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<i>O'Sarracino</i>, Eden Terrace

The passion that goes into creating this Italian eatery's menu is evident in every mouthful.

<i>Euro</i>, Auckland CBD

Top chef's touch shows up in menu and service, writes Phoebe Falconer.

Four of the best: Irish pubs

The "Bollix" has built its reputation on featuring the best in homegrown and international rock, pop, celtic, folk and blues talent.

<i>Bouterey's</i>, Richmond

Have you noticed that Americans call a main course an entrée? (They probably say that we call an entrée a main course, but never mind that for a moment.)

<i>Blake Street Cafe</i>, Herne Bay

<i>Federal & Wolfe</i>, Auckland CBD

When lunch is this good, who needs to go out for dinner?

<i>Bill Fish Cafe</i>, Westhaven

Fish is the name of the game at a waterfront eatery where the menu, though simple, proves well done.

<i>Galbraith's Alehouse</i>, Mt Eden

Every summer for 10 years I have spent a week with a bunch of about 100 men in a bush camp up north.

<i>Eight</i>, Grafton

Don't mention the "b" word. The new restaurant at the Langham, advertised by Broadway-size banners on the hotel's frontage and on K Rd, does not offer anything so vulgar as a buffet.

Christchurch earthquake: City's tourist future 'pretty bleak'

One tasty trio

Auckland's dining scene is about to become a whole lot more exciting with the addition of three new eateries, created and led by hospitality expert Brendan Turner.

<i>Next Door</i>, Mt Eden

Glasgow: Give a girl a bad name...

Glasgow's culinary reputation for deep-fried Mars Bars and chips with everything is well past its use-by date, says Pam Neville.

Upsized fries a joke, says student

If you want to go 'large', beware - upsizing your fries in fast-food restaurants does not guarantee you much for your extra money.

Michele Hewitson Interview: Nigel Morrison

<i>Eight</i>, Grafton

With all you can eat and eight cuisines to choose from, you need to turn up very hungry to the Langham's newest hotel restaurant.