TravelMelbourne: Show-stoppers beyond city limitsUrban delights are just one part of Melbourne's charm, says Geoff Cumming10 Dec 09:25 PM
LifestyleEmpress Josephine: The woman who taught France to drinkThe first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte was a celebrated hostess and, although not a great drinker, a great collector of wine.09 Dec 09:30 PM
LifestyleTasty tokens for ChristmasGreat gift ideas for the wine lover or foodie on your Christmas present list.09 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandRugby, wine and beer fan should fit in nicelyUS Ambassador David Huebner should fit in just fine in New Zealand: he loves rugby and drinking beer and wine.09 Dec 03:00 PM
LifestyleRays of sunshineThe 'chardonnay capital' has been hit hard but is now rallying as the region looks to both the past and future.07 Dec 04:12 AM
Lifestyle<i>Red Brick Kitchen and Bar</i>, ParnellA restaurant in a Parnell listed building proves one worth putting on the weekly outing list.06 Dec 03:00 PM
LifestyleRed, white... and blueWith Thanksgiving turkey on the menu this week, <i>Viva</i> takes a look at the wines of the United States.28 Nov 03:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>The Dish:</i> Huka good oneWe don't know who is luckiest - Dutch-born Michel Louws, who has just been appointed the new executive chef at Taupo's Huka Lodge, or Huka Lodge for finding him.25 Nov 03:00 PM
LifestyleMartinborough pinot noir takes top awardA Martinborough pinot noir has taken the top trophy in this year's Air New Zealand wine awards.21 Nov 10:41 PM
LifestyleGetting festive with bubblesAs the Christmas season approaches, now is a good time to consider the glories of Champagne.21 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandTreat for Auckland wine drinkersDozens of cases of a special red wine are being distributed this morning as the race to bring wine lovers the world's first 2009 French vintage begins.18 Nov 03:00 PM
New ZealandWinery topples tradition with plastic bottlesMarlborough winemakers Yealands Estate are opting for plastic wine bottles over glass.14 Nov 06:51 PM
Lifestyle<i>The Dish:</i> Bon anniversaireParnell's favourite French restaurant St Tropez turns 10 this month.12 Nov 03:00 PM
LifestyleAir NZ Wine Awards winners announcedMore than 100 wines have been awarded gold medals at this year's Air New Zealand Wine Awards.11 Nov 12:26 AM
TravelBurgundy: Richer for days spent in the redPeter Bills reaps the rewards of Burgundy's bumper 2009 harvest.10 Nov 03:00 PM
LifestyleA testing time for wine tastersThe judges of this year's Air New Zealand Wine Awards had their work cut out for them, with more than 1500 entries to sample.10 Nov 04:00 AM
LifestyleA little bird told meTwitter allows wine drinkers to put their opinions out there.09 Nov 03:00 PM
LifestyleWonders of wineA philosophical approach to our favourite drop is opening up new appreciation, writes Jo Burzynska.02 Nov 12:00 AM
LifestyleWaiheke: A hedonist's guide to natural selectionGoing green can be a festive experience, finds Eloise Gibson.30 Oct 03:00 PM
LifestyleAussie wine taster's guide implies psychic insightAn Australian wine writer's latest book recommends several New Zealand wines, some of which had not even been bottled when it was released.27 Oct 09:31 PM
