Tasmania is already lauded for its fine food, and now Launceston is home to AccorHotels’ Restaurant of the Year.
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Bluestone Bar & Kitchen at The Sebel Launceston won the accolade at the AccorHotels Pacific Franchise Awards in Melbourne against 100 properties in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
Owners Craig and Susan Richman said the award was deserved after spending 18 months upgrading the restaurant to improve its ambience.
“They were looking at guest experience, financial performance, design, staffing and every aspect for running a property,” Mr Richman said.
“Accor is placing a lot of importance on the food and beverage side of things. They’re really encouraging properties to renovate and provide a fabulous experience and they’re trying to recognise that,” Mrs Richman said.
The excited couple shared news of the win to staff via text, and then brought the glass award back to display.
“There’s a lot of work that has gone in by the team. They were thrilled,” he said.
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