Much like last year, when a rollicking 15,000 meatballs were sold, punters can enjoy helpings provided by renowned restaurateurs and top local talent. Hastings Meatball Festival takes place on Heretaunga St East from 5.30pm on Friday 6 March and tell us all about it, Kathryn is joined by Vicky Roebuck, Chief Meatball Officer at Hastings District Council, and celebrity chef Ben Bayly.