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    The Winning Dishes Have Been Announced for Wellington On a Plate 2018

    This year's program featured over 140 flavour-packed events, special dining menus, burgers and craft cocktails.

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    Five Top-Notch Restaurants to Plan Your Trip to the South Island Around

    Find your foodie mecca in Moeraki or your quintessential NZ meal in Queenstown.

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    Ten $10 CBD Lunches to Get You Through Until Pay Day

    Ten tasty Wellington lunch spots for those on a budget.

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    Eight of the Best Happy Hour Deals in Wellington

    Cheap and cheerful spots to spend your post-work hours of freedom.

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    A Weekender's Guide to Marlborough

    Head to New Zealand's sunniest region for wine tours by bike, first-rate cuisine and mussel cruising.

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    Twelve 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.

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    Food 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.

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    Six 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.

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    Where to Find the Best Ramen in Wellington

    Five bowls of piping hot noodles to get you through the colder months.

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    Belles Hot Chicken Is Popping Up in Wellington Next Month

    The fryers of "really fucking hot" chicken will be touching down for one night only.

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    Marlborough's Cloudy Bay Launches a New Foraging Experience

    Hunt, gather and fish for your dinner at the Marlborough vineyard.

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    La Bella Italia Has Been Named One of the Best Italian Restaurants in the World

    The pizzeria was one of three recognised in Australasia.

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    An 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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    Road to Beervana Has Dropped Its Full 2018 Program

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

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    Four of the Best Winter Bars in Wellington

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

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    Help 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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    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.

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    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.

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    Meet New Zealand's First At-Home Chocolate Tasting Course

    Become an expert in rare and small batch chocolate without even leaving the couch.

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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.

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    You 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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Where to Dine Solo in Wellington

    Five options for when you just need some alone time.

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    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.

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    The Five Best Indian Restaurants in Wellington

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

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    Six Picks for LUX Light Festival 2018

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

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    Ten 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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    New Zealand's Free Nutella Pop-Up Is Back

    Get neck deep in hazelnutty chocolate later this month.

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    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.

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    Melbourne 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).

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    The Five Best Doughnut Shops in Wellington

    Cream-filled, powdered, glazed — no matter how you like 'em, Wellington has a doughnut for all appetites.

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    We'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.

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    Food 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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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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