Plabita Florence
Plabita Florence is the chef and owner of Forest, a plant-based restaurant in Auckland that features a cozy dining atmosphere and a frequently changing menu. Known for her creative dishes, Plabita emphasizes local ingredients and unique flavor combinations, making Forest a go-to destination for vegan cuisine.
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Recent news mentions
Plabita Florence has pivoted her top Auckland restaurant to an ice cream parlour, keeping diners guessing and finding inspiration under pressure.
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New Zealand· 2026-03-07
Plabita Florence turned her multi-award-winning Auckland restaurant into an ice cream parlour.
What The Viva Team Ate (& Drank) In FebruaryNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Plabita Florence is serving dessert, with a side of time travel.
Forest’s Plabita Florence On Pivoting Her Top Auckland Restaurant To An Ice Cream ParlourNew Zealand· 2026-02-19
Plabita Florence is the chef at Forest, known for her innovative vegetarian cuisine.
The Viva Top 50 Auckland Restaurants 2025New Zealand· 2025-11-18
Plabita Florence is another chef from New Zealand recognized at The Best Chef Awards.
Top chef Lesley Chandra closes Ponsonby fine diner Sidart after award winNew Zealand· 2025-10-15
Plabita Florence credits her mother for the name of her plant-based restaurant, Forest.
Auckland Restaurant Names: Why Are You Called That? The Stories Behind Your FavouritesNew Zealand· 2025-05-16
Plabita Florence is the chef/owner of the plant-based restaurant Forest, known for its changing menu and inviting atmosphere.
The Best Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants In Auckland, According To VivaNew Zealand· 2025-02-19
