The Hawke’s Bay Hospitality Awards return for the tenth year on 14 August to recognise excellence in all areas of hospitality.
It is the second year the awards have been presented in Hawke’s Bay by the Restaurant Association of New Zealand (RA) the national organisation representing restaurants, cafés the wider hospitality community.
“These awards are all about honouring the stars in hospitality by promoting excellence in the industry. It is the chance to showcase those who have made an impact on the local hospitality scene” says Marisa Bidois, CEO of the Restaurant Association of NZ.
“We are very excited to again bring these awards to Hawke’s Bay. The benefits of a peer recognition awards platform, that values dedication and excellence not only draws our industry closer but also raises aspirations and performance in the region” Ms Bidois said.
The nomination process opened on Monday 12th of June where the Hawkes Bay hospitality community get to nominate who they believe are the best in 13 different categories. When nominations close they the top four become the finalists in each category and the second round of voting begins.
“We are most grateful to our sponsors for believing in the event and in the Hawke’s Bay hospitality industry as a whole. The awards enhance local and visitor experience by highlighting the bet the regions has to offer”. Ms Bidois concludes.
Categories for 2017 Hawke’s Bay Hospitality Awards include:
- Bidfood Outstanding Café
- Steinlager Pure Outstanding Bar
- Restaurant Association of NZ Outstanding Ethnic Restaurant
- Outstanding Winery Restaurant
- Outstanding Wine & Beverage List
- Outstanding Cellar Door
- EIT Outstanding Front of House Team
- Sacred Hill Outstanding Chef
- Your Solutions Outstanding Coffee Establishment
- Simply Squeezed Outstanding Local
- OneMusic Outstanding Restaurant
- Clearview Estate Best Ambience/Style
- Outstanding Supplier / Sales Rep
If you are part of the Hospitality Industry make sure you cast your vote by going to www.hawkesbayhospoawards.co.nz.
Finalists will be announced 10th July with the winners being unveiled at an awards ceremony on the 14th August followed by an industry celebration.