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HANGRY - need healthy food in 30 mins!
- 113Raw Power CafeAuckland CentralSalads on the go, fresh juices, vegan treats!
- 21Pita Pit Viaduct HarbourAuckland CentralFresh, easy, fast :)
- 36Loving HutAuckland CentralVegan chinese food, super lovely staff.
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Lets kill time before the concert - places near Vector Arena
- 154MilseAuckland CentralFancy some dessert and a wander around the area, pop in her - you can take away or sit in. It’s about 12 mins walk to the Arena from here.
- 2110Mexico Auckland CentralAuckland CentralSuper close to Vector Arena, good atmosphere, cocktails, they don’t take bookings so best to pop along a bit earlier and settle in to make sure you have time.
- 345EbisuAuckland CentralAmazing Japanese food! great service. They only take bookings for large groups, pop in and ask for a table - if there is a waiting list out your name/number down then go next door to Tyler Street garage for a drinks. 5 mins walk to Vector Arena from here
- 445The Britomart Country ClubAuckland CentralCasual drinks before the concert? Easy to meet here - it has area to drink and also an area to dine so take your pick. Also good to end up back here after the concert.
- 530OrleansAuckland CentralGreat new Southern inspired place, has live music at night, pretty big inside - great easy food, small plates, large plates, cocktails, good atmosphere :)
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Nervous first date ideas - more walking than talking
- 1162Auckland Art GalleryAuckland CentralGreat spot, check in and see what exhibitions they have one - wandering around looking at great art can make things a little less intense.
- 2293Auckland ZooWestern SpringsOldie but always a goodie. First check to see of they like zoo’s. The sea lion enclosure is stunning, check when feeding time is on the animals you really like - makes for a more interesting walk around.
- 319Metrolanes BowlingAuckland CentralSee how competitive they are, and if they put on decent socks! ha.
- 477La Cigale French MarketParnellVery romantic casual way to start a day out, these markets are on most Sundays, double check it’s on before you go. Great food, coffee, cheeses etc.
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Help I forgot a birthday - Cakes to save you.
- 111Rocket KitchenMount EdenImpressive looking range of cakes that will look like you ordered it weeks ago.
- 243PetalNewmarketStack a cake stand with these puppies, sweet happiness!
- 354MilseAuckland CentralIf you want to turn up to a birthday party and impressive the pants off everyone, stop in here for a Bomb Alaska or a Gelato log - gourmet all the way!
- 42The Cheesecake Shop - PapatoetoePapatoetoeThe easy fix, grab one of these babies, put it on a platter of your own and spell out their name in lollies, job done :)
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Make Xmas shopping as painless as possible
- 18Glengarry Wines - Victoria ParkAuckland CentralFor all those uncles you haven’t seen in a year, distant cousins and for that emergency gift you need on hand to avoid awkward moments when someone you hadn’t expected to see shows up, with a pressy. Aged whiskeys, Christmas champagne, Marlbourough Pinots, craft beers, dessert wines - done, easy #crowdpleasers.
- 211Smith & Caughey's NewmarketNewmarketWho doesn’t want to smell like a dream? An easy fix for all ages - the new Elle Saab is hot for any female. Get the great staff to help you, nail a few pressies in one go here.
- 38Typo - Queen StreetAuckland CentralThis place is AWESOME. A must stop for stocking fillers, secret santas for the office, difficult teenagers, nieces, nephews etc. Good prices, fun gifts to keep things interesting.
- 41Postie - St LukesMt AlbertIf you need stocking fillers for teenage ladies - this place has a stack of lip glosses, nail polishes, hair accessories, loads of quick things to add to the pile. Also kids togs - HEAPS - loads of super cute toddlers beach wear and swim wear.
- 51As Colour BritomartAuckland CentralOkay this place will save your soul - needed guys stuff? Great cotton T’s in on trend shapes and lengths - they usually have a deal on - four t-shirts for $60. They also have hoodies and singlets - it’s a winner!
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Closest thing to McDonalds on Waiheke
- 11Little Oneroa DairyLittle OneroaSamosas! Home made - so good - vegetarian, tandoori chicken, mince and cheese. They sell out quite quickly in the weekend, all the locals clean it out.
- 21Franco's La PanetteriaOstendVery popular French bakery in Ostend, on the main drag, across the road from the RSA. Their pizza is a religious experience, seriously, there is no sharing once you get your hands on a piece and it sells out quickly. Also amazing pastries.
- 33Stefano's PizzeriaWaiheke IslandThe mozzarella bread is insanely good, start with that, then move onto any of the pizza’s - the Diavola is great if you like a chilli kick. Great thin crisp bases, awesome staff.