Central Otago authorities can see the benefits of putting a large new distillery on the shores of Lake Dunstan, in contrast to the treatment of other applications on nearby Lake Wānaka.
After struggling through Auckland lockdowns, the Savor hospitality group will add two new brands to a growing roster of top-class restaurants this year, including taking over a plum waterfront site.
The new owner of Coffee Supreme, Pioneer Capital, says it's right behind the brand's growth plans.
The parlous state of NZ's hospitality sector spooked a potential investor in the deal.