Helen Emett

Helen Emett

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Helen Emett is a notable figure in the Auckland restaurant scene, co-owning the acclaimed Gilt restaurant alongside her partner Josh Emett, where they offer a sophisticated dining experience with an elevated menu that celebrates classic brasserie dishes.

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Josh and Helen Emett to open new restaurant, Lottie’s, inside Faradays Luxury department store.

London Fashion Week SS27: Rory William Docherty & Emilia Wickstead Make Confident Returns
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
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Josh and Helen Emett to open third CBD restaurant.

Auckland CRL Restaurants: Where To Eat Near Three New Stations
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-19
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Helen Emett is set to open a new restaurant, Lottie’s, inside Faradays Luxury department store.

Faradays Queen St Opening: The Couple Behind Auckland’s New $30m Department Store
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-16
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Helen is a chef and co-founder of the new restaurant Lottie’s in Auckland.

Josh and Helen Emett to open new restaurant, Lottie’s, inside Faradays Luxury department store
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-11
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The interior of Onslow restaurant was a collaboration between Knight Associates, restaurateurs Josh and Helen Emett and interior designer Sonja Hawkins.

Interior Design Ideas To Steal From New Zealand’s Most Stylish Hotels & Restaurants
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-28
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Helen Emett is a restaurateur who attended the Arts Gala.

Society Insider: Kiwi heiress Georgie Wright marries Charles Forte
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-25
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Helen Emett attended Karen Walker’s show alongside her husband Josh.

New Zealand Fashion Week Kahuria 2025 - Day 4: Zambesi, Karen Walker, Untouched World, Future Of Fashion, AFC, & More
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-28
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Helen Emett co-owns The Oyster Inn, which serves a variety of dishes beyond seafood.

Eat, Drink, & Shop Waiheke: An Insider’s Guide To The Island’s Best
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-30
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Emett and his wife Helen opened Onslow in late 2020.

‘You cannot eat this standing up’: Onslow’s Crayfish Eclair On Auckland Iconic Eats Top 100 list (Finally)
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
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Helen Emett shares the historical significance of the name Onslow.

Auckland Restaurant Names: Why Are You Called That? The Stories Behind Your Favourites
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-16
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Helen Emett is launching a private room called The Vault as part of her restaurant Gilt.

Jesse Mulligan: Where To Find A Private Dining Room & A Romantic Birthday Dinner
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-14
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Josh and Helen Emett’s inner-city restaurant Gilt ticks all the boxes for a special Mother’s Day lunch.

The Best Places To Have Mother’s Day Lunch Or Dinner In Auckland
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-05-04
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