Tiina Horn

 

Company: Boatshed & The Raw Prawn

Position: Co-owner

Website: www.boatshedcairns.com.au & rawprawnrestaurant.com.au

 

Tiina Horn owns and operates, alongside her husband Carlton, both The Raw Prawn and Boatshed.

 

Tiina said about working in the hospitality industry, “that it is a dynamic, rewarding and sometimes challenging industry that requires persistence, grit and an ability to stay flexible – particularly in the current climate”. But she said, that is absolutely a conversation for another time!

 

When Tiina is not working, she is doing her best to help raise three beautiful kids – Ari (13), Huxley (12) and Reuben (9). “They’re alive, clothed and well fed”, said Tiina, “can’t help but be happy with that!”

 

Tiina knows she is fortunate to have a supportive husband, that she not only works with, but who encourages her to pursue other areas of interest.

 

For Tiina, that is creative writing. Creative writing is a long standing passion of hers and she is currently working on a novel and has dreams of one day being published.

 

Find out more about Tiina’s two restaurants, Boatshed & The Raw Prawn on our Dine page and discover what these two amazing restaurants have to offer including links to their Facebook and Insta so you can keep up to date on their latest news.

Quick Questions:

 

Question 1: Tell us your favourite local place to dine/drink?

Answer: Besides my own venues? I’m a fan of Flamingos! It’s fun, energetic and makes me feel like I’ve been transported to a tropical island . I love their Hibiscus Margarita.

 

Question 2: What’s your favourite local activity to do in TNQ? eg. Jet Boating on Bad Fishy etc.

Answer: Eating is an activity, right? Then it’d have to be going to Golden Boat for yum cha on a Sunday with my family. It’s consistent, delicious and we all leave totally satisfied.

 

Question 3: Where is your favourite local place for a ‘staycation’?

Answer: Peppers at Port Douglas is always a winner. It’s close to Macrossan Street and has a pool that can keep the kids occupied for hours while my husband and I drink Champagne!

 

Question 4: Where is your favourite local place to shop?

Answer: I’m a big fan of Eggplant & Poppy in Oceana Walk, Grafton Street. Not only do they stock a broad range of exceptional gifts, owners Kirsty and Emma are two of the loveliest people you’ll ever meet!

 

Question 5: Thinking of local professional businesses, where have you received exceptional service? eg. accountant, car sales, doctor, hairdresser, beauty etc.

Answer: Hands down, it’s got to be Paul & Tara from Elements Air & Refrigeration. They tend to our every aircon/refrigeration needs for both of our restaurants. They are fast, efficient and honest!