Style DEC (01.12.16)

flAIR for flavour
a city favourite, Trevinos continues to
satisfy with its recipe for success.
WORDS Davina richarDs PHOTOGRAPHY charlie Jackson
Trevinos Restaurant and Bar is a popular
contemporary venue nestled in Riccarton
and but a hop, skip and a jump from
Hagley Park. On the scene since 2000, it
offers a choice of al-fresco dining in a cosy
courtyard complete with gas fire, or indoor
casual dining in the large bar area.
When we entered the venue the crowd
had created a lively atmosphere, and going
by the clinking sound of plates from the
kitchen, the staff were busy, but there was
no indication of stress – just smiles and
good service. The friendly waitress placed
my fiancé and I in one of the seating
booths and we ordered a pint of Steinlager
and a glass of Mac’s cranberry, ginger and
cinnamon as we perused the extensive
menu. It offers everything from entrées
and starters through to pizza, pasta, meat
and seafood dishes, and an excellent wine
list covering a mixture of Kiwi and Aussie
beverages.
As a restaurant renowned for
specialising in Mediterranean food, it
seemed appropriate for at least one of
us to order a seafood meal. A glance to
the specials board took the interest of
my fiancé who immediately confirmed his
choice for the 100g West Coast whitebait
with garden salad and pommes frites. I
opted for the garlic and paprika spicerubbed
pork cutlet with apple and red
cabbage slaw and kumara chips.
Tucking in, we were delighted. A
generous portion of whitebait scored
points, while the perfectly cooked pork
chops had just the right amount of spice
and balanced nicely with the sweet
kumara. As we dined, I noticed the
attentive staff served drinks and food as
quickly as they removed empty plates and
glasses.
We couldn’t leave without ordering the
dessert special: New York baked vanilla
cheesecake with ice cream and crème
brûlée with pistachio biscotti and vanilla
ice cream – a taste sensation and a great
choice for those who want to indulge in a
bit of naughtiness.
Trevinos has been around long enough
to know exactly what customers want
and, with its combination of delicious food,
professional service and ability to cater to
different groups, whether it’s for a casual
coffee, catch up with work colleagues or
family gatherings, it’s no wonder people
flock here.
Trevinos Restaurant and Bar • 22 Riccarton Road, Riccarton • 03 343 5378
www.trevinos.co.nz