Lifestyle<i>The Foodstore</i>, Viaduct HarbourI know I've been stuck down the Viaduct for a few weeks now but I couldn't resist dragging the Prof back one last time...16 Jan 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Star Cafe Seafood Restaurant</i>, EpsomA popular Epsom local delivers flavoursome, delicious and good value Chinese food without the fanfare.13 Jan 11:00 PM
LifestyleTurning the tablesWe're a nation of people who love our food and dining out — but do restaurateurs love us? Dionne Christian runs the rule over our eating habits.10 Jan 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Ruby Red</i>, Mangere BridgeWe came here because we'd been hearing lots of good things about this new cafe at Mangere Bridge, owned by <i>Viva</i>'s food writer, Amanda Laird.10 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMcDonald's accused of homophobia in Wi-Fi serviceMcDonald's is being accused of homophobia after it blocked gay websites from its new free Wi-Fi service at its restaurants.10 Jan 06:21 AM
Lifestyle<i>Cullens</i>, HamiltonFine dining is found to exist in a place popularly called 'the Tron'.09 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleCanvas' best restaurants: Dine by Peter GordonWe didn't dine with Peter Gordon, of course. Few are granted that privilege.02 Jan 04:30 PM
RetailStung diners want rules clarifiedAuckland diners want clearer rules over when the holiday surcharge should apply after some were slapped with the extra cost on their bills yesterday.02 Jan 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Euro</i>, Auckland CBDIt's slick, it's popular and it serves up delicious food with flair.23 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandSetback in residents' bid to block McDonald'sBalmoral residents have suffered a further blow in their 3 1/2-year battle to stop a McDonald's restaurant being built on the western edge of the shopping centre, fronting Balmoral Rd and Wiremu St.23 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandCreepy crawly turns stomachs at noodle restaurantA girls' night out to a Newmarket noodle restaurant turned into a "revolting" nightmare before Christmas after a creepy-crawly was found in their soybean dish.23 Dec 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Drexel's</i>, ChristchurchWe came here because we were in Christchurch for the day and this iconic all-day 'breakfast restaurant' had been recommended.21 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Euro</i>, Auckland CBDA couple of years ago, Euro's executive chef Simon Gault took out a full-page advertisement in the <i>Herald on Sunday</i>, offering a recipe for "<i>Metro</i> Food Critic Testicles" as a protest.21 Dec 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Cafe Hanoi</i>, Auckland CBDA Vietnamese eatery combines traditional and modern styles.20 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Gina's Italian Kitchen</i>, GraftonA change of venue for Gina's, known for its super-convivial wait staff, hasn't really added much in terms of a dining experience.16 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Rabbithole Cafe</i>, Herne BayWe came here because we weren't late for any important dates, but the name attracted us.14 Dec 01:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Plume</i>, MatakanaA shortened trip between Auckland and Warkworth makes the stop at Plume all the more worthwhile.12 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>TriBeCa</i>, ParnellThe new chef at a Parnell institution has done wonders for its menu.09 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Palate</i>, HamiltonGood choices were rife at a Hamilton restaurant, especially the one to eat there.07 Dec 07:00 PM
TravelSydney: Essence of Italy a family affairGraham Reid goes to a Sydney institution and meets new old friends.07 Dec 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>La Cigale</i>, ParnellA few weeks ago, in a review of Le Garde-Manger in upper Queen St, I implied that good French food was hard to find in Auckland except in eateries founded by Alex Roux (Bouchon, Torchon, Pastis) or his alumni.06 Dec 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Cafe Cabana</i>, Mt MaunganuiWe came here because we were in the bay for the weekend and were attracted by the cute turtle logo. 06 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWest Auckland: Going nuts out westMake sure you have empty stomachs if you take the family out west to visit Helensville and South Head, writes Rachel Grunwell.04 Dec 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Cocoro</i>, PonsonbyNew Ponsonby eatery Cocoro mixes beautifully presented traditional Japanese dishes with a contemporary twist.03 Dec 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Der Metz</i>, KohimaramaYodelling and oompah music did nothing to improve a German-themed eatery.02 Dec 11:00 PM
Opinion<i>Mark Irving :</i> It's got to be relevant to get in the doorIn the hugely competitive NZ retail sector you have to offer some deal to get people in the door.01 Dec 08:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>The Log Cabin</i>, ClevedonWe came here because we were staying in nearby Maraetai Beach and a friend's mother had recommended this rural cafe.01 Dec 04:30 PM
