Wellington on a Plate so far

Wellington on a Plate opened on Friday. How’s it been for you so far? We’ve been trying to share people’s microreviews on Twitter, and of course @wellyonaplate will be even more informative,  but I thought I’d do some proper writeups for you about what I’ve been eating. So, in chronological order: Dine menu at The […]

A lion (and others) in winter

Right now the magnolias are in bloom along Roy Street in Newtown, and it’s gorgeous. But of course, it’s around this time last year that it snowed, so don’t be fooled – it’s still winter. The good news though, means that Wellington Zoo has entry for only $5 on Wednesdays throughout all of August. Naturally […]

Cooking class something to raw about

Urban Harvest has been doing really interesting tastings/cooking classes for a while out of their Mount Victoria shop. We went along to a Pacific Harvest seaweed class, and were deliciously surprised, It was a fun night as well, so I thought I’d give you a heads-up about the next class coming up. They’re having a […]

Quick Brown Fox Launch, Friday July 6th

Given the passion of certain Wellingtonistas for all things coffee, and the obsession of others for cocktails, it was never going to be hard to tempt us to the launch of a new artisan coffee liqueur. Add a label featuring an anthropomorphised fox inspired by the Wildean dandy Lord Henry Wotton, and throw the party […]

What we’ve been tweeting about lately

Do you follow us on Twitter? A lot of you do. But you might miss our tweets in amongst all your very important updates from sportspeople, so here’s what’s been going on. We talked about a new Mojo opening in the Telecom building on Willis Street, and what a relief that was since it was […]

You should have lunch at Duke Carvell’s this July

July would be a really good time to have a weekday lunch at Duke Carvell’s on Swan Lane. Why? Because a) it’s delicious and warming and b) they’ll donate 20% of your bill to one of a range of charities. Bloody good work! Our Tom B is the Mayor of Duke Carvell’s (well, on Foursquare […]

Craft2.0 is back in the City

Tomorrow, Saturday 30th sees the return of Wellington’s favourite fair Craft2.0 in the sunny and light atrium of the Chaffers Dock Building, downtown Wellington City It’s a celebration of all things, craft, handmade and indie design, in one place for just one day.  A curated selection of  crafters, makers and designers will offer a world […]

Data without borders

They say that knowledge is power, and when it comes down to it, knowledge often comes from data. But how do you get the most out of your data? Or how do you get your hands on someone else’s? Find out on Thursday June 28. Data Without Borders NZ is gathering a network of non-profits, […]

The lemurs, they are attacking

This is an invitation to attend a very special event, The Lemur Attack Force Launch Party and Fundraiser. TONIGHT at the Hop Garden from 7pm, it looks to be hoots of fun – details of the shenanigans are available at http://lemurattackforce.co.nz/the-lemur-attack-force-launch-party-is-on/.   In 18 Days Aimee Whitcroft and Dane Foster are taking a wee drive from […]

Beware, Wild Animals!

Welcome to the jungle – it’s time to dance. The Jo Sandwich is proud to present Wild Animals, a night of dancing and mayhem to raise money for Wellington SPCA. On July 20, the Burgundy Room underneath Bar Bodega will be host to a roaringly good time. Trust your animal instincts on this one and […]