-
NewsEight of the Best Happy Hour Deals in Wellington
Cheap and cheerful spots to spend your post-work hours of freedom.
-
NewsA Weekender's Guide to Marlborough
Head to New Zealand's sunniest region for wine tours by bike, first-rate cuisine and mussel cruising.
-
GuideTwelve Picks for Wellington On a Plate 2018
The tastiest festival in Wellington returns with dumpling workshops, a recreation of The Last Supper and a contemporary take on the hāngi.
-
NewsFood Artists Bompas & Parr Have Invented Non-Melting Icy Poles
They "last immeasurably longer than conventional ice lollies", and if they prove a hit, the London-based outfit will look at rolling out the desserts in supermarkets.
-
GuideSix Hop-Filled Picks for Road to Beervana 2018
Warm up for the main event with beer yoga, five courses of bacon and a midwinter beach party.
-
NewsWhere to Find the Best Ramen in Wellington
Five bowls of piping hot noodles to get you through the colder months.
-
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.
-
GuideThe Best Things to Do in Wellington This Weekend
Stroll through Zealandia at sunset, then check out the adorable origami sculptures outside Te Papa.
-
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.
-
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.
-
-
-
GuideThe Seven Best Beer Gardens in Wellington
The finest spots to enjoy an outdoor brew in the capital.
-
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.
-
GuideThe Six Best Coffee Bars in Wellington
The quirkiest, most educational and all-round best coffee bars in Wellington.
-
NewsBelles Hot Chicken Is Popping Up in Wellington Next Month
The fryers of "really fucking hot" chicken will be touching down for one night only.
-
NewsMarlborough's Cloudy Bay Launches a New Foraging Experience
Hunt, gather and fish for your dinner at the Marlborough vineyard.
-
NewsLa Bella Italia Has Been Named One of the Best Italian Restaurants in the World
The pizzeria was one of three recognised in Australasia.
-
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.
-
NewsRoad to Beervana Has Dropped Its Full 2018 Program
A ten-day celebration of all things New Zealand beer.
-
NewsFour of the Best Winter Bars in Wellington
Cosy watering holes which will have you merry and defrosted in no time.
-
RestaurantDonnie Taco
Hannah's Laneway, Wellington
A spicy new venture from the team who brought you Golding's and Leeds Street Bakery.
-
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.
-
RestaurantDaisy's
328 Tinakori Road, Wellington
The white tablecloth French classics of Tinakori Bistro have been replaced with Kiwi comfort food.
-
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.
-
RestaurantMaster Kong
33 Customhouse Quay, Wellington
The Wellington waterfront welcomes a massive Asian fusion restaurant.
-
RestaurantThe 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.
-
RestaurantWinner Winner
46 Courtenay Place, Wellington
This new chicken joint on Courtenay Place has plenty to peck at.
-
RestaurantBottega
462 Adelaide Road, Wellington
This new bite-sized Italian deli comes from the brains behind Cicio Cacio Osteria.
-
RestaurantZelati Dessert Cafe
Left Bank, Wellington
Indulge your sweet tooth at this new dessert cafe.
-
RestaurantMockingbird
8 Courtenay Place, Wellington
A buzzy new spot serving vegan burgers, bowls and light bites.
-
NewsHelp Dogs in Need by Going for a Pint with Your Pooch
The proceeds of every pint will go to the SPCA.
-
NewsThorndon Favourite Hillside Kitchen Is Going Totally Meatless
Taking a lettuce leaf out of Noma's book.
-
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.
-
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.
-
NewsMeet New Zealand's First At-Home Chocolate Tasting Course
Become an expert in rare and small batch chocolate without even leaving the couch.
-
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.
-
NewsYou Can Eat Chocolate for a Good Cause Thanks to the Nikau Foundation
Funds raised from the Wellington Resilience Chocolate Bar will help ensure the community is equipped post-crisis.
-
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.
-
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.
-
-
-
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.
-
NewsThe Five Best Indian Restaurants in Wellington
There's not much in life that a good curry can't fix.
-
NewsSix Picks for LUX Light Festival 2018
Wellington's brightest experience of the year returns for ten days this week.
-
NewsTen Must-Try Foodie Experiences in Wellington
Take yourself on a food trail to discover soul-warming pho, haloumi souvlaki and culture clash poutine.
-
NewsNew Zealand's Free Nutella Pop-Up Is Back
Get neck deep in hazelnutty chocolate later this month.
-
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.
-
NewsEverybody Eats Is Raising Money to Launch New Zealand's First Pay-As-You-Feel Restaurant
Feed bellies not bins.
-
NewsMelbourne Has Just Gone All In on Millennial Culture with a Smashed Avo and Music 'Festival'
Yes, this is a real thing. And yes, there will be avo on toast (as well as avocado cocktails, performance artists and a local music lineup).
-
NewsThe Five Best Doughnut Shops in Wellington
Cream-filled, powdered, glazed — no matter how you like 'em, Wellington has a doughnut for all appetites.
-
NewsWe're Giving Away Brunch for Two at Sofitel Wellington's Jardin Grill
Chef Roy continues his commitment to using the freshest and most ethical ingredients.
-
NewsFood Rescue Service Kaibosh Finds a New Home in Wellington
The service has already supplied over 2.5 million meals to those in need.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
NewsWhere to Celebrate Your Birthday in Wellington (and Not Send Your Friends Broke)
Eight top picks to celebrate another year around the sun.
-
NewsThe Five Best Fish and Chip Shops in Wellington
These chipperies tick all the boxes for a Friday night feed.
-
-
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.
