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]]> From trays of classic dim sum to roast duck and egg tarts — here's where to experience the city's best Cantonese brunches.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-seven-best-ice-cream-and-gelato-joints-in-wellington https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-seven-best-ice-cream-and-gelato-joints-in-wellington Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:43:37 +0000 Whether you're a cup, cone or strictly chocolate-only type of person, these ice cream scoopers will have something for you.

]]> Whether you're a cup, cone or strictly chocolate-only type of person, these ice cream scoopers will have something for you.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-five-best-fried-chicken-joints-in-wellington https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-five-best-fried-chicken-joints-in-wellington Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:30:21 +0000 Make no bones about it, this is the good stuff.

]]> Make no bones about it, this is the good stuff.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/event/beervana-2021 https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/event/beervana-2021 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:57:08 +0000 This year's big boozy festival features bumper birthdays, overseas visitors and more.

]]> This year's big boozy festival features bumper birthdays, overseas visitors and more.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/wellington-on-a-plate-has-announced-its-stunning-2021-program https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/wellington-on-a-plate-has-announced-its-stunning-2021-program Mon, 31 May 2021 22:01:02 +0000 This year's edition will see more than 150 flavour-packed events, special dining menus, burgers and craft cocktails take over the capital.

]]> This year's edition will see more than 150 flavour-packed events, special dining menus, burgers and craft cocktails take over the capital.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/six-offbeat-wellington-bars-perfect-for-a-last-minute-catch-up https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/six-offbeat-wellington-bars-perfect-for-a-last-minute-catch-up Fri, 30 Apr 2021 02:26:34 +0000 Spice up your evening at a rooftop hideaway, a kung-fu-themed restaurant or a weekend hotspot.

]]> Spice up your evening at a rooftop hideaway, a kung-fu-themed restaurant or a weekend hotspot.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/evil-twins-is-a-new-hole-in-the-wall-coffee-spot-on-vivian-street https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/evil-twins-is-a-new-hole-in-the-wall-coffee-spot-on-vivian-street Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:35:49 +0000 Stop by this little caffeine haven to pick up a hot brew or one of the signature iced matcha lattes.

]]> Stop by this little caffeine haven to pick up a hot brew or one of the signature iced matcha lattes.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/this-courtenay-place-hole-in-the-wall-specialises-in-steaming-noodle-soup https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/this-courtenay-place-hole-in-the-wall-specialises-in-steaming-noodle-soup Wed, 31 Mar 2021 23:20:27 +0000 Perfect for a cheeky bowl of phở after dark.

]]> Perfect for a cheeky bowl of phở after dark.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/restaurants/master-kong https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/restaurants/master-kong Thu, 05 Mar 2020 20:59:16 +0000 The Wellington waterfront welcomes a massive Asian fusion restaurant.

]]> The Wellington waterfront welcomes a massive Asian fusion restaurant.

]]> https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-six-best-bubble-tea-shops-in-wellington https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/the-six-best-bubble-tea-shops-in-wellington Mon, 24 Feb 2020 19:41:02 +0000 From mega chains to locally owned hole-in-the-walls and all the cheese foam you could ask for.

]]> From mega chains to locally owned hole-in-the-walls and all the cheese foam you could ask for.

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