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Fleetwood Mac Tribute

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Cutlers

Ginology – Gin Appreciation Night

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D4 on Featherston

Classic French

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Cafe Soleil

Schoc & Coney – Chocolate & Wine Tasting Colab

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Cobblestones Museum

Drink the Stars

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Concrete

Battle Riffs & Aperitifs

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Counter Culture Board Game Cafe & Bar

Jo and Harry

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Bethel Woods

Feast with the Beast

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Brewd Island Bay

Hot Wok Choc

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Buzz Cafe

White Spiced Pumpkin Pie

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Bellbird Eatery

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Before we start looking to 2024, one more huge THANK YOU to all the amazing venues who got stuck into the festival this year. You’re all incredible and did a brilliant job, Pōneke is lucky to have you ❤️❤️❤️ Big shout out to our award winners! Everyone is a winner but you get a trophy to prove it 👏👏👏👏 https://www.thepost.co.nz/a/nz-news/350040512/best-wellingtons-eat-drink-play-festival-celebrated-awards-night And of course, a huge thanks to our sponsors. We love ya, this festival is testament to your generosity https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz/sponsors/ And of COURSE, thanks to the punters - you! Keep supporting the Welly scene ❤️ Salute!

Before we start looking to 2024, one more huge THANK YOU to all the amazing venues who got stuck into the festival this year. You’re all incredible and did a brilliant job, Pōneke is lucky to have you ❤️❤️❤️

Big shout out to our award winners! Everyone is a winner but you get a trophy to prove it 👏👏👏👏

https://www.thepost.co.nz/a/nz-news/350040512/best-wellingtons-eat-drink-play-festival-celebrated-awards-night

And of course, a huge thanks to our sponsors. We love ya, this festival is testament to your generosity

https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz/sponsors/

And of COURSE, thanks to the punters - you! Keep supporting the Welly scene ❤️ Salute! ...

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Jul 27

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ATTENTION. PRIZES. 🙌🙌🙌🙌 Beautiful humans of Pōneke! Did you check out any of the good times at Eat Drink Play? We’d LOVE to know all about your experience so we can make an even better one next time. Does that mean a quick survey? Yes. Yes it does. Link in bio. Is there a potential prize thanks to @staten_eatery? Yes. Also this. ❤️❤️❤️ Here’s a pic of the gorgeous @theonly_nessquick at @thechampagneria to get your attention, you’re welcome 📸@tomnoblecreative

ATTENTION. PRIZES. 🙌🙌🙌🙌

Beautiful humans of Pōneke! Did you check out any of the good times at Eat Drink Play?

We’d LOVE to know all about your experience so we can make an even better one next time.

Does that mean a quick survey? Yes. Yes it does. Link in bio.

Is there a potential prize thanks to @staten_eatery? Yes. Also this. ❤️❤️❤️

Here’s a pic of the gorgeous @theonly_nessquick at @thechampagneria to get your attention, you’re welcome

📸@tomnoblecreative ...

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Jul 12

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Join us at The Champagneria for a Bottomless Drag experience with a Great Gatsby twist! 🎩 Indulge in a platter for two, bottomless sangria, mimosas, and a dazzling drag show. Dress up in your finest flapper wear and enjoy a night of debauchery! Tickets: $80pp. July 13th, 6-8pm. Don't miss out! 🥂💃

Join us at The Champagneria for a Bottomless Drag experience with a Great Gatsby twist! 🎩

Indulge in a platter for two, bottomless sangria, mimosas, and a dazzling drag show. Dress up in your finest flapper wear and enjoy a night of debauchery!

Tickets: $80pp. July 13th, 6-8pm. Don`t miss out! 🥂💃 ...

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Jul 12

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DONT MISS OUT! Ernesto’s Cocina Cubana presents: Matariki Degustation | July 14th Join us for a celestial culinary journey on July 14th. Chef Kit Foe’s six-course degustation will transport your taste buds to the stars. Immerse yourself in Matariki’s enchanting ambiance, accompanied by live music. Limited tickets available: Degustation only: $89 Degustation + Non-Alcoholic Beverage: $119 Degustation + Full Beverage: $149 Don’t miss this exclusive event! Reserve now.

DONT MISS OUT!

Ernesto’s Cocina Cubana presents:
Matariki Degustation | July 14th

Join us for a celestial culinary journey on July 14th. Chef Kit Foe’s six-course degustation will transport your taste buds to the stars. Immerse yourself in Matariki’s enchanting ambiance, accompanied by live music.

Limited tickets available:

Degustation only: $89
Degustation + Non-Alcoholic Beverage: $119
Degustation + Full Beverage: $149
Don’t miss this exclusive event! Reserve now. ...

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Jul 11

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Marsha’s Marshmallow Delight! 🌸✨ Immerse yourself in a dreamy cocktail experience that’s as soft and sweet as Marsha herself. This stunning pink drink combines vanilla vodka, raspberry syrup, velvety egg white, and a touch of dehydrated raspberries, topped with an adorable marshmallow garnish. Indulge in the magic of sipping on a marshmallow! 🍹✨ Available exclusively from July 1st to July 16th at Little Beer Quarter. Price: $17. Don’t miss out on this enchanting delight! 🌟

Marsha’s Marshmallow Delight! 🌸✨ Immerse yourself in a dreamy cocktail experience that’s as soft and sweet as Marsha herself. This stunning pink drink combines vanilla vodka, raspberry syrup, velvety egg white, and a touch of dehydrated raspberries, topped with an adorable marshmallow garnish. Indulge in the magic of sipping on a marshmallow! 🍹✨ Available exclusively from July 1st to July 16th at Little Beer Quarter.

Price: $17. Don’t miss out on this enchanting delight! 🌟 ...

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Jul 10

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🐾 GRUFTS AT GEAR STREET 🐶 📅 July 16th, 3:00pm - 7:00pm 🕒 EVERY DOG DESERVES THEIR DAY! 🐾 Join us at Gear Street Union for a tail-wagging pooch party this July! All furry friends are invited to this one-of-a-kind event celebrating dogs of every shape and size in the Wellington region. We've partnered with the best local canine businesses to make this day extra special: 🐾 All Ears Training NZ (dog trainer) 🐾 Wellington Canine Bodywork (doggy massage) 🐾 Led & Collared (customized pet gear, merchandise, and accessories) 🐾 FurFrienz (functional and practical dog products and enrichment toys) 🐾 Cosy Critters Pet Care (dog trainer) What's in store for this epic dog's day out? 🐾 Exciting awards like best-dressed, most original trick, and most obedient! 🐾 Capture the moment with our majestic doggo wall through Polaroid pictures. 🐾 Pamper your pooch with puppychinos, dog biscuits, and other drool-worthy treats! Whether you have a furry companion or not, there's something for everyone. Pet some good boys and girls, and experience that much-needed endorphin boost. 🗓️ WHEN: Sunday, July 16th, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm 🎟️ BOOKINGS: Entry is free, and walk-ins are absolutely welcome. However, we encourage you to book in advance via our website. Get ready for a paws-itively fantastic time with your pooch! This party is not to be missed! Free entry for all! 🎉🐾

🐾 GRUFTS AT GEAR STREET 🐶
📅 July 16th, 3:00pm - 7:00pm 🕒

EVERY DOG DESERVES THEIR DAY! 🐾

Join us at Gear Street Union for a tail-wagging pooch party this July! All furry friends are invited to this one-of-a-kind event celebrating dogs of every shape and size in the Wellington region.

We`ve partnered with the best local canine businesses to make this day extra special:
🐾 All Ears Training NZ (dog trainer)
🐾 Wellington Canine Bodywork (doggy massage)
🐾 Led & Collared (customized pet gear, merchandise, and accessories)
🐾 FurFrienz (functional and practical dog products and enrichment toys)
🐾 Cosy Critters Pet Care (dog trainer)

What`s in store for this epic dog`s day out?
🐾 Exciting awards like best-dressed, most original trick, and most obedient!
🐾 Capture the moment with our majestic doggo wall through Polaroid pictures.
🐾 Pamper your pooch with puppychinos, dog biscuits, and other drool-worthy treats!

Whether you have a furry companion or not, there`s something for everyone. Pet some good boys and girls, and experience that much-needed endorphin boost.

🗓️ WHEN: Sunday, July 16th, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm
🎟️ BOOKINGS: Entry is free, and walk-ins are absolutely welcome. However, we encourage you to book in advance via our website.

Get ready for a paws-itively fantastic time with your pooch! This party is not to be missed!

Free entry for all! 🎉🐾 ...

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Jul 10

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Some moments from @rogueandvagabond on Saturday night! The live music trail was incredible!! 🎸💙 @wa_ll_ace

Some moments from @rogueandvagabond on Saturday night! The live music trail was incredible!! 🎸💙
@wa_ll_ace ...

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Jul 10

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🎉 BACK TO THE 80's PARTY 🕺💃 📅 July 15th, 8.30pm 🕣 Prepare to time-travel to the epic 80's! ⏰ Rev up the Delorean and dust off those Bon Jovi cassettes for an unforgettable night of nostalgia at Foxglove, Wellington's premier waterfront venue! Immerse yourself in a sea of 80's decor and dazzling neon, while The Hustle keeps the hits pumping all night long! Dress to impress in acid wash jeans, parachute pants, big scrunchies, and neon headbands, because we're handing out spot prizes for the best-dressed! For just $55pp, grab your time machine ticket before they vanish! But wait, there's more! Enjoy a complimentary neon blue arrival cocktail and savor 80's-inspired roaming canapés - all included in your ticket. Questions about this Eat Drink Play Wellington event? Drop us a line at info@myfunction.co.nz, and our friendly team will gladly assist you. Don't miss out on this totally tubular event! 🎶🌟

🎉 BACK TO THE 80`s PARTY 🕺💃
📅 July 15th, 8.30pm 🕣

Prepare to time-travel to the epic 80`s! ⏰

Rev up the Delorean and dust off those Bon Jovi cassettes for an unforgettable night of nostalgia at Foxglove, Wellington`s premier waterfront venue!

Immerse yourself in a sea of 80`s decor and dazzling neon, while The Hustle keeps the hits pumping all night long!

Dress to impress in acid wash jeans, parachute pants, big scrunchies, and neon headbands, because we`re handing out spot prizes for the best-dressed!

For just $55pp, grab your time machine ticket before they vanish!

But wait, there`s more! Enjoy a complimentary neon blue arrival cocktail and savor 80`s-inspired roaming canapés - all included in your ticket.

Questions about this Eat Drink Play Wellington event? Drop us a line at info@myfunction.co.nz, and our friendly team will gladly assist you.

Don`t miss out on this totally tubular event! 🎶🌟 ...

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Jul 10

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Don't let the chilly weather dampen your spirits! Indulge in these delightful culinary creations and warm up your taste buds! 🍽️🔥

Don`t let the chilly weather dampen your spirits! Indulge in these delightful culinary creations and warm up your taste buds! 🍽️🔥 ...

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Jul 8

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We’re off to a good start at @jackhackettsirishpub for the Wellington Live Music Trail!! So many incredible acts on tonight across the city. Don’t miss out…

We’re off to a good start at @jackhackettsirishpub for the Wellington Live Music Trail!! So many incredible acts on tonight across the city. Don’t miss out… ...

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Jul 8

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Feeling trapped by the cold weather? ❄️ Break free and indulge in a world of delightful hot chocolates! Experience new flavors and exciting combinations that will warm your heart and soul. Gather your loved ones and discover a range of extraordinary hot chocolates on our website. https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz

Feeling trapped by the cold weather? ❄️

Break free and indulge in a world of delightful hot chocolates! Experience new flavors and exciting combinations that will warm your heart and soul. Gather your loved ones and discover a range of extraordinary hot chocolates on our website.

https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz ...

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Jul 7

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We're all up and running now wonderful humans! But the good times don't end on July 16. We're here to celebrate our amazing Pōneke hospo industry at the Hospo Awards and After Party! Just after the fest on Sunday 23 July, we'll be running one more shindig to say thank you and hand out some awards <3 https://fb.me/e/6sh1NckEP

We`re all up and running now wonderful humans! But the good times don`t end on July 16. We`re here to celebrate our amazing Pōneke hospo industry at the Hospo Awards and After Party!

Just after the fest on Sunday 23 July, we`ll be running one more shindig to say thank you and hand out some awards <3

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Jul 7

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FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY AT STATION GARDENS! 🤩 Join us at Station Gardens (Sin Bin & Rizzo's) on Sunday 9th July from 11AM - 3PM for a very special family day full of fun! What to expect: 🍕 Kids pizza making 🌭 Sausage sizzle 🎨 Face painting 🎲 Games 🐴 Petting zoo (ponies, donkeys & more!) 🍴 Food & drink specials 💃 Dancing with local dance organisers 👩‍🚒 Education session and Q&A with NZ Firemen (TBC) 🍗 Sin Bin's chicken wing eating competition The best part? FREE ENTRY for all. We've also got exclusive specials on pizza and wings for all accompanying adults - so you can sit back, relax and enjoy some downtime while the youngins get creative! Got a question about this Eat Drink Play Wellington event? Email our friendly team at info@myfunction.co.nz and they'll be able to help you out.

FAMILY FUNDAY SUNDAY AT STATION GARDENS! 🤩

Join us at Station Gardens (Sin Bin & Rizzo`s) on Sunday 9th July from 11AM - 3PM for a very special family day full of fun!

What to expect:
🍕 Kids pizza making
🌭 Sausage sizzle
🎨 Face painting
🎲 Games
🐴 Petting zoo (ponies, donkeys & more!)
🍴 Food & drink specials
💃 Dancing with local dance organisers
👩‍🚒 Education session and Q&A with NZ Firemen (TBC)
🍗 Sin Bin`s chicken wing eating competition

The best part? FREE ENTRY for all.

We`ve also got exclusive specials on pizza and wings for all accompanying adults - so you can sit back, relax and enjoy some downtime while the youngins get creative!

Got a question about this Eat Drink Play Wellington event? Email our friendly team at info@myfunction.co.nz and they`ll be able to help you out. ...

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Jul 7

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Festival of Christmas: Chocolate & Wine Tasting Collab 🍷🍫🎄 Join us at Cobblestones Museum on July 22nd, 2023, from 12pm-4pm for a delightful celebration of Christmas! Indulge in 4 wine and chocolate pairings that will explode with flavor. Get your tickets now on Eventfinda or drop by on the day (subject to availability). Don't miss this ultimate chocolate and wine experience!

Festival of Christmas: Chocolate & Wine Tasting Collab 🍷🍫🎄

Join us at Cobblestones Museum on July 22nd, 2023, from 12pm-4pm for a delightful celebration of Christmas!

Indulge in 4 wine and chocolate pairings that will explode with flavor.

Get your tickets now on Eventfinda or drop by on the day (subject to availability). Don`t miss this ultimate chocolate and wine experience! ...

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Jul 7

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GIVEAWAY!! Wellington is filled with excitement during the Eat Drink Play Festival! We're halfway through the festivities, enjoying non-stop food, fun, and revelry in the heart of the capital city. To celebrate, we're giving away x4 tickets to tomorrow night's Wellington Live Music Trail: 🎵 x2 Soul City @ San Fran - Tickets worth $35 each! 🎵 x2 French for Rabbits @ Meow - Tickets worth $25 each! To enter, simply like this post and tag the person you'd bring in the comments below!! For bonus points, visit the Eat Drink Play Facebook page, like, and follow us (gives you x5 entries)! Winners will be drawn tonight, so don't miss out! Join us for an unforgettable experience at the festival.

GIVEAWAY!!

Wellington is filled with excitement during the Eat Drink Play Festival! We`re halfway through the festivities, enjoying non-stop food, fun, and revelry in the heart of the capital city.

To celebrate, we`re giving away x4 tickets to tomorrow night`s Wellington Live Music Trail:

🎵 x2 Soul City @ San Fran - Tickets worth $35 each!

🎵 x2 French for Rabbits @ Meow - Tickets worth $25 each!

To enter, simply like this post and tag the person you`d bring in the comments below!!

For bonus points, visit the Eat Drink Play Facebook page, like, and follow us (gives you x5 entries)!

Winners will be drawn tonight, so don`t miss out! Join us for an unforgettable experience at the festival. ...

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Jul 7

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Join us on July 8th for FLAMINGO JOE'S cruise event! 🎉 Indulge in a 2-course Kiwi seafood menu and enjoy a 2-hour charter cruise on Sweet Georgia. Choose from Standard Cruise ($79) or Luxe Cruise ($99) options. Proceeds support the Māui Dolphin. Limited spots available, book now! Email info@myfunction.co.nz for inquiries. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kapura/917709

Join us on July 8th for FLAMINGO JOE`S cruise event! 🎉

Indulge in a 2-course Kiwi seafood menu and enjoy a 2-hour charter cruise on Sweet Georgia.

Choose from Standard Cruise ($79) or Luxe Cruise ($99) options. Proceeds support the Māui Dolphin.

Limited spots available, book now! Email info@myfunction.co.nz for inquiries.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/kapura/917709 ...

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Jul 6

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🎵 Get ready to groove and stroll through the electrifying sounds of the Wellington Live Music Trail! 🚶‍♀️🎶 Join us for an unforgettable night of live performances by legendary Kiwi entertainers at the city's finest music venues. From San Fran to Meow, Rogue to Vagabond, and more, the trail is set to ignite your senses. 🎸✨ Curated by Fly My Pretties, The Black Seeds, Barnaby Weir, and Wiri Donna's Bianca Bailey, this stellar lineup includes The Boomshack Band, French For Rabbits, Wallace, Zoe Moon, and many others! Don't miss out! Check the listings below for the full lineup and ticket links. (Some events are even free entry!) https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz/live-music-trail/

🎵 Get ready to groove and stroll through the electrifying sounds of the Wellington Live Music Trail! 🚶‍♀️🎶

Join us for an unforgettable night of live performances by legendary Kiwi entertainers at the city`s finest music venues. From San Fran to Meow, Rogue to Vagabond, and more, the trail is set to ignite your senses. 🎸✨

Curated by Fly My Pretties, The Black Seeds, Barnaby Weir, and Wiri Donna`s Bianca Bailey, this stellar lineup includes The Boomshack Band, French For Rabbits, Wallace, Zoe Moon, and many others!

Don`t miss out! Check the listings below for the full lineup and ticket links. (Some events are even free entry!)

https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz/live-music-trail/ ...

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Jul 6

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Looking for plans for tonight?🎉 We're offering 2 tickets to the electrifying event "NEVER MIND THE SEX PISTOLS, HERE'S THE BOLLOCKS!" happening tonight, July 6th, at 6pm, at MEOW. To win these tickets, simply visit the Eat Drink Play Facebook page, give it a like and follow, and then leave a comment on this post telling us who you'd take with you to the event tonight! Trust us, you don't want to miss out on this incredible opportunity! Winners will be drawn at 3:30pm!

Looking for plans for tonight?🎉

We`re offering 2 tickets to the electrifying event "NEVER MIND THE SEX PISTOLS, HERE`S THE BOLLOCKS!" happening tonight, July 6th, at 6pm, at MEOW.

To win these tickets, simply visit the Eat Drink Play Facebook page, give it a like and follow, and then leave a comment on this post telling us who you`d take with you to the event tonight!

Trust us, you don`t want to miss out on this incredible opportunity!

Winners will be drawn at 3:30pm! ...

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Jul 5

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We can’t believe we’re nearly half way through the Eat Drink Play festival! 🎉 Haven’t made it to an event yet?! Visit our website to get your tickets now !! https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz

We can’t believe we’re nearly half way through the Eat Drink Play festival! 🎉

Haven’t made it to an event yet?!
Visit our website to get your tickets now !! https://eatdrinkplay.co.nz ...

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Jul 5

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Pop down to Auntie Social in Newtown to get funky during the festival! 📻🌼 This Matariki, Aunties is celebrating with a seasonal dish, cocktail to match and live jazzy tunes that will keep you warm and cosy. Come in and try their festival dish... Kawakawa, ginger and merlot braised beef cheek, Kurama and leek rosti, bacon red onion jam, fresh watercress with a basil coulis. Pair it with either the Manuka smoke whisky cocktail or orange spiced mulled wine. Dish only $28, Paired with cocktail $40. 🌼HANWHO - July 6th, 8pm Soulful and groovy live set using electric bass, vocals and subtle electronic textures. FREE entry 🌼ALEX TRASK - July 13th, 8pm Local saxophonist and clarinettist based in Wellington. FREE entry July 1st - July 16th (3:30pm - 10pm) See ya there! 💛🧡

Pop down to Auntie Social in Newtown to get funky during the festival! 📻🌼
This Matariki, Aunties is celebrating with a seasonal dish, cocktail to match and live jazzy tunes that will keep you warm and cosy.
Come in and try their festival dish... Kawakawa, ginger and merlot braised beef cheek, Kurama and leek rosti, bacon red onion jam, fresh watercress with a basil coulis. Pair it with either the Manuka smoke whisky cocktail or orange spiced mulled wine.
Dish only $28, Paired with cocktail $40.

🌼HANWHO - July 6th, 8pm
Soulful and groovy live set using electric bass, vocals and subtle electronic textures.
FREE entry

🌼ALEX TRASK - July 13th, 8pm
Local saxophonist and clarinettist based in Wellington.
FREE entry

July 1st - July 16th (3:30pm - 10pm)
See ya there! 💛🧡 ...

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