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    Coming Soon: 269 Is a Vibrant Latin American and European Market That's Not Just Open on Weekends

    269 is a permanent market bringing food and fun to Auckland's Parnell Village.

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    Chocstock Is Back For 2024 — and the Founders Want You to Know That Chocolate Isn't Just For Kids

    After a sweet success in 2021, 30 craft chocolate makers will be showing off their skills on Wellington's waterfront this June.

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    Save the Date: US Favourite Popeyes Fried Chicken Is Touching Down in Auckland This April

    Calling all fried chicken lovers: It's been a long time coming, but Popeyes is finally moving in to Aotearoa.

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    Krispy Kreme Is Giving Swifties (and Everyone) a Free Doughnut Today If You Head in Wearing Friendship Bracelets

    Whether you're lucky enough to be seeing the 'Eras' tour or not, you'll find some happiness in the form of free doughnuts.

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    Now Open: Advieh Is Auckland's New Go-To Eatery for Middle Eastern Food with a Twist

    Located in downtown Auckland with stunning views of Waitematā Harbour, Advieh is sure to become a dining hotspot.

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    Now Open: Rosella Is Mount Victoria's Newest Neighbourhood Wine Bar

    The windy suburb has a brand new neighbourhood eatery serving up a bold fusion of flavours and European tipples.

Latest Guides
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    Whittaker's Is Releasing a Limited-Edition Easter Chocolate Inspired by the Humble Hot Cross Bun

    You've heard of a chocolate hot cross bun, but what about a hot cross bun in chocolate form?

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Restaurants in Auckland

    From a famously fabulous modern Indian eatery to an Italian-inspired nook on K' Road — these are the Auckland restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

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    Fish 'n' Chips and Cheese Platters: Rush Munro's Four New Flavours Turn Kiwi Summer Staples Into Ice Creams

    Have you ever wanted to eat an ice cream that tastes like a cheese platter? Here's your chance.

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    Here's What's Open in Wellington for Christmas Day Eats and Drinks in 2023

    Spend Christmas enjoying delicious food with friends and family, and leave the clean-up to someone else.

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    Now Open: Ayrburn Is Arrowtown's New Food and Wine Paradise That's Five Venues in One (Plus More to Come)

    The once-successful sheep farm has been restored and turned into a new venue, ready for locals and tourists to enjoy all summer.

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    Coming Soon: Aryeh Is Piha's New 89-Seater Beachside Eatery From Chef Lucas Parkinson

    This restaurant is a welcome addition to the seaside town, opening its doors on Saturday, December 2 just in time for summer.

Latest Places
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    Whittaker's Is Releasing a Super-Festive Limited-Edition Candy Cane Block for Christmas

    Warning: this Christmas-themed, crunchy chocolate may cause you to drool.

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    Important Dessert Alert: Krispy Kreme Is Finally Slinging Its Vegan-Friendly Doughnuts Down Under

    The new apple custard crumble flavour is here to stay — and you can tuck into a limited-edition fudge brownie variety until early December.

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    McDonald's Is Giving Away One Million Chicken Nuggets Across New Zealand for One Day Only

    If you like your fast food cheap, a different deal will land every day throughout November.

  • News

    Proper Crisps Has Made a Big Change to One Key Ingredient Thanks to Our Mates Across the Ditch

    Following widespread damage to kūmara crops across Aotearoa, Proper Crisps is temporarily switching to sweet potato.

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    Krispy Kreme Will Give You a Free Doughnut If You Head to One of Its Stores in Costume on Halloween

    What's better than sweet glazed doughnuts? Free sweet glazed doughnuts for getting spooky.

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    DoorDash Is Teaming Up with Local Restaurants to Deliver Top-Secret Eats Across New Zealand

    The food delivery app is collaborating with eateries from all over Aotearoa to bring cheap but exclusive eats to New Zealanders.

Latest Events
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    Ahsin Ahsin: Turbo Croc 2.0

    Saturday, February 3 - Sunday, May 19, 2024

    City Gallery Wellington, Wellington

    Prepare to step into an alternative world at this mind-bending exhibition.

  • Event

    How to Have Sex

    Thursday, March 7 - Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington

    Following three 16-year-old girls to Crete to celebrate finishing high school, this Cannes award-winning, BAFTA-nominated film is unforgettable.

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    Flora and Fizz at QT Wellington

    Saturday, February 10 - Sunday, May 5, 2024

    QT Wellington, Wellington

    Indulge in Perrier-Jouët's best drops at QT Wellington's Gallery Lounge.

  • Event

    Dune: Part Two

    Thursday, February 29 - Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington

    Featuring commanding performances by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler, Denis Villeneuve's soaring sequel to his 2021 Oscar-winner is another stunning big-screen achievement.

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    Love Lies Bleeding

    Thursday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024

    Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington

    Kristen Stewart plunges into a wild 80s-set tale of love, lust, blood and violence in the latest standout from 'Saint Maud' filmmaker Rose Glass.

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    Coming Soon: TALA Is New Zealand's First-Ever Restaurant Dedicated to Modern Samoan Cuisine

    This newcomer is set to fill a gaping hole in Auckland's food offerings, serving up traditional dishes with a modern twist.

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    One80's Goan Chicken Ros Pao Has Taken Out Wellington On a Plate's Best Burger for 2023

    Spicy chicken curry and chickpea gravy might not grace your traditional cheese burger — but the Goan Chicken Ros Pao is here to convince you that it should.

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    Krispy Kreme Has Brought Back Its Doughnut-Inspired Dog Biscuits for Very Good Boys and Girls

    Available in six flavours, the chain's doggie doughnuts have returned to celebrate International Dog Day.

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    The Wait Is Over: Nelson Street Restaurant East Is Launching Auckland's First All-Vegan Yum Cha

    For the first time ever, vegans won't have to miss out on the yum cha fun, with three-hour sittings running every Sunday from September.

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    The Five Best Spots for Yum Cha in Wellington

    From trays of classic dim sum to roast duck and egg tarts — here's where to experience the city's best Cantonese brunches.

  • News

    Ex-'My Kitchen Rules' Host Gareth Stewart Is InterContinental Auckland's Offical Partner Chef

    The luxury hotel, due for completion in late 2023, is partnering with the renowned chef to create its new signature restaurant.

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    Duck Island and The Avo Tree Are Teaming Up on a Limited-Edition Avocado Rice Bubble Ice Cream

    Forget avocado on toast — it's avocado ice cream's time to shine.

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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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    Snoop Dogg Is Dropping His Second Cookbook 'Goon with the Spoon' This Spring

    This time, the hip hop icon is teaming up with fellow rapper E-40 on a collection of 65-plus recipes.

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    'Chef's Table' Alum Ana Roš From Two Michelin-Starred Hiša Franko Headlines Dark Mofo's 2023 Winter Feast

    The Slovenian chef will be joined by The Agrarian Kitchen's Stephen Peak and Rodney Dunn, cooking up fare inspired by her homeland but made with Tasmania's top seasonal produce.

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    The Best Ice Cream and Gelato Joints in Wellington for 2024

    Whether you're a cup, cone or strictly chocolate-only type of person, these ice cream scoopers will have something for you.

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    Where to Find the Best Fried Chicken in Wellington for 2024

    Make no bones about it, this is the good stuff.

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    Two's Ordinary, Three's Not a Crowd at QT's Throuples-Friendly Valentine's Day Dinners Around Australia

    Book a romantic getaway for three over the ditch and you'll score free oysters at most QT hotels around Australia — or you might win an all-expenses-paid sleepover.

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    Duck Island Has Teamed Up With Micro-Bakery Mor to Create a Delicious Almond Croissant Ice Cream

    Thought nothing could beat your morning almond croissant and coffee combo? Think again.

  • News

    Suburban Bakery Little French Cafe Just Got a Shout Out in 'The New York Times' for its Pastries

    With two spots, one in Mount Albert and one in Point Chevalier, Little French Cafe was praised for having pastries that "rival Paris' best".

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    René Redzepi's Acclaimed Noma Is Closing in 2024 to Become a Food Laboratory From 2025

    Goodbye Noma 2.0, hello Noma 3.0, with the globally renowned Copenhagen restaurant set to turn into a test kitchen in its latest reinvention.

  • News

    It Looks Like Some of Our Favourite Auckland Bars Are Being Sold — So Their Future Is Uncertain

    Come February, you might be forced to pour one out for Danny Doolan's.

  • News

    Ben Bayly Has Turned Queenstown's Heritage Bathhouse Building Into a Nostalgic Brit-Themed Eatery

    With a fresh fitout and menu dedicated to revamped British classics, the Bathhouse is yet another feather in Bayly's Queenstown cap.

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    Lone Star Has Created a Festive Feast of Its All-Time Faves for People Who Hate Christmas Food

    Catch us pulling crackers while eating Dixie Chicken and a big old plate of Redneck Ribs this festive season.

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    New Zealand's Top Cheese Stores for 2022 Have Just Been Crowned

    Eighteen un-brie-lievable dairy-filled shops have been crowned the country's finest.

  • News

    From Breakfast to Dinner: Our Eight Favourite Spots to Dine in Parnell This Summer

    Parnell is all about plating the obvious (and delicious) so use this cheatsheet to avoid any decision-making qualms.

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    A New Chic (and Very Pink) Duck Island Ice Cream Store Has Just Opened in Takapuna

    The new beachside boutique has the brand's signature look and outlandish ice cream flavours on offer — but at this one, "sandy feet are welcome".

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