Macau has been named as winner of outstanding design and ambiance in this year's hospitality awards. Photo/John Borren
Macau has been named as winner of outstanding design and ambiance in this year's hospitality awards. Photo/John Borren
Tauranga's best bar, cafes and restaurants have been named.
The winners of the inaugural Restaurant Association's Bay Hospitality Awards were announced at a Gala dinner held at Mills Reef Winery last night.
Joanna Claire, bartender at Mount Brewing Co, winner of the outstanding bar category in this year's hospitality awards. Photo/file
The awards are the first of their kind in Tauranga and attracted more than 3500 votes over 14 categories to determine the winners.
The evening was hosted by Masterchef winners and local chefs Karena and Kasey Bird and was a chance for winners to share their successes with their peers in the industry.
The event was organised by the Restaurant Association of New Zealand with the assistance of the Bay of Plenty Committee, made up of seven local industry professionals.
"These awards are a chance to showcase the hospitality industry and reward those that excel in our industry" Andrew Targett, Bay of Plenty Branch president said.
"The Bay Hospitality Awards could not operate, celebrate and give back to the hospitality industry without the support of our sponsors. We are looking forward to the 2017 awards with planning already underway".
