4 Feb 2023

Playing Favourites with Matterhorn founder Leon Surynt

From Saturday Morning, 11:06 am on 4 February 2023

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Leon Surynt

Leon Surynt Photo: supplied

Cuba St's Matterhorn bar was the epitome of Wellington cool in the late 1990's and early 21st Century. 

The venue was a magnet for a new generation of musicians, creatives and entrepreneurs, and the setting for many legendary events, including the recording of a now classic Fat Freddy's Drop live album and Elijah Wood's 21st birthday party.

It was founded and co-owned by hospitality entrepreneur Leon Surynt, who now lives in Dubai, where he runs a celebrated craft coffee roastery/café called Nightjar.

He shares some of his favourite tracks with Kim.

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Natural Process Coffee Sun Dried on African Beds, Kilimbi Coffee Station, Lake Kivu, Rwanda Photo: supplied