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 Wholesale butcher |
Corner Hopper & Arlington Street Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 385 6118 |
A.E. Preston's is a popular place to buy your meat especially if you shop in bulk. Preston's, while primarily a wholesaler, has a large range of fresh meat including beef, bacon and ham and a variety of other small goods. Pick yourself up some frozen vegetables, desserts, cheese or pastries while you are here. It is a superb place to purchase a bulk bag of sausages for the barbecue or fundraiser. Gift vouchers and courier packs of food are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Fresh daily |
83 Aro Street Te Aro Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 384 5473 |
Situated in the cluster of shops in the centre of charming Aro Street, the Arobake is a great place to pull in for a quick bite on your busy sightseeing schedule. Recharge the batteries with a strong coffee or choose from a variety of cakes, sandwiches, biscuits, pies and more all baked fresh each day on the premises. Housed in a street-side villa the Arobake blends in with the local scenery and you would think it had been there since the beginning of time. (Well, the beginning of the street at least!) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bric-a-brac |
2 Todman Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 939 7808 |
You can not miss the Galleria - it is the one with the furniture and bric-a-brac tumbling out onto the pavement at the busy Brooklyn village intersection. Here you will find Steve and Aida, hard at work every day, buying, selling, and trading a wide range of quality second hand goods. There are antiques, art, furniture, home ware, collectables and tools. You will even find some quality used golf balls nicely packaged beside a turn of the century treasure. A great place for poking around any day of the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Gifts to purr over |
54 Cleveland Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 382 9805 |
If you are a cat lover you will find lots to purr over at this unique gift shop located in the inner city suburb of Brooklyn. There is a great selection of original handcrafted items featuring cat designs. From photo frames, mats and mobiles to ornaments, cards and candleholders, there is a great choice, at surprisingly low prices. You will also find other interesting items such as miniature beanies of New Zealand indigenous wild life. Everything you buy is beautifully gift wrapped on request at no extra charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upmarket takeaways |
67 Ottawa Road Ngaio Wellington 6004 New Zealand +64 4 479 1635 http://www.thecurryshop.co.nz/ |
This established business is not hindered by its suburban location; on the contrary, the owners have built up a loyal clientele and attract custom from all over the city. There is no doubt that when you are looking for something a little different in takeaways, a home style curry is an appealing option. Curries are sold frozen, but you can heat to eat in no time. Pre-packaged sauces are also available for those who prefer to assemble their own. Products are guaranteed to be better than home-made curries and are excellent value for money. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Fresh fish from the boats |
P. O. Box 16035 Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 6465 |
Fine fresh seafood directly from the local boats is available at this large retail outlet just out of the city. You can buy premium grade fresh or frozen fish to cook at home or try an in-house fish and chip meal. A wide selection of whole and filleted fish is available as well as local shellfish. The firm also imports a range of olive oils that are supplied to distributors, restaurants and supermarkets, and are also available retail. It is ideally located for those commuting to the southern or eastern suburbs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Handy wine shop |
Cleveland Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 920 0226 |
In the heart of Brooklyn this local liquor outlet has a dedicated following. It stocks all the booze basics of course including a selection of New Zealand and imported wine, beer and spirits. The decor is basic but that is all you need--the selection speaks for itself. So why not pop in and pick up a good bottle to offer to your hosts next time you are out this way. Additional branches are at Greta Point, Hutt Park, Karori, Northland, Wainuiomata, Porirua, Mana, and Upper Hutt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Educational experience |
155 Karori Road Karori Wellington 6005 New Zealand +64 4 476 0348 http://www.educationalexperien... |
If you are looking for something more imaginative and creative than the traditional range of children's toys, you are sure to find it at this innovative store. Describing itself as an educational experience store, it stocks a wide range of creative items designed to enrich play and encourage learning. There are music tapes, dress-ups, tools for carpentry, puzzles, games, puppets and heaps more guaranteed to delight and educate. Located on the main road of the inner city suburb of Karori, you can not miss its brightly painted exterior and prominent sign. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Suburban shopping |
236 Karori Road Karori Wellington 6005 New Zealand |
This smaller-size shopping mall is a great place for relaxed, hassle-free shopping. There is plenty of car parking and a wide variety of shops including two supermarkets, hair salon, designer fashion store, toyshop, gift shop, pharmacy and lots more. When the shopping spree is over you can enjoy a kebab and dessert at Karori Kebabs, or a coffee and cake at Rosina's Café which also serves continental dinners on Thursdays. Located just 10 minutes drive from central Wellington. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amazing collectables |
356 Tinakori Road Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 2666 |
An amazing collection of household goods and other collectables are on display in this shop, which is just a stone's throw away from Cuba Street. You can fossick around among the glass, china, water jugs, cutlery, jewellery, pennants, paintings, postcards, clocks, car plates, and old gramophones till your heart is content. There are old and not so old childrens toys including a Tonka truck(NZD22). There are also some bigger pieces of furniture if that's what you are after. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Neighbourhood dairy |
103 Aro Street Te Aro Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 385 7522 |
Almost as established as Aro street itself, Patel's Superette has been a part of the character of this well-known Wellington street. Set behind attractive trees, the store in a modern purpose built building, blends in with the surrounding character of the street. Drop in and pick up a bottle of wine or a tasty snack. With competitive prices you can afford to do your grocery shopping close to where you are staying. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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By name and nature |
356 Tinakori Road Thorndon Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 2666 |
This is one outlet that lives up to its name. Situated in the prestigious suburb of Thorndon, (the Prime Minister's residence is just up the road) this is one of the most presentable antique shops in Wellington. No musty aromas here and everything is displayed according to category. They buy and sell china, jewellery, sterling silver, glassware, and delicate pieces of furniture. They also favour unusual collectables like antique woodworking tools. In an enclave of antique shops, this is one of the best. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta delights and more |
306 Tinakori Road Thorndon Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 499 0221 |
This store is situated in the heart of historic Thorndon. Stop in at their colonial cottage premises on your way home for a variety of delicacies for that special supper or luncheon. The team is dedicated to filling you up on delicious fresh pasta and ready-made sauce, soup and baked items. High quality, reasonable prices and satisfaction guaranteed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Buy and sell specialist |
289 Tinakori Road Thorndon Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 1400 |
Are you looking for a special something, with an almost new feel to it, but got no money? Then try this place. Nestled in the heart of Thorndon Village you could easily think, thanks to the pleasant decor, that the shop sold new, rather than almost new, gear. It does not. Poke around and you will probably find someone's Chrissie Potter cast-off at a third the original price and maybe some Ashley Fogel, Country Road and Jean Jones gear as well. Also sells a small range of second hand shoes, sunglasses and handbags. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For everything historic |
228 Tinakori Road Thorndon Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 473 6032 |
This quality shop stocks a range of fine furniture, ceramics, glass and silver ware dating from the 18th century. Everything about the place is old including the neighbourhood and the building - one of Wellington's oldest hotels and now protected by the Historic Places Trust - in which the goods are housed. There is a fine restaurant next door and parking at the rear of the building to make your trip a day to remember. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular cityscapes |
1 Upland Road Kelburn Wellington 6005 New Zealand +64 4 475 8727 http://theskyline.co.nz |
Magnificent views are on offer for those who think about going up, instead of out, for lunch. Located 120 metres above the central business district this is a good place for a meal or snack, or as a function venue for weddings, conferences or cocktail parties. Enjoy Wellington in the elegantly decorated dining room or on the expansive terrace for al fresco dining and views of the harbour and nearby gardens. The licensed cafe opens for casual meals, including an inexpensive lunchtime buffet, and snacks. For a fun excursion take the Cable Car from Lambton Quay. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fishy |
85 Aro Street Te Aro Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 385 8306 |
The fish is so fresh you would swear they had been down at the wharf hooking them in. With this, reasonable prices, personal service and experience (they have been here almost as long as the street itself) you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for. Try the Fish and Chips, and the crisp crunchy golden batter around the Fresh Fish Fillet. Chips are well worth the price of a scoop, or indulge in extras such as donuts, hot dogs, spring rolls and much more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Widest selection |
291A Tinakori Road Thorndon Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4 472 7043 |
This shop stocks a huge range of antiques, possibly Wellington's widest. Wonderful objects, big and small, take-over this marvellous wooden colonial house in Thorndon Village. Dedicated to history, the rooms are full of all kinds of objects - antiques, silver and gold jewellery, porcelain and glass, paintings, furniture and a multitude of other collector's items. Carefully presented, this is an ideal shop for lovers of old things. Review © 2007, Wcities |
