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Let\u2019s lower to the chase: Auckland is fashionable. Like, uber fashionable. The folks, the cafes, the boutiques \u2013 all terribly fashionable. Even the homes dotted alongside tree-lined residential streets are \u2013 you guessed it \u2013 fashionable. So what do you have to do with two days in Auckland? I\u2019m glad you requested! <\/p>\n

I lately spent a number of days in Auckland to convey to you this very fashionable information to Auckland, New Zealand. And whereas I feel 4 days was perhaps an excessive amount of, I might say two days is the right period of time to discover the town and take in the highlights. So with that, right here\u2019s my information to Auckland! <\/p>\n

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The World of Wanderlust Guide to Auckland<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For starters, this wasn\u2019t my first go to to Auckland. I\u2019ve been a handful of occasions to go to considered one of my greatest pals who lived right here pre-pandemic. Every time my pal would present me new cafes, boutiques and areas to discover, nonetheless since she rellocated to Los Angeles, I visited Auckland this yr for the primary time with out her as my information.<\/p>\n

For me, Auckland is all the time filled with inspiration. The metropolis has fairly the repute for being the design, cultural and foodie hub of New Zealand. Sure, Wellington is a eager contender \u2013 particularly the place meals and drinks are involved. But if you happen to\u2019re in search of a metropolis that has all of it (together with nice summers), Auckland is your best choice.<\/p>\n

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Eat your means by Ponsonby<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To begin your Auckland journey, I extremely advocate starting your day on Ponsonby Road. This is the place you’ll discover lots of Auckland\u2019s greatest cafes, bakeries, bars and boutiques. And whenever you\u2019re completed exploring Ponsonby, you might all the time enterprise on foot to close by Karangahape Road ( \u201cK road\u201d), which is equally filled with nice spots and has a barely grungier really feel to it.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t miss these prime picks:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Duck Island Ice Cream<\/strong> \u2013 the O.G. Ice Creamery on Ponsonby Rd. A neighborhood\u2019s favorite.<\/p>\n

Little Bird<\/strong> \u2013 A really vegan eatery with scrumptious wholesome bites (and lunch menu!)<\/p>\n

Superette<\/strong> \u2013 A luxurious idea retailer filled with worldwide and native designers. The focus is principally on trend, however there\u2019s a terrific number of homewares and wonder\/wellness merchandise as properly.<\/p>\n

WORLD<\/strong> \u2013 A largely French parfumerie with bougie candles and excessive trend items.<\/p>\n

Cake & Co<\/strong> \u2013 A tiny little gap within the wall cake store. Perfect you probably have one thing to rejoice!<\/p>\n

Little & Friday <\/strong>\u2013 A small cafe with nice takeaway savouries and candy treats. This was one of many cafes my pal Sophie and I used to frequent (and it\u2019s simply nearly as good as I keep in mind).<\/p>\n

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Shopping in Ponsonby<\/strong><\/h2>\n

As I discussed earlier, Ponsonby is stuffed with designer threads, small boutiques and idea shops. There are tonnes of outlets to discover and so they\u2019re greatest visited on foot, so I might advise you park someplace close by in a residential road or snag a carpark on the primary road if you happen to can, and provides your self at the very least a number of hours to discover the road in its entirety. <\/p>\n

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Visit Bluebell\u2019s Bakery<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019ve completed exploring Ponsonby, it’s time to park up at Bluebell\u2019s Bakery for a caffeine hit and a few candy treats. This was considered one of my favorite bakeries I visited on this journey and it\u2019s a straightforward one to go to as there’s parking proper out entrance. The lemon curd cupcake was a standout, plus you possibly can watch the baking group at work by the viewing window. <\/p>\n

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Cafe hop round city at these prime spots<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Speaking of bakeries, I visited fairly a number of on this journey! As lots of you recognize I lately opened my new bakery Brooki Bakehouse in Brisbane<\/a><\/strong>, so testing Auckland\u2019s thriving baking scene was excessive on my agenda. There are too many nice bakeries and cake shops in Auckland to call all of them, so I\u2019ll do you a favour and simply embody my prime picks.<\/p>\n

Catroux<\/strong> \u2013 A fab little discover with unbelievable vegan and dairy free cake choices.<\/p>\n

The Caker<\/strong> \u2013 Once the preferred cake store in Auckland and nonetheless one of many prime contenders. I walked away with a cook dinner e book as properly for future inspiration!<\/p>\n

Magnolia Kitchen<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019ll want to rent a automobile to achieve this one however it’s actually value the additional effort if you happen to love bakery hopping as a lot as I do. The group at Magnolia additionally do retail treats now, so if you want to strive their goodies however don\u2019t need to endure the experience, discover a native stockist on the town as a substitute.<\/p>\n

Ripe Deli <\/strong>\u2013 The greatest take away lunch spot in Auckland, arms down. This deli is stuffed with candy and savoury treats, plus a number of wholesome salads and wraps. The excellent place to seize a packed lunch earlier than a highway journey!<\/p>\n


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Brooke Saward<\/p>\n

Brooke Saward based World of Wanderlust as a spot to share inspiration from her travels and to encourage others to see our world. She now divides her time between adventures overseas and adventures within the kitchen, with a selected weak point for French pastries.<\/p>\n

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