Ashley Jones, Hospo Hero of the Year award winner. Photo / Supplied
Ashley Jones, Hospo Hero of the Year award winner. Photo / Supplied
It was a night for the hospitality stars of Hawke's Bay to set down their aprons and instead celebrate their achievements at the Hawke's Bay Hospitality awards.
The Hospo Hero of the Year went to Ashley Jones of Elephant Hill, who has been working in hospitality for over 20 years,and at Elephant Hill for the past 11.
He is leaving his role to pursue a new career at Takitimu Seafood.
He was given the award due to his leadership in the Hawke's Bay Hospitality industry as well as his continued involvement.
It was a good year for Craggy Range, who took out two top awards, winning outstanding winery restaurant along with best chef for Casey McDonald.
The Hawke's Bay Today Outstanding Coffee Establishment award went to Hawthorne Coffee Roasters and The Hits People Choice Award was presented to Adoro in Ahuriri.
Havelock North restuarant Malo won the award for outstanding ambiance and design, thanks to its Scandinavian inspired décor and mid-century style chairs, wooden floors, slatted screen and feature wall.
Funbuns took out the best cocktail experience. Photo / Warren Buckland
Three Wise Birds took out the Outstanding Bar award, and Bistronomy was once again recognised as the best restaurant in the region.
