Prince's Gate Boutique Hotel
Sunday 6 December 2020
A Pre Xmas Treat
We have refurbished
This hotel was, during the gold-rush era, the New Central Hotel in Waihi. At that time, the proprietors of another large hotel, the Rob Roy, put up the price of beer. Drinkers threatened to boycott the hotel & even (tongue in cheek, no doubt) to vote for Prohibition at the upcoming election. Most miners could not bring themselves to do so, but did not vote at all to express their dissatisfaction. They forgot that their wives (who were fed up with the men’s boozing) had just gained the vote. When the votes were counted Prohibition was in; Ohinemuri County was Dry! A “Booze Express” to Thames, stopping at Hikutaia was started. Eventually, after other eventualities which affected trade negatively, the New Central Hotel was shifted to Rotorua & its name changed.
Dukes Bar and Restaurant
Over 100 years old, Duke’s Bar and Restaurant has been entertaining Rotorua locals and visitors alike for absolute yonks. The gorgeous bar has a bit of a private members feel, but without any of the snobbishness, and the impeccable décor and cool vibe set the scene for a relaxed and fun experience. If you are a part of Rotorua, Duke’s is your place. If you are travelling through, Duke’s will welcome you and you will be glad you came.
The food is an inspired mix of modern and traditional and features a long list of all-time classic favourites. All dishes are cooked to order and as you would expect most items on the menu are made in-house by our team of skilled chefs. Head chef Digraj Singh (DJ) champions the use of fresh seasonal produce from local suppliers so that guests can expect exciting flavours showcasing the best of New Zealand’s diverse range of superb foods.
Duke’s has various dining options to tempt and suit all palates and occasions for your visit to what we are sure will become your favourite venue in Rotorua. We believe that a good dining experience is about so much more than just the food. So much of enjoying food is about how you view it, the impression it makes on you: the colours, the symmetry or lack of, the shine or the layers. In addition to the beautiful plating of the food, your surroundings while you eat are just as important. Whether it’s the warm welcome of the leather chairs and dark wood tables in the bar or the gratifying clomp of a heel on the original wooden flooring – restaurant interiors really matter, they are the stage for the grand performance and we trust that you enjoy the surroundings of our delightful Duke’s Bar and Restaurant.
Wonderful Xmas Feast
We enjoyed our Christmas lunch & the great service here so much, last year, that we have decided to return. We have asked for the same menu, but requested more dessert choice:
FIRST COURSE Tomato & Bocconcini Salad (v) Fresh tomato & bocconcini cheese salad with fresh pear, roquette leaves, balsamic dressing & garlic crouton
SECOND COURSE Manuka Smoked Champagne Ham Glazed with maple & rum served with a medley of roasted baby vegetables, crockpot mashed potato & sweet country mustard sauce
Or
Apricot & cranberry stuffed sous-vide turkey breast Apricot, Cranberry, & Rosemary stuffed Turkey, Pan Roasted and served with Roast parsnip, Caramelised shallot, Creamed Mushroom, Riesling & Veal demi Glaze
or
Ratatouille Crumble (v) Ratatouille of Mediterranean vegetables with a cheesy herb and nut topping served with creamy mashed potato and fresh garden salad
THIRD COURSE
Christmas Pudding (v) Vanilla & Kawakawa Custard and Fresh berries
Or
Apple and Seasonal Fruit Crumble With a crunchy buttery top, served with custard
or
Fruit Salad Fresh fruit served with Plain yoghurt.
COST: $84.00pp. (Includes door-to-door-transport & 3-course lunch.
(You can pay us in cash on the day in an envelope with your name on it or pay prior to the day into account: 01 03220214423 00