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Brunch: The Garden Shed, Mt Eden

The look is the big drawcard for The Garden Shed. As the name suggests there's a botanical, rustic theme throughout the establishment.

Food critic slams 'amateur diners'

One of the country's leading food writers has launched a withering attack on "amateur diners" who she says are destroying the reputations of top eateries.

Review: Jervois Steak House, Herne Bay

Succulent steak, beautifully cooked every time, is one of life’s simple pleasures — and a tradition for the patrons at Jervois Steak House.

Brunch: The White Rabbit, Auckland CBD

Review: The Crab Shack, Auckland CBD

The 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.

Review: The Crew Club, Auckland

Marooned and without a captain, the evening is rescued by perfectly cooked grilled turbot and delectable buttery sauced flounder.

Brunch: Orphans Kitchen, Grey Lynn

Up early and looking for a new spot to dine this weekend? Check out this week's brunch review.

Restaurants want you to skip dessert

If you think you're doing a restaurant any favours by ordering dessert, you might want to think again.

Number 5 - one of two on tasty menu

The distinctive three-level brick building housing the well-known restaurants Da Vinci's and Number 5, at 5 City Rd on Auckland CBD's Symonds St rise, has been put on the market.

Character pubs: Grande dame reigns over Raglan

It's hard not to relax and think "a beer, right now, would be nice" as you drive down Bow St in Raglan and catch a glimpse of the majestic Harbour View Hotel.

Review: Bedford Soda & Liquor, Ponsonby

Food takes second place in Ponsonby bar better known for drinks menu.

Review: Apero Food & Wine, Auckland CBD

Apart from Euro, Apero is the only wine bar we've tried that takes the food side of the experience seriously.

Brunch: The Old Woodshop and Corner Cafe, New Lynn

Let's eat: Aw shucks, seafood by the bay

The 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.

Review: Orbit, Auckland CBD

The Sky Tower’s revolving restaurant Orbit will elevate your special occasion.

Brunch: Depot Eatery, Auckland CBD

The 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.