Pirimai Chippy has a loyal following. Photo / Warren Buckland
Pirimai Chippy has a loyal following. Photo / Warren Buckland
Three popular Hawke's Bay businesses and one outstanding playground have been recognised as finalists in a nationwide Best of Summer competition.
The NZ Herald has been running a competition to find the country's favourite campground, fish and chip shop, playground, beach walk and ice cream/gelato shop.
Ten finalists were announcedon Sunday in each category after the votes from readers were tallied.
Hawke's Bay has been well represented among the list of finalists including beloved fish and chip shop Pirimai Chippy, one of the longest-standing ice cream companies in the country Rush Munro's in Hastings, the revamped playground Anderson Park in Napier, and popular campground Kennedy Park Resort Napier in Marewa.
Children playing at Anderson Park in Napier. Photo / NZME
Kennedy Park Resort Napier is a well-loved destination for travellers. Photo / Warren Buckland
That includes a staggering number of burgers on the menu as well as delicious fish and chips.
"We have 26 burgers on our menu, all homemade."
Go to nzherald.co.nz/bestof or click here to vote for the winner in each of the five categories.
"We chose those categories because we reckon they're what make a classic Kiwi holiday, the treats that friends and families are enjoying while taking time out this summer, wherever in Aotearoa they may be," the NZ Herald wrote.
Rush Munro's in Hastings is one of the longest-standing ice cream companies in the country. Photo / Warren Buckland
Finalists from Hawke's Bay:
Pirimai Chippy (Best Fish and Chip Shop finalist)
Rush Munro's (Best Ice Cream Shop finalist)
Kennedy Park Resort Napier (Best Campground finalist)
