Mint Cafe – Lyall Bay, Wellington

Mint Cafe – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mint-Cafe/529864243719960 Reviewed by Fi Fi – April 2015 The Place: Overall the place looks okay, but not overly inviting.  It’s more of a convenience with the location right next to the Warehouse.  It’s not a cafe that I would consider driving to specifically to dine there. You can get gluten free and vegetarian…

Sky City Hotel – Auckland

Sky City Hotel – http://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/hotels/skycity-hotel/facilities/ Reviewed by Fi Fi – July 2014 The Place: Sky City I thought was supposed to be some sort of luxurious resort.  It was okay, but I certainly would not consider it ‘luxury’.  In fact it’s pretty tired and could do with a wee spruce up.  We ordered room service and…

Simply Balmy – Foxton Beach

Simply Balmy – http://www.simplybalmy.co.nz/ Reviewed by Karen – July 2014 The Place: You can dine inside or out.  It’s in a great location.  The menu is varied and it caters for gluten intolerant people and vegetarian’s.  Whilst there is not a separate kid’s menu you can order something g for your little ones such as a…

Joe’s Garage – Te Aro, Wellington

Joe’s Garage – http://www.joes.co.nz/ Reviewed by Fi Fi – April 2014 The Place: Joe’s Garage is a franchise that originated in Queenstown.  At the time of writing this blog there were 7 located throughout the country.  There is a lot of seating inside and the vibe is quite funky, although they need to consider turning the…

Janus Bakery – Lower Hutt

Janus Bakerj – http://www.janus.co.nz/bakery-lower-hutt-1.html Reviewed by Fi Fi – April 2014 The Place: You are literally spoilt for choice in this place.  There is a bakery that serves everything from loaves of bread to cookies and even specialty cakes like wedding cakes. There is a separate kids menu which is great for those folk with little…