Moa to open Azabu in iconic Mission Bay spot

Moa to open Azabu in iconic Mission Bay spot
Victoria Young
Moa Group is opening its most successful hospitality brand Azabu, in an iconic location at Auckland’s Mission Bay.The NZX-listed company is bullish about a return for hospitality having recently received investment from wealthy agricultural family the Cushings, and Big Chill’s Colin Neal.  While originally a beer company, Moa purchased Savor Group – one of New Zealand’s biggest restaurant groups - to sell its beer through venues and not just in retail.The company, which has not yet turned a profit, calls this &ldquo...

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