LifestyleReview: Fleur's Place, OtagoThe Otago restaurant and its host are world famous — the seafood for its freshness and the host for her good humour.28 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: The Garden Shed, Mt EdenThe look is the big drawcard for The Garden Shed. As the name suggests there's a botanical, rustic theme throughout the establishment.27 Feb 07:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Jervois Steak House, Herne BaySucculent steak, beautifully cooked every time, is one of life’s simple pleasures — and a tradition for the patrons at Jervois Steak House.21 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: The Crab Shack, Auckland CBDThe appeal of the crab eludes me: it's great food if you are lost in the wilderness and eating to survive, but at dinner it's less a dish than a test of one's dexterity and perseverance.14 Feb 11:06 PM
LifestyleReview: The Crew Club, AucklandMarooned and without a captain, the evening is rescued by perfectly cooked grilled turbot and delectable buttery sauced flounder.14 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Orphans Kitchen, Grey LynnUp early and looking for a new spot to dine this weekend? Check out this week's brunch review.13 Feb 07:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Indochine Kitchen, Auckland CBDThe reinvention of Fort St makes me feel like cheering. Spruced up and repaved as part of the city's shared spaces programme, it is no longer somewhere worth avoiding.08 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Franc's, TakapunaA seaside location is a huge drawcard for a new Takapuna venue — and the food is pretty good, too.07 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Panscape, NewmarketHeading out for brunch? Check out the latest review in Canvas magazine for inspiration.06 Feb 07:30 PM
New ZealandLatest from Italy has a way to goThe Professor, bless her, doesn't do much cooking. Her idea of dinner is to fry up some courgettes in butter or (as a tribute to her English parentage) make toast and tea.31 Jan 09:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Chinoiserie, Mt AlbertColourful, cheap and cheerful, chinoiserie ticks the boxes.31 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: The White Rabbit, Auckland CBDChefs create culinary magic in the best debut since Orphans Kitchen opened.25 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Meadow, MeadowbankThere’s something for everyone at this newcomer to the eastern suburbs — especially if you like tomato juice.23 Jan 07:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Bedford Soda & Liquor, PonsonbyFood takes second place in Ponsonby bar better known for drinks menu.18 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Apero Food & Wine, Auckland CBDApart from Euro, Apero is the only wine bar we've tried that takes the food side of the experience seriously.17 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleLet's eat: Aw shucks, seafood by the bayThe memory is an unreliable faculty at the best of times. So it may be that I was mistaken in remembering that Only Seafood in Paihia was bloody good.11 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Orbit, Auckland CBDThe Sky Tower’s revolving restaurant Orbit will elevate your special occasion.10 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Depot Eatery, Auckland CBDThe menu is a short, sweet list of just three “morning glories” — bacon and egg doonas, toasted muesli and fresh, warm beignets. Plus the perfectly brewed Havana Coffee Co beans.09 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleLet's eat: Fine dining elegantly contrivedThe professor is a hell of a good sport about getting on the back of the Vespa.14 Dec 12:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Euro Bar, Auckland CBDEuro has gone healthy and it’s better than ever.13 Dec 12:00 AM
LifestyleLet's eat: Hints of Hanoi aren't enoughAt long last, Vietnamese food is making a mark in Auckland. In 2009, I lamented in print that there were so few restaurants serving that fragrant and delicate cuisine, even though emigrants and refugees have been coming here for two generations.07 Dec 12:30 AM
LifestyleRestaurant review: City Works Depot, Auckland CBDAll right, I give up. The hospitality industry has defeated me on the apostrophe.23 Nov 12:00 AM
