Hugo Baird
New ZealandbusinessmanMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Hugo Baird is a notable figure in the hospitality industry, recognized for his ownership of The Hotel Ponsonby, a bar and restaurant in Auckland. His establishment has become a key part of the local scene, particularly after Simon Butler's recent acquisition of the iconic Ponsonby Post Office building that houses Baird's business.
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Hugo Baird co-founded the cafe Honey Bones with Reginaldo Richard nine years ago.
Meet Bria, Grey Lynn’s New Cafe And Bistro, Plus More New OpeningsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-08-10
New Zealand· 2026-08-10
Hugo Baird is mentioned in relation to building a legacy in Auckland's hospitality scene.
Jesse Mulligan: My Verdict On The Mont Blanc, Genuinely Different From Any Coffee That Has Come BeforeThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-06-22
New Zealand· 2026-06-22Also mentioned
Jesse Mulligan
Baird owns The Hotel Ponsonby, a bar and restaurant that Butler is said to have visited.
Society Insider: Who bought Kurt Gibbons and Ben Cook’s high-profile Auckland properties? Plus, The Caker Jordan Rondel’s California weddingThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-10-29
New Zealand· 2025-10-29
