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NewsTen Summer Food Festivals Worth Travelling Around the Country For
Start planning a road trip to sample wild delicacies on the South Island's west coast, smashable wine in the sunny Hawke's Bay and all kinds of fried chicken in the capital.
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NewsAmok Is a New Modern Bistro and Wine Bar in Mount Victoria
The new opening specialises in hand-rolled pasta and dishes cooked on charcoal.
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NewsThis New Dining and Music Experience Is Being Held in a Twinkling Glowworm Cave
Listen to operatic classics in a stunning glowworm cathedral.
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NewsCassia Has Launched a Range of Sauces and Spice Blends for Home Cooks
The new range features three of the award-winning restaurant's signature sauces.
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NewsRosie's Red-Hot Is a Vibrant New Tex-Mex Taco Joint on Queens Wharf
This colourful new venue serves up everything from birria street tacos to corn dusted with Flaming Hot Cheetos.
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NewsEgmont Street Eatery Is Setting Up an Out-of-Town Satellite Restaurant for Summer
The Wellington favourite is extending its reach to Martinborough for the warmer months.
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GuideThe 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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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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NewsSeven Creative Cooking Projects to Tackle This Weekend
Hit the kitchen and try one of these culinary creations to pass your time in iso.
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GuideFive Wellington On a Plate Events You Can Check Out for Free This Weekend
Nab free samples at a local producer market, wrap your hands around really f***ing hot chicken, and take part in a food illustration workshop.
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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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GuideNew Wellington Openings You Should Visit This Month
From authentic Malaysian breakfast spots to cocktail hideaways and minimalist wine bars — here's what's fresh around the capital.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Tacos in Wellington
Whether you like them soft, crispy, plant-based or Tex-Mex — these tacos will go down a treat.
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NewsA Guide to Sustainable Restaurants in Wellington
Eat your heart out and save the planet at these eco-friendly restaurants.
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NewsTen Spicy Foods Every Hardcore Heat Lover in Wellington Should Try
Test your limits with chilli oil dumplings, a fiery off-menu curry and the hottest kebab in New Zealand.
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NewsThe Artisan Hub Is a New Service Delivering Boutique NZ Cheeses
The online store offers more than 30 specialty cheeses from across the country.
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NewsWellington's Bean-to-Bar Subscription Service Has Released a Boozy Chocolate Box
The small batch chocolate bars include one based on the combo of beer and salted nuts and another styled around the piña colada.
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NewsGarage Project Has Opened a New Wild Workshop Cellar Door in Te Aro
Enjoy tasting flights and bottle pours in the place that they were made.
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NewsYakiSoda Is a New Neighbourhood Cocktail Bar Influenced by Nikkei Culture
The pop-up throws together Peruvian street food and Japanese highballs.
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NewsTwenty Next-Level Burgers to Try at Wellington On a Plate 2020
More than 200 inventive burger and bun combinations make up this year's lineup — here are 20 worth checking out.
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NewsHamilton's Duck Island Ice Cream Has Opened a Scoop Shop in Wellington
You no longer need to commute 500 kilometres to sample some of the country's best ice cream.
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RestaurantAdvieh Restaurant and Bar
1 Queen Street, Auckland
This Middle Eastern casual restaurant is set to be a hotspot in Auckland's dining scene.
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RestaurantChaat Street
99 Victoria Street, Wellington
This former pop-up is now slinging delicious South Asian street food out of a permanent location.
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RestaurantLiberty Restaurant
227 Cuba Street, Wellington
Enjoy a leisurely brunch with friends or pop in for a light bite at the bar — this elegant and contemporary new addition to Cuba Street has it all.
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RestaurantBelén Vegan Bakery
Masons Lane, Wellington
Doughnuts, pies, croissants, cakes — and not one animal harmed in the process.
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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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Restaurant
Rosie'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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NewsPho-Mo Is a New Vietnamese-Style Lunch Spot on Dixon Street
Sit in for bánh mì and phở — or grab some beef rendang curry puffs to go.
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NewsThe Natural Confectionery Co Is Releasing a Vegan Version of Its Fruit-Flavoured Lollies
They're completely gelatine-free, and they'll be available in supermarkets from next week.
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Guide
Five Wellington On a Plate Events You Can Check Out for Free This Weekend
Nab free samples at a local producer market, wrap your hands around really f***ing hot chicken, and take part in a food illustration workshop.
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NewsLow 'n' Slow Food Truck Wilson Barbecue Has Put Down Permanent Roots in Johnsonville
The barbecue joint is serving up brisket cheeseburgers, loaded fries and smoked creme brûlée for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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GuideFifteen Mouthwatering Event Picks for Visa Wellington On a Plate 2020
Wolf down 20 courses in 220 minutes, head to a Snoop Dogg-themed hotdog pop-up and learn how to make dumplings using wild ingredients.
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NewsBest Ugly Has Opened Another Montreal-Style Bagel House in Wellington
Find it on the corner of Featherston and Panama Streets.
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EventKingdom of the Planet of the Apes
Thursday, May 9 - Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington
More than half a century after the first film, Hollywood's paws are still on this sci-fi franchise — and this is a thoughtful and engaging new instalment.
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EventBoy Kills World
Thursday, May 2 - Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington
Bill Skarsgård makes a mesmerising action star in this cartoonishly OTT revenge flick that's produced by iconic 'Evil Dead' filmmaker Sam Raimi.
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EventBack to Black
Thursday, May 2 - Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington
Amy Winehouse was anything but formulaic, but the same can't be said about this by-the-numbers biopic about the British singer.
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EventAhsin 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.
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NewsAsian-Inspired Eatery Hot Sauce Has Unveiled Its New Spring Menu
Head here for bulgogi beef burgers, kimchi loaded fries and two new boozy desserts.
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NewsWellington On a Plate Has Unveiled Its Massive 2020 Program
This year's edition will see more than 100 flavour-packed events, special dining menus, burgers and craft cocktails take over the capital.
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NewsThe Restaurant Association Is Calling on New Zealand's Government to Subsidise Meals for a Whole Month
If adopted, the 'Dine Out to Help Out' scheme will give diners 50 percent off their bill.
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NewsThe AWW Is Releasing a 40th Anniversary Edition of Its Beloved Children's Birthday Cake Book
Get nostalgic and find inspiration for your next at-home baking project.
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NewsThe UK Government Is Paying for Diners to Have Half-Price Meals at Restaurants for a Whole Month
It's hoped the scheme, called 'Eat Out to Help Out', will encourage residents to dine out and support struggling hospo businesses.
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NewsCult-Favourite US Chain Five Guys Is Bringing Its Burgers and Shakes to Australia and New Zealand
Starting with Sydney, it'll open at least 20 stores in Australia alone.
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NewsThis Auckland Food Truck Is Now Delivering One-Metre-Long French Sausages
The service delivers traditional chipolata, merguez and Toulouse sausages to your front door.
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News
Thorndon's Tinakori Bistro Has Been Reimagined As a Casual Neighbourhood Eatery
The white tablecloth French classics have been replaced with Kiwi comfort food.
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NewsHeinz Has Released a Recipe for Mayonnaise Ice Cream That Absolutely Nobody Asked For
The condiment company also has recipes for ketchup and barbecue sauce ice cream, if that's more your speed.
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NewsFlour and Gold Is Wellington's New Highbrow Neapolitan Pizza Delivery Service
You need to order at least two days in advance to enjoy this delivery-only pizza service.
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NewsUpper Hutt's Brewtown Is Opening a Huge New Craft Beer Entertainment Complex
Including a brand new five-lane ten pin bowling alley, trampoline park and a large indoor paintball field.
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NewsBOL Is a New Salad Bowl Concept From the Team Behind Hillside and The Ramen Shop
At this Victoria Street lunch spot you can take your pick from a selection of plant-based bowls or build your own frankencreation with popcorn and candied carrots.
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NewsWe're Giving Away a New Mouthwatering Collaboration from BurgerFuel and Al Brown
The Mustang Deli flips the classic reuben sandwich on its head.
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NewsA Multimillion-Dollar Wine and Gin Development Is Opening in Martinborough
Construction on the hospitality destination will begin later this year.
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NewsDirty Burger Has Opened a Second Outpost on Cuba Street
This no-nonsense burger joint serves up deliciously dirty creations and loaded fries.
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NewsNew 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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NewsSix Restaurants Where You Can Experience a Modern Interpretation of New Zealand Cuisine
Our food story doesn't end with pavlova, fish 'n' chips, and pineapple-flavoured lumps — head here for a taste of Aotearoa.
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NewsArnott's Has Released a Recipe for a Silky Cheesecake Made with Its Nice Biscuits
Turn the baking giant's sugar-coated bikkies into a creamy dessert.
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NewsArnott's Has Just Released a Supremely Decadent Recipe for Tim Tam Brownies
The baking giant is releasing a new recipe every week until Australia's social distancing restrictions are lifted.
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NewsEight Tasty Food Podcasts to Feast on During Isolation
From shows with quirky food history facts to sit-downs with some of hospitality industry greats.
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NewsThese Wellington Restaurants Are Offering New Takeaway and Delivery Options to Help You Eat Well at Home
Eateries across the city are adapting because of COVID-19, and are now offering deluxe ready-to-eat dinners, at-home yum cha and DIY meal kits.
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NewsThis Dockless E-Scooter Service Is Turning to Contactless Food Delivery
The service has had more than 50 hospitality operators sign up across the country.
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NewsDisney, McDonald's and IKEA Have Shared Their Secret Recipes with the World During COVID-19
Have a go at recreating IKEA's legendary meatballs, try whipping up a McMuffin or recreate Disney's Mickey Mouse-shaped beignets.
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NewsFive Food and Cooking Shows You Can Stream Right Now to Help Up Your Quarantine Kitchen Game
Whether you want to bake with Noel Fielding from 'The Mighty Boosh' or travel the world with David Chang, there's a show for you.
