Concrete Playground - Auckland - Feed https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/category/food-drink Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:00:29 +0000 en-au hourly 1 The Late-Night Hong Kong Restaurants Worth Staying Up For https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/late-night-hong-kong-restaurants-worth-staying-up-for https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/late-night-hong-kong-restaurants-worth-staying-up-for Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:59:52 +0000 Whether you're craving pre-dawn dim sum or a steaming bowl of noodles after a night out, these late-night restaurants are worth staying up for.

]]> Whether you're craving pre-dawn dim sum or a steaming bowl of noodles after a night out, these late-night restaurants are worth staying up for.

]]> This Just in: Following Its Recent Sudden Closure, Cam's Kiosk's Replacement Has Been Announced, From a Pair Conveniently Familiar with the Space https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/news-2/bar-familiar-coming-soon https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/news-2/bar-familiar-coming-soon Mon, 10 Aug 2026 03:49:29 +0000 When Spring arrives, and the weather warms up, we're set to get a new neighbourhood favourite.

]]> When Spring arrives, and the weather warms up, we're set to get a new neighbourhood favourite.

]]> Coming Soon: Afloat Is Going Greek for Its 11th Season, with Ouzo Frozen Cola, Meze and a Toast to Your Health https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/afloat-melbourne-yamas-greece https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/afloat-melbourne-yamas-greece Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:01:14 +0000 This floating venue has resurfaced with a Greek island-inspired makeover, complete with native wines, seasonal cocktails and meze plates.

]]> This floating venue has resurfaced with a Greek island-inspired makeover, complete with native wines, seasonal cocktails and meze plates.

]]> The Best Hearty Roasts in Sydney https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/food-2/the-ten-best-hearty-roasts-to-eat-in-sydney https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/food-2/the-ten-best-hearty-roasts-to-eat-in-sydney Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:50:44 +0000 There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a chilly Sydney Sunday.

]]> There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a chilly Sydney Sunday.

]]> Coming Soon: Japan's Mega Curry Rice Chain CoCo Ichibanya Is Making Its Australian Debut https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/coco-ichibanya-melbourne https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/coco-ichibanya-melbourne Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:13:31 +0000 The world's largest Japanese curry rice chain is landing in Melbourne, bringing its famously customisable cuisine to Australia for the first time.

]]> The world's largest Japanese curry rice chain is landing in Melbourne, bringing its famously customisable cuisine to Australia for the first time.

]]> The Secrets to Hosting a Stress-Free Celebration at Home https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/hosting-stress-free-celebration-at-home https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/hosting-stress-free-celebration-at-home Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:27:12 +0000 From signature cocktails to restaurant-quality catering, here's how to host a stress-free private party that feels as special for you as it does for your guests.

]]> From signature cocktails to restaurant-quality catering, here's how to host a stress-free private party that feels as special for you as it does for your guests.

]]> The Specials Board: These Are Sydney's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for August https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/sydneys-best-food-and-drink-specials https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/sydneys-best-food-and-drink-specials Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:32:28 +0000 New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> The Specials Board: These Are Melbourne's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for August https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/melbournes-best-food-and-drink-specials https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/melbournes-best-food-and-drink-specials Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:29:22 +0000 New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

]]> This Ancient Mexican Landmark Has Inspired a New Luxury Tequila https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/ancient-mexican-landmark-1800-tequila https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/food-drink/ancient-mexican-landmark-1800-tequila Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:37:34 +0000 The inspiration behind 1800 Tequila's new luxury añejo, 1800 GuachiMonton, is an ancient ceremonial site in the heart of Mexico's tequila region.

]]> The inspiration behind 1800 Tequila's new luxury añejo, 1800 GuachiMonton, is an ancient ceremonial site in the heart of Mexico's tequila region.

]]> This Just In: Bali's FINNS Beach Club Just Got Even Bigger With A Brand New VIP Section https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/travel-leisure/travel/this-just-in-balis-finns-beach-club-just-got-even-bigger-with-a-brand-new-vip-section https://concreteplayground.com/auckland/travel-leisure/travel/this-just-in-balis-finns-beach-club-just-got-even-bigger-with-a-brand-new-vip-section Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:37:05 +0000 The world-famous Canggu beach club has added 14 premium cabanas, 95 daybeds and a rooftop champagne pool, developed with Moët & Chandon, to its already sprawling Berawa venue.

]]> The world-famous Canggu beach club has added 14 premium cabanas, 95 daybeds and a rooftop champagne pool, developed with Moët & Chandon, to its already sprawling Berawa venue.

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