Shane Cortese shares his top food and coffee spots

As we launch our annual Taste of Takapuna celebration of eating and drinking around Takapuna Beach, actor and Harcourts auctioneer Shane Cortese tell us his favourite spots to grab a beer and a pizza, burgers and coffee. A NIGHT OUT “I’m a great lover of shared foods, platters and Italian. So there’s one particular place […]

The Best Restaurants, Bars And Cafés In Takapuna

Thanks to Urban List for this awesome break down of some of their picks of restaurants and eateries in Takapuna! You can read the full article on their website here. Takapuna is one of our fave suburbs, period. Not only is it home to one of the most popular beaches on the North Shore and […]

Christmas Shopping in Takapuna

Experience Christmas shopping as it should be – relaxed, seaside, boutique shopping and refreshments in Takapuna! Takapuna has it all this silly season! Whether you’re looking for that perfect present for Mum, Dad, the kids or the dog, or if you’re looking to stock up the fridge and pantry for the family get-together’s. Shore City […]

EVERY COFFEE COUNTS

Every coffee you buy, every takeaway you get, every home delivered meal you order, supports our local hospitality industry. Hospitality in Auckland is one of the hardest hit industries due to COVID 19.  We thank you for helping them to get through this period, so they can continue to serve you in the future. To […]

Takapuna Beach has your Home covered this Spring

Takapuna Beach is home to no less than 11 stores that provide for the home. Bardsleys Lighting & Design in Auburn Street; Bed Bath n Table in Shore City; Citta in Como Street; Creative and Brave in Shore City; Duck Limited in Shore City; Farmers in Shore City; Kitchens By Design in Byron Avenue; Resene […]

Hospitality Peoples’ Choice Awards 2021

Vote now for your favourite hospitality businesses, in the Taste of Takapuna 2021 Peoples’ Choice Awards! We want to show our support for all the amazing hospitality businesses in Takapuna, and give YOU the ability to share the love this month, by nominating your favourite places in Takapuna to eat, drink and indulge. There are […]

Profile: EAT Street, 40 Hurstmere Road

Fortieth & Hurstmere is more than just a laneway – it’s a neighbourhood, and any good neighbourhood comes with different types of locals. When we built Fortieth & Hurstmere, we handpicked a selection of the best establishments to join our community. Whether you’re after a spot of coffee in the morning, a bite to eat […]

Nanam: Pan fried Kingfish

Thanks to Nanam for sharing with us this delicious taste of the Phillipines, to recreate in our own homes! Pan fried Kingfish: in Spicy soybean glaze with sautéed Kale and leek and mint GLAZE: 25g peeled garlic 25g Vegetable oil 25g whole grain mustard Pinch of salt 125g soy bean paste 50ml White vinegar 50g […]

Mexico: Rosé Sangria

Mexico Takapuna are bringing a little fiesta to your place, with their delicious Sangria recipe! Quantity: 1 litres Ingredients 500ml x your favourite bottle Rosé ¼ red apple sliced ¼ orange sliced 3 x lemon wheels ½ peach sliced 8 x pieces frozen strawberries 20ml x rosewater 80ml x apple juice 80ml x cranberry juice […]

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