Restaurants & Cafes · Amstelveen

The WineKitchen

The WineKitchen was a thing in Amstelveen, but here's the deal: it's permanently closed. Like, fully done. So if you were planning to roll through for a glass and a plate, that's not happening anymore. What it was, though: an independent winery restaurant in the Marlborough wine region, run by chef Alain Hauswirth, a Swiss guy who'd been in New Zealand for over 25 years. The whole concept was "produce is hero," meaning he sourced premium seasonal stuff and let it do the talking. The spot sat in a family-owned organic vineyard with established gardens around it, so the vibe was pretty much as idyllic as it sounds. Alain wasn't new to this either. He'd founded some of Marlborough's known spots like Le Cafe, Figaros, and the Burleigh Dairy, plus taught at Ara Institute. So the guy had range. The WineKitchen was his passion project, and it showed. Anyway, it's closed now. If you're curious about what he's up to, there's an email floating around, but the venue itself is not the move anymore…

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PERMANENTLY CLOSED

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We have loved feeding Marlborough - guests have become friends and family. Thank you for your patronage.

 

Curious what Chef Alain is up to now? Find us here...

Food & Wine Journeys

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​About UsOur StoryThe WineKitchen was the only independent winery restaurant within the acclaimed Marlborough wine region. Chef and owner Alain Hauswirth was born in Bern, Switzerland but has called Marlborough home for almost 30 years. Classically trained, Alain is renowned for his ability to source premium seasonal produce and respect it from paddock to plate.

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Prior to establishing The WineKitchen, Alain founded some of Marlborough's iconic hospitality spots including Le Cafe, Figaros, and the Burleigh Dairy. He also spent several years as a faculty member at the Ara Institute of Technology, training the next generation within its Food, Hospitality and Tourism programme. Alain has travelled extensively for both work and pleasure, which has contributed to his in-depth understanding of international flavours.

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The WineKitchen was Alain's passion project. The restaurant was situated in an established garden, the location providing an idyllic backdrop to Alain's vibrant cuisine. 

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Chef Alain's next chapter combines his four great passions - cooking, wine, travel and people - to provide bespoke, breathtaking and immersive travel experiences. 

 

Food & Wine Journeys is an unparalleled travel experience, thoughtfully curated for discerning foodie adventurers seeking elegance and authenticity! Learn more HERE. The WineKitchenThe WineKitchen has closed. Curious what we're up to now? chef@foodwinejourneys.com©2020 by The WineKitchen.bottom of page