Plabita Florence

Plabita Florence

chef New Zealand

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.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
19,289
Power
840$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 2 7.00 0.33% +20% 4,822,233 19,289 $210,000 840$
Totals 2 4,822,233 19,289 $210,000 840$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence has pivoted her top Auckland restaurant to an ice cream parlour, keeping diners guessing and finding inspiration under pressure. 7

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: 13 Of The Best Auckland Markets For Weekend Wandering

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence turned her multi-award-winning Auckland restaurant into an ice cream parlour. 7

Jenni Mortimer Kim Knight Bridget Jones Casey Mcdonald Mitchell Hageman
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: What The Viva Team Ate (& Drank) In February

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence is serving dessert, with a side of time travel. 8

Kate Underwood Theo Tjandra Mimi Gilmour Buckley Raukura Huata
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Forest’s Plabita Florence On Pivoting Her Top Auckland Restaurant To An Ice Cream Parlour

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence is the chef at Forest, known for her innovative vegetarian cuisine. 9

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: The Viva Top 50 Auckland Restaurants 2025

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence is another chef from New Zealand recognized at The Best Chef Awards. 6

Lesley Chandra Michael Meredith Henry Onesemo Jack Cashmore Zennon Wijlens Vaughan Mabee Sid Sahrawat Chand Sahrawat Kim Knight
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Top chef Lesley Chandra closes Ponsonby fine diner Sidart after award win

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence credits her mother for the name of her plant-based restaurant, Forest. 8

Johanna Thornton Sarah Macdonald Michael Dearth Carlo Buenaventura Matt Venables Hayden Phiskie Jenna Carter Tony Lolaiy Barbara Lolaiy Dariush Lolaiy Rebecca Smidt Clare Van Den Berg Joost Jordan Macdonald Judith Tabron Samir Allen Josh Emett Helen Emett Kaz Suzuki Jono Thevenard Gemma Hareb Tushar Gover Fran Mazza Debby Onesemo Fabio Bernardini Tiffany Low Reginaldo Richard Gabe Choi Fraser Childs Bronwyn Payne Jessica Payne
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Auckland Restaurant Names: Why Are You Called That? The Stories Behind Your Favourites

New Zealand New Zealand: Plabita Florence is the chef/owner of the plant-based restaurant Forest, known for its changing menu and inviting atmosphere. 9

Johanna Thornton Samir Allen Madeleine Crutchley Sid Sahrawat Fabio Bernadini Jesse Mulligan
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: The Best Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants In Auckland, According To Viva