• News

    Road to Beervana Has Dropped Its Full 2018 Program

    A ten-day celebration of all things New Zealand beer.

  • News

    Four of the Best Winter Bars in Wellington

    Cosy watering holes which will have you merry and defrosted in no time.

  • News

    Help Dogs in Need by Going for a Pint with Your Pooch

    The proceeds of every pint will go to the SPCA.

  • News

    This 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.

  • News

    Chocolate 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.

Latest Guides
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    The 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.

  • News

    Ten 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.

  • News

    Wellington 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.

  • News

    Where to Dine Solo in Wellington

    Five options for when you just need some alone time.

  • News

    Where 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.

Latest Places
  • Restaurant

    House of Dumplings

    117 Taranaki Street, Wellington

    You will have your dumpling and eat it too.

  • Bar

    Southern Cross

    39 Abel Smith Street, Te Aro

    The bar's ridiculously ‘gram-able courtyard is the perfect summer afternoon spot to sip on a cold one.

  • Bar

    St John’s

    5 Cable Street, Wellington

    Bean bags with your beersies? Yeah, go on.

  • Cafe

    Baobab

    152 Riddiford St, Newtown

    A Newtown cultural institution.

  • Restaurant

    Ekim Burgers

    257 Cuba St, Te Aro

    The best homemade burgers that you can’t actually make at home.

  • Cafe

    Enigma

    128 Courtenay Place, Te Aro

    Goliath-sized burgers and laid-back staff make Enigma a great late night haunt.

  • Bar

    Bebemos

    88 Riddiford Street, Wellington

    The laid-back Latin craft beer bar houses over 60 different types of beers.

  • Cafe

    Fidel’s Cafe

    234 Cuba Street, Wellington

    Cuba Street's Cuban icon.

  • Cafe

    Sweet Mother's Kitchen

    5 Courtenay Place, Wellington

    New Orleans staples fused with Mexican snack food.

  • Restaurant

    Tommy Millions

    Cnr Courtenay Place And Taranaki Street, Wellington

    Big fans of Tommy.

  • News

    The Five Best Indian Restaurants in Wellington

    There's not much in life that a good curry can't fix.

  • News

    Six Picks for LUX Light Festival 2018

    Wellington's brightest experience of the year returns for ten days this week.

  • News

    Ten Must-Try Foodie Experiences in Wellington

    Take yourself on a food trail to discover soul-warming pho, haloumi souvlaki and culture clash poutine.

  • News

    New Zealand's Free Nutella Pop-Up Is Back

    Get neck deep in hazelnutty chocolate later this month.

  • News

    The 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.

  • News

    Food Rescue Service Kaibosh Finds a New Home in Wellington

    The service has already supplied over 2.5 million meals to those in need.

  • News

    The 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.

  • News

    Black 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.

  • News

    We'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.

  • News

    Ten 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.

  • News

    Where to Celebrate Your Birthday in Wellington (and Not Send Your Friends Broke)

    Eight top picks to celebrate another year around the sun.

  • News

    The Five Best Fish and Chip Shops in Wellington

    These chipperies tick all the boxes for a Friday night feed.

  • News

    Oxford 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.

  • News

    The World's First Dog Tap House Has Opened In the US

    Drink a few pints while finding your new pet pooch.

  • News

    A New Craft Brewery and Bar Is Opening in the CBD

    From the folks behind Ombra, Leuven, Avida, and The Featherston.

  • News

    Where 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.

  • News

    A Laneway-Style Dining Experience Is Opening on Willis Street

    The around-the-world dining experience is set to open early 2018.

  • News

    A Huge French Festival Is Coming to Wellington

    Three days of Champagne, cheese and croissants.

  • News

    KFC 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.

  • News

    Ten Refreshing Cocktails to Try Before the End of Summer

    Get slurpin' on these ice-cool — and sometimes brutally strong — summer concoctions.

  • News

    Eight Standout Wines to Try Before the End of Summer

    Light, electric and refreshing — here's what to drink when it's scorching this summer.

  • News

    This 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.

  • News

    The 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.

  • News

    Over 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.

  • News

    Mexico Launches an Express Lunch Degustación for Summer

    Round up the amigos for three cheap and cheerful courses.

  • News

    This 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.

  • News

    A Cat Adoption Cafe Has Landed in Wellington

    Have your coffee and your cat to go.

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