New ZealandHemp smoothie campaign cannedA popular salad and sandwich chain has been ordered to pull advertising for its top-selling hemp smoothie because it made it sound like the drink could get you high.28 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Magical medium-dry pinot grisPinot gris has proved an unstoppable force in this country. Our wineries now crush a whopping 24,000 tonnes; 1500 times the volume of 2005. But not all pinot gris is the same — some super-dry, right through to luxuriously rich, sweeter styles.28 Mar 03:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Ima Cuisine, Auckland CBDIma’s soul food and convivial atmosphere will help transport you to downtown Tel Aviv.28 Mar 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Little Sister, HendersonThe menu was exciting. Loads of dishes you won’t find elsewhere, as well as some of the standards, but with an interesting twist.27 Mar 07:30 PM
LifestyleAdditives make sausage roll ... into binWhen I cooked this I knew something was up with the smell. And when I tasted it, it went straight into the bin.27 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleBar review: The Portland Public House, KingslandWe attempted to order a Bombay gin and tonic, as listed on the stained, dog-eared menu but were informed they didn't have Bombay Sapphire.26 Mar 03:00 AM
LifestyleWould you wear a Big Mac?The world's most famous beef burger - the Big Mac - has inspired a new lifestyle collection including bed linen, pajamas, a dog coat and wallpaper.26 Mar 12:45 AM
LifestyleWhy do nutrition celebrities have so much pull?Nutrition celebrities often promote "fad diets". In fact, they often demonstrate a misunderstanding of biochemistry and other basic nutrition science.23 Mar 06:35 PM
LifestyleFreaky dish brings squid to lifeA freaky video of a cuttlefish dish in Japan has resurfaced and it's just as terrifying.23 Mar 04:00 AM
LifestyleFour things to consider about baby foodToday, as we know, analysing every aspect of our diets to the Nth degree is just how we roll, and increasingly that translates into parents doing the same on behalf of their dear little cherubs.23 Mar 12:00 AM
LifestyleMeet the real Willy Wonkas: inside the colourful world of CadburyA secret laboratory at the chocolate maker’s headquarters in Bournville is where all the Cadbury magic happens.22 Mar 09:30 PM
LifestyleIn today's Bite: Getting figgy with itFind all your favourite bits from today's Bite magazine online. Follow the hyperlinks in Jo Elwin's editor's letter and lose yourself in bite.co.nz.22 Mar 08:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Lucky Buddha, Auckland CBDEast meets east in the kitchen of the latest addition to the small eating-out precinct at the eastern end of Fort St.22 Mar 12:00 AM
LifestyleFive of the best: First datesA successful first-date location allows you to see if there’s a spark with someone, in a casual setting with flattering light.21 Mar 07:00 PM
LifestyleSmoothie chain in hot water over hempA popular fast food chain is in the gun after promising its hemp smoothies deliver a "potently healthy" hit.21 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleEggcellence on offerChocoholics rejoice — Easter is just two weeks away. Kiwis are set to devour more than 5 million chocolate sensations between now and then.21 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleKey to healthy living: Eat real foodsEvery month it seems a new diet trend pops up, promising to answer all of our health, weight and bloating issues. Social media is awash with self-proclaimed health experts and celebrities with "revolutionary" theories about new ways of eating.21 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: An everlasting summerGive your tastebuds an everlasting summer with these luscious, aromatic wines. Wild flowers, berries, citrus, stonefruit and spice — they’re all here in fine form …21 Mar 03:00 AM
LifestyleReview: The Crab ShackExtracting morsels can be troublesome but it’s all part of the fun21 Mar 12:00 AM
New ZealandFrom Hollywood to the WairarapaHollywood director James Cameron's latest venture is a new organic food store selling fresh produce from his Wairarapa farm.20 Mar 09:00 PM
LifestyleBrunch: Kaos Cafe, PukekoheThe look is definitely set at 33RPM. Kaos is a homage to music and vinyl — there are LP album covers on the walls — and to 70s style, with the decor leaning heavily on retro furniture and fixtures.20 Mar 07:00 PM
BusinessVilla Maria among world's bestVilla Maria’s founder thrilled to beat world-famous names to be voted 4th most admired wine brand.20 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionWendyl Wants To Know: Sauce's lack of genuine essence a little bit fishyJust 4% oyster extract means you’re getting a lot of nasty extras, Wendyl Nissen writes.20 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWorld's weirdest restaurantsInspired by a Modern Toilet experience - we share five of the world's weirdest themed restaurants.19 Mar 10:45 PM
LifestyleHot (not) cross buns?Supermarkets are stocking up on hot cross buns, but are also offering the non-crossed variety for Kiwis who love a spicy bun but are less keen on Christian tradition.19 Mar 05:30 PM
LifestyleBar review: Citizen Park, KingslandWe arrived early evening on a Saturday, as the afternoon session crowd tailed off and those up for a night out arrived. Whether you're in jandals or high heels, anything goes.19 Mar 03:00 AM
SharesInvivo halfway to its $2m targetFast-growing wine company Invivo Wines raised more than $1 million in the space of a few hours after its equity crowdfunding campaign opened yesterday.18 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleWho makes the best cheese?The "Dutchies" have again dominated the New Zealand Cheese Awards, taking out first place in all three main prizes in this year's competition.17 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn the trail of fine wine storiesPeter Calder revisits the chunk of Auckland's west where immigrant families from Croatia settled to grow fruit - and make wine - for the expanding city.17 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe chemistry that makes your beer taste goodToday is St Patrick's Day, and that means the world is about to consume a lot of beer: 13 million pints of Guinness alone are expected to be consumed.16 Mar 08:55 PM
Lifestyle'Deadly' paleo book pulledCelebrity chef and paleo enthusiast Pete Evans has announced his controversial diet book for babies will be published independently, after publishers dumped the book.16 Mar 07:55 PM
