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Renewing the Cuban Love-Affair

It had been a while.  Like a hot and heavy affair that’d been put on hold, I walked through the doorway and took a lingering look at my long-lost love.  Only one thought came to mind, and that was “daaaamn…”  This was how it felt to be back in Havana bar for the first time since its makeover. Because the burning question was ...

Tagged as: feature, cocktails, drink, nightlife, Havana, bar, features, place

Need to party? Then look no further

Looking for somewhere to spend a special occasion?  An impending 21st, 25th or 30th birthday? a work do, mid-year throw-down, etc, etc?  Then let me be of assistance.  Here’s an easy guide to aid in your search, according to what type of party you want to provide for your favourite (And ...

Tagged as: feature, mighty mighty, hawthorn lounge, cocktails, drink, motel, drinks, Havana, bar, party, beer

An Interview with Hollie Smith

  Summerset 2009 at the Basin Reserve is almost here.  One headline act which is sure to gather much of the attention, will be Aotearoa's charismatic chanteuse of soul, Miss Hollie Smith.  Texture were lucky enough to grab a few minutes of Miss Smiths time to ask her some very probing ...

Tagged as: feature, Matterhorn, music, Havana, interview, wellington, soul, sandwiches summerset

A Bigger and Better Havana Experience

Havana has become a symbol of free-spirited enterprise in Wellington.  Yes, considering the whole Cuba connection, this is all fairly ironic.  But that spirit endures, and remains embodied in the coffee that everybody wants, and the bar where everybody wants to be seen. Now both are on the move to bigger and brighter things, as Havana ...

Tagged as: feature, coffee, cocktails, drink, nightlife, drinks, Havana, bar, cafe, wine, places, features, place, beer

The Dating Game part 1: First Date Venues

So you have just met that guy or gal of your dreams and it's time for the intimidating first date.  Meeting up for a drink is usually the safest bet on such an occasion, but there are many questions to be answered before you even think about setting foot out your door.  Where do I go?  What should I have?  What the freakin’ ...

Tagged as: feature, hawthorn lounge, drink, motel, Matterhorn, nightlife, drinks, Havana, bar, features, wellington

Surf City play All Ages concert!

OS9 All Ages Venue Edward st. for  wellingtons  young  musicians  and music  lovers don't miss this one kids! SURF  CITY and more!!! Saturday March 8th 7.30pm $10 www.myspace.com/os9wellington    

Posted to: Events/gigs February 28, 08 by OS9

Tagged as: event, community, havana, comedy, fun, ' events, 'event, ' fun, ' all ages ', ' bands', ' rock', music, Grand Prix, 'coffee', ' events', 'foxton fizz, live', live, arts, party, party':'alternative':'punk', 'allganics', 'youth', 'musicians., 'exciting'

Yet another great summer cocktail!

Has Havana always been so nautically inspired? There are propellers buried in gardens, porthole windows and curious rope and ratchet amalgamations fraying/rusting (respectively) on the walls. Never having been to the real Havana I can only imagine that it too is a scrap yard of relics which pay homage to the seafaring days of old… Maybe these ...

Tagged as: feature, cocktails, drink, Havana

Capriosca

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Pic posted: February 3, 08 by chester

Tagged as: pic, Havana, cocktail, drink, Cuba Street

OdESSA and much much more...Fri 14th

OS9   All Ages Venue for  wellingtons  young  musicians  and   music  lovers. Huge End of School Party! Friday 14th December    6.30pm featuring: OdESSA , The Actualities, The Lunch Box Boys Charm School Rejects, The Make Out Kids, Sneaky Bluberries,   The Stray Dogs,  ...

Posted to: Events/gigs December 6, 07 by OS9

Tagged as: community, havana, fun, reggae, ' events, ' fun, ' all ages ', ' bands', ' rock', music, 'coffee', ' events', 'dance', 'foxton fizz, 'funky', live', live, arts, party, party':'alternative':'punk', 'allganics', 'youth', 'musicians., 'exciting'

Die!Die!Die! All Ages Matinee Concert Sat. 3rd Nov

OS9 ALL AGES VENUE for wellingtons young musicians and music lovers are pleased to host B.Net Awards finalists best live act o7 and best song o7   DIE!DIE!DIE! Saturday 3rd November - with support from local all ages bands doors open 1.30pm $10 doorsales or presales from Real Groovy www.myspace.com/os9wellington serving Foxton ...

Posted to: Events/gigs October 25, 07 by OS9

Tagged as: community, havana, events, fun, ' events, 'event, ' fun, ' all ages ', ' bands', ' rock', music, 'coffee', ' events', 'dance', 'foxton fizz, live', live, arts, party':'alternative':'punk', 'allganics', 'youth', 'musicians., 'exciting'