Good Company arrives in Ponsonby

Barkers has opened its newest retail concept store in Ponsonby, creating a New Zealand-first environment that blends multiple shopping, eating and grooming experiences under one roof.

“The way we shop is changing. With the popularity of online shopping convenience, Barkers has established the ‘Barkers Guide Shop’; a retail store where customers can enjoy the processes of in-store shopping alongside the ease and experience of online retail,” says Glenn Cracknell, Barkers General Manager. Customers have the ability to browse a curated Barkers' range, shop for their favourite pieces and have the product delivered to their own door the following day. The service allows customers to take advantage of everything Ponsonby has to offer without the literal, extra baggage.

Alongside the shopping, comes the full grooming experience. “The addition of the Groom Room to Barkers has become a significant part of the male shopping experience,” says Groom Room General Manager Vea Fonua. “In true dedication to the traditional art of barbering, we encourage clients to take time out for grooming, to sit back, relax and enjoy the experience that we create.”

No Ponsonby local hangout is complete without its coffee fix, so naturally Good Company will play home to Archie Cafe, founded by James Ace and Bert Haines of Mr Toms. Archie serves quality Atomic coffee and provides an extensive in-store offering of sourdough toast and bagels, with speciality toppings such as pastrami, pickle, mustard and raclette, alongside cauliflower, smoked paprika, turmeric and lemon.

Good Company, 159 Ponsonby Road, T: 09 394 7348, www.barkersonline.co.nz