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Cafe culture thrives, poll says

The recession has not stopped Kiwis from regularly dining out at cafes and restaurants but many have changed their habits, a survey has found.

<i>Rocco</i>, Ponsonby

The food and service at a Spanish eatery make up for other distractions.

$7000 meal is a 'steal'

Three of the world's best-known chefs will combine to prepare a "once in a lifetime" meal at the exclusive Cape Kidnappers resort in Hawkes Bay.

<i>Duncan Gillies</i>: Watch out for those Mac deprived kids

<i>KK Malaysian Cuisine</i>, Epsom

Fresh and fragrant dishes served up in a simple, comfortable setting is a dining experience to rival the best.

<i>Le Garde-Manger</i>, Auckland CBD

The line of Edwardian terrace shops near the top of Queen St is an unlikely place for a French restaurant.

Taste of Auckland: Park life

<i>Viva</i> celebrates the best of Taste of Auckland - the festival dedicated to good food, wine, and company - yours!

Love of burgers fuels Middle East stores

Berkshire: Back to basics at top chef's Tudor-style inn

Britain's maestro of molecular gastronomy is just as good at pub grub, finds Rob McFarland.

<i>Herne Bay Local</i>, Herne Bay

The lucky folks at Herne Bay know when they are on to a good thing.

McDonald's fined for obese employee

<i>Siren Cafe</i>, Titirangi

We came here because my friend - a new mum - had the place recommended to her by members of her coffee group as a child-friendly cafe.

<i>Sunday Painters</i>, Ponsonby

The new lair of a group of foodie artists proves deserving of its popularity.

Holiday levy goes as cafes fight for patrons

More cafes, bars and restaurants are forgoing surcharges on public holidays.

<i>Calcutta Wala</i>, Auckland CBD

Of course the Commonwealth Games went off without a hitch. What's that? You call those hitches? Obviously you have never been to India.

Fast-food discount a fat chance for staff

Three of the best: Child-friendly cafes

Wedding couples left in the lurch

Wedding couples have been left scrambling for venues by the failure of a string of Auckland restaurant businesses.