Monthly Archives: November 2011

Gosu – Amazing Sushi Place

By Kim Pickworth Having recently arrived to spend a month working in the New Zealand Porter Novelli office, I was eager to explore the local eateries offering lunch to the ravenous working population surrounding Mt Eden and who better to … Continue reading

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The Tucker Box

Sometimes when it comes to a quick feed, a bakery is your best bet. A favourite for tradies and the like, it’s quick and easy and provides the variety you’re after depending on your food mood. The Tucker Box on … Continue reading

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Orion Cafe

Situated within the Orion Health building on Enfield Street, Mt Eden, the Orion Café specialises in healthy(ish) foods. You won’t find a deep fryer here, they’re not allowed to have one in the building, seriously! What you will find is … Continue reading

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Hare Krishna: Food For Life

It was with some trepidation I had originally eaten at Hare Krishna on the always friendly Karangahape Road.  As a red blooded, carnivorous male I looked with scorn upon those I deemed vegetarians.  What could they possibly know? With their … Continue reading

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Renkon

It’s hardly Auckland’s best kept secret but Renkon still continues to provide quality food and friendly service feeding anyone one from students to hipsters to accountants! With four locations in the city centre (Ponsonby, Pitt St, Durham St East and … Continue reading

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Big J’s Takeaways

The short 15min car ride from the Auckland CBD and nestled in the valleys of suburban Mt Wellington, Big J’s Takeaways is a true diamond in the rough. Get over your first impressions with this one. The exterior of the … Continue reading

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