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The Rotorua NZ  Supreme Establishment award is presented to the establishment who received the most nominations and votes by their hospitality peers across all category awards. This is the pinnacle award of the evening and represents the best of the best for the region. 

The best baristas know your name, coffee order, and your trim or full-fat preference. They’re quick with their tamping and grinding, without compromising the quality of your brew.

This Outstanding Bartender combines a strong knowledge of local products and culture with excellent mixology skills, a passion for their craft and outstanding customer service. They can shake up a classic or stir up something exciting an new. They are the backbone of a great night out and a fountain of knowledge to expertly match a drink to your meal. This person has the skill to make you feel right at home and also pour you the perfect drink to keep you coming back for more.

From a smile on a arrival to recommending a great dish, this team works in perfect unity to make your dining experience flawless. They know the menu like it is an old friend and can guide you to crate the perfect fit for an occasion. They know when you need them from just a glance and when to leave you to enjoy your evening. They are the glue that ties the bar, kitchen and the guest together. 

This Outstanding Chef offers a unique blend of cultural exploration, use of exceptional local ingredients, and exciting new techiniques. They are a key contributor to the city's culinary reputation. They lead and inspire their team to push food boundaries and their passion is evident in every dish that leaves their kitchen. Rotorua opens its doors to the world and this Chef is an ambassador for the Aoteroa food scene.

This will not be the last time you hear this Emerging Chef's name, they are getting noticed in all the right ways and are building a name as one to what in the Northland culinary scene. With 3 years or less under their belt they are just at the start of an exciting career and while learning the ropes are also teaching with new techniques and ideas to share. They are passionate about excellence and are getting noticed for all of the right reasons. 

Street food & Takeout has reached new heights and this Outstanding Street Food or Take out establishment is setting the standard. This is your go to for a quick bite or your stop on the way home to the couch. This local has a que out the door and is at the top of your list when good food fast is on the agenda. They can take you on a world trip with just one mouthful or save you from the dishes after a hard days work. Their food could stand it's ground in any restaurant but just happens to come in a takeawy container.

This is an establishment which offers an array of great food, superb coffee, fabulous staff, a comfortable ambience and standout customer service. For a quick coffee and bite to eat, a weekend brunch with friends or a weekday office away from the office, this Outstanding Cafe has you covered. This is a place where the Barista knows your name, your order, and quite possibly knows what time you will be dropping in!

The Outstanding Bar has the perfect combination of great service, great atmosphere  and great drinks. Their bevergae list has something to suit everyone and is executed with style and professionalism. They are setting the standard of execellnce in the industry and are not afraid to push the boudaries when it comes to innovation. Their staff provide you with a home away form home and keep you coming back for more. 

This venue has burst onto the Rotorua seen in the last 2 years but is already woven into the hospitality culutre of the region. Setting the bar high since opening this establishment is making a name for itself in all the right ways. This is a venue to keep an eye on as they are set to become in grained in the Rotorua dining scene for years to come.

 It's more than just the menu that keeps you coming back to this establishment. Perhaps their open space and natural lighting makes it the perfect spot to crack down and do some work, their fit out makes you feel like you've just walked into a design interior magazine, or maybe they've got a great playlist to chill out to and comfortable seating that molds perfectly to your behind.

This Outstanding Sales Rep is an extension of your team. They know what you need, when you need it and sometimes it seems they even know before you do! They provide support for your business through their product knowledge, recommend solutions and are on hand with the best sellers. They are keen negotiators and also emergency delivery couriers. In short they are your business support team. 

This supplier is committed to top quality and innovative products, they listen to their customers and know what works well for each of their individual needs. They are always a phone call away with a team of professionals on board to provide you with all the essential goods and services you require to open the doors.

This is an establishment that excels in Customer Service, consistency in food preparation and delivery, welcoming ambience and style, attention to detail and is always willing to go that extra mile.