinese takeaway with a Kiwi twist. Think pāuā dumplings, steamed snapper, and scallop chow mein served throughout a leisurely afternoon.

L'arte Di Mangiare Bene (4, 5, 11, 19 & 26 August, $190) - An evening at Cicio Cacio Osteria is not one to be missed! Trust the kitchen as they guide you through a hands-on multicourse event matched with their best Italian wines and you’ll experience the real feeling of eating, drinking, and cooking as the Italians do.

A Night in Venice (1 August, $65) - Don your masquerade mask for an unforgettable Night in Venice where host Queen Ness Quick will entertain with some competitive quizzing, feisty banter, and dirty dance moves. Venetian themed drinks and canapés will be plentiful. This event is kicking off Nolita’s month-long celebration of the Floating City.

Charleston Meets Martinborough (8, 9, 10, 15, 16 & 17 August, $150) - Head over the hill for a special five-course meal inspired by the world-renowned cuisine of Charleston, South Carolina. You’ll discover delights such as fried tomatoes, she-crab soup, shrimp and grits, benne wafers and coconut cake, all served with a side of Southern hospitality.

The Hatman in New Orleans (7 August, $125) - Once again, Fortune Favours and Hatman are upping the ante with a Mardi Gras evening. Pick out your complimentary Hills hat, then tuck into the tasting table and rolling canapés of Creole cuisine, and the specially brewed Fortune Favours beer. This is a great opportunity to dress up and mask up for a night of rollicking good fun.