LifestyleCaffeine hit: Next DoorJust down the road from the popular Mt Eden village, home to well-known cafe icons Circus Circus, and Frasers, is a pleasant coffee experience named Next Door. 30 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleHow to dine out and keep everybody happyTaking the kids out for dinner doesn't have to be a traumatic - or dull - experience marked by bad food and service, discovers Virgil Evetts.30 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Kura Sake Bar</i>, Auckland CBDDescend the stairs to a cosy, intimate space and fill up on delicately delicious Japanese fare.29 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Page's Grill & Bar</i>, KingslandOn the strength of its performance on a recent midweek evening, Page's is going to have to lift its game.28 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleAuckland Restaurant Month - easy on the pocketToday marks the start of the inaugural Auckland Restaurant Month, an 18-day event involving more than 60 central city eateries.27 Jul 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>The Wharf</i>, Northcote PtTucked below the harbour bridge is a function venue which opens its doors to the public for a short season.27 Jul 12:00 AM
RetailGeorgie Pie film raises McDonald's ireMcDonald's threatened legal action against student filmmakers unless a company spokeswoman's statement - regarding the fast food giant's intentions for its Georgie Pie brand - was removed from a documentary.26 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleSydney's fly-in restaurantsLeah McLennan samples one of Sydney's fly-in-and-dine restaurants.26 Jul 04:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Oh! So</i>, Grey LynnWe came here because I was catching up with friends in the area and thought, where better to visit than my trusty local? 25 Jul 10:00 PM
Small BusinessOut to lunch: Looking at the hospitality sectorWith 85,000 hungry Rugby World Cup fans set to arrive in New Zealand in a few weeks, Dionne Christian looks at the level of hospitality and whether we are truly being served.25 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleFour of the best: Spots for a school holiday treatTake the kids for a run along the beach or a hike around the rocks to Thorne Bay and finish up with a gelato.23 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleRestaurant reviews mapLooking for somewhere to eat? Check out nzherald.co.nz's new restaurant reviews map.22 Jul 05:30 AM
Lifestyle<i>Two Fifteen Bar and Bistro</i>, Mt EdenA smart-casual restaurant that's just as it should be - with well-priced, hearty delicious meals made with care and attention.22 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleSerafin Cafe & Bar, Mt EdenA former radio shack is now home to an eatery with Spanish flair.21 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Parkside Cafe</i>, Mt AlbertWe came here because we'd driven past this place a couple of times recently and thought the tables in the front window looked like a great spot from which to watch the goings-on at Rocket Park across the road.20 Jul 10:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Indique</i>, BirkenheadOur personable waiter eagerly helped us compile a selection of dishes that would answer our preferences.19 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandFast food turns Golden Mile into Queen sized StQueen St is turning into a strip of fast-food outlets, despite the best efforts of city planners.17 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandAttack of the Carl's Jr caloriesNotorious footlong cheeseburger is off the menu as part-owner Michael Jones puts his foot down. 16 Jul 05:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Le Garde-Manger</i>, Auckland CBDSome faux pas can be overlooked when French romance sets in, says Nici Wickes.15 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestylePub spy: Prague Bar & CafePrague is the newest bar I've been into for ages, but it manages to feel like it's been there for a while.14 Jul 10:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Bowmans</i>, Mt EdenFirst impressions were less than promising but a Mt Eden eatery came through on the menu.14 Jul 12:00 AM
BusinessMcDonald's expand in 'untapped' NZFast food chain McDonald's plans to develop nine new restaurants in New Zealand and hire an extra 4000 people.12 Jul 05:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Mikano</i>, Mechanics BayI was looking forward to a Sunday roast at Mikano as a chance to revisit childhood memories.12 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandDiners feel need to keep eye on gameSurvey finds diners more likely to eat out during the Rugby World Cup if they can keep an eye on the score.10 Jul 05:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Dos Amigos Cantina</i>, Mission BayDos Amigos promises a spicy night out but expectations are diluted by some lukewarm renditions of Mexican food.08 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Jervois Steak House and Saloon</i>, Herne BayHere is proof that diners should not judge a restaurant by its name.07 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Cosset</i>, Mt AlbertWe came here because we'd heard good things about this cute Mt Albert cafe which has expanded to offer a small (vegetarian) menu.05 Jul 10:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>James</i>, ParnellJames is a new restaurant offshoot of Jamie Miller and Gisele Trezevant-Miller's Mint Kitchen Catering.05 Jul 12:00 AM
