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NewsAn Ill-Conceived Range of 'Handmaid's Tale' Wines Was Announced and Then Immediately Scrapped
Not every pop culture hit needs merchandise — particularly a show delving into dark dystopian terrain.
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NewsRoad to Beervana Has Dropped Its Full 2018 Program
A ten-day celebration of all things New Zealand beer.
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NewsFour of the Best Winter Bars in Wellington
Cosy watering holes which will have you merry and defrosted in no time.
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NewsHelp Dogs in Need by Going for a Pint with Your Pooch
The proceeds of every pint will go to the SPCA.
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NewsThorndon Favourite Hillside Kitchen Is Going Totally Meatless
Taking a lettuce leaf out of Noma's book.
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NewsThis Roaming Tour Showcases Wellington's Best Cocktails
Indulge in at least four craft cocktails, some nibbles and a keg of knowledge about Wellington's bar scene.
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GuideThe 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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GuideThe 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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GuideThe Cosiest Wellington Bars to Warm Up in During Winter
Get out of the winter windchill and warm up with a bold red or spiced cocktail at one of these local haunts.
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GuideFive 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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GuideThe Seven Best Beer Gardens in Wellington
The finest spots to enjoy an outdoor brew in the capital.
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Guide21 Wellington Bars and Restaurants that are the Perfect First Date Spot
Just try to have a bad night in one of these dimly-lit corners.
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GuideThe Six Best Coffee Bars in Wellington
The quirkiest, most educational and all-round best coffee bars in Wellington.
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NewsChocolate Milk Was Not Enough, Whittaker's Is Now Making Chocolate Beer Too
Here's hoping the queues won't be as crazy for this one.
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NewsThe Five Best Craft Beer Bars in Wellington
Where to enjoy a cold one, a hoppy one and a sour one in New Zealand's craft beer capital.
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NewsTen Standout Wines to Get You Through the Colder Months
Seasonal drops that will make you so happy you might even forget it's cold outside.
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NewsWellington On a Plate Announces Huge Program for 2018
The country's largest culinary festival is bringing the party with viking-style feasts, burger battles and a five-course recreation of The Last Supper.
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RestaurantDonnie Taco
Hannah's Laneway, Wellington
A spicy new venture from the team who brought you Golding's and Leeds Street Bakery.
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RestaurantPoppies
91 Puruatanga Road, Martinborough
Fresh, seasonal platters and $10 wine tastings are on offer at this intimate and relaxed winery, just a short drive from Wellington.
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RestaurantDaisy's
328 Tinakori Road, Wellington
The white tablecloth French classics of Tinakori Bistro have been replaced with Kiwi comfort food.
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RestaurantRosie's Red-Hot Cantina & Taco Joint
4 Queens Wharf, Wellington
This colourful new venue serves up everything from birria street tacos to corn dusted with Flaming Hot Cheetos.
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RestaurantMaster Kong
33 Customhouse Quay, Wellington
The Wellington waterfront welcomes a massive Asian fusion restaurant.
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CafeThe Grocer's Shed
30 Reef Street, Island Bay
This tiny grab-and-go cafe can be found two minutes down the road from Island Bay beach.
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RestaurantWinner Winner
46 Courtenay Place, Wellington
This new chicken joint on Courtenay Place has plenty to peck at.
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RestaurantBottega
462 Adelaide Road, Wellington
This new bite-sized Italian deli comes from the brains behind Cicio Cacio Osteria.
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RestaurantMockingbird
8 Courtenay Place, Wellington
A buzzy new spot serving vegan burgers, bowls and light bites.
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NewsWhere to Find $10 Cocktails in Wellington Every Day of the Week
Whether it's Monday night or Sunday afternoon, here's where you can find cocktails for a tenner.
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NewsThe Five Best Indian Restaurants in Wellington
There's not much in life that a good curry can't fix.
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NewsSix Picks for LUX Light Festival 2018
Wellington's brightest experience of the year returns for ten days this week.
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NewsTen Must-Try Foodie Experiences in Wellington
Take yourself on a food trail to discover soul-warming pho, haloumi souvlaki and culture clash poutine.
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NewsNew Zealand's Free Nutella Pop-Up Is Back
Get neck deep in hazelnutty chocolate later this month.
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NewsThe Ten Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Wellington
Not strictly for those who don’t eat meat, these eateries will help even the carnivorous look towards the greener side of life.
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EventWorld of WearableArt
Thu, 17 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct 2026
TSB Arena, Wellington Central
A juggernaut of art, theatre and dance returns to Wellington for 18 inspired days.
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NewsEverybody Eats Is Raising Money to Launch New Zealand's First Pay-As-You-Feel Restaurant
Feed bellies not bins.
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NewsFood Rescue Service Kaibosh Finds a New Home in Wellington
The service has already supplied over 2.5 million meals to those in need.
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NewsThe Ten Best Hangover Brunch Spots in Wellington
If you're running on three hours' sleep and feeling the effects of a wild night, these brunch spots have got you covered.
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NewsBlack Dog Has Opened a New Brewery and Tap Room on Cuba Street
The dog has decided to settle back down into a comfy new spot on Cuba Street.
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NewsWe're Giving Away a Dining Voucher for Frida's Margaritas at Mexico
Ease into the colder months with brand new tacos, street snacks and margaritas.
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NewsTen Wellington Date Ideas That Aren't Dinner and a Movie
Tired of the classic movie and dinner date night combo? Wellington has a lot to offer any romantic endeavour.
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NewsWhere to Celebrate Your Birthday in Wellington (and Not Send Your Friends Broke)
Eight top picks to celebrate another year around the sun.
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NewsThe Five Best Fish and Chip Shops in Wellington
These chipperies tick all the boxes for a Friday night feed.
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NewsOxford University Is Launching Its Own Gin
It's the first-ever gin made for the university and bearing its name, and it's flavoured using plants from its botanic garden.
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NewsThe World's First Dog Tap House Has Opened In the US
Drink a few pints while finding your new pet pooch.
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NewsA New Craft Brewery and Bar Is Opening in the CBD
From the folks behind Ombra, Leuven, Avida, and The Featherston.
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NewsWhere To Eat When You're Saving But Don't Feel Like Another Meal At Home
Places for a weeknight feed that won't blow the budget.
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NewsA Laneway-Style Dining Experience Is Opening on Willis Street
The around-the-world dining experience is set to open early 2018.
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NewsKFC Cocktails Are the New Thing for People Who Like to Drink Their Gravy
The fast food chain's designed three gravy-infused cocktail recipes for fans to recreate at home, for some reason.
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NewsTen Refreshing Cocktails to Try Before the End of Summer
Get slurpin' on these ice-cool — and sometimes brutally strong — summer concoctions.
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NewsEight Standout Wines to Try Before the End of Summer
Light, electric and refreshing — here's what to drink when it's scorching this summer.
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NewsThis Californian Winery Has Created a Marijuana-Infused Sav Blanc
Rebel Coast's THC-infused wine will be on the market as soon as California legalises recreational cannabis use on January 1.
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NewsThe Five Best Spots for a Boozy Brunch in Wellington
Swap your muesli for a mimosa, your coffee pot for flutes of Champagne, and ruin all regular brunches forever more.
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NewsOver a Dozen Standout Craft Beers to Try Before The End of Summer
Bypass the flavourless bubble water and stock your cooler with these hopped-up beauties.
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NewsMexico Launches an Express Lunch Degustación for Summer
Round up the amigos for three cheap and cheerful courses.
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NewsThis Singapore Bar Has Created a Cocktail Menu You Can Eat
The edible list uses different flavoured gummy bears to help you choose your perfect cocktail.
