Local team to operate Expressions Café

Well known in the local café scene, local women Denise Forrester and Michelle Fahey will run the new café at Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre.

Known as Café ‘Cibo (pronounced Cheebow, the Italian word for food) the menu will offer café style meals with an emphasis on “fresh and funky” food. Café Cibo is fully licensed, providing quality New Zealand wines and a selection of New Zealand and boutique beers.

Michelle, who’s passionate about coffee, says their boutique style New Zealand roasted organic coffee “Leonardos” is sure to find favour amongst the discerning coffee connoisseurs of Upper Hutt.

“Café Cibo is a place where everyone will find something to their liking” says Denise. “We will also be offering catering for corporate of private functions booked at Expressions and elsewhere”.

The sunny outdoor courtyard adjoining the café, and lively atmosphere created by the centre attracted the pair to tender for the lease. Expressions Director Stephanie Cottrill says they are ideal candidates for the café. “Michelle and Denise’s passion for excellent food and beverages, and depth of experience, combined with a focus on customer service was exactly what the Trust was looking for.”

From 2 September, Café Cibo will be open Tuesday to Sunday from 8.30am to 5pm and on show nights for preview and interval drinks and light meals. “We are looking forward to a busy first weekend, with the opening of Expressions and the excitement of the Spring Festival in town.” says Denise. Enquiries can be made on telephone 021 302 770.

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