There’s something rather nice about Browns Bay Shopping Centre. It’s an oldie but a goodie, without a mall in sight. It really has a relaxed, beachside feel about it, and reflects the diversity of its local citizens. All your weekly shopping needs can be satisfied in Browns Bay as it is well serviced for food, … Continued
365 Days | #15 | Wild Wheat Bakery
Do some bread tasting at Wild Wheat Bakery (Takapuna and Belmont). This is bread the way it was meant to be – chewy, crusty and full of flavour – mmmmmmm
365 Days | #13 | Takapuna Market
The Takapuna Markets are held every Sunday morning, 6-12, at the Anzac St carpark.
365 Days | #9 | The Department Store
Exciting collection of retailers sharing a gorgeous space in central Takapuna – Karen Walker, Stephen Marr, Simon James, Black Box, Lucy & The Powder Room, et al
Albany Farmers’ Market
Albany Village Farmers’ Market is a small, friendly market located in the historic community hall in the Village. Great place to buy local, handmade cakes, pies, soap, chocolate, sausages and other goodies.
In Praise of Main Street Shopping
The virtues of mainstreet shopping on Auckland’s North Shore, as opposed to shopping in Malls. A brief overview of the main shopping centres on the Shore.
Forrest Hill
An overview of Forrest Hill on the North Shore, for those thinking of buying or selling a house there. Schools, shopping, clubs and transport.