BusinessRising insurance, rates and power costs putting pressure on household budgetsAbout 478,000 New Zealanders are behind on their payments.31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Surcharge ban a win for consumers but will it save them money?OPINION: It should provide a clearer and smoother experience, removing any confusion.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay F.A.W.C! festival paused amid funding challengesHB's big food and wine fest will return when funds allow it to maintain its high standard.29 Jul 04:39 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonBar’s licence suspended over chalkboard promoting 2-for-1 drinksThe council argued it was a criminal offence to advertise the discounted drinks publicly.29 Jul 02:00 AM
Auckland'Quite terrifying:' The young baker behind Auckland pie shop's sellout success Baker Lewis Mazza-Carson sold 50 pies on his first day. Now he's aiming for 1000. 28 Jul 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGisborne hospitality positive about Uber launch, taxi drivers unsure population can sustain serviceUber is seeking local drivers for its upcoming launch in Gisborne.27 Jul 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington‘Been fantastic’: Wellington restauranteur expands empire amid sector strugglesThe 34-year-old believes the city is starting to feel 'brighter'.19 Jul 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisLiam DannInside Economics: NZ recession risks on the rise ... again! Plus: the boy who cried ‘tariff’ – Trump’s threats lose their biteANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.15 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandState of the hospitality scene in Hawkes BayChris Hyde, Hawkes Bay Today editor talks to Ryan Bridge on Herald Now.Watch10 Jul 08:54 PM
All BlacksNon merci Hamilton: French snub stay in The Tron before All Blacks series finaleThe French have opted to stay in Auckland, citing preferred facilities.08 Jul 01:44 AM
New ZealandFrench fare leaves sour taste after bakers vanish, leaving unpaid bills'There was always a story about where money was coming from.'05 Jul 08:41 PM
WellingtonPopular Wellington cafe to close after owner's 'heartbreak' losing babySweet Release's Kris Bartley wants to focus completely on her new pregnancy.04 Jul 04:35 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness18,800 people booked for NZICC; anaesthetists, ophthalmologists the latestAnaesthetists to meet April 30-May 5, ophthalmologists November 5-9 next year.03 Jul 10:39 PM
WorldIn US capital, tariffs bite into restaurant profitsEconomists are monitoring to see if tariffs feed more broadly into inflation.03 Jul 04:48 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyPlanned for years, 25% owner sells out of Queenstown's Lakeview Taumata'Troubled, controversial, deathly quiet': Crux on site of $2b mixed-use Queenstown scheme.02 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandFour level boutique hotel and wine bar planned for prime Queenstown locationThe hotel will replace a character building that has been on the sight since the 1960s.30 Jun 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Kiwi pickle brand processes 100 tonnes as business boomsReuben Alderson talks to Tom Raynel about his small artisan foods business Alderson's.29 Jun 05:00 PM
Lifestyle‘Turning into America’: Outrage at restaurant’s menu act It has sparked debate about a controversial hospitality trend on the rise.23 Jun 10:24 PM
LifestyleAuckland cafe to close after 70 years following rates dispute settlementRupa's Cafe has fought off Covid-19 restrictions and an unpaid rates bill nearing $1m.19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBid to reopen bar closed for months divides communityThe aspiring new owners say they have 30 years' experience in hospitality.18 Jun 09:33 PM
TravelFrom the harbour to the 'burbs, here's what's new in SydneyJenée Tibshraeny checks out Sydney's latest redevelopments. 16 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Rare opportunity’: Wellington’s floating boat cafe up for saleThe popular cafe, housed in a 66-year-old tugboat, has an asking price of $220,000.16 Jun 06:01 AM
LifestyleHow many have you tried? Auckland's new Top 100 Iconic Eats namedDebut dishes include an halal pepperoni pizza, raw ramen, honey toast - and four pies.16 Jun 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: Chef Al Brown dating businesswoman; Buyers sought to co-own slice of $30m Queenstown hotel Plus, meet the former St Kent's student fulfilling her Ivy League dreams.11 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleAuckland's top chef, best new eatery crownedResilience and innovation were celebrated at the annual Auckland hospitality awards.02 Jun 04:38 AM
New ZealandForgetful pizza store robber leaves police scanner - with his DNA all over it - at the scene Charles Wilson was on electronic monitoring bail for a series of burglaries at the time. 28 May 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleTop chef urges shift to cheaper filter coffee as prices riseFilter coffee demand rises; orders doubled in six months, major supplier says.26 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Lifting a dark cloud': Bar thrives after ditching pokiesOwners report no financial loss; dining space and food sales have improved.26 May 02:14 AM
BusinessEconomic pressures take a bite out of Savor’s earningsThe hospitality group is positioning itself for a strong recovery as conditions improve.22 May 12:25 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: NZ city dines out on being named one of world's 15 best food scenesDid Lonely Planet mean to write Naples instead? No, it did not.21 May 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: ‘Perfect storm’ for flat whites - what surging food prices mean for the economy Butter, cheese, coffee...do rising food prices signal the return of high inflation? 18 May 10:28 PM
New Zealand'Worst it's been': How cafes are adjusting to soaring butter prices'Butter-wise, we haven't passed the buck on to the consumer yet.'18 May 05:04 PM
New Zealand'Feels like discrimination': Musician denied entry to Auckland bar over facial tattoosWalker claimed other patrons with facial tattoos were allowed entry.16 May 05:06 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyFast-tracking $200m film hub planned for Ayrburn'Potential short-term imposition on a very long-term asset.' - Chris Meehan on film tariff14 May 04:00 AM
