Open for events only
“A stylish, community-focused eatery and bar blends heritage and history with modern masterpieces”
— NEW ZEALAND TASTE MAGAZINE
About Us
Spaces
The décor is light and fresh; a series of intimate spaces seamlessly linked together. Expect light-filled rooms, natural timbers, white marble, green leafy plants and a monochromatic colour palette spiked with subtle hues of pink. Our venue is comprised of three main spaces, a modern dinning room, up stairs bar and porch facing an inclosed backyard.
VENUE HIRE
Spaces
Food
The hub of this special place is its open plan kitchen and at the heart, of course, it’s all about the food. Smoked, baked, roasted, fried or just picked from the onsite garden; it’s all made with love on the premises by an international team of culinary professionals. Foodies can dine ringside at the long oak counter overlooking the action centrestage – the Terrace Kitchen hotline!
CATERING
Food
Tonic Bar
Above Terrace Kitchen you will find her playful mistress – Tonic Bar.
Climb the tawa stairs and be seduced by Tonic’s fresh and welcoming decor; linger over a bespoke cocktail, marvel at her marble whilst whetting your appetite with tasty morsels prepared by her kitchen slaves beneath. Settle in, stay awhile, you’re alive! celebrate — reality is for tomorrow.
OPEN FOR PRIVATE EVENTS
Our People
Timo Dicker
Executive Chef
Executive chef Timo Dicker has over 20 years of diverse culinary experience which has evolved into a cooking style he enjoys. For Timo finesse is key and he creates clear, simple, high-quality menus utilising the best of New Zealand’s produce. Determination, passion, and the support of a dynamic team drive him to continually hone his craft and create unique takes on established dishes and flavours. When not in the kitchen, Timo enjoys travel, photography, and getting out and about on his mountain bike.
Jo Romanes
Owner
No stranger to the Rotorua hospitality scene, Jo set up the iconic Blue Baths over 19 years ago, and it’s been at the centre of the city’s social life for decades. Terrace Kitchen has been conceived as the younger, cheekier sister. “I’m hooked on the creative process: the behind-the-scenes orchestration that goes into creating a special experience for people when they visit any of our venues – the setting, the service and, of course, the food.” When not at work, Jo can generally be found playing with her grandchildren or on the family farm at Lake Tarawera.
Claudia Knight
Operations + Event Manager
Claudia is a proud mum of two gorgeous kids – Bree and Dylan. In her down time if she’s not at work or spending time with the family, you’ll find her enjoying a glass of Pinot. With 10 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, her knowledge and hands-on approach has enabled her to create incredible and bespoke events. Being busy (if not hectic) and watching events come together is her happy place.
