Sarah Templeton, Author at Concrete Playground

Guide
The Ten Best Restaurants in Auckland

From a famously fabulous modern Indian eatery to an Italian-inspired nook on K' Road — these are the Auckland restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

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Event
Food Truck Round Up at MOTAT

Thu, 2 May - Sat, 4 May 2024
MOTAT, Western Springs

Three nights of delicious eats, live entertainment and top-notch vibes at the beloved transport museum.

Book Now

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News
Nine Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Across Aotearoa

You're never too old for this Easter hunt.

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Event
Anti-Valentine's Party on Karangahape Road

Thu, 15 Feb, 2024
Karangahape Road, Auckland

For one night only, Karangahape Road is throwing a street party dedicated to love and all its messiness.

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News
The Best Day Spas in Auckland

Treat yourself to a full-body scrub, a coconut milk bath or a luxurious buccal facial that literally fights gravity at these Auckland spas.

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News
Here's What's Open in Auckland for Christmas Day Eats and Drinks in 2023

Spend Christmas Day eating and drinking with friends and family at some of the city's top restaurants, wineries and bars.

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Event
Franklin Road Christmas Lights 2023

Fri, 1 Dec - Sun, 24 Dec 2023
Franklin Road, Auckland

The iconic hallmark of Auckland's festive season is back for 2023.

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News
Whittaker's Is Releasing a Super-Festive Limited-Edition Candy Cane Block for Christmas

Warning: this Christmas-themed, crunchy chocolate may cause you to drool.

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Event
Harbour Eats Presents Brewfest 2023

Sat, 7 Oct, 2023
Harbour Eats, Auckland

Cool off after a big morning of retail therapy at this Oktoberfest-inspired beer festival.

Buy Tickets

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News
Peggy Gou, Foals, Wilkinson and Sub Focus Will Headline 2024's Two-Day Golden Lights Festival

The first festival of the 2024 summer season is doubling its fun, with A-Trak, Half Queen, ISOxo and Knock2 also on the lineup.

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Event
Culley's Smoke & Spice Festival 2023

Sat, 2 Sep - Sun, 3 Sep 2023
Shed 10, Queens Wharf, Auckland

Smoky barbecue, hot sauce and ice-cold bevvies on the waterfront — this is what dreams are made of.

Buy Tickets

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Event
First Thursdays on Karangahape Road

Thu, 3 Aug, 2023
Karangahape Road, Auckland

The streetwide festival of eats, drinks, performances and markets is back for another month.

Book Now

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News
Auckland Restaurant Month Returns This August with Speciality Menus, Masterclasses and Events

The month-long food gala returns with long lunches, intimate dining experiences and price-point menus.

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Event
The Unruly Tourists

Thu, 1 Jan, 1970
Bruce Mason Centre, Auckland

The bizarre period of New Zealand history where we turned against one UK family will be immortalised on stage in March.

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News
South Island Region Marlborough Has Just Been Dubbed One of the Most Welcoming Spots in the World

It's known predominantly for its epic sav blanc and stunning walking trails — and now this famous wine region has been recognised for laying out the welcome mat.

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Event
Big Gay Out 2023

Sun, 12 Mar, 2023
Coyle Park, Auckland

A crowd of more than 15,000 is expected at the giant one-day celebration of Auckland's rainbow community.

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Event
Cross Street Festival 2023

Sat, 11 Mar, 2023
Cross Street, Auckland

The openair block party taking over everyone's favourite little side street is back for another year.

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Event
The Cassia Kitchen

Wed, 8 Feb - Sat, 4 Mar 2023
French Cafe, Auckland

Cassia is making a post-flood comeback with a new dining pop-up across town.

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News
New Zealand Pop-Punk Band Goodnight Nurse Are Reuniting to Open for My Chemical Romance Next Month

Start practising your scream-singing — Joel Little, Jaden Parkes and Rowan Crowe are heading back to the stage.

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News
K' Road Is Hosting a Streetwide Anti-Valentine's Party of Poetry, Comedy, Burlesque and Food

For one night only, Karangahape Road is throwing a party dedicated to love and all its messiness.

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