The imminent sale of a legendary Moeraki restaurant marks the end of a culinary institution that set the bar for fresh local food and home-grown hospitality. Video / Frank FilmOn a paddock on the bank of the Waitaki River, renowned chef and restaurateur Fleur Sullivan spies a clump of watercress. Photo / Frank FilmNow, she tells Frank Film, she is selling up. “I’ve grieved but I’m prepared to let this go.”In doing so, she leaves a legacy of conviviality, local enterprise and fresh regional food. Olivers became renowned for fresh local food (and, later, wine), live music and ambience by the truck-load.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 20, 2024 12:35 UTC