Nora Blackburne

Nora Blackburne is the co-owner of Embra, a restaurant in Taupō, New Zealand, which she runs with her husband, chef Phill. With a deep commitment to the local culinary scene, Blackburne expressed mixed emotions regarding the Michelin Guide's decision to focus solely on four cities for its inaugural launch in New Zealand. While she celebrated the recognition for her colleagues in those cities, she also emphasized the importance of acknowledging the hard work and talent present in the regions, hoping for future expansion of the guide to include more diverse culinary offerings.