Vino is the Italian word for wine We spent a delightful evening in Vino Vino Italian restaurant. It is easy to find in the centre of what seems to be the sole high street (main street) in Waikeke island, on the west side near the ferry. There you find a large wine and whatnots shop, a second-hand smart dress shop, a bargain Red Cross shop and a couple more.
The Oyster hotel nearby has a highly recommended restaurant but was fully booked on a February New Zealand summer) evening. So we were glad to obtain a booking at Vino Vino, which offered sea food as well as meat dishes on the menu.
Our main courses were oysters, and chicken with mashed potato. Such a pleasant change to get a proper main dish, without being pressed to pay extra for sides which should, in my opinion, be part of the main dish.
Pavlova Dessert
Our dessert was pavlova, the meringue dish, which was huge, enough for two. Both Australia and New Zealand claim it as their national dish, named after ballet dancer Nelly Melba who toured with her troupe of dancers, down under to both countries. It seems to me that both coutnries could make a different distinctive version. We had one featuring green kiwi fruit, (as well as a couple of red fruit) which seems a suitable New Zealand theme.
Sea Views
The restaurant has a wonderful view of the sea far below. You can see that from most tables in the restaurant, early in the evening whilst it is still light. They stayed open later than most New Zealand restaurants.
Wine Choices
I regretted not ordering Prosecco, which is Italian. Instead I opted for a Gewurtztraminer which was not sweet enough for my taste.
However, I liked the sweet dessert wine. And the limoncello, which is lemon based.
Service
Service was smiling and enthusiastic, though rather erratic.
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