Show the love to all the poppas, koros, step-dads, uncle-dads, grandads, and even all the mums that are dads.
We’ve come up with some fun things to do on your way to us or after you’ve been here for a meal or a treat. Of course you could just leave them to sleep in with Netflix and a badly made cup of coffee, but where’s the fun in that?
1. Hit up Endemic World just along Ponsonby Road for some great contemporary and street art. Once you re-emerge starved for nourishment, grab a bowl of hot chips, burger or pizza and devour all.
2. Find an e-scooter, grab your skateboards or jump on a bike. Go for a hoon around the hood, down to Grey Lynn park or a round trip using Franklin Road’s brand new cycle paths, then come back for a huge bowl of hot yummy noodles.
3. Wander over Hopetoun Bridge into the city and grab a movie. Jump on a bus back.
4. Pick up grandad or pops on your way in, come dressed up in your flash gear and shout him a pamper at Boar & Blade, then take him out for a dinner date. Make sure you hashtag #handsomedate on instagram.
5. Or did someone say pie? Nothing beats a pie in a brown paper bag, a dollop of sauce, a coffee and a yarn.
Pioneer pies
Yep, nothing beats tucking into a rich pie, loaded with meat, vegetables and gravy. Award-winning pie makers Pioneer Pies, have just set up home in Ponsonby Central... for all your pie needs.
Their pies are made daily, using traditional methods and the freshest, premium ingredients, grown and raised in sustainable ways, using either organic or free range produce and meats.
While the classic flavours will always be a hit, their Slow Roasted Chicken with Mushroom and Tarragon Sauce is divine as is the Braised Beef with Blue Vein Cheese. There’s also a growing fan base for the meat-free, dairy-free and gluten-free options; their vegan pie is one of their award-winning flavours.
Friday pie day? Nah, every day is pie day.
Winter Food Festival continues... If you haven’t been in to take advantage of the awesome signature menus we have here for Eat Drink Love Ponsonby, it is still on until the 16th August.
Exquisite food and drinks in one of three price categories: $25 and under, $25 to $55, or $55 and over.
We also have the Sapphire Series running with some great foodie workshops in August; a Taster tour of Ponsonby Central, Time saving healthy meals, Fatimas at home, and Fast tacos made good. Check out our website for more details and book your spot.
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