Dine out in style Eliza’s Manor, on Bealey Avenue, is now also home to an exciting new restaurant, Miro at the Manor.
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ne of Christchurch’s historical Victorian gems, Eliza’s Manor was recently purchased by well-known restaurateurs Francesca Voza and James Sumner, who opened the new restaurant there in early October. Since arriving in New Zealand in 2010, Francesca and husband James have spread their passion for food and hospitality across the South Island, starting with a successful pizza food truck, and expanding to open and run multiple restaurants and bars. They operate Miro out of one of Christchurch’s other historic gems, a terracotta-pink art deco building, and
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now its new offshoot Miro at the Manor. Francesca says the success of Miro, blending the unique atmosphere of a bygone era with a sensational modern seasonal menu, encouraged the new venture, created to preserve, amplify and share the spirit of Eliza’s Manor. With eight guest rooms, and in-house dining, Eliza’s Manor successfully blends past with present. Heading the restaurant teams are Executive Chef Liam Summers, Head Chef Cameron Woodhouse, and Head Chef at Miro, Eeva Torvinen. Visit www.elizas.co.nz
