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    Beloved Bowling Club Pop-Up Damascus Has Just Opened a Brick and Mortar Eatery in Wellington's CBD

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    New Parnell Deli Buono Delicatessen Is Re-Launching Parnell's Iconic Weekend Markets Next Month

    If you've been missing heading to Parnell for your weekend morning ritual, mark October 1 in your diary.

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    KitKat Has Released the Milo Chocolate Bars of Your Childhood Dreams

    Two beloved childhood chocolate treats are combining in one wafer and choc-malt filled bar — in three varieties, too.

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    Tokki Is Milford's New Modern Korean Eatery From Gochu Owner Jason Kim

    With a menu of fresh seasonal produce from local growers and located only a stone's throw from the beach, this new North Shore eatery is made for relaxed, post-work dining this summer.

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    The Best Places in Auckland to Take Your Dad This Father's Day

    Forget socks and a block of Whittaker's — take the dad figure in your life out for a Father's Day to remember.

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    Spirit Specialist Kurtis Bosley Shares Three Unexpectedly Brilliant Whisky Cocktail Pairings

    We got all the intel on the best bites to accompany three standout whiskey concoctions (and nabbed the recipes for the drinks too).

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    Pics' New Smunchy Peanut Butter Is a Cross Between Smooth and Crunchy to Stop Fights at Home

    Designed to put an end to the classic 'smooth versus crunchy' debate — or perhaps just throw another spanner in the works.

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    Commercial Bay's Stunning New Modern French Bistro Origine Is Opening Its Doors

    The magnifique new jewel in Commercial Bay's crown is the brainchild of two of the country's hospitality powerhouses Ben Bayly and Chris Martin, along with their wives.

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    KOL Is Ponsonby's New Bar and Eatery Coming to the Old MooChowChow Site From Sid and Chand Sahrawat

    The Sahrawats are set to work their magic once again, this time in the longstanding Ponsonby villa.

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    Israeli Chef Yotam Ottolenghi Is Finally Bringing His Latest Speaking Tour Down Under in 2023

    The trailblazing chef, author and restaurateur's chef will head to Australia and New Zealand in January.

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    Taco Medic's New Flagship Auckland Eatery Is About to Open in the CBD

    The new inner-city offering will boast a full bar, DJ booth and waterfront views — and the same delicious tacos.

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    Here's Where to Find This Beer-Brined Brisket Toastie That's Just Been Crowned the Best in NZ

    The winning sandwich contains house-smoked beer-brined brisket, McClure's pickles and hop-salted mozzarella.

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    The Five Elemental AKL Culinary Events and Dining Experiences We're Most Excited For

    This year's Elemental AKL festival promises delicious and dazzling combinations of theatre and food.

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    Whittaker's Is Finally Set to Release the Oat Milk Block We've Been Waiting Weeks For

    After weeks of speculation and dodgy internet rumours, it's finally arrived.

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    Don't Worry, Bunnings Isn't Increasing the Price of Its Sausage Sizzles Here in New Zealand

    Australia's beloved Bunnings' snags are going up in price for the first time in 15 years — but here in Aotearoa, the sausages are safe, for now.

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    Melbourne Tapas Institution MoVida Is Set to Open Its First New Zealand Outpost in Auckland

    The beloved Spanish bar and eatery caused a stir during a brief Auckland pop-up back in 2016 — and now it's coming here for good.

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    The Seven Burgers We're Most Excited to Try During This Year's Welly on a Plate

    From bao buns to dessert-stuffed delights and a burger that arrives literally on fire, this year's WOAP burger lineup is looking as delicious as ever.

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    Auckland Restaurant Month Returns in August With Speciality Menus, Masterclasses and Dining Events

    The month-long food gala returns with long lunches, intimate dining experiences and price point menus.

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    Here's Where to Get Your Mitts on The Great NZ Toastie Takeover Finalists in Auckland and Wellington

    Over 180 eateries around the country entered creative combos of bread and cheese — now 13 finalists remain for you to wrap your laughing gear around.

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    Creative Powerhouses the Katayanagi Twins on Their Favourite Spots in Auckland

    From brews to views, the powerhouse creative duo share their favourite spots in the city.

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    Where to Go in Auckland When All You Want Is a Big Bowl of Pasta

    Slurp up a cheesy cacio e pepe or satisfy that carb craving with a saucy serving of lasagne.

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    Origine Is a New French Bistro Coming to Commercial Bay in the Former Saxon + Parole Site in August

    The new eatery headed for the light and airy space is the brainchild of two of the country's hospitality powerhouses Ben Bayly and Chris Martin, along with their wives.

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    Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away a Massive 10,000 Free Doughnuts This Friday

    What's better than sweet glazed doughnuts? Free sweet glazed doughnuts.

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    Where to Find the Best Late-Night Eats in Auckland

    Satisfy those late-night munchies with soul-warming ramen, Korean fried chicken and pelmeni dumplings.

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    Auckland's Finger-Lickin' Fried Chicken Festival Is Finally Coming Back This Winter

    The one-day event will see fried chicken fans able to get their greasy mitts on wings, chicken-topped waffles, burgers, baos and other delights.

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    You Can Get Your Hands on Fix and Fogg's New Cookie Butter Again After a Record-Breaking Sell Out

    You can pour it over waffles or ice cream, or just release your inner cookie monster and spoon it straight out of the jar.

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    Mark Wahlberg's First New Zealand Wahlburgers Outpost Is Opening in Auckland This Year

    Co-owned with his brothers, the Hollywood actor's burger empire has already scored its own reality TV show — and now it's coming to downtown Auckland.

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    Cadbury's New Caramilk Ice Creams Are Landing in the Freezer Aisle Next Week

    You'll soon be able to tuck into the cult-favourite caramelised white chocolate poured over vanilla ice cream.

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    The Best Places in Auckland to Take Your Mum this Mother's Day (or Any Day)

    Treat mum like the queen she is with a sojourn somewhere a little bit special for brunch, lunch or dinner.

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    Auckland's Huge French Festival Is Returning for 2022

    Returning for the first time since the COVID outbreak, this year's festival is set to take over the waterfront with two delicious days of Champagne, cheese, croissants and plenty of French fun.

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    Sydney Favourite Firedoor Just Came in Third in the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants for 2022

    Firedoor was one of seven Australian spots to make the list — and one New Zealand eatery made the cut, too.

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    Iconic Kiwi Restaurant Chain Lone Star Has Opened Its First Hotel Restaurant

    You can order some of the restaurant's iconic dishes like Dixie Chicken, Lassoo of Hog and the Redneck Ribs directly to your room.

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    Nine Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Auckland

    You're never too old for this Easter hunt.

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    North Shore Eatery El Greco Has Been Crowned Auckland's Best BYO Spot by a Panel of Food Experts

    Feel like you're on a Mediterranean holiday at this family-owned Campbell's Bay spot, which took out the win for its Greek-Italian fare and great atmosphere.

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    Six of Auckland's Most Iconic BYO Venues (and What to Order Once You're There)

    Gather some friends and a bottle or two, and see what the city's BYO eateries still have to offer.

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    Eco-friendly Grocer GoodFor Is Now Doing Free Same-Day Delivery Around Auckland

    Fill your pantry with plastic-free staples and get started on those creative cooking projects while in self-isolation.

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