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Cool cinemas
- 16Hoyts Te AwaTe RapaThis place is monster. Located in Hamilton's new state of the art multiplex and home of NZ's largest screen (26 metres wide). Luxury seating and in-theatre dining. They also offer D-Box, where the seats move in sync with the action. Next level viewing.
- 23Lido Cinema HamiltonHamilton CentralBrand new and fully refurbished. It's a boutique cinema and the movies they show aren't exactly my cup of tea but she will love it, c'mon take one for the team lol.
- 31Bay City Cinemas Mount MaunganuiMt MaunganuiNot a big franchise cinema but still just as good and the seats are the comfiest!
- 41Cinema Gold Havelock NorthHavelock NorthWhat's cool is they show a range of independent films in their intimate boutique cinemas as well as all the mainstream films. Something for all types of movie enthusiasts.
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Best Bakeries
- 14Ronnie's TirauTirauRoad tripped down to Masterton this weekend just gone for a wedding and we stopped off here for breakfast. Awesome sausage rolls, huge with flaky pastry and big chunks of onion (big sausage roll fan lol) - adding it to the ritual stops.
- 23The BakehouseHamilton CentralMy favorite place to go in the morning after a night out in Hamilton, right on the main street so always close to our accom. They open till the early hours also so you can head there after the club closes (along with the rest of Hamilton) and get a feed before making your way home.
- 33Merivale BakeryTaurangaI was once a firm believer that if Bacon was inside a pie the only thing that should accompany it was Egg. After reluctantly trying a Steak, Cheese and Bacon from this place, I was converted.
- 43Better Quality Pies 2000Rotorua CentralI stumbled (literally) across this place after a gig one morning looking for a hangover fix, and I’m glad I did. Their Chicken & Vegetable was a winner at this years pie awards.
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Best Chinese
- 12China Light RestaurantNapier CentralReally popular spot in Napier and as most of the locals will tell you the best chinese in town. Started my night off with the wings which are pretty famous I hear and I’m not surprised, was impressed with how fast they serve too. Right opposite the Municipal Theatre so it’s a good place to grab something to eat pre-show.
- 21Canton Hong Kong RestaurantHamilton CentralUsed to love this place when it was 'Magic Wok' and was happy to find not much if anything has changed. Still do the bomb spare ribs and the salt and pepper squid is good too.
- 32China PalaceGisborne CentralI used to spend quite a lot of time in Gisborne and became a regular at China Palace, whether it was getting takeaways downstairs or hitting the buffet upstairs. This place is a local icon and safe to say some of the best chinese food in the country and the best part is it’s cheap as chips.
- 41Jk Buffet HouseMount MaunganuiAt first glance you'd assume this was just your average chinese takeaways, but you'd be wrong. The place itself is small yes, but the food is far from it. All your chinese favorites and as much as you can handle. I'm not the biggest dessert fan but I always have some of their cheesecake to finish off - it's the one.
- 51Golden SpringNapier CentralHighly recommended to me from locals and I can see why. Their chicken wings were too good, could have filled my plate with just those alone…ok I did lol.
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Best Tattooers
- 13Famous Dave's Tattoo StudioMorrinsvilleThe name says it all, Dave as well as his team and parlour are iconic to the Waikato. Would highly recommend here for anyone wanting colour work done, some of their stuff has to be seen to be believed.
- 21Waihi Tattoo StudioWaihiHome of Deane Holland, who's been the resident artist since 1991 and is one of the many generations of Holland's tattooing here in NZ and around the world. Their work can often be found in popular American tattoo magazines, highly recommended.
- 31Spacifik InkNapier CentralIf you’re looking for an Island piece. Owner Dwain travels around the country regularly and posts his travel schedule on his website so you can arrange an appointment when he’s in your area.
- 41Bloodline Tattoo CoNapier CentralSpecializing in pretty much everything. Script, custom sleeves, large pieces, old school traditional and Japanese style.
- 53ToiarikiRotorua CentralFor contemporary Ta Moko. Richard Francis is renowned in NZ and Australia for his custom pieces. Everything is free-hand no drawings before the day, which makes the whole experience that little bit more special.
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Gym life
- 11TGA BOX Health and FitnessTaurangaFull gym facilities but specializes in boxing fitness and boxing and only gym in BOP to have qualified and experienced coaches. Whether you want to box competitively or just use it to get in shape, this is you.
- 22Les Mills HamiltonHamilton CentralHate 'em or love 'em you can't deny the monster that is Les Mills. You can guarantee that however you prefer to train, you can do it here.
- 31CrossFit GisborneGisborne CentralSomething cool and different they have here is 'Crossfit Kids' with classes for 5-18 year olds, great idea.
- 41SNAP FitnessNapier CentralI’m a member of Snap so love the fact that when I’m anywhere that has one I can just walk in and train whenever I want to. 24 hours and state of the art equipment. The Napier branch also has a large variety of group classes and bootcamps.
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Best Kebabs
- 11Kebab KitchenTe PukeThis place is cool - dine in, get them takeaway or enjoy them in the chilled couch area. They are all about health too with gluten free, low carb and vegetarian options available.
- 21Kebab's Cafe and PizzaHamilton CentralProbably most popular Kebab shop in town. Best thing is how late they stay open - Till midnight on weekdays and 5am on weekends so you can grab a kebab after a big night on the town.
- 31Jabie's Doner KebabTaupoUsed to be a ritual stop for me on the long drive back home to Masterton. They don’t hold back, the Kebabs are huge which always made the second leg of the journey that little bit harder on a super full stomach. No complaints though!
- 41Ali Baba's Tunisian TakeawaysRotorua CentralWe were in town for a show and I told the promoter take me to the best Kebab shop in town - we went here. He wasn’t lying either, so good. Lamb with garlic yoghurt, chilli and hummus, game over.