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Christchurch. Excellent and appealing menu with creative twists on some of the classics, made with fine ingredients…

Hamilton. With both the food and the atmosphere being the antithesis of pretentious, Mr Pickles somehow defies…

Christchurch. Ocean-themed sophisticated bistro and bar serving delectable, sustainable seafood and exceptionally…

Auckland. At Gochu you will taste more than just an introduction to the Korean classics. Expect the unexpected set…

Tauranga. This is a kitchen clearly not afraid to mix it up, using their skills in baking, dry ageing and foraging to…

Auckland. Nestled in the heart of the eclectic Kingsland dining precinct, the restaurant is about as far as you can get…

Wellington. Recently opened by Yu Group in the building that formerly housed The Bresolin, Cinderella offers…

Napier. P&S creates classical French dishes in a humble cottage setting, in one of the so-called Six Sisters along…

Auckland. The kitchen serves well-conceived dishes that range from some spectacular snacks through to an impressive…

Auckland. This elegant city oasis literally sparkles, its stunning chandelier shimmering like the scales of the mighty…

Auckland. This is a dining experience no serious gourmand should miss. Mr Morris more than meets expectations: it…

Christchurch. Remarkable wine bar and tasting room boasting an impressively extensive wine list, located in the…

Wellington. Lively cross-cultural innovation from a trans-Tasman couple.

Wellington. A renowned fine-dining chef adds a touch of refinement to gastropub fare.

A friendly and cosy urban izakaya serving Japanese food with a twist.

Havelock North. Gourmet food and wines from a high-end winery, served in a diner.

Japanese influences in an on-point neighbourhood spot that is one of Dominion Road’s finest.

Somewhere stylishly grand and sophisticated to while away a few hours. Start with cocktails from a creative line-up,…

Dunedin. A bright, casual seaside dining room with an ever-changing ‘Trust the Chef’ menu of dishes, masterfully…

A buzzing whirl of deliciousness set within a haven of timeless hospitality.

A bright star in the busy Commercial Bay dining hub that delivers a menu with a strong contemporary New Zealand food…

A daytime café that delves deliciously deeper than the norm.

Casual, family-friendly Chinese with a modern twist and a kick of spice for those who like it hot.

Masterton. Stylish short-order food in a cinema eatery.

Matakana. Comfortable and casual with exceptional beer, thoughtful food and a strong sense of place.

Auckland’s leafy slopes waited a long time for this. There’s nothing quite like a restaurant that identifies its…

If you believe the art of formal dining has disappeared, an evening at Number 5 will convince you otherwise.

CHRISTHCURCH: As a born-and-bred Londoner, it’s very rare for me to walk into a restaurant, especially in Christchurch,…

AUCKLAND: New York is famous for some uniquely US eating-house genres – the deli, the diner and the grill – each of…

WELLINGTON: Hemming in atlas on one side is the Duncan Cotterill law firm and on the other side the giant Deloitte…

NAPIER: Built to a Prairie-influenced design in 1923 by noted architect Louis Hay, Napier’s old Central Fire Station…

AUCKLAND. Despite a couple of highlights, there were too many food flaws during our first foray into The Grange-land…

CHRISTCHURCH. Sitting on the banks of the Avon River, new kid on the block Barberra is a sophisticated addition to the…

Blenheim. I will admit that I was disappointed when I found out the scotch in question at Blenheim’s restaurant and…

AUCKLAND. Since its inception in 2004, The Grove has been consistently one of our best restaurants.

AUCKLAND. Earlier this year I spent more than a few lazy summer afternoons hoofing freshly shucked oysters at new…

NORTHLAND. Earthy and esoteric elements meld in a pan-Asian menu where authenticity frames every dish, as the food…

WELLINGTON. Despite fresh jungle-themed wallpaper and new lampshades that look like swollen eel traps, Pico Bar +…

WELLINGTON. Luxuriating in beautiful neo-classical detail yet recently threatened with demolition, Wellington’s 1928 T…

NELSON. Never short of bars to repair to after a hard day at the beach, Nelson saw a whole new rash of openings late…

AUCKLAND. Long the preserve of those in need of lazy, summer-destination dining, The Tasting Shed has been a favourite…

AUCKLAND. If bling is your thing, the foyer of SO/ Auckland, a recently opened hotel in central Auckland, will provide…

AUCKLAND. Not trying to bark up my own tree but burgers are a topic that I could confidently debate about. I have had…

CHRISTCHURCH. The Birdwood is a beacon in the night while all around is sepia, sleepy and quiet. Enter this food nest…

AUCKLAND. Owners Renee and Damaris Coulter describe Coco’s Cantina as a simple neighbourhood restaurant serving…

AUCKLAND. There is much to like at Cibo. The dining areas, both inside and out, are elegant, the seating is comfortable…

WELLINGTON. This classy bistro is doing what it does very well. And what it does is hearty fare prepared in a trad,…

AUCKLAND. Something exciting happens at the back of K’ Road’s atmospheric St Kevin’s Arcade of an evening, with a…