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    This New Website Aims to Support Independent Eateries

    The initiative aims to link more diners with real owner-operator eateries.

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    Hamilton's Duck Island Is Opening an Ice Cream Parlour in Ponsonby

    You'll no longer need to commute 140km to sample some of the country's best ice cream.

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    This New Subscription Service Champions Small-Scale Cheese Producers

    Connecting hardcore cheese lovers with the humans that create the really smelly, gooey, creamy stuff. 

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    We're Giving Away a Voucher to Try the New Menu at Orleans

    Sample comforting Creole classics, towering waffle stacks and toffee beignets at the Southern American-style eatery.

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    A New Dominion Road-Inspired Dumpling Joint Lands in the Viaduct

    This hole-in-the-wall eatery takes inspiration from the much-loved restaurants of Dominion Road.

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    This New Viaduct Harbour Opening Puts an Upmarket Twist on Family-Style Sharing

    Promising gorgeous harbour views, this new opening arrives from the trio behind Dr Rudis.

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    Auckland's Best New Restaurants of 2018

    Auckland's cultural ecosystem has boomed once again.

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    Dice & Fork Is Victoria Park's New Dedicated Boardgame Bar and Eatery

    This new eatery combines booze, bites and over 140 boardgames.

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    The Hilton's Fish Introduces a New Chef and Seafood-Heavy Menu

    After taking the helm at the start of August, new Executive Chef Wallace Mua has just released his first menu.

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    BurgerFuel Has Launched a New No-Frills Burger Brand

    The menu features four burgers, skin-on fries and a whole pickle.

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    Where to Find the Best Mexican Food in Auckland

    We might be more than 11,000 kilometres away, but Auckland has an abundance of choice when it comes to mouthwatering Mexican cuisine.

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    Europe's First Underwater Restaurant Is Now Taking Reservations

    Eat seafood under the sea at Norway's marine-set and -themed eatery, Under.

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    La Fuente Is Auckland's New Wine and Mezcal Bar

    The first bar in the country to devote itself to Mexico's indigenous spirit.

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    A New Multimillion-Dollar Dining Precinct Has Opened in Morningside

    Appropriately called Morningside, the new precinct will be found in an old curtain factory.

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    Eighties-Inspired Eatery Sneaky Snacky Finds a Permanent Home at Lim Chhour

    K' Road's new destination for doughnut burgers and Nashville hot chicken.

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    A Week-Long Celebration of Italian Cuisine Is Coming to New Zealand

    The week-long series is built around eating food the Italian way: together.

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    A Guide to Amsterdam's Food and Drink Scene

    There are plenty of brilliant eateries in the Dutch capital — if you know where to look.

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    Much-Loved Italian Restaurant Pane e Vino Is Reopening in Grey Lynn

    The new space will be spread across two floors in the iconic brick building across the road.

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    Goodside Is the North Shore's New Foodie Hub

    From cow paddock to one of the North Shore's leading dining districts.

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    Contemporary Fusion Restaurant Hello Beasty Lands at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour

    This Asian-inspired newcomer is the debut solo effort from award-winning chef Stuart Rogan.

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    Everybody Eats Brings Its Pay-As-You-Feel Pop-Up Restaurant to Avondale

    Less food going to landfill and more food going towards filling the stomachs of those in need.

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    Seven New Auckland Eateries to Put in Your Diary

    From a cafe-gallery serving savoury waffles to modern Māori-inspired kai and a refurbished European bistro in Ponsonby.

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    World-Famous Pizzeria 400 Gradi Has Opened at Auckland Airport

    Head through security early for the best pizza in Oceania.

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    Modern Maori Eatery Puha & Pakeha Finds a Permanent Home in Grey Lynn

    This new fast-casual eatery brings native ingredients to the forefront.

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    Auckland's Iconic Chelsea Sugar Factory Is Reopening to the Public

    Stand at the foot of a giant sugar mountain, grab lunch at the new eatery and learn how to bake chocolate chip cookies.

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    The Country's Best Restaurants Have Been Named for 2018

    A sashimi-focused Japanese restaurant took top honours.

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    A Look Inside Auckland's Insane New Two-Storey Mini-Golf Bar

    The venue features 27 pop culture-themed holes and a bar overlooking the waterfront.

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    This New All-Day Eatery Spotlights the Bold Flavours of Sri Lanka

    Find the flavoursome newcomer in the former home of Fort Greene.

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    Sweden Is Getting a Museum Dedicated to Disgusting Foods

    Jell-o salad, mouse wine, Sardinian maggot-infested cheese and even Vegemite rank among the museum's exhibits.

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    An Unconventional Sichuan-Inspired Eatery Arrives in Parnell

    Sample ten-hour braised pork and crystal skin dumplings at this new 1970s rock opera-inspired restaurant.

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    This New Takapuna Opening Specialises in Jerk-Spiced Fried Chicken

    Takapuna's latest opening is dedicated entirely to hot and crispy fried bird.

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    The New Menu Has Been Unveiled for Sid at The French Cafe

    The reimagined fine dining menu from restaurateurs Sid and Chand Sahrawat is a marriage of old and new.

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    The Five Best Spots for Yum Cha in Auckland

    From trays of classic dim sum to pork ribs and egg tarts — here's where to experience the city's best Cantonese brunches.

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    Ten Affordable Lunches to Get You Through Until Pay Day

    Tasty lunch spots that won't break the house deposit fund.

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    You Can Now Meditate to a Soothing Melody of Chicken Frying and Gravy Simmering Thanks to KFC

    The fried chicken empire has launched a new 'mindfulness' website.

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    Five Asian-Inspired Burgers to Try in Auckland

    Take your tastebuds on a journey to the far east with these Asian-inspired burger creations.

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    Every Seafood Dish You Should Eat When Travelling NZ's South Island

    From highway-side cray to jetty-edge fresh fish.

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    This Unassuming Lunch Bar Specialises in Authentic Mexican Street Food

    The Concourse in Henderson is probably the last place you'd expect to discover cactus tacos.

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