Takapuna favourites in New Zealand

"A wonderful spot for brunch, especially on a sunny day, as the tables spill out onto the Hurstmere Green. Jam does all organic food and drinks in generous servings with a great range of options to keep everyone happy. The Jam style eggs are fantastic and always a must-order, closely followed by the more-ish mince on toast. Grab a sweet treat and delicious coffee to keep you going for a stroll down nearby Takapuna Beach."

"The bricks and mortar space of online store Retrospace is truly a sci-fi heaven. Featuring all kinds of rare and sometimes kitsch collectibles and memorabilia, this little store is jam-packed with a huge range of products to charm any sci-fi fan, with a particularly massive collection of Doctor Who and Star Wars products, including a life-size Dalek. A great place to shop for that hard to buy for sci-fi fan and I love that they have pieces from The Muppets and Gremlins too."

"Hidden above Robinson Designer Goldsmith Jewellery on Lake Road, The Nail Spa is a serene place for some nail pampering, with owner Sarah and her staff providing exceptional service and nails you’ll want to show off. The peaceful environment, beautiful decor and great range of products help make for a lovely experience and I always leave feeling relaxed and loving my expertly applied polish. The Nail Spa team offer a full range of nail services and even spray tans if you’re inclined to get bronzed as well."

"Perfectly positioned between the beach, movie theatre and Shore City mall, Movenpick is a must-stop all year round. With a delicious range of mouth-watering icecream and other sweet treats like brownie, it’s a great place for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or to grab a cone to take for a romantic walk on the beach (or with your dog.) The best part is it’s open late most nights of the week so can indulge your sweet tooth pretty much any time you like."