New Spring Menu
Entrée
In house sourdough whipped roasted garlic butter 13.50
Mozzarella & basil stuffed arancini balls 15
Bruschetta topped with whipped lemon ricotta, mint, spring peas 15
Tuscan chicken liver pate, pickles, chefs chutney ,crispy bread. 20
Hawkes Bay in house marinated olives 5
Fried calamari, aioli, rocket, white balsamic dressing.18
Beef carpaccio cured with lemon juice, toped with shaved parmesan, rocket, pangrattato.22
New season asparagus ,white bean puree,toasted almonds & balsamic dressing.18
Cured fish, smoked crèam fraiche, green apple radish, citrus dressing.22
Mains
Spinach & ricotta ravioli, tossed in a sage infused butter.28
Artisan chicken fettuccine tossed with chicken , cream , white wine with a touch of tomato salsa.25
Eye fillet beef, potato gratin, caramelised onion, truffle purée, marsala jus.42
Market fish of the day confit fennel, prawn risotto, crayfish bisque. 39
Artisan fettuccine, aglio, olio, prawns ,herbs & bottarga (mediterranean caviar)28
Stuffed chicken breast, celeriac, apple, farro, apple cider, vinegar jus 39
House potato gnocchi ,caper berries ,green olives tomato salsa & basil 25
Rack of lamb caponata, eggplant, zucchini, black olives & yoghurt.40
Bolognese lasagna
Traditional bolognese lasagna with layers of in-house crafted pasta, beef ragu, bechamel, and finished with parmesan cheese . 26
Sides 10
Fried potatoes with salsa verde
Spring salad with mustard dressing
Desserts
Dark Chocolate Tart ,gianduja, orange hazelnut sorbet.16
Affogato a shot of espresso coffee ,vanilla ice cream , then finished with a shot of liquor of your choice. 16
Frangelico, Galiano Vanilla, Tia Maria, Baileys
Profiteroles filled with custard , served on a bed of creme anglaise then finished with roasted almonds.16
Classic tiramisu a sumptuous dessert famous in Italy for its rich layers of mascarpone ,brandy liquor, espresso coffee , savoiardi biscuits & chocolate.16
Lemoncello gel tart served with toasted Italian meringue & lemon balm.16
Marsala Zabaglione, poached rhubarb& amaretti crumb.16
Dessert Wine
Alpha Domus Late Harvest G13
Clearview Sea Red 500ml G15
From Late Harvest Gewurtaminer G13
Trattoria alla Toscana
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Phone 06 8341988
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Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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26.3% I love it!
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35.4% Only in designated areas
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38.3% No, it should be outdoors only.
Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?
Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?
Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱
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48.1% Yes
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50% No
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1.9% Other - I'll share below
Ryman awarded for top customer satisfaction
Ryman Healthcare has won the Canstar Blue 2024 award for Most Satisfied Customers in Retirement Villages in what is a first for the company.
The award recognises retirement living communities with the highest customer satisfaction. Ryman topped the rankings, achieving a perfect five-star rating across all categories: Overall Satisfaction, Accommodation, Atmosphere, Facilities, Location, and Value for Money.
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