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Flavours of the South: The Best Dining Experiences in the Lower South Island

The lower South Island offers unforgettable dining, from award-winning restaurants to unknown gems showcasing local produce, seafood & stunning views....

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Teppanyaki Restaurant Kureta A Stunning New Arrival On Auckland’s Fine-Dining Scene

Kureta is redefining teppanyaki for Kiwis with an intimate and sophisticated new dining experience.

Sensorial, Immersive Pop-Up Dining Experience Returns To Regent Phu Quoc

Experience a surprising sensorial adventure with Regent Phu Quoc’s Taste Studio.

Restaurants Scouted As Michelin Stars To Be Awarded In New Zealand For First Time

The famed Michelin stars for exceptional dining are to be awarded in Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time. The Michelin Guide will launch in the country in mid-2026, it was announced today.

Rick Stein’s Coogee Restaurant Now Taking Bookings Ahead of December 1 Opening

Legendary chef, TV personality and cookbook author Rick Stein has revealed the launch date for his new Sydney restaurant.

Auckland’s Can’t-Miss Culinary Collaboration To Mark World Pasta Day

Two top chefs are entering the kitchen together for one night only, in the name of great pasta.

Chef Maia Atvars Shares His Favourite Spots And Spring Dishes

What’s on the menu for Queens Rooftop chef Maia Atvars and where he eats when he’s off duty.

Who Will Be NZ’s Master Of Mousse? Chefs Battle For Chocolate Title

A new culinary competition invites chefs to reinvent chocolate mousse.

COMO Hotels to Open New Ultra-Luxe Property in Melbourne

Australia is to gain its second COMO hotel as the global luxury hotel group announces it is opening in Melbourne.

Bar Ziti Is Britomart’s New Easy-Going, Italian-Inspired Eatery

In that endless debate about where to meet and what to eat, Italian food is always a winner.

New Blenheim Food And Wine-Tasting Hub Brings Together Best Of Marlborough

Visitors can sample the offerings of more than 50 local wineries and food producers under one roof.

St Heliers Welcomes Stylish New Beachside Pub

Water Boy is the affectionate name for a sports team runner, but it takes on a new life as the moniker for a just-opened pub in Auckland’s St Heliers.

Italy To Host Tiramisu World Cup

Italy will host a Tiramisu World Cup this October in Treviso, the dessert’s birthplace.

Why Top Chef Josh Emett Is Serving Champagne With Carrots

Josh Emett is putting his famed culinary creativity to the test in October and you’re invited to pull up a seat.

Get Ready For Negroni Week 2025: Where To Sip The Best Versions

Cin cin! Negroni Week is a celebration of the bold and beloved cocktail that remains an enduring favourite.

A Whole Festival Dedicated To Burrata Is On Its Way

Say Cheese! If you love this decadent and delicious Italian Cheese, you’ll want to keep this date free.

Auckland’s Best Private Dining Spaces For An Elegant Celebration

The indulgence of having everything catered to, in a space that feels personal and private.

Sunshine And Golden Hour Views: Auckland’s Best Rooftop And Terrace Bars

Going up! What better way to enjoy longer daylight hours and sparkling city lights.

Carb Heaven? Where To Find Auckland’s Best Sweet Bakery Treats

We don’t know about you, but we’d happily forgo many other edible delights for a flaky, buttery pastry.

Restoration Inspired By Claridge’s Gives Cambridge Hotel Luxury Makeover

The Waikato town’s original hotel has undergone an extensive refit, emerging as luxury boutique accommodation.

Auckland Restaurant Month Offers Creative Dining and Mouth-Watering Delights

Auckland Restaurant Month returns this August, with over 100 special menus and delicious events.

Best New Establishment and Top Chef Honoured in Auckland Hospitality Awards

The annual Lewisham Awards recognise the talent and hard work of those transforming Auckland’s hospitality scene.

Celebrity Chef Rick Stein To Open New Restaurant At Coogee Beach In Sydney

Legendary chef, TV personality and cookbook author Rick Stein has revealed the upcoming launch of a new Sydney restaurant.

Top Chef Sean Connolly Celebrates “Casually Chaotic Social Dining” With New Queenstown Opening

Connolly says his new Queenstown establishment celebrates “damn good food, and the simple joy of gathering around a table.”

Wine Lovers Delight In Upmarket New Destination in Auckland

Normanby Fine Wine & Spirits is a new approach to wine retail and enjoyment, curated by an industry expert.

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