Noel has always had a strong interest in food and wine and enjoys cooking for friends and family. He has travelled extensively, and has worked for 14 years on off-shore oil rigs, lectured in blow out prevention and well control in Singapore and London . Noel is fluent in German and enjoys speaking with our international dining guests. Noel's other passion is sailing in particular 'blue water cruising', He has completed a number of ocean voyages and skippers his own yacht a 40' Beneteau named 'Roaring Meg'.
Sharon and Noel have recently returned from Tunisia where their cruising yacht 'Roaring Meg' has been laid up for winter in Port Yasmine d'Hammamet. Noel sailed the yacht from Spain via the Straits of Messina to Crete. Sharon joined him at this point after closing the restaurant for their Annual Holidays during the month of August. Thereafter, they sailed through the Greek Islands and the Corinth Canal to reach Lefkas in the Ionian Islands group, this being the 'jump off' point' to cross the Ionian Sea.
The 48 hour sail to
Siracusa
(Sicily) produced two large yellow fin tuna from a trolling lure. The voyage continued to Malta, (steeped in history and a must see!) with the final destination being Tunisia. The total voyage was 2100 nautical miles.
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SHARON REES-THOMAS : - General Manager
Sharon's role as General Manager includes coordinating the activities of Kitchen and Front of House to provide the guest with the very best of food and service. Her management skills are utilised with corporate functions, Weddings and larger group bookings. Prior to her involvement with Tiffanys Restaurant Sharon was a Sales Executive for CLEAR COMMUNICATIONS latterly TELSTRACLEAR, for 11 years. Sharon understands corporate requirements and the importance of a well run event.
Her interests include antiques, travel and history.
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ALASTAIR CAVELL: - Maitre D'
Alastair has 30 years experience in hospitality having worked in fine dining Restaurants and Clubs in New Zealand and Australia .
He has previously managed a successful Restaurant in Christchurch and is well respected by regular dining guests.
Alastair is very knowledgeable on the subjects of antiques and history, is well read and able to converse on a wide range of subjects. 'Alastair and Tiffanys were meant for each other'
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JONATHON STOKES: - Senior Waitperson
Jonathon joined Tiffanys in February 2007 and has become a valued member of staff.
He is currently studying for a Science Degree at Canterbury University and has an interest in languages. Jonathon has a passion for excellent service and has a very courteous and accommodating manner.
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