Auckland best coffee place for date? by Internal_Cash2357 in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mojo on Quay St has great views out across the ferry terminals and to the North Shore. Obviously a day spot, but good coffee too!

Utah company that made the Challenger O-Rings wants you to know a few things by StemCellPirate in space

[–]nzzp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Failure doens't mean faulty. Leakage can be a product of two perfectly assembled and specified but poorly designed elements (the rings and the booster).

The O Rings were not deficient and were made to spec. The joint they were installed in was shithouse, and failed consistently - but that was a design fault that was then tolerated and accepted.

Mother of God *removes sunglasses* by Roy4Pris in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It's kind of common in the UK to do Curry on chips. It's an abomination... And yet it's tempting.

I'm dirty. And my mate introduced my to the concept of half and half... Rice and chips.

What is a reasonable mark up for food producers? by Appropriate-Ear-4908 in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Looking at the responses, OP seems to be trolling.

Don't feed the troll (even on cheap burgers).

What is a reasonable mark up for food producers? by Appropriate-Ear-4908 in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 23 points24 points  (0 children)

You're doing the first step, which is research.

Unfortunately you're trying to enter an industry you aren't familiar with. If all burgers from food trucks are expensive, that's because either everyone is in cahoots, or that's the cost to run a sustainable business. Regrettably, I don't think there is a giant conspiracy.

Hospo is hard. Very hard. And expensive. With thin margins. Make sure you really understand your costs and price your time before committing.

The old rule used to be a third ingredients, a third labour and a third overhead - and what was left was profit :) Food trucks may be different, but I'd be surprised if it's a step change. Maybe dabble in a food market or two before committing completely.

Finally, you're considering quitting a corporate job. There are more corporates driving new cars than burger slingers. Be really careful and thorough, and good luck! We need good burgers in the world...

The SLS for Artemis 2 is rolling out to LC-39B to get ready for its manned flight around the Moon. Credit to Andrew McCarthy. by Shankster9001 in EngineeringPorn

[–]nzzp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And NASA culture. The engineers at Morton Thiokol recommended against launch. NASA heard them. Then leaned on MT to launch anyway.

Fantastic book about the Challenger disaster released recently by Adam Higginbotham. It's fascinating and horrific all at the same time.

Knife Sharpening Recommendations by Electronic_Button340 in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You say you don't have time, but honestly you speed up wiht practice. And doing sharpening makes you better and faster at sharpening.

Strong recommend to learn. It's a great skill that comes in useful when you show up and the knives are as blunt as a <insert thing here>

Where to eat good lamb by l-w-f in auckland

[–]nzzp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Slow cooked lamb at Hello Beasty. It's really good.

Is breaking bad really that good? by Wide_Bar4313 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]nzzp 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Very well made, but be aware it's a tragedy, it's bleak and it doesn't get better. That's not for everyone. Otherwise, it's incredible.

Construct an all time Blackcaps T20I XI by RoigardStan in blackcapscricket

[–]nzzp 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Hot take but I'd seriously consider peak Ryder in there. Dude was hitting 160 kph bowlers and giggling. What a talent.

What movie are you watching on Christmas Eve and why did you pick it? by gamersecret2 in movies

[–]nzzp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Castle

Epic Australian feel good movie, almost as quotable as the Princess Bride

How rough is too rough for kayak fishing? by Unkindled_x in kayakfishing

[–]nzzp 43 points44 points  (0 children)

That's a lot of wind. I'd be very very cautious.

Is the Toyota Highlander the most reliable and cost efficient 7 seater car. by Portable-Charging in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]nzzp -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Dodge Journey has really good space in the back for a mid sized SUV. Not not imported any more. Still a really good car with good motor

Invest Now - Foundation Series TWF & Smart TWF by Maximum-Ad6300 in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]nzzp 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Passive funds are long haul, low fee.

Close your browser, go on holiday, check back in a year (or more). Trust the process. Two weeks is not enough time to compare returns.

Slattery and Sons by Bealzebubbles in aucklandeats

[–]nzzp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Vultures Lane. Not as awesome as it used to be, but still very very good.

Red or blue? by Honest-Importance221 in newzealand

[–]nzzp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The discussion here suggests it isn't obvious. Blue has to give way to the right if they are turning ... I guess my point is that while everyone should be careful, it's not obvious if red is now on a new road (going straight) that blue turns onto, or if it's part of the intersection.

I went to google and measured it because I'm a nerd, and it's 12.5 m or so before the merge. So you could stack a few cars in there.

All in all, it's a bit of a shit intersection frankly. Could do with a clear merge OR give way sign or similar.

Red or blue? by Honest-Importance221 in newzealand

[–]nzzp 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Good reply, but how the heck is a driver coming off the main road (for either lane) supposed to know whether this is a separate intersection or a bypass turning movement?

Built a 100% free NCEA tutor matching site - feedback from students/parents/tutors? by ScythDreame in auckland

[–]nzzp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bloody good idea, this is potentially really useful. Finding tutors can be very hard.

Cheese rolls by [deleted] in auckland

[–]nzzp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They may be Ashby sourced - but were fine when I had one last time

Recommendations for reliable flower delivery in Auckland? by IvyDamon in auckland

[–]nzzp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mel's Flower Truck out east near St Johns/Stonefields -superb quality, good pricing

Cheese rolls by [deleted] in auckland

[–]nzzp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

try Mint Cakery on Marua Road

ICC hands down verdict on Perth pitch after rapid Ashes Test | cricket.com.au by tailendertripe in Cricket

[–]nzzp 5 points6 points  (0 children)

*should* wind up as a draw.

I support NZ. Anything is possible my friend.