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M Y G R A N D STO RY FORAGE KITCHEN + BAR BY JA C Q U E L I N E N A I R N
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verlooking the sparkling lights of downtown Wellington, and sitting amongst gorgeous décor with a menu influenced by fresh locally grown ingredients, Forage Kitchen + Bar at Grand Mercure Wellington is one of the city’s best kept dining secrets. It is the team’s conscious support and celebration of all things Wellington that has evolved into their support of the arts and New Zealand culture by inviting me to be a guest of the Grand Mercure while I’ve been working here at Circa Theatre. Whether you’re a guest at the hotel, or a local Wellingtonian, making Forage a destination restaurant is a dining ‘must do’ in the capital. If you’re dining alone, which I’ve done several times since I arrived in Wellington, the stunning view itself is all the company you need. When I’ve brought a crowd of people along to discover the magic of the Forage dining experience the communal tables cater for the joie de vivre of social dining with a sumptuous selection of shared dishes. Forage has just launched their new Spring Menu with newly appointed, Chef Sumit Kumud at the helm. The ‘plat du jour’, a Horopito rubbed Silver fern farm Venison loin was my most recent selection.
Sophisticated, perfectly presented and absolutely delicious. It epitomised the Forage’s new chef ’s food philosophy “Four elements: fresh produce, quality ingredients, with a passion for food and honesty.” If you’re seeking an authentic Wellington dining experience, love a roof top bar (here you get the view while safely protected from the unpredictable weather elements that the capital offers!) and are looking for a favourite new player in the lively Wellington food scene, then head along to Forage Kitchen + Bar and celebrate local, spectacular food with a mix of specialised artisan produce. Your first time will not be your last. I can promise you that. Forage Kitchen + Bar Grand Mercure Wellington, 345 The Terrace Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. Contact the team today: Email: h1991-re1@accor.com 04 385 9829