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    Auckland Beer Week Has Dropped Its Full Lineup of Hop-Forward Events for 2020

    It features late-night tropical parties, roaming pub crawls and free tuk tuk rides.

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    The Mercury Plaza Is a New Refreshment Room and Community Space on Cross Street

    While it shares the same name as the beloved food court, this new space is based around art, coffee and counter food.

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    A Multimillion-Dollar Wine and Gin Development Is Opening in Martinborough

    Construction on the hospitality destination will begin later this year.

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    Auckland's Sprawling Billion-Dollar Retail and Hospitality Precinct Is Opening Next Week

    The billion-dollar development includes a laneway shopping experience and 120 food and beverage options across three floors.

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    New Dates Have Been Announced for Wellington On a Plate and Beervana

    Two of the country's biggest culinary events are back.

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    Hallertau Has Opened a New Tap House and Off-Licence Fillery Along K' Road

    It's serving the brewery's full 15-strong beer and cider lineup.

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    This Ponsonby Bar Is Now Serving Pre-Made Cocktail Mixers

    Take your isolation creations to the next level.

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    How to Make the Perfect Cocktails in Quarantine According to These Three Celebrities

    Learn how to shake up a cocktail worthy of Meryl Streep, Ina Garten and Stanley Tucci.

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    Whisky Loot Is the Boozy Subscription Service Bringing the Bar to You Every Month

    Elevate your liquor cabinet with top-notch scotch, single malts and new-world whiskies.

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    The Eight Best Bubble Tea Shops in Auckland

    From mega chains to locally owned hole-in-the-walls and all the cheese foam you could ask for.

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    An Aquatic-Themed Rosé Bar Has Been Announced for Auckland's Commercial Bay Development

    The New York-born bar is known for its small sharing plates and a self-serve rosé bathtub.

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    Five Spots to Enjoy Bottomless Boozy Brunch in Wellington

    Start your weekend with unlimited bubbly, beer, vino and cocktails, and ruin all regular brunches forever.

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    Cult Corner Is Eden Terrace's New Home of Natural and Lo-Fi Wines

    Find it inside Eden Terrace's specialist off-licence beer store.

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    The Six Best Bubble Tea Shops in Wellington

    From mega chains to locally owned hole-in-the-walls and all the cheese foam you could ask for.

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    Ten of the Best Food Courts in Auckland

    For when indecision threatens to get the better of you — these spots feature an assortment of mouthwatering choices.

  • News

    Michael and Belinda Van de Elzen Have Opened a Cooking School in Muriwai

    The 'farm to fork' cooking classes include picking and gathering produce to use in different dishes.

  • News

    Five Wellington Bars with Views for Days

    Slip into these Wellington bars and soak in the sights.

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    Hyderabad Hotel Is a New Pop-Up Bar From Garage Project and Satya Chai Lounge

    The Ponsonby pop-up is a homage to 1970s Indian hotel lobbies.

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    Five Valentine's Day Ideas That Aren't a Set Menu Dinner

    Lovely activities for couples, singles, friends and whānau.

  • News

    The Five Best Beaches for Learning How to Surf Around Wellington

    Whether you're a first timer or looking to brush up on the basics, these locations offer the perfect beginner-friendly conditions for surfing.

  • News

    Burger Liquor Has Opened a Pop-Up Eatery in Mount Victoria

    While the permanent location is being earthquake strengthened.

  • News

    The Beer Spot Has Opened a Third Freehouse in Morningside

    The owners hope to have 200 hundred taps dotted around five Auckland venues by 2020.

  • News

    The Hallertau Team Has Opened a Second Biergarten in Clevedon

    The new all-weather space can be found on the site of the old Clevedon Hotel & Pub.

  • News

    BrewDog Is Opening the World's First Alcohol-Free Craft Beer Bar

    It's the brewery's first bar of its kind, too — and all 15 of its taps will pour booze-free craft brews.

  • News

    Auckland Bars with Epic Views to Take Advantage of This Summer

    Soak in the sights, and the afternoon sun, while you sip a cocktail or two.

  • News

    Six Barrel Soda Has Opened a New Cellar Door in Wellington

    Head to Lukes Lane to taste craft sodas straight from the source.

  • News

    Upper Hutt's Boneface Brewing Company Now Has a Pizza Bus

    The converted bus is equipped with its own wood-fire oven and has a small selection of brews on tap.

  • News

    Where to Find $10 Cocktails in Auckland Every Day of the Week

    Whether it's Monday night or Sunday afternoon, here's where you can find cocktails for a tenner or less.

  • News

    Orleans and Racket Have Been Transformed Into a New After-Work Hotspot

    And inventive Indian eatery Royal G has been tasked with providing the sustenance for the venue.

  • News

    The Best Restaurants for Big Groups in Auckland

    These spots are large (and rowdy) enough to host all your mates for dinner.

  • News

    Thirteen Picks for Pizza in Wellington

    Our slice of advice to find the best pizza in the city.

  • News

    Takapuna's Food, Wine and Music Festival Will Return in 2020

    Jump the harbour next February for this celebration of local food, drink and tunes.

  • News

    We're Giving Away a Dining Experience for Two at Mexico

    The brand has unveiled a lively new menu for summer and Dia de los Muertos.

  • News

    Where to Celebrate a Milestone with a Long Lunch in Auckland

    Treat yourself with some extended daytime dining.

  • News

    A New Natural and Organic Wine Store Has Opened on Cuba Street

    With almost 200 different varieties in stock, this new opening boasts the largest range of natural wine in New Zealand.

  • News

    A Spring Recipe for The Sugar Club's Classic and Reserved Legent Manhattan

    The new bourbon style combines the best of east and west.

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