LifestyleReview: Lava Dining, Viaduct HarbourThe ambience of the new Sofitel hotel restaurant is such that it's easy to imagine you're eating abroad.12 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: The Refreshment Room, TitirangiOne of West Auckland’s best-kept secrets ticks all the boxes for an evening out.11 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleFancy a feed? Best vegetarian restaurants namedEven fine-dining establishments are embracing the vegetarian cause, as Joanna Mathers discovers.09 Jul 11:00 PM
LifestyleReview: The French Cafe, Eden TerraceThe meals are superb but the added touches make a night at one of Auckland's best restaurants truly special.05 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Cibo, ParnellFrom the decor to the meal presentation and wait service, a Parnell restaurant has much to applaud.04 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Kazuya, Eden TerraceThe fare at Kazuya doesn't come cheap. But you get what you pay for and I don't begrudge a cent.27 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleFifteen dishes to make you swoonDining out at the best restaurants has inspired a top 15 pick of the best tastes too tempting to resist.26 Jun 11:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Andres Restaurant, ParnellTiming and service were issues in an otherwise tasty meal in a chic new Parnell setting.26 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleOther Auckland cafes with eye-catching interiorsHere are four cafes which not only provide treats for your tastebuds, but, are a feast for your eyes too.25 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleBrunch: The Rugby Buildings Cafe, KingslandWe came here because as the brunch review 1st XV’s resident rugbyhead, I was deemed appropriate for an eatery parked opposite Eden Park.24 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: The Grove, Auckland CBDOne of Auckland's finest dining establishments proves yet again why it deserves its world class reputation.21 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Ella Cafe & Lounge, PonsonbyDelight was short-lived when the menu's lean offerings were matched by the service.20 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Sri Mahkota, NewtonSri Mahkota occupies the premises that were for years home to Gina's. The open kitchen has been walled off, though I'm not sure the place is better for it.19 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Kazuya, Eden TerraceThere are times when a more formal style of hospitality suits the mood. Few achieve this sense of order better than the Japanese.07 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleCelebrating with ClooneyAward-winning restaurateur Tony Stewart of Clooney has much to celebrate and wants to share his success with Viva readers.07 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: Parkside Cafe, Mt AlbertTastebuds go on a journey at this suburban eatery, discovering fresh dishes packed full of flavour and spice. 06 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleBrunch: Cafe Tran, OnehungaWe came here because we'd heard the food and the service were fantastic, so we wanted to see if it was worth adding to our list of local favourites05 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleReview: L'Assiette, BritomartUntil two years ago, French restaurants were hard to find in Auckland. Now, pleasingly, I can think of 10 in the city and inner suburbs.05 Jun 05:30 PM