LifestyleReview: The Birdcage, Freemans BayIt's been quite a project. First they lifted it, then they shifted it, and it was slid back into place and lovingly restored to its former glory, and then some.23 May 06:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Mexico, BritomartA Mexico fan has been hassling me to go for so long that I've taken to scooting around corners when I see her coming. Now it's been 18 months and there are branches in Takapuna and Hamilton.19 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Janken, Herne BayHere are a couple of experiences I never thought I’d embrace — a boeuf bourguignon served at a Japanese restaurant and a macrobiotic dessert. They were delivered at Janken and I enjoyed both.18 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Vinyl Coffee Shop, Mt EdenWe came here because we'd been meaning to for ages, having noted its pretty steady popularity with the locals.17 May 08:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Blunderbuss, KingslandAs one door closes, another opens. A truism for our dynamic dining scene, that's for sure.16 May 06:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Prague Bar & Cafe, SandringhamI have not been to Prague (the city). People who have tell me that it is fabulous. One woman I know who went years ago, long before it was fashionable, told me she could see half a dozen church clocks from her hotel window. I thought that was very cool.12 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: One Tree Grill, EpsomThe service is sharp, the food flavoursome but this oldie has something missing.11 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: The Oyster Inn, Waiheke IslandThe hippest place to be this summer lives up to its well-earned reputation.09 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Hopgood's, NelsonIf anyone other than Pic suggested sailing around the world, I'd dismiss it as an idle fancy. But Pic's fancies are never idle.05 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Thai Chef's Restaurant, ParnellA menu with coquettish names provides an entertaining meal otherwise lacking in service.04 May 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Coco Restaurant & Wine Bar, Royal OakJust opened. Fine food in casual space. Royal Oak. Chefs from the esteemed Meredith's kitchen. Asian-European fusion. Eek, that last bit worried me.02 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Ela Cuisine, AucklandEla Restaurant serves the food of southwestern India.28 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: Salt, Castor BayA new eatery on the Shore surprises with its sense of adventure.27 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: St Heliers Bay Cafe & Bistro, St HeliersSimple, flavourful food and a team that truly cares for its patrons makes this bistro worth popping into.25 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Mexican Cafe, Auckland CBDThey take bookings at the Mexican Cafe only for groups of eight or more - except on Valentine's Day. Isn't that soooo romantic?21 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleReview: MixMoon, New LynnSoutheast Asian flavours delivered with grace and delicacy.20 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Triniti of Silver, Mt AlbertWe came here because we’d driven past a few times and were intrigued by the name — and the tower-like corner of the building.19 Apr 08:00 PM
LifestyleReview: El Sizzling Chorizo, PonsonbySparks fly at this Argentinian barbecue house, where the atmosphere is warm and the meat is smokin' hot.18 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: The Birdcage, Freemans BayIn the 1980s a visit to the Birdcage meant a fun night out. Now it promises an evening of delight.13 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Gala Cafe, Mt EdenWe came here because it was handy to my friend’s workplace and a good excuse to have a mid-week catch-up.12 Apr 08:00 PM
LifestyleReview: The Foodstore, Auckland CBDThe food is so good it diverts attention from the live coverage of the kitchen.11 Apr 06:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Late Night Diner, PonsonbyIf you've ever lamented the closing of the Open Late Cafe in Ponsonby (oh those giant vessels of hot chocolate!)...10 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Victoria Road Bistro, DevonportIt has always puzzled me that Devonport is so short of decent places to eat.07 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestylePub spy: The Strand, ParnellSome things never change and it would appear that the Strand Tavern is among that number.06 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Harbourside, Auckland CBDThere can be little argument that customers at Harbourside enjoy one of the best settings in Auckland.06 Apr 12:00 AM
LifestyleBrunch: Foxtrot Parlour, PonsonbyWe came here because we wanted to see what all the fuss was about at Ponsonby Central, the new artisan market housing several good eateries.05 Apr 07:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Cazador, Mt EdenChange is afoot at this adventurous institution specialising in wild game.04 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Knights on Albert, Auckland CBDThe Stamford Plaza was the last word in sophistication when it opened, as the Regent, in the 1980s. Smug yuppies and teenage sharebrokers flocked to parties laden with wannabe celebrities.31 Mar 12:00 AM
LifestylePub spy: My Bar, Auckland CBDThere I was, minding my own business at a rather lovely wine tasting at Vivace on High St, when my wandering eye roved out the window and caught sight of a tiny bar in a little lane opposite.30 Mar 04:30 PM
