Why Parnell?
Leading Auckland publications tell us why Parnell is The Space to Be, from endless hospitality options to leading design.
Cheryl Adamson, general manager of the Parnell Business Association, is renowned for promoting local business interests and developing the Parnell area’s economy.
With 10 years’ experience, Cheryl understands the challenges and opportunities faced by entrepreneurs in the region. She has driven successful initiatives, including events, marketing campaigns, and advocacy efforts, and her dedication and support of the business community have earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues and stakeholders in Parnell and beyond.
Constance von Dadelszen Co-founder and Creative Director of Faradays
Constance writes about where she finds inspiration, her design ethos, and this year’s exciting plans for the beautiful luxury multi-brand store and wine bar Faradays based in Parnell, which she opened with her husband and co-founder, Eddie, in late 2021.
Vicki and Susie share their Comfi journey from being great friends to business partners and how their mission has become their joint-seventh lovechild – ninth if you include husbands!
New Zealand-made beds made with New Zealand-sourced and sustainable materials. We’re the only bed business where you can book an appointment to test drive our Comfi beds without anyone in store. We’re the first online New Zealand luxury bed business that gives beds to families in need. The simplicity of choice of our product range also sets us apart as we have specifically designed our range to remove confusion.
Meet Rosa Adorata: The latest collection from one local jeweller that epitomises everyday excellence
When seeking out jewellery for life’s more subtle moments, there is something to be said for the considered addition of diamonds. A truly timeless stone with a storied history hasn’t always been the obvious choice for exquisite casual wear. But thoughtful design and an everyday aesthetic, like those found in Sutcliffe’s Rosa Adorata, have us convinced.
Co-Founder and Creative Director of Faradays, Constance Von Dadelszen, lets us into her life as a luxury fashion buyer
A year and a half after opening the doors at No. Eight Faraday Street, friend of Denizen and Faradays Co-Founder and Creative Director, Constance von Dadelszen, gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of an entrepreneur in the world of luxury.
Creating a collective of compassionate carers
A podcast supported by MAS is helping to care for those working in the caring professions.
For Megan Alderson, of The Strand Vet there’s a central truth to the challenges facing the veterinary industry: a lack of self-compassion.
Auckland’s Best Hot Cross Buns
Who makes Auckland’s best hot cross buns? Or more importantly, who makes the buns that you’ll love the most? The Viva team have been on a mission to taste test some of the city’s finest specimens, canvassing their fruit and spice levels, texture, aroma and taste. Featuring Parnell’s Vaniyé Patisserie.
Offering design-led apartments with exquisite views, Arthaus is the new luxury development in Auckland’s most sought-after suburb
Nestled in one of Auckland’s most historically significant suburbs and surrounded by exceptional culture and hospitality, Arthaus Parnell is a new luxury development taking shape on Parnell Road.
Good Pizza Places In Auckland That Also Do Good Things Other Than Pizza
So, you feel like pizza tonight, and it has to be a great one, but you’re dining with someone who would prefer to lay off the pizza dough. We’ve got you covered. Featuring Parnell’s every popular Non Solo Pizza.
Jesse Mulligan’s Auckland Restaurant Review: At Parnell’s Persian Spot Rumi, The Crowds & The Kebabs Flow
The staff here are all lovely and the place is packed.
The highlight was the dessert — a subtle but unmistakable saffron ice cream, served with baklava soaked in something honeyed and delicious.
If you are wanting authentic grub in busy and beautifully decorated surrounds, Rumi is your place.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best hot cross buns for Easter 2023
In the lead-up to Easter, we’ve eaten our way through a comprehensive selection of some of the best hot cross buns in Auckland including Parnell’s Vaniyé, these batches of hot cross buns are so hot, they are selling out as quickly as they come out of the oven. Baked by owner Sonia Haumonté and her team, the old-fashioned-style buns are made with rye flour and care, for a dense and full-of-flavour mouthful.
Genius loci
Nicholas Stevens and Gary Lawson (of Stevens Lawsons Architects), awarded the 2022 Gold Medal by Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects, reflect on 20 years of their practice: the way architecture expresses identity and how individuals and communities identify with buildings.
Chaat Street Auckland
Wellington-born Indian street food restaurant Chaat Street opened its Auckland outpost in 2023.
Co-owner and chef Vaibhav Vishen looked for a place that had a “Wellington kind of vibe”, and found what he was looking for in Parnell – at the top end of Parnell Road, fronted by a large Norfolk pine.
Now Open: Vaibhav Vishen’s Chaat Street Brings Its Popular Indian Street Food to Auckland
Look out for Chaat Street’s signature red and turquoise accents at a site in Parnell, and head along for sharing dishes from all over India – such as keema pav, spiced lamb mince served with buttery slider buns; and chole bhatore, fried flatbread with spiced, braised chickpeas.
Testing 1,2,3: Auckland Farmers’ Markets
It’s the fifth annual National Farmers’ Market Week from Saturday, March 11 to Sunday, March 19, so we thought it an apt time to check out three of Auckland’s best. Including the gourmet wonders of Parnell’s Farmers’ Market located at 545 Parnell Road and has been available to devour every Saturday since 2007.
Experience Indian street food at its finest with this new Parnell opening
Get ready to tantalise your taste buds with an authentic Indian street food experience like no other. Chaat Street Auckland is set to take Parnell’s main strip by storm this week, with its doors set to open this Saturday. Adopting a modern, tapas-style approach to traditional street food.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best fish and chips in Auckland — and the scenic spots to enjoy them
Fish and chips is one of those simple pleasures at the core of our Kiwi culture, particularly enjoyed on the beach. Serving up some seriously gratifying situations, we’ve matched Auckland’s best fish and chip purveyors with the most scenic spots around town to devour them including Parnell’s Catch a Fish (eaten at Judges Bay)
Restaurant Review: The Food At Bakery-Turned-Restaurant Alpha Is 20/20 Poetry
Everything we ate there was almost puzzling in its perfection — the sort of thing you have to unpack in your head afterwards. With a surprisingly fulsome food menu, beginning with light baking and snacks and progressing toward intense, meaty mouthfuls. Highlights include the grilled cheese to the most extraordinary of all, the spring puff.
Alpha is ultimately an experience as much as a meal.
Your first look at the delicious new omakase menu on offer at Faraday’s Bar
We’ve said it once but we’ll say it again, there is nothing quite like the experience of settling into Faraday’s Bar for a delicious bite and something to drink — particularly after a day of shopping. Nestled along one side of the luxury department store, Faradays, in Parnell, this dining destination is the epitome of elegance, from its exquisite table settings and impeccable service to its carefully-considered menu and impressive wine list.
Who are Aotearoa New Zealand’s most influential & inspiring women in food and drink?
Cuisine Magazine has been compiling a list of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most influential and inspiring women in food and drink, and we’re delighted to see one of our business owners Catherine from Epicure Trading mentioned.
Restart your fitness routine with our guide to Auckland’s best gyms and trainers
Exercise is an intensely personal endeavour. We all have our own goals, preferred style of movement and fitness levels, and the type of training we respond to varies greatly. These are the best gyms in Auckland that will help you become your best physical self. Featuring Parnell Xi Labs.
The vibe is back: Parnell is suddenly running hot with younger buyers and expats
The new thing drawing people to blue chip suburb – and it’s not the school zones.
Any listing for a Parnell property will undoubtedly highlight its enviable double Grammar zone location – but more recently agents are noticing the central suburb in becoming popular for its café and restaurant vibe too.
Celebrate love and book your table at Auckland’s best restaurants for Valentine’s Day
The simplest but most effective way to show that you care this Valentine’s Day is by treating your significant other to a night out at one of Auckland’s most romantic restaurants. Featuring Parnell’s Pasture, Alpha, Boxer, Faradays Bar & Non Solo Pizza
Iconic Auckland Eats 2022
Explore much-loved dishes that can only be found in Auckland, as nominated by Aucklanders in 2022 including Parnell’s Oh Calcutta and Alpha.
Unlike anything else in Auckland, the exquisite penthouse at One Saint Stephens is setting a new standard in luxury living
Offering the ultimate luxury lifestyle in the heart of Parnell, new development One Saint Stephens has just unveiled its breathtaking penthouse, The One, setting a bold new standard in apartment living, unrivalled in the market here.
How to Christmas Shop, Parnell Style
If you’re in the market for some thoughtful or unique gifts, we suggest you take yourself on a trip to Parnell. Lovingly coined as Auckland’s first suburb, Parnell has everything from its famously historic streets and architecture to chic boutiques and new and innovative businesses. Here you will find plenty of Christmas treasures, with everything from sweet stocking fillers to big ticket items that are well-deserving of a prime position under the tree. Featuring The Fantail House, Black Door Gallery, Parnell Gallery, Lamplight Books, Vaniyé, Atelier Shu, Alfresco, Orsini, Hartfields, Sutcliffe, Corso de fiori, Birdwoods Gallery, Red Rabbit, Espresso Workshop and La Marzocco.
Metro Top 50 Restaurants 2022 Winners
Metro is excited to announce the winners of the Metro Restaurant of the Year Awards 2022, presented with Estrella Damm. Congratulations to all the category winners, runner-ups and finalists, and to all the restaurants on our Top 50 including six Parnell Eateries. Bandung, Boxer, Pasture, Red Rabbit, Rosies, and Simon & Lee
Auckland’s iconic Parnell markets are back and better than ever
Since the unfortunate, Covid-forced closure of La Cigale Markets in Parnell, there has been a market-shaped hole in our hearts that few things have managed to fill. But lovers of sourdough and stracciatella can finally celebrate in style with the announcement that the beloved foodie market is set to return this weekend, with a fresh new face at the helm and a delicious new approach to boot – rebranded as Parnell Gastro Markets to reflect the variety of cultures and cuisines on offer.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best Indian eateries in town
Who could resist the rich and varied flavours of India — from curries to dosa, street food snacks, biryanis, delicious bread-based dishes and so much more, when we feel like deeply comforting food that leaves a long-lasting feeling of satisfaction, it’s to the food of India we turn. As we suspect you might feel the same, we’ve put together some of our favourite Indian restaurants including Parnell’s Oh Calcutta.
Planning a family outing? These are the best kid-friendly restaurants in town
While the likes of Prego have long been the go-to for those with kids in tow, there are actually a number of restaurants around Auckland that offer the kinds of environments and menus that the whole family can enjoy, like Parnell’s Non Solo
Greer Clayton’s latest exhibition will transport you to exquisite landscapes
Clayton has a new exhibition about to open at Parnell Gallery and we couldn’t be more excited. With a raft of new works that were inspired by the artist’s journeys through New Zealand, each one seeks to transport the viewer by capturing the ‘mood’ or ‘feel’ of the environments they depict. Titled Imagined Vistas, the exhibition speaks to the idea of longing to return to a place, and the way in which that ‘longing’ can conjure visions of landscapes that feel like home.
Denizen's definitive guide to the best pizza in town
As a bastion of Italian cuisine, the humble pizza’s hearty constitution never fails to delight both the eyes and the stomach. While there are many establishments serving up laudable renditions of arguably the greatest gift Italy ever gave the world (followed closely by pasta, Peroni and gelato), Denizen rounded up a few of their favourites, including Parnell’s very own Non Solo and Di Vino.
2022 Denizen Hospo Heros Auckland's Best for Group Dining
Thanks to these welcoming restaurants and spacious eateries, we no longer need to choose between good food and good company. Favourites in our Best for Group Dining category included Parnell’s Non Solo Pizza.
2022 Denizen Hospo Heros Auckland's Best Bar
2022 Denizen Hospo Heros Auckland's Best Interior
The space of a restaurant can be just as impactful on the experience it offers as its menu, and the venues that comprise our Best Interior category prove it. Honourable mentions included the sleek Faraday’s Bar
2022 Denizen Hospo Heroes: Auckland’s Best Celebration Restaurant
Landmark occasions like birthdays, engagements, anniversaries and graduations all call for a certain calibre of restaurant. Receiving an ‘Honourable Mention’ was Parnell’s Cibo – a time-honoured place for celebration.
2022 Denizen Hospo Heroes: Auckland’s Best Neighbouhood Eatery
Parnell’s modern Italian go-to, Non Solo Pizza recieved an ‘Honourable Mention’.
The flair and flavour of Havana comes to Auckland!
Even before you enter the doors, the colours and vibrance of 1950s South America spill out from Havana Coffee Works’ new roastery in Auckland, transporting you to the streets of Cuba.
Havana Coffee Works Auckland is now officially open in Parnell, just look for the vibrant colours, listen out for the cool South American sounds, and follow the sweet smell of finely roasted coffee.
These are the winter-warmer dishes you need for cold nights ahead
Balmy summer days have been replaced by cold, rainy nights, and a hunger for foods that warm us from the inside out. While it’s not quite soup weather yet, we’re nearly there, and dinner reservations see us seeking comfort and warmth. The city’s restaurants know this too, with many adapting seasonal menus to offer the best winter warmer dishes that are inspired and soul-soothing.
Featuring Parnell’s Faraday’s Bar and Non Solo Pizza.
Denizen’s definitive guide on where to eat if you’re gluten-free
For those who can eat gluten without a care in the world, I envy you. I also warn that this article may be of little interest unless you’re planning a meal friends for whom gluten-laced food is a problem. But for my fellow diners who can’t indulge in gluten, knowing that your needs are still catered to throughout the city is paramount. No one likes to be the person who can’t go anywhere because of the food on offer, so we’ve uncovered the restaurants serving Auckland’s best gluten-free food including Parnell’s Faraday’s Bar (that your gluten-loving friends will adore too).
Heading out on a Monday? Here’s where to dine in Auckland
No matter the occasion, there’s always one day of the week that leaves Aucklanders in the lurch when it comes to dining. Eating out on a Monday isn’t always the standard, but sometimes, whether it’s an occasion to celebrate or a friend in town, the situation calls for it. And because hospitality workers are deserving of their own weekend too, many places are closed.
So, to avoid getting caught out next time you want to dine out on a Monday, our editors have rounded up a few of their favourite restaurants that can be relied upon any day of the week including Parnell’s Non Solo Pizza.
Attention coffee-lovers: A renowned Wellington coffee roaster has just opened its first cafe in Auckland
New Zealand’s coffee culture is sacrosanct to those who indulge in a cup or two a day. It’s even caused a few turf wars here, with roasters from both ends of the country competing to create the best cup of joe. And while we do love a brew of Auckland’s finest, there’s something inherently innovative about Wellington’s offering, which is why we’re so excited that one of the Capital’s most beloved coffee roasters, Havana Coffee, has just landed in Parnell.
Visiting Auckland? Say hello Parnell
Parnell is New Zealand’s oldest precinct, but don’t let that fool you – the suburb is far from fuddy duddy! Boasting a unique combination of both historical and modern influences, Parnell has something on offer for everyone, whether you’re into art, food, design, Māori culture, Auckland history or more.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best Italian eateries in Auckland
Numerous Italian eateries have come and gone but there are a few that have secured their place in Auckland’s competitive restaurant scene, and here we round up the best of the best, including Parnell’s Non Solo.
Pasture
When you feel as if you have tried all the rest but still hunger for a hit, somewhere that will take you into the realm of El Bulli, Noma or Blumenthal without the guilt trip of air miles, or when you want to treat a foodie friend to a unique experience that makes them forever indebted to you, Pasture is a strong option.
Old gold – what to buy in the NZ colonial art market
Jonathan Gooderham, owner of Jonathan Grant Galleries in Parnell, which deals in traditional New Zealand and international art along with director Richard Thomson from International Art Centre are asked for comments on the giants of the New Zealand art auction scene of the 1970s and 1980s.
The 16 best places in Auckland to pull up a stool for after-work drinks
With the easing of restrictions and offices across the city welcoming their workers once more, plus another long weekend afoot, there’s never been a better time to celebrate Friday knock offs among your team. And when it comes to choosing the perfect spot, there’s a handful we would never look past, includings Parnell’s new Faraday’s Bar and Non Solo.
From succulent pork belly to torched raclette, these are the delicious dishes to try right now
If you have been following Denizen for a while, you’ll be aware of the high calibre of dining already on offer in Auckland. And it’s only getting better. So we thought what better time than now, as the seasons change and our tastes with them, to round up some of the dishes in this city we think you definitely should be eating. Including the Hot Fish Sando by Parnell’s very own Alpha.
12 mouth-watering foodie destinations to discover in Parnell
For those seeking a feast of flavours, look no further – we’ve curated the best places to eat and drink in Parnell.
This Auckland city-fringe ‘burb has it all, offering plenty of mouthwatering moments throughout the historical village, as well as the stylish industrial quarter.
Featuring Simon & Lee, Vaniyé Patisserie, Nem, Red Rabbit, Rosie, Barulho, Moto Sushi, Pasture + Boxer, Atelier Shu, Bandung, Pineapple on Parnell and Alpha.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best hot cross buns in town this year
It’s a tough job, but someone has got to do it. Denizen recently ate their way through a thorough selection of some of the best hot cross buns in town, including Parnell’s Vaniyè Patisserie in order to determine the specific composition of each one and, in turn, guide you to choose the best bun for your tastes.
Why the Right Pillow is Vital to Discovering Better Sleep
Much like the search for that perfect mattress, finding the ultimate pillow for your needs is not a one-size-fits-all exercise. While hotel stays of the upscale sort will often offer an inkling into the wide range of specialty shapes, sizes, lofts, premium fills and levels of support on the quality pillow front, without question, the best and most direct route to finding your pillow bliss is to rest-test a selection in the company of sleep experts who are fluent in the language of sleep-inducing pillows – namely, the team at Parnell’s Sleep Gallery.
Art Market: The most in-demand and intoxicating artworks available now
Challenge your perspective and elevate your surroundings with this selection of refined masterpieces. Featuring Black Door’s ‘Divided World’ by Ben Young.
Celebrate life in style on Sundays at Faraday’s Bar with a new Omakase and Champagne experience
Well, the world outside is frightful — but inside the luxury emporium that is Faradays, there’s always something delightful. In one of the good pieces of news we have heard this week, the flagship Faraday’s Bar is now open Sundays, by popular demand, for a weekly culinary celebration.
Head outdoors with 10 of the best fish and chip spots
It’s a simple pleasure at the core of our Kiwi being: fish and chips, enjoyed on the beach (or at least among the great outdoors). Serving up some seriously gratifying situations, we’ve matched many of Auckland’s best purveyors including Parnell’s own Catch a Fish with the most scenic spots around town to devour them.
Auckland travel: Five lesser-known historic homes
Fans of early Auckland European settler history know about the “rock star” residences such as Kinder House, Overton and Highwic, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find some wonderful off-the-radar houses, like Parnell’s Ewelme Cottage which recently featured in the NZ Herald.
Where to wine and dine your Valentine this February the 14th
A surefire way to show that you care this Valentine’s Day is treating your significant other to a night out at one of the city’s most romantic restaurants. Cibo, NSP and Faradays Bar in Parnell were mentioned as elegant eateries putting on a set menu to set hearts racing this February 14th.
Faradays opens its flagship bar, a sumptuous oasis of delicious bites and delectable pours
Having graced us with its presence in Parnell since November last year, luxury emporium and gallery Faradays has now added another enticing facet to its offering, with the opening of Faraday’s Bar.
Should you have worked up an appetite or a thirst while perusing the likes of Givenchy and Alaïa, Christian Louboutin, Loewe and more from throughout Faradays’ stunning retail space, the in-house bar is the ultimate destination for delicious relaxation.
The best convivial cocktail spots for summer sipping in the city
From suave speakeasies to polished pourers, Denizen listed Pineapple on Parnell as one of the best convivial cocktail spots to buy a round.
Pineapple on Parnell
Found by its golden door knocker, Pineapple is an inconspicuous bar with old-world charm. Enjoy old school classics and contemporary cocktails to the tune of a piano performance.
Groundbreaking new luxury concept store Faradays opens its doors in Parnell, bringing brands never seen before on our shores
Situated at 8 Faraday Street in Parnell, the 550 square metre flagship Faradays opens the doors to its brick-and-mortar location today. This exciting opening, made possible now that the government has moved the Auckland region into a less restricted alert level, comes after the extremely successful online launch of its e-commerce arm on the 8th of October.
From sushi and sashimi to izakaya and bento, these are the most delicious Japanese takeaways to order-in now
Bringing the taste of Kyoto to Auckland, Gion’s trained sushi chef Akira Kugue is passionate about delivering the optimum flavour of sashimi and sushi in Parnell. Simple, heart-warming and traditional, Gion’s beautifully presented takeaway platters fill that languishing gap in our lives right now. Order online here.
A new daytime eatery opens in Parnell, bringing its casual yet welcoming Italian flair to the neighbourhood
Fabio Buonomo and his partner in life and business Lena Solomon have both long harboured dreams of running their own restaurant business — and now, the experienced hospitality duo has realised this goal with the opening of their charming cafe Cornelia, which is situated at 289 Parnell Road.
IN BRIEF Cibo: Exuberant, luxuriant, unadulterated dining pleasure.
WHY CHOOSE THIS CIBO?
If you are looking for the whole package, delivered by an outstanding team with an outrageous sense of fun, then a visit to this Parnell stalwart is simply a must.
Auckland’s nicest slices: These are the best takeaway pizzas on offer right now
As a bastion of Italian cuisine, the humble, hearty pizza never fails to delight both the eyes and the stomach. While there are many establishments serving up laudable renditions of arguably the greatest gift Italy ever gave the world, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourites — featuring Parnell’s Di Vino Bistro and Non Solo Pizza.
Introducing Faradays, the groundbreaking new luxury concept store bringing brands never seen before on our shores
Since their inception, concept stores have indelibly moulded cities. Longtime admirers of these luxury concept models and local fashion tastemakers, Edward and Constance von Dadelszen, are set to introduce a new era of luxury to New Zealand, with the highly anticipated opening of their retail emporium Faradays.
La Perla, Loewe, Alaia & More: Say Hello To Multi-Brand Luxury Emporium Faradays
A curated destination of gorgeous things starts its first chapter with an e-commerce launch, followed by the opening of a physical space in November.
Brent Sutcliffe tells us everything we need to know about bespoke jewellery
Designing breathtaking jewellery for over 30 years and with an eponymous brand that is one of the go-tos in Auckland for high-end finery, Brent Sutcliffe of Sutcliffe Jewllery in Parnell is an expert in the art of adornment.
Be best dressed wherever life takes you with Dadelszen’s capsule leather goods collection
A good quality bag can only get better over time, as its supple leather moulds to your every need. Testament to this axiom is Dadelszen’s new luxury accessories range, showcasing soft yet hardwearing pebbled calfskin or sumptuous yet understated nubuck in instantly classic styles.
Let’s Eat Out – Divino Bistro
There’s much to like about Divino Bistro one of Parnell’s friendly neighbourly restaurants. It’s casual, always good natured and comfortably inclusive for a mix of happy diners.
Forget fancy, forget fizz and rejoice with a kitchen that knows all about flavour in the right quantities to impress but not to overpower. That’s what it’s ultimately all about in this small but warm space. A reason in itself to visit this ristorante.
The Rug Company has finally arrived, bringing the world’s most sought-after designer rugs to New Zealand
From Design Central’s boutique showroom in Parnell, private clients, architects and interior designers will now have access to The Rug Company’s full suite of services, which beyond its standard inventory, includes the ability to customise existing styles and even create rugs entirely from scratch.
Hibernating? Satisfy every craving with our round-up of the best takeaways in town
It’s the time of year when the relationship between you and your sofa reaches a whole new level of commitment. It’s cold outside, so you stay in.
Craving pizza? Parnell institution Non Solo Pizza isn’t just about long lunches in its Tuscan-inspired courtyard, it also offers its namesake woodfired pizza to-go. Give them a bell and they’ll sort you out.
Restaurant Review: Boxer Is An Experimental Bar Unlike Anything Else In Auckland
The intimate dining experience is a challenging, exhilarating addition to the world’s food scene.
There is nothing like Boxer in Auckland and might not be anything like it on Earth (it’s hard to say for sure as we haven’t been able to check the rest of Earth recently).
Serving exquisite treats in a serene space, Atelier Shu is Parnell’s enticing new patisserie
A beautiful, gallery-like patisserie has just opened in Parnell, and we’re already predicting many-a regular for its exquisite pastries and serene ambience. Named Atelier Shu, it is located at 1 Faraday Street, a cool and contemporary area that’s only increasing in popularity and visitation.
Neil Driver: A Painter of Light - Parnell Gallery
Ahead of his first exhibition at Parnell Gallery in four years, Verve review the works of celebrated South Island painter, Neil Driver.
Restaurant review: Va Bene - bring European corner bar chic to Auckland's Parnell
There aren’t many good things to come out of the pandemic. Greater appreciation for our country and our families would be among them. New Parnell eatery Va Bene would be another.
12 Cosy Booths To Wine, Dine & Warm Up In This Winter
The real magic of the booth is the way that it envelops, snugly and completely.
Gerome
Settle into a plush blue booth and indulge in Greek fare at this Parnell restaurant. For dessert, try its loukoumades — crispy little doughnuts with Nutella, coffee icecream and a sprinkle of hazelnuts — or order a slice of the dark sokolata cheesecake for something wildly richer.
Our Picks For The Best Markets in Auckland
Who doesn’t love a good market? There’s few better ways to spend a Saturday or Sunday morning or (or evening) strolling around a market filled with lovely locals offering some fantastic Kiwi produce.
The city’s most highly-regarded market with a distinctly French flavour, La Cigale, is a foodie’s paradise which drops in on Parnell every Saturday and Sunday morning.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best pizza in town
As a bastion of Italian cuisine, the humble pizza’s hearty constitution never fails to delight both the eyes and the stomach. While there are many establishments serving up laudable renditions of arguably the greatest gift Italy ever gave the world (followed closely by pasta, Peroni and gelato), Denizen have rounded up a few of our favourites including not one, but two Parnell favourites, Non Solo Pizza and Di Vino Bistro
Cut a chic figure off the slopes this winter with Dadelszen’s luxurious outerwear in versatile, elegant neutrals
While getting ready for ski season, no doubt a flurry of planning has gone into perfecting one’s ensemble for ample time spent speeding down the mountain.
Even if you’re mostly rugged up in comfortable garb, a well-cut coat or jacket can instantly elevate your look, and that’s where Dadelszen excels.
NZ Herald | Diamond life: Inside Auckland’s luxury jewellery scene
Who pays $700k for a diamond necklace? Or $70k for a watch? Kim Knight from the NZ Herald reports on the sparkling excesses of a booming luxury jewels market. Including speaking to Parnell’s Graeme Thomson, owner of Graeme Thomson Antique Jewellery and Sarah Hutchings, director and designer at Parnell’s Orsini Fine Jewellery.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best Indian eateries in town
Who could resist the rich and varied flavours of India, when we feel like deeply comforting food that leaves a long-lasting feeling of satisfaction, it’s to the food of India we turn. As we suspect you might feel the same, we’ve put together some of our favourite Indian restaurants. Included in this list is Parnell’s local Indian favourite Oh Calcutta.
The Untold Stories of Tim Jones | Parnell Gallery
Contemporary abstract artist, Tim Jones’ work is held in private collections and prestigious public placements both here and abroad. Ahead of his upcoming solo exhibition, Untold Stories, at Parnell Gallery, we delved deeper into Tim’s life and practice
Connoisseurs' Corner - Where to wine and dine in June
One of the best things to savour about winter is the chance to enjoy hearty, warming food and the conviviality that comes from shared culinary experiences. This month, there is a new Auckland community-style restaurant to check out in Parnell Va Bene.
2021 Denizen Hospo Heroes: Auckland’s Best Neighbourhood Eatery, as voted by you
These are the places that act as magnets, drawing people near and far to the little slice of Tāmaki Makaurau they call home.
Winner Non Solo Pizza.
Non Solo Pizza also placed in the 2021 Denizen Hospo Heroes: Top 10 for Auckland’ Best Restaurant for a Long Lunch.
Parnell welcomes Va Bene, a promising new eatery channeling the convivial spirit of European wine bars
Having just opened its doors this week in Parnell, Va Bene is bringing its own, elevated take on the friendly charm of Parisian and Italian wine bars to the neighbourhood.
Review: Edison clinic, Auckland – where healthcare goes high-tech
Preventative health company Edison mines the science of your DNA to give you laser-focused advice on how to avoid illness and live healthier.
3 Parnell Locals Discuss Guidance, Diversity & Working Together As A Neighbourhood
Adriana Avendaño Christie, elected member on the Waitemata Local Board and Parnell resident, interviews Josh Lee and Joshua Jang from fashion store Bara AKL
Take a seat in Parnell Belinda Masfen and Steve Cockle
Belinda Masfen, Parnell resident and Property Consultant at Masfen Group, interviews Steve Cockle, co-owner of ASC Salon in Parnell.
Take a seat in Parnell Hamish Firth and Jay Harrison
Hamish Firth – Director Mt Hobson Group, and Parnell resident, interviews Jay Harrison, Founder and CEO of Edison Healthcare in Parnell.
Parnell Take a Seat Jenni Goulding and Jeremy Turner
Jenni Goulding, Environmental Planner and Parnell resident, interviews Jeremy Turner, owner of Cibo.
Happy Place, Auckland: Whimsical pop-up exhibition gets a kiwi twist
New Zealand Herald 18 April 2021
Happy Place is a pop-up exhibition that has toured the world – with sold-out residencies in LA, Chicago, Las Vegas. Its mission: to spread happiness, through colour, multi-sensory immersive experiences, and pure whimsy.
If you’re looking to grab a bite afterwards, perhaps wander away from the city and up to the slopes of Parnell, where you’ll find the gorgeous little tapas restaurant Barulho or further up the hill intimate and experimental bar Boxer.
Parnell focus on … Parnell
AUCKLAND, Today: The Parnell Business Association has bypassed the agency world to launch an ad campaign “to celebrate local residents and businesses”.
Stephanie Helm, of Parnell PR shop One Plus One Comms, said: “There are no ad or PR agency partners involved.
Get your sugar hit with the most ingeniously delicious desserts in town
Sweet tooths rejoice: these saccharine creations are anything but boring. Pleasing the eye as well as the stomach, Auckland’s most inventive sweet treats are sure to have you skipping straight to dessert. Included in the delectable line up is a Sorrel and pine brandy snap with flowers from Parnell’s Pasture.
From delicate versatility to high-octane glamour, these are the jewellery pieces that will take you from day to night
Applying equal amounts of skill, expertise and a finely-honed eye for beauty to each piece, no matter how big or small, the team at Parnell’s Sutcliffe Jewellery know more than most about how important jewellery is for channelling a mood and capturing a moment.
Two Parnell Locals Discuss Creativity & The Suburb's Flourishing Tech Community
From its creative community to innovative tech startups, Parnell is a place for bold thinkers. The suburb is full of creatives and innovators, and curator James Tapsell-Kururangi (Te Arawa, Tainui, Ngāti Porou) sat down with one of them, Max Arshavsky, CEO and co-founder of Zenno Astronautics to discuss science, art and what makes Parnell special.
Parnell, Take a Seat Jillian de Beer and Jerome partington
Jillian de Beer, Thinker, Strategist, Collaborative Innovator and Parnell Resident interviews Jerome Partington, Associate Principal – Sustainability Manager, Jasmax.
Suburb spotlight: Why you should visit Parnell, Auckland
There’s so much more to a city than its centre. The best way to uncover a destination’s hidden gems is to hit the suburbs.
In this series, we shine a spotlight on some of New Zealand’s must-visit neighbourhoods, looking at where the locals eat, drink, and play.
Stay stylish over lockdown with the best online fashion retailers to shop now
Offering contactless click-and-collect and easy delivery options across the board, fashion retailers have had to get creative when it comes to ensuring we all stay stylish (and safe) over Auckland’s Level 3 lockdown. From local labels to international favourites, here are some popular picks to shop right now including three Parnell favourites Workings Style, Dadelszen & Zambesi
Interview with Artist Anna Stichbury
Ahead of her upcoming exhibition at Parnell Gallery, we sat down with Wellington based artist Anna Stichbury to find out what shapes her world, from an average day in the life to what matters most.
Raconteur, ratbag, knife-thrower: Tony Astle on 48 years as Antoine’s chef
Revered, feared and frank, Tony Astle has closed the doors on his fine-dining Parnell and Auckland institution after almost half a century. Michelle Langstone heads to Parnell expecting to meet a tyrant.
Find eats, beats and good vibes at the brand new festival on Parnell’s coolest street
Denizen Magazine 26 February 2021
If you’re looking for something to do tonight with friends or family that involves taking in the balmy, summer evening air we’ve been enjoying of late and eating some delicious food, then may we suggest Parnell’s brand new street festival? Faraday Street Festival.
Fancy a drink? Toast your newfound freedom at some of the city’s best cocktail bars
Denizen Magazine 19 February 2021
If there’s anyone who deserves a drink after this week, it’s you. Support your local bartender and cheers to the weekend ahead at these top spots (including Parnell’s Boxer and Pineapple on Parnell) for a strong tipple. Remember to record your visit via the Covid tracer app and, most importantly, be kind to hospitality staff as they readjust to the rules.
A Moment of Reflection
Auckland-based artist Vicky Savage has created three new sculptures that respond in part to our collective experiences during the many challenges and changes of 2020. The works express positivity, reflection, and the gravity of circumstance while shining a light on the ways we have found balance and looked toward brighter days ahead. These sculptures are currently on display at Parnell Gallery
What's On The Menu At Summernova?
Festivals aren’t just for your ears, and Auckland’s Summernova events programme is as enticing to foodies as it is to music lovers. More than 20 events including Parnell’s Faraday Street Festival provide purveyors of food and beverages the opportunity to connect, while letting locals and visitors alike enjoy some of Aotearoa’s best food, wine and craft beer al fresco and soaking up the sights and sounds of summer.
THE END OF AN ERA: PARNELL’S ANTOINE’S CLOSES AFTER 47 YEARS
Restaurant & Cafe 9 February 2021
Veteran chef Tony Astle has closed his popular and award-winning Parnell restaurant, Antoine’s. The restaurant, which specialised in fine dining with old-fashioned, silver service shut its doors two weeks ago.
Tony Astle's 47-year-old Parnell restaurant Antoine's shuts up shop
New Zealand Herald 9 February 2021
Veteran chef Tony Astle has closed his popular Parnell restaurant Antoine’s.
The award-winning, 47-year-old establishment – which specialised in fine dining using old-fashion-style silver service – shut its doors two weeks ago.
The celebrated chef made the announcement on Antoine’s website.
“We want to thank you all for the loyal support over the past 47 years, but the time has come for us to say goodbye. You will all [be] sincerely be missed, and the memories will live on from all the great times we had which we thank you for,” Astle said.
stok. his. hers. home.
Stok. is a boutique store located in the hustle and bustle of Parnell’s iconic colonial strip, Parnell Road. Elisabeth and Bruce Ric Hansen, the founders of this hidden gem, had a chat to Verve about everything to do with their new addition to Parnell Road, from their favourite trends, to the ‘shop local’ movement Stok. strongly represents.
Auckland Museum welcomes a brand new café, serving nostalgic Kiwi classics with a playful twist
Having spent a grand total of seven years revitalising its offering, Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum reopened late last year to reveal significant changes throughout its spaces. Included in the update is a new store and events space, a renovation of the south entrance, plus a brand new eatery named Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café.
The best kids entertainment venues in Auckland, as voted by you
The results are in. The inaugural Denizen Everyday Heroes saw thousands of votes cast in support of local businesses. So without further ado, celebrate the best kids entertainment venues Auckland city has to offer, including Parnell’s Auckland Museum. Where young minds are treated to entertainment and education aplenty. It boasts an excellent range of exhibitions and activity programmes catered towards kids, offering a fun and interactive way for little ones to explore culture, art, science and the environment.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best new bar openings of 2020
While we have certainly been blessed with more than our fair share of great new restaurant and cafe openings this year, it would be remiss of us to overlook the amount of excellent bars and pubs that have cropped up to broaden our watering hole horizons including Parnell’s Boxer.
Denizen’s definitive guide to the best restaurant reinventions of 2020
Alongside the excellent restaurant and cafe openings that injected new energy into Auckland’s hospitality scene in 2020, this year also saw several beloved eateries master the art of reinvention and re-enter the dining landscape better than ever with new locations, menus and interiors. Refreshed and revitalised. Parnell’s Non Solo Pizza and The Golden Nest at Woodper Hill were some of the best restaurant reinventions of the year.
The best weekend markets in Auckland, as voted by you
The results are in. The inaugural Denizen Everyday Heroes saw thousands of votes cast in support of local businesses. So without further ado, celebrate the best weekend markets Auckland city has to offer, as voted by you.
1. MOST VOTED: La Cigale The award-winning market brings a slice of France to Parnell every weekend, with fresh pastries and baked goods, French cheeses, artisan meats and top-notch produce among the extensive list of offerings. Come for a croque monsieur, stay for the unbeatable community vibe.
A New Bistro and Cafe Has Opened Inside Auckland Museum
Concrete Playground 9 December 2020
You can now sit down at the Museum for woodfired pizza, lamb with rēwena bread and Kiwi-style high tea.
Visitors to Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira now have the choice of sit-down bistro dining with the opening of Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café in the new Te Ao Mārama South Atrium.
From world-class degustations to ground-breaking bars, these are our favourite places to eat and drink in Parnell
Tucked in between the city and the suburbs, Parnell has become quite the culinary destination in recent years. From some of the best brunch in town to world-class degustations and ground-breaking bars, these are our favourite places to wine and dine in Parnell.
Breakfast and beyond: Cali Press, Simon & Lee, Winona Forever, Rosie, Goodness Gracious and Domain & Ayr
Long Lunching: Non Solo Pizza and Cibo
Quench your thirst: Barulho, Pineapple on Parnell and Boxer
Dinner Time: The Golden Nest at Woodpecker Hill, Kopio, Han, Gerome, Pasture and Fang.
Refreshed and revitalised, Non Solo Pizza unveils a brand new look
Everyone’s favourite Parnell Italian institution has been running smoothly for 24 years, and now Non Solo Pizza has been brought stylishly into the 2020s with a spiffy new look and delectable updated menu.
Matisse co-founder Jeanne Bertenshaw shares her love of iconic Italian brand B&B Italia
For decades Jeanne Bertenshaw has been committed to fostering her love affair with Italian design.
Having started design store Matisse 30 years ago, and travelling annually to the Milan Furniture Fair since, there is one company that has held universal appeal. In 1997, Bertenshaw acquired the exclusive distribution rights to B&B Italia in New Zealand, and has since enjoyed a long and fruitful partnership with the brand.
Discover the world’s most delicious doughnuts — and where to find them in Auckland
Doughnuts are a universally-loved delicacy, but not all cultures enjoy them with pink icing and rainbow sprinkles. Different countries have their own renditions of the doughnut. Gerome’s (Greek) Loukoumades are honey puffs that are impossibly fluffy and perfectly sweet. Typically soaked in a hot honey syrup, these doughnuts make for the perfect pairing with ice cream that melts into them when served hot.
From the owner of Pasture, Boxer is the new bar concept unlike anything you’ve seen before
Denizen’s definitive guide to the tastiest tiramisu desserts in town
Translated to English, Tiramisu literally means “pick me up” or “cheer me up,” and we can vouch for the fact that this delicious Italian dessert lives up to its name. Parnell’s Non Solo Pizza
NSP’s tiramisu is so good it takes pride of place as the only dish listed on the dessert menu. Their take sees sponge fingers dipped in espresso coffee and liqueur then layered with a mascarpone and zabaglione cream. Heavenly.
Up your breakfast game with the most delicious pancake dishes in Auckland
Everybody has a soft spot for pancakes. It may not be your breakfast of choice but it is a dish that nobody could dislike. A stack of fluffy, spongy and warm flat cakes drizzled with sweet maple syrup and melted butter — what’s not to love? 20-minute pancakes from Domain & Ayr Cafe
Stay true to their name, these pancakes require some patience but the end result makes it all worthwhile.
These are the best restaurants to go to if you’re a vegetarian with meat-eating friends
Korean BBQ is not all that Parnell’s Han Restaurant brings to the table. Meat is a very prominent component in Korean cuisine but vegetables have equal importance. The modern Korean restaurant is home to the tastiest tofu tacos and the best bibimbap this city has to offer.
Little Rosie - The perfect takeaway solution if you miss out on a table next door at Rosie
Concrete Playground 5 June 2020
From the owners of the esteemed Rosie in Parnell comes new neighbourhood dining venture, Little Rosie. This trendy eatery has been in the works for over six months.
A Parnell favourite takes things in a new direction with a bold interior change and innovative new menu
Five years after it first opened its doors Parnell’s well loved and iconic Woodpecker Hill has had a bold interior change and is taking things in a new direction.
Parnell darling Cibo is embracing the future with a family friendly Sunday funday
Parnell restaurant Cibo has long been a favourite for business types closing deals, dates out to impress and wedding parties celebrating their big day but now the team is dialling things down a notch by offering a super chilled Sunday option for frazzled families.
Fire Works
Cuisine Magazine recently featured a piece about Parnell’s Pasture restaurant and owner Ed’s new bar adventure, Mr Roboto. This exciting new Cocktail Bar run by chefs is due to open in the next few months. The bar fronting onto Parnell Road will also provide sole access to Pasture via a ‘secret’ doorway at the back.
The remake of Parnell's local-favourite tapas bar is bigger and even better
Barulho’s era as tapas bar is no more. Meet Barulho the restaurant. The seating has quadrupled, with room for up to 100 patrons. There is also an atmospheric private dining room, and a kitchen large enough to finally meet the demands of a voracious and appreciative Auckland eating public.
Fonda is the new spot that's being touted as Auckland's finest Mexican
The mantra ‘when one door closes, another opens’ could not be more perfectly exemplified than in this Parnell gem. What was formerly Barulho, the local-favourite Mediterranean tapas bar, has been transformed into Mexican eatery Fonda while remaining under the same ownership team of Sarah Ginella and Nico Mendez.
A Little Zodiac: A Little Garden A mini-series of new work by Emma Bass
Verve Magazine 1 February 2020
A Little Garden – new work by Emma Bass, runs from 25 February until 15 March at ARTIS Gallery, 280 Parnell Road..
Gift To Prince Charles
New Zealand Herald (Bay of Plenty Times) 19 November 2019
National Party leader and Tauranga MP Simon Bridges gives the Prince of Wales a 125g jar of Colony’s native Pohutukawa honey.
Retail NZ Awards 2019 - Winners
“Forme Spa & Wellbeing’s Parnell Store was named overall Supreme Large Retailer as well as winning the Customer Experience Award (Large Retailer), while Black Door Gallery was named Overall Supreme Small Retailer, as well as taking the honours in the Visual Merchandising Award,” Greg Harford, Retail NZ’s Chief Executive announced at the 2019 Retail NZ Awards on the 23rd July.
Jesse Mulligan Reviews Nem, Parnell's New -Look Vietnamese Restaurant.
Jesse Mulligan says this cosy, welcoming space has the formula just right — the food tastes and looks exciting. Newly named NEM is now a restaurant that feels simultaneously cosy, private and welcoming as soon as you arrive.
The Metro Peugeot Restaurant of the Year 2019 is...
Metro magazine has just announced that Ed Verner’s Pasture has taken the Supreme Award for his intimate six-seater parnell restaurant, as well as winning Best Chef in the 2019 Metro Peugeot Restaurant of the Year awards.
The Metro Peugeot Top 50 Restaurants of the Year 2019
Metro magazine has released its annual list of the top 50 restaurants in Auckland and once again there are several Parnell restaurants featured. To earn a place in the prestigious top 50, restaurants must excel not only in terms of food, but also service, drink quality, atmosphere, design and character.Finalists include Pasture, Rosie, Han and Woodpecker Hill.
Viva Restaurant Review: Pasture Parnell
Jesse Mulligan recently visited Pasture for a Herald Viva Magazine restaurant review, and labelled it “world class” and gave it a perfect rating.
Dining by precinct: Our favourite places to eat and drink in Parnell
Denizen tells us their favourite places to eat and drink in Parnell, from early morning to late at night. “Parnell is experiencing something of a second coming. The beautiful suburb, long admired for its sleek homes and refined residents seems to be adding more and more culinary destinations to its ranks, and we’re not mad about it”.
These iconic, German appliance brands have a beautiful new home in Parnell
Denizen introduces UnserHaus, the Parnell-based showroom displaying the latest in German-made, home appliance technology and, according to BSH Managing Director Darryl Robinson a unique concept designed to help the consumer “choose the right products for the right space in their home, at the right time in their lives.”
Set to be our go-to for any and all appliance-based queries, UnserHaus is offering the simplest way for us to see some of the finest brands (such as BOSCH, Gaggenau and NEFF) in action and understand why their reputations for excellence have stood the test of time.
AN UNCONVENTIONAL SICHUAN-INSPIRED EATERY ARRIVES IN PARNELL
Concrete Playground 4 Oct 2018.
The opening of Fang comes with its own wacky backstory inspired by 1970s rock opera Quadrophenia. Concrete Playground encourage patrons to sample the ten-hour braised pork and crystal skin dumplings, out of the box creations including dumplings filled with smoked gouda; roasted cauliflower and broccoli topped with sesame mayo, puffed buckwheat and shaved parmesan; plus a trio of mini nori cones filled with salmon tartare, avocado puree and caviar.
New restaurant Fang is “pulling the pin on a Sichuan flavour grenade”
Denizen interviewed the husband and wife duo Aaron Carson and Fran Mazza who have opened a new eatery on average every 10 weeks with the latest addition to their stable being Chinese fusion restaurant, Fang in Parnell.
A descriptor for the restaurant is ‘Pop-Asian Quadrophenia’ and Fang — READ MORE
Win a residency for your business at the exclusive new Textile Lofts in Parnell
Denizen profiled the ‘handsome workplace’ on the fourth floor of the Textile Centre and interviewed the team behind this ’boutique private members workspace’, to find out what really set Textile Lofts apart. Besides their considered approach to residents and various membership options, they concluded that being surrounded by Saint George’s Bay Road’s ‘ever-expanding lineup of design-orientated businesses and eateries with the right kinds of people to frequent them, it’s certainly a good vibe down that part of Parnell.
Bandied about as the game-changing new phenomenon, hot-desking, it would unequivocally seem, is the way forward in workplace trends.
Vietnamese street food masters Hello Mister have just landed in Parnell
Long been a go-to for easy, quick and accessible lunchtime fare. But for those that don’t work or live in the CBD, a quick bite of classic their signature street food hasn’t been so easy to come by. Luckily for Parnell, Hello Mister has extended its reach and laid down fresh roots on the corner of Faraday Street, bringing its tasty menu further afield – READ MORE
Neighbourhood Watch: Where To Eat, Shop & Visit In Parnell
VIVA features Parnell as the neighbourhood to watch for charming boutiques, weekend markets and lots of good eating. With the likes of Euro-Latin-style tapas bar Barulho, nature inspired Pasture, smokey Texan barbeque paired with zingy Asian flavours at Woodpecker Hill and cafe options such as Winona Forever, Rosie and Bowl and Arrow theres lots to choose from. Combine with a visit to Hattitude, New Zealand’s only traditional men’s hat shop and bespoke tailor Doran and Doran for a day out.
