A tea lover’s guide to
Wellington
Cuba Street
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Courtenay Place
Arthur Street
Locations T2 Tea Shop Matha’s Pantry Alice Cocktail Bar
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Wellington The tea capital of New Zealand.
Wellington is New Zealand’s centre of government and the world’s southern most capital city. It is also the country’s cultural and the third most populous urban area in New Zealand. Home to many museums, galleries, theatres, festivals and events, Wellington is also a leading centre for creative industries and the home of the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX). The city is situated alongside Wellington Harbour and surrounded by natural beauty including Zealandia, an award-winning eco-attraction just minutes from the central business district. Population Wellington city has a population of 200,100 people. The Wellington region (a series of closely linked cities and districts) is home to almost 500,000 people. The city accounts for 41% of the region’s population and 5% of New Zealand’s overall population. The capital’s population is young, with 55.9% aged 18–49 years compared with 45.1% in NZ generally. Wellingtonians It’s been said that over one-third (33%) of Wellington residents have a bachelor degree or higher qualification – the highest in the country. Wellingtonians are also known as some of the fittest New Zealanders, with over 18,000 of its residents choosing to walk or jog to work. Runners are a regular sight around the picturesque waterfront.
Climate Wellington’s weather gets a fair bit of slack and, yes, it can get a bit windy from time-to-time. But the capital actually enjoys a temperate and often sunny climate, enjoying around 2,000 sunshine hours a year. The warmest month is February, the coolest is July, and average annual rainfall is 1,270mm. Tourism Tourism is a vital contributor to Wellington’s economy, resulting in some $1.6 billion in expenditure per year – that’s over $3,166 per minute! Icons Serves food Family friendly Opening times
Food & Drink Craft beer capital, coffee capital, culinary capital, oh, and the country’s capital.
In the art, science and business of making stuff that tastes great, Wellington leads the way. Perfectly positioned between rich farmland and bountiful ocean, the quality of our produce is second-to-none.
On a stroll through Moore Wilson’s you can gather all the ingredients for a delicious dinner party or perfect picnic.
“A café in a tugboat, a brewery in a garage, and a restaurant with a Our multi-cultured people bring together kitchen garden on the roof ” a whole world of traditions, blending international techniques and influences with a generous helping of Wellington ingenuity. It’s a winning recipe. New breweries, roasteries, restaurants and cafes open all the time, while our favourites go from strength to strength. Every year New Zealand’s largest culinary festival, Visa Wellington On a Plate, inspires our chefs and culinary community to keep amazing us with fresh ideas, executed beautifully, served with style and flair. We tackle short deadlines with the help of a long black. Inspiration floats to the surface on the bubbles of a beer. Deals are sealed by a great steak and sweethearts flirt over desserts.
Wander around Wellington and you’ll find a café in a tugboat, a brewery in a garage, and a restaurant with a kitchen garden on the roof. It’s a mouth watering prospect.
Regional Fare • Bread • Butchery • Cakes • Cheese • Chocolate • Coffee • Cordials • Craft Beer • Crepes • Cupcakes • Eggs • Fruit
• Gelato • Honey • Ice Cream • Hummus • Jams and Chutneys • Lamb • Liquorice • Macarons • Market Gardens • Milk
• Olive Oil • Pies • Pizza • Sausages • Seafood • Soda Syrups • Wine Plus many more...
Wellington on a plate • Started in 2009 and currently in its 5th year of operation • 110 restaurants participated in DINE Wellington 2015 • 113 festival events in 2015 • 69 restaurants participated in Burger Wellington • $1,129,200 in ticket sales 2015 • $4.1m contribution to GDP in 2015 • The Oyster Saloon attracted around 3,000 attendees • Beervana attracted around 9,500 attendees • Moore Wilson’s Taste Street Night Market attracted around 5,000 attendees
The cafe capital • 10 craft breweries in Wellington • 10+ coffee roasteries in Wellington • Wellingtonians buy 45 million cups of coffee per year • Wellington hospitality uses 4.5 million eggs per year • Wellington hospitality uses 260 tonnes of bacon per year • 255,000 Wellingtonians had a coffee or tea at a cafe over the past 3 months* • 231,000 Wellingtonians ate a snack or meal at a cafe over the past 3 months* • 224,000 Wellingtonians ate at a licenced restaurant over the past 3 months*
Martha’s Pantry The perfect location for vintage high tea and sweet treats.
“Martha’s Pantry has a selection of savoury delights and sweet treats all freshly baked in-house daily.”
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or want to catch up with family and friends, High Tea is a wonderful way to celebrate. All High Tea food items are lovingly prepared by their Baker’s and presented on traditional stands with vintage crockery and cutlery. Dress up for the occasion and take photos. If you are looking for a wee nibble or to fill a hungry tummy, Martha’s Pantry has a range food to suit your needs. Their refreshment selection has a fabulous range of refreshments, including hot tea, coffee and soft drinks and lots more. Beverages from T Leaf Tea, Supreme Coffee, and bottles of Aroha Cordials and Foxton Fizz plus Martha’s legendary Super Thick Milkshakes. It is also a fantastic place to host an event, specialising in bridal showers, baby showers, and birthdays for both big and little princesses. Martha’s Pantry is available for private function hire, day or night. Pop down to cuba street and visit them today!
T2 Tea A vist to the T2 Tea shop really is a invitation to indulge in sensory pleasures.
“The range includes fragrant, exotic teas that look just as beautiful and as they taste.”
At T2 Tea their teas that are at the very core of their philosophy. They aim to create a range that delivers a bombardment of subtle, unexpected flavours and aromas; creating a spirit of peace and serenity. To this end, they work with with a the best international suppliers, and highly skilled blenders, who work side by side with the company to create teas of exceptional quality that deliver a taste sensation. An exploration and interpretation of the culture and artistry of tea, selected from the world’s best gardens. Stop by the T2 Tea Willis Street store to sample from a bouquet of the best teas from around the world. They have an extensive range of perfectly brewed and beautifully presented teas and tisanes. Their store is perfectly situated in the center of town where it is easily accessible for all. There is an eclectic mix of both the modern and traditional that will excite your senses.
Alice
A quirky cocktail bar where the Alice in wonderland comes to life.
“Unique and quirky cocktails served in white china teapots with matching white tea cups”
A world class cocktail bar incorporating a sense of the ridiculous. Come by and enjoy the fine drinks, fine music, and quirky decorations. Down Forresters Lane is Alice, where Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic ‘Alice In Wonderland’ comes to life. Try the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party which comes in a dainty China tea pot with tea cups. There is even a secret door to enter the bar through Boogie Wonderland on Courtenay Place. Their cocktails are exciting and original and quirky. The mad hatters tea party is made from a mixture of vanilla vodka, mint and peppermint tea gives it a unique taste. The mock turtle’s tuaca tea is made from vanilla orange infused brandy and lashings of blackcurrent tea and cranberry juice which gives this tea a sweet french twist. Alice is the perfect place for a classy cocktail and to get a little bit tipsy. Escape into the world of Alice and get ready for a little bit of ridiculous.
A tea lover’s guide to Wellington Elizabeth McPhail Stream D
2016