It's not often a new restaurant opens up in Hastings, but when it does there is a mix of curiosity and excitement from locals. Will there be enough business? Will Havelock North and Napier locals drive there? Just over a year ago I was taken aback by the dedication to quality that James Beck had unleashed down Heretaunga Street with the opening of Taste Cornucopia. Things must be going well as James and Amber have started Tasty Friday nights that give James a platform to share some of his fine dining repertoire. And yes, I have known people to drive from as far away as Te Pohue for a Tasty Friday night table at Taste Cornucopia.
And now, Ten Twenty Four opens on 15th December to bring relaxed country dining to Hawke's Bay. Ten Twenty Four promises to keep it simple and make people happy.
On Tweet2eat's pre opening visit, I'm reminded of the style of architecture that is common in the Balearic islands. It feels earthy and homely which I'm reminded by Kent Baddeley is the whole point. There's a feeling of space and simplicity. Think temuka pottery, tinted water tumblers, pink roses, fruit trees - reminders from a remembered or invented past. This is his creative direction to bring grassroots country dining to Hawke's Bay.
So where are these grassroots from? Three areas influence the choice of produce and wine - Poverty Bay, Martinborough and Hawke's Bay. Why? These are the areas that have influenced Kent from his birthplace through to his restaurants and now to Hawke's Bay where he lives.
Expect this to play a great part in influencing what you'll experience from the menu at Ten Twenty Four. When it comes to produce, this place aims to bring you the best of East Coast excellence.
And speaking of menu's, the menu is all written up and I managed to snap a sneak peek of it for our followers here. Sashimi dish? Yep. Kent Yum Soup? ....and a 2 course surprise degustation for $40 are all part of the motif.
Expect depth and breadth to your menu options but the rest you'll have to try for yourself (and share with us on twitter!)
There is a dedicated 'Co-Op' room and separate entrance to pick up your fresh produce from, and already a selection of jams and preserves that have been made on site are in place. The Co-Op room may also be used for cooking classes, wine tasting and private dining experiences on request.
So what's the food like? Well apart from tasting some chipotle toasted walnuts and getting up close and personal with some kaffir leaves, the kitchen guys were busy stocking up the kitchen for opening so I'll have to wait too. Hint: Reserve a table inside to watch the chefs at work. With such an impressive line up of kitchen experience, my guess is that's where the action will be. I can't see this not getting very busy very quickly.
Book your table on 870 6440.
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| 1024 Pakowhai Road, Hastings is Ten Twenty Four |
And now, Ten Twenty Four opens on 15th December to bring relaxed country dining to Hawke's Bay. Ten Twenty Four promises to keep it simple and make people happy.
On Tweet2eat's pre opening visit, I'm reminded of the style of architecture that is common in the Balearic islands. It feels earthy and homely which I'm reminded by Kent Baddeley is the whole point. There's a feeling of space and simplicity. Think temuka pottery, tinted water tumblers, pink roses, fruit trees - reminders from a remembered or invented past. This is his creative direction to bring grassroots country dining to Hawke's Bay.
Expect this to play a great part in influencing what you'll experience from the menu at Ten Twenty Four. When it comes to produce, this place aims to bring you the best of East Coast excellence.
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| Sneak peak of the menu.... |
Expect depth and breadth to your menu options but the rest you'll have to try for yourself (and share with us on twitter!)
There is a dedicated 'Co-Op' room and separate entrance to pick up your fresh produce from, and already a selection of jams and preserves that have been made on site are in place. The Co-Op room may also be used for cooking classes, wine tasting and private dining experiences on request.
So what's the food like? Well apart from tasting some chipotle toasted walnuts and getting up close and personal with some kaffir leaves, the kitchen guys were busy stocking up the kitchen for opening so I'll have to wait too. Hint: Reserve a table inside to watch the chefs at work. With such an impressive line up of kitchen experience, my guess is that's where the action will be. I can't see this not getting very busy very quickly.
Book your table on 870 6440.
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| The restaurant entrance with a choose of courtyard lunch or indoors watching the opened up kitchen |
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| Outdoor shaded tables opens out onto the vines for the kids to run around 1024. |
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