The annual Auckland Lewisham Awards once again shone a spotlight on the remarkable talent in Auckland’s vibrant hospitality industry. The awards were announced on Sunday, June 4th, at a glimmering ceremony at Auckland’s Waterfront.
Co-Chairs Chris Upton and Connie Clarkson of the 2023 Awards Committee highlighted the changes in the awards lineup for 2023.
“The 21st edition of the Lewisham’s highlight Auckland’s neighbourhoods, sustainability and innovation. It is clear that neighbourhood eateries have come into their own in recent times, and we are grateful to Southern Hospitality, DB Breweries, OneMusic, and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners for recognising the critical part they play across the motu. With the nod to sustainability and innovation by Antipodes Water and Bepoz and Culley’s support of Emerging Talent, we hope to highlight hospitality’s role in moving the dial on climate change and the next generation in Tamaki Makaurau.”
Full List of 2023 Winners:
Hancocks Outstanding Bartender: Taite Maltby, Deadshot.
Southern Hospitality Outstanding Local Establishment – North: Fantail & Turtle
OneMusic Outstanding Local Establishment – East: The Kohi Beach Eatery
Gilmours Outstanding Local Establishment – Central: Prego
Antipodes Water Sustainability Award: Ahi
Restaurant Association Hospitality Hero: Adam Neal, The Parasol & Swing Company
L’affare Outstanding Barista: Shannon Hafner, Kokako
Insurance Advisernet Outstanding Front of House: Cal Ross, The Parasol and Swing Company
Anchor Food Professionals Outstanding Chef: Dariush Lolaiy, Cazador
Culley’s Emerging Hospitality Talent: Jasper Rae, Apero
Fine Foods NZ Outstanding Sales Rep/Brand Ambassador: Brittany Gillespie, Red & White Cellar
Silver Fern Farms Outstanding Supplier: Tickety Boo
Clyth MacLeod Outstanding Producer: Curious Croppers
Bidfood Outstanding Cafe: Duo Eatery
Negociants New Zealand Outstanding Wine Experience: La Fuente
Pernod Ricard Outstanding Cocktail Experience: Panacea
Bepoz Outstanding Innovation: Ahi
BLANC Outstanding New Establishment: Panacea
DB Breweries Outstanding Local Establishment – South: Hallertau Clevedon
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Outstanding Local Establishment – West: Et Tu Bistro
Find out more at www.lewishamawards.co.nz
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