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Now Open: A New Cocktail Bar and Restaurant Duo Has Landed at the Grand Millennium Hotel
The dining duo are just a hop, skip and a jump away from Auckland's best theatres.
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Wellington Unplugged: Your Weekend Guide to Jim Beam Homegrown Festival, Feasting and Fun
If you're heading to Kiwi's favourite live music party, this is one guide you should bookmark.
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The Votes Are In: These Are the Top 50 Gastropubs in New Zealand According to Pint-Loving Kiwis
From classic 100-year-old pubs to unique local joints, there's a gastropub to fit everyone on this list.
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Now Open: Sip Elemental Distillers' Award-Winning Spirits at Its New Tasting Room, The Gin Shack
Just outside of Blenheim's main drag, you'll find the Gin Shack — serving up the World's Best London Dry Gin for 2023.
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Voting for New Zealand's Top 50 Gastropubs Is Now Open — Here's How to Vote for Your Favourite
The list will be determined by the people who know gastropubs best: all us pub-going New Zealanders.
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New Zealand's Coromandel Distilling Co Has Taken Out Five Gold Medals at the 2024 World Gin Awards
The microdistillery took home the gold medal in all five categories that its award-winning gin was entered in.
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Calling All Vino Lovers: Hawke's Bay Food and Wine Classic Has Announced Its 2024 Program
The recently appointed Great Wine Capital is eager to show why it is considered the best of the best.
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Coming Soon: SkyCity's Famous Steak Restaurant The Grill Is Making a Triumphant Return
The Grill is back and ready to reclaim its title as one of the best places to get a steak in Auckland.
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The First-Ever Top 50 New Zealand Gastropub Awards Will Reward Aotearoa's Best Places for a Bite with a Pint
The list will be determined by the people who know gastropubs best: New Zealanders.
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Norma Taps Has Opened at City Works Depot, Providing the Perfect Place for After-Work Drinks
Norma Taps may be a pop–up, but you've got 12 months to try out all of its boutique cocktails, Italian eats and local beers.
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The Runholder Is Martinborough's New Three-in-One Hub with an On-Site Distillery, Wine Tastings and a Restaurant
Add this exciting new Martinborough venue to your summer hit list.
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Heineken Has Launched a New Beer — and It's Using Science to Decide If You Like It More Than the Original
Heineken is taking away the tricky decision of which beer to drink, and using science to determine the answer.
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Cheers: Pals Is Adding Two Types of Margarita and a Gin Citrus Twist to Its Canned Cocktail Range
Surprise! Three new drinks have been added to the Pals' family — and this time, they involve tequila.
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The Hospitality Masterminds Behind Caretaker and Deadshot Have Launched Rocketman — A Bar for Those Looking for Escapism
Have a glass or three of Giggle Juice then sing your heart out in Ms Kitty's Parlour.
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Now Open: Gallery Lounge Is QT Wellington's New Gin Bar with Art, Build-Your-Own Drinks and Live Music
This opulent space brings together art and gin on the hotel's ground floor — and it does a daily martini hour.
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There's Another Pal in Town: The Beige One Is the NZ Beverage Brand's Summery New Guava and Lime Sip
No longer an April Fool's gag, this new RTD tones down the packaging but doesn't skimp on flavour.
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Help the Ocean by Drinking Vino: Eco-Conscious Wine Label The Hidden Sea Has Launched in New Zealand
Here's how you can help save the environment by drinking one bottle of wine at a time.
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Auckland's Hidden Cellar Door Somm Is Inviting Wine Lovers to Be Its Guest in Residence
Pinot noir fans, this one is for you — including wine flights and vino matched with a set menu.
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Wellington On a Plate Is Returning This August with 17 Burger- and Beer-Filled Days
This year's festival is dedicated entirely to burgers and beers — with a two-day beer fest hitting Sky Stadium and a burger featuring a half-dozen battered oysters.
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The Best Chinese Restaurants in Wellington for 2024
Head to these authentic Chinese spots for wonton noodle soup, fried dumplings and juicy pork buns.
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Nine Culinary Experiences to Book on Your European Summer Holiday
Eat and drink your way through Europe this summer with help from the local experts.
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The Top 50 Bars in Asia for 2023 Were Just Unveiled So Add These to Your Wish List
From Taipei to Tokyo, here are the continent's best boozers to bookmark for your next getaway.
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New Zealand's Rippon Winery Was Just Named the 11th Best Vineyard in the World for 2023
The Central Otago winery was also named the best vineyard in Australasia, beating out winemakers from across the ditch.
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Four Pillars and QT Hotels Have Teamed Up on a Limited-Edition Wild Fennel, Sage and Vetiver Gin
Just like their first collaboration in 2021, you'll only be able to drink this drop at the hotel chain's bars — or you can order a bottle for your liquor cabinet.
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Hawke's Bay Has Just Been Named the 12th Great Wine Capital of the World
If you've always thought that the New Zealand region produces top drops, you're right — and now if has an official tick of approval.
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There's a New Gin in Town Which All Started Because of a Film Set Friendship
Papa Salt Coastal Gin is a new addition to the premium Australian gin category with a very recognisable Australian among the group of founders.
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The Krondorf Wines 2023 Collection Will Have You Sipping the Luxury and Tradition of the Barossa
Experience the bold, beautiful red wines that are a true expression of the Barossa.
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From Hawker Centres to Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Here's Your Ultimate Singapore Food (And Drinks) Guide
If you're a true blue foodie, you should seriously consider getting over to Singapore.
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Embark on a One-of-a-Kind Foodie Holiday Around Singapore
We went on this trip with Chef Nelly Robinson and can't wait for you to experience it for yourselves.
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Auckland's Best Boutique Bottle Shops for 2024
The country's only dedicated whisky shop, a fill-your-own growler station and a lavish space with more than 400 bottles to choose from.
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Six Spots to Enjoy Bottomless Boozy Brunch in Auckland for 2024
Start your weekend with unlimited bubbly, beer, vino and cocktails (and ruin all regular brunches forever).
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The Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Auckland for 2024
Load up on caffeine, tap into the wifi and work your magic in one of these laptop-friendly cafes.
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Where to Find the Best Burgers in Auckland for 2024
From suburban takeaway joints to late-night food trucks, here are eleven spots where you can find quality burgers in Auckland.
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The Best Things to Do in Wellington This Week
Spot native creatures on a twilight stroll through an eco-sanctuary, or treat yourself to one of this Cuba Street eatery’s famed midweek gnocchi feasts.
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The Best Things to Do in Auckland This Week
Sink your teeth into a bottomless afternoon tea spread, or check out Karangahape Road’s huge anti-Valentine’s Day festivities.
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The Best Things to Do in Wellington This Weekend
Stroll through Zealandia at sunset, then check out the adorable origami sculptures outside Te Papa.
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The Best Things to Do in Auckland This Weekend
Scoff bottomless burgers in Takapuna, catch the candlelight orchestra or support Cassia's post-flood pop-up.
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Cassia's Had to Shut Due to Flood Damage (Again) — But Has Launched a New Dining Pop-Up Across Town
It's the second time the modern Indian eatery has been forced close due to flooding in less than nine months.
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Supreme Is Releasing a Range of Canned Iced Coffee So You Can Stay Caffeinated on the Run
The three new flavours are ready to be packed into gym bags, picnic baskets and chilly bins this summer.
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Auckland Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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Five Scenic Spots to Watch the Sun Go Down in Auckland
Head to one of these scenic spots when the forecast promises clear skies and dreamy colours.