Āporo is the Māori word for apple; in life we relate apples to health, vitality and simplicity. Āporo prides itself on its wide range of organic and free-range products.
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Great service, delicious affordable food and proficient coffee-making, all wrapped into an underground bundle at Cafe Viva.
BNZ Centre Food Court, corner of Willis Street and Lambton Quay, Wellington
Westmeres newest addition, Catroux is simplistic and chic, offering an excellent range of brunch (including free range eggs), lunch and cabinet food. There is even a sandpit out the back and “Little People” menu for kids.
129 West End Road, Westmere, Auckland
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Slotted into the first story of Wellington City Library is the atmospherically lit and futuristically designed Clark’s Café, generally packed out with avid book readers and café goers alike. They serve up a wide range of serve-over and to-order foods, with baristas busting out non-stop lattes. Snug!
Good simple food, a great wine list, two dining rooms, and a sunny courtyard. Dunedin coffee represent!
High tea as it should be, sweet and savoury treats, and Peoples Coffee to boot!
Read Tea & Toast’s glowing review.
Kapai is committed to being an ethical and sustainable Wellington business. They promote fair trade, zero waste and the use of environmentally friendly packaging. Kapai is also very proud of its food. which is grown right here in little old NZ. A salad explosion and more….
9 A Courtenay Place, Wellington.
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A local’s delight and the Greek food mecca of Newtown, Kiallis is open long hours, run by a colourful, exuberant family. A fantastic menu and serve-over food, warm and social atmosphere.
176 Riddiford Street (at the foot of Constable Street), Newtown, Wellington
Here you will find delicious, local food and drinks (Tuatara beer and Pinto juice) served from an old school coffee cart at the top of Cuba Street. Check out Joe’s delicious Yellow Sunshine halloumi burger or the delightful sweet treats. Swing by for a beer on a summer’s evening.
Corner of Webb and Cuba Streets, Wellington
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Lamason is New Zealand’s first dedicated Siphon Coffee bar, and offers mighty espresso-based drinks and v60 pour-over brews. Whole or ground beans are retailed from cylindrical hoppers – the current single origins used in the siphons, and the Don Wilfredo blend used in espresso. A spacious cafe with indoor and (covered) outdoor seating. Fresh sammies, pies, and sweets are also available.
29 Lombard St, off Manners Mall in the Wellington CBD.
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Long Beach is a foodie’s paradise opposite the beach in Waikanae, offering a plethora of locally produced foods and beverages. They focus on locality, organicality, and quality in all things; they serve up a smooth Don Wilfredo shot; and offer a huge number of Tuatara beers on tap.
Mash is a major sun trap in Dunedin’s Octagon that uses fresh, organic products and accommodates different dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.
A great European-style delicatessen on the main street in Masterton, featuring in-house cooking from chef Wayne DellaBarca, who’s quite a character. Massa makes organic gelato as well as a host of cabinet condiments.
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A sophisticated little joint located right next to Quilters Bookshop on Ghuznee Street. Enjoy a perfect espresso while taking in the arty atmosphere or wandering through the adjoining bookshop to find some rare and wonderful reading material. For foodies: a small, simple and seasonal menu that focuses on quality, local produce; in particular: really good filled baguettes and famous egg sandwiches!
35 Ghuznee Street, Wellington
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Neighbourhood bar & fine diner. Excellent beers, cocktails, and more. Tables to write on. Espresso and bottomless single origin filter coffee. Super burgers. Outdoor seating. Local music nights. Spin your own vinyl. And magic in the night. They’re actually also open from lunchtimes on many a day. Comfy and cosy in the heart of Newtown.
Corner of Riddiford and Rintoul Streets, Newtown, Wellington
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A foodies’ hub, Moore Wilson stocks every luxury food and drink known to mankind (almost). Buy our beans fresh or grab an espresso and a well-crafted pastry and take in the atmosphere.
Pránáh serves wholesome, non-processed vegetarian food, with lots of gluten-free and vegan-friendly options. The scrambled tofu and salad menu are legendary. A high standard of espresso flows from the small café.
Mini-review of Pranah by Melissa Keys, Wellington co-ordinator for Conscious Consumers.
Rapido serves excellent coffee and fabulous home-style counter food, and tries to use fair trade, organic, free range, local produce and eco products where possible. Coffee grounds go to a local community garden, and food scraps feed a family of chickens who in return supply the café with eggs. All papers and plastics are recycled, and Rapido strives to be as sustainable and ethical as possible. They also run frequent public cuppings, where you can taste coffees from individual origins.
Saluté Delicatessen, in the heart of Taupo’s CBD, specialises in great food, delicious coffee, an awesome array of Mediterranean deli items and has Taupo’s only cheese room. Pop in for breakfast, lunch or a look around.
Shop online for the tastiest, freshest, local food and get it delivered to your door in the wider Wellington region every Tuesday or Friday. Order before 9.30pm Sunday for Tuesday delivery and 9.30pm Wednesday for Friday delivery. Local produce goodness!
John is an espresso machine. Well, he has two espresso machines, and he is the third – he is known locally as the Man Who Never Sleeps. Serving up takeaway coffees and counter goodies to the Hospital-centric sector of Newtown from the triangular Velox, John can often be spotted playing his guitar outside on quiet afternoons. A great hang-out and stop-off point.
88 Riddiford Street, Newtown, Wellington (opposite Newtown School, next to the bus stop)
Within Vicbooks bookstore (located in the Student Union Building) lies the heart of great coffee on campus. Peoples Coffee, combined with delectable food and pastries (not to mention the books, oh, the books), makes Vicbooks an oasis of vital replenishment in the Victoria University campus.
Level 3, Student Union Building, Victoria University of Wellington, Kelburn Parade, Kelburn, Wellington
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