Stephen Heard, Author at Concrete Playground

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Auckland Restaurant Month Has Dropped a Mouthwatering Lineup for 2019

The epic food gala returns with 25-course vegetarian degustations, foraged feasts and tequila tastings.

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Event
Good Morning

Sat, 13 Jul, 2019
Kokako Organic Coffee Roastery, Auckland

This sandwich pop-up will highlight wild plants and underrated parts of produce that are normally destined for the bin.

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A Less Obvious Guide to Discovering Fiji

Make the most of your next tropical getaway both on and off the water.

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Pop-Up Globe Winter Season

Mon, 8 Jul - Sun, 25 Aug 2019
Pop-up Globe, Auckland

A new roof has transformed the theatre into an all-weather venue.

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Friday Night Wheel and Wine

Multiple single dates
The Clay Centre

Form vessels with clay while nursing your own goblet of vino.

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New Zealand's Toasted Sandwich Tour Is Back for 2019

More than 50 eateries have signed up to put their spin on the cheesy snack.

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New Zealand International Film Festival's Jam-Packed 2019 Program Is Here

Featuring winners from Cannes, New Zealand-made features and a series of world premieres, this year's NZIFF is shaping up to be a big one.

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Event
The GP Speakeasy #2

Fri, 6 Sep, 2019
Garage Project Kingsland, Kingsland

This table-service speakeasy will see Wellington's Garage Project serve up everything from wild wine to beer cocktails.

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Five Hop-Filled Picks for Auckland Beer Week 2019

Featuring beer-fuelled karaoke, tap takeovers and a festival to discover new and interesting concoctions.

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The Lineup Has Been Announced for Ponsonby's New Month-Long Restaurant Festival

Indulgent family-style feasts, five-course cocktail degustations and Middle Eastern cooking lessons — it's all happening at Ponsonby's new food celebration.

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Event
Hawaiian BBQ Luau

Sat, 6 Jul, 2019
Morepork BBQ, Auckland

Have your fill of an entire roasted hog to celebrate Behemoth Brewing Company's sixth birthday.

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Event
Matariki Indian Styles

Sun, 30 Jun, 2019
The Tasting Shed, Kumeu

An east-meets-Polynesia collaboration to ring in Māori New Year.

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Elemental Hub

Mon, 1 Jul - Sun, 28 Jul 2019
Aotea Square, Auckland

Auckland Live's seasonal basecamp features an ice skating rink, transparent 'igloos' and the iconic Auckland Night Markets.

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Tommy's Is Auckland CBD's New Dedicated Champagne Lounge

Where you can sip all your favourite French tipples or a ginormous bottle fit for 12.

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You Can Now Take Household Pets on Auckland Trains for Free

Your pet cat, dog, guinea pig and rabbit can now enjoy free public transport in Auckland.

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Coffee Cup Lending System Again Again Has Launched in Auckland

More than 20 Auckland cafes have signed up for the eco-friendly initiative.

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News
Green Day's 'American Idiot' Musical Is Coming to Auckland

The rock musical is based on the punk band's iconic 2004 album.

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News
A Huge Program Has Been Announced for Matariki Festival 2019

Mark the arrival of Māori New Year with a massive street party, gourmet hāngi and an illuminated parade.

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This New App Is Tackling Food Waste by Hooking You Up with Cheap Eats

Help save the planet and enjoy restaurant quality grub for a fraction of the price.

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Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Bus, Train and Ferry Rides to Celebrate 100 Million Trips

It's the first time the number has been achieved in Auckland since 1951.

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