Head of Entertainment and Lifestyle and editor of TimeOut and Be Well magazines
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Destination Dining: Chef Chai, Honolulu
Home to one of the best dishes we've ever experienced, anywhere in the world.
Cocktail hour: Eau de Vie, Melbourne
The infamous drinks list at this stellar establishment makes it hard not to be impressed.
Cocktail Hour: The Grove at The Modern, Honolulu
Think noticeably fewer groups of families and one of the island's best cocktail menus.
The best places to eat and drink in Sydney's Surry Hills
Heading to Sydney? Be sure to check out these spots next time you're in town.
Destination Dining: Herringbone, Honolulu
This rooftop restaurant sits atop the Waikiki shopping centre, specialising in seafood.
Destination Dining: Big Poppa's, Sydney
We check out one of the coolest night spots, known for its cocktails, hip hop and cheese.
You've never heard anything like this podcast before
If you haven't heard George the Poet's podcast yet, you're seriously missing out.
Jackie Van Beek goes off-script in new comedy
Jackie Van Beek's new comedy series may offend some teachers.
A marvellous start? TVNZ positive as John Campbell debuts on Breakfast
Breakfast ratings have declined significantly in recent years. But can Campbell save them?
TV's breakfast war: John Campbell's instant impact for TVNZ
Just four days into his new Breakfast job, the veteran presenter is already making a mark.
Destination Dining: Sea Salt, Adelaide
Joanna Hunkin checks out a seaside diner with sweeping views and exceptional fish.
Destination Dining: Hoppers, London
Joanna Hunkin checks out Sri Lankan cuisine at this London hot spot.
Cocktail Hour: Loof, Singapore
Loof has an impressive view of Singapore's skyline and boozy bubble teas.
Why you need to hear the Worst GoT Podcast in the World
TimeOut's Joanna Hunkin gives her hot takes on what you should be doing this week.
Women of Thrones: How the series redefined female roles
Game of Thrones rewrote the rule book in more than one way.
Game Over: Thrones' stars share their final thoughts
We sat down with the stars of Thrones to ask how they felt farewelling the fantasy epic.
Live like a local in ... East London
With all its gastronomic delights, it's easy to become overwhelmed. Here's our guide.
Game of Trivia: 10 things you never knew about Thrones
Even superfans won't know these inside secrets.
Emilia Clarke left speechless by final GoT season
We spoke to the cast ahead of the final season.
Destination dining: Brasserie Zédel, London
Joanna Hunkin dines at the stunning art deco institution that is Brasserie Zédel.
Game of Thrones: Behind-the-scenes with the stars
As the biggest TV show in the world draws to a close, we spoke to the cast.
Teeks moves people to tears at show with APO
At last night's Auckland's Town Hall show it got emotional...
Cocktail Hour: Gin Parlour at The Clifford Pier
Joanna Hunkin checks out the luxe Singapore watering hole.
Inside Hong Kong's most Instagrammed restaurant
Madame Fu has quickly become one of the most talked about restaurants in Hong Kong.
Four ways to celebrate International Women's Day
We share our inside tips on how to celebrate International Women's Day.
Comment | The secret power of Luke Perry, my first teen crush
For many 90s teens, Perry was their introduction to the brooding bad-boy type.
Destination Dining: Ember Yard, London
This week's Destination Dining checks out Ember Yard and their cheeky padron peppers.
How Captain Marvel set out to change the world
Captain Marvel is rewriting the script when it comes to women in Hollywood.
Live Well Road Test: Float Therapy
It's a form of deep relaxation that promises to boost creativity. But does it work?
Room Check: The Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne
Joanna Hunkin checks in to the Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne.
Cheeseburger spring rolls: Are they any good?
This week's Destination Dining hot spot features a famed mash up of takeaway favourites.
Live like a local: Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Want to live like a local in Hong Kong's Wan Chai district? We've got the inside guide.
Are these the world's fanciest scrambled eggs?
This week's Destination Dining column checks out Higher Ground in Melbourne.
How Shortland Street became the hottest ticket in town
If you see just one show this year, make it this one.
Everything you need to know ahead of Taylor Swift
Everything you need to know ahead of Taylor Swift's first-ever stadium show in NZ.
Daredevil returns with a dark twist
Season three will be a cross between the original Daredevil series and The Sopranos.
Hot Takes: Trailblazers, Iliza, Emma Louise and The High Low
All the things you need to watch, stream and listen to this week.
Australia's answer to Lorde doesn't come close
Produced by Joel Little and Jack Antonoff, the comparisons to Lorde were inevitable.
Toni Street to return to Seven Sharp
John Campbell isn't the only familiar face returning to television.
The new Netflix comedy special you need to see
This Australian comic just rewrote the rules of comedy.
What to expect from the new season of 13 Reasons Why
The first season caused global controversy - and season two will keep it going.
Flight check: Auckland to Los Angeles
Joanna Hunkin flies NZ6 from Auckland to Los Angeles (en route to New York).
How Netflix show makes teens more empathetic
New research into controversial series 13 Reasons Why has delivered surprising results.
Exclusive: Celine Dion unfiltered - 'I like to touch and feel people'
Celine Dion doesn't just love to sing. She loves to chat.
Toni Street: Why I'm quitting TV
After months of agonising, Toni Street says the decision to quit Seven Sharp became simple
Why this Crown star is thrilled for Prince Harry
Prince Harry's recent engagement is a far cry from Princess Margaret's tragic love story.
Everything you didn't see at the TV Awards
All the moments you didn't get to see from the New Zealand Television Awards.
Whatever happened to... Zed
They were lovers, they were winners, they were fighters... so just what happened to Zed?
Dumped at the altar: MAFS couples make final decision
You didn't need a crystal ball to see this ending coming.
MAFS: Producers intervene in 'bitchy catfight'
Bel and Haydn quit the experiment after the couples' explosive dinner party.
MAFS: Producers intervene in 'bitchy catfight'
Bel and Haydn quit the experiment after the couples' explosive dinner party.
MAFS: Vicky realises she's married to a pig
Vicky was left shell shocked by the state of her husband's home.
MAFS bride refuses to sleep with husband
Things got awkward on MAFS NZ when bride Vicky asked Andrew to cool his jets.
Emma Stone and Steve Carrell battle it out
Does their true-life tennis tale serve up an ace?
MKR slammed for 'offensive' casual racism
COMMENT: A little dinner party chat revealed casual racism is alive and well in NZ.
The lessons you can learn from Helen Clark
Film-maker Gaylene Preston learned two lessons while following Helen Clark for a year...
Is this television's most awkward couple?
What happens when two stand up comedians plan a wedding but can't agree on anything?
Is this the worst Johnny Depp film of all time?
It was meant to be a thriller. It ended up a farce.
Is Hilary Barry set to leave Breakfast?
TVNZ says Hilary Barry is not going anywhere but rival Three's AM Show is gaining ground.
The Shorty Street stories that gripped NZ
We look back on 25 years of ratings to chart the highs and lows of Shortland Street.
The pros and cons of knowing a 'Norman'
Richard Gere gives a stunning performance as Norman, but is it enough?
Why Gere doesn't need any more money
Richard Gere doesn't work for the pay cheque any more.
Shorty cast of 1992: Where are they now?
We track down the original 16 cast members of Shorty and find out where they are now.
Is Harry all style and no substance?
Is the former One Direction star all style and no substance?
Cliff Curtis lands star role in Avatar films
Kiwi actor Cliff Curtis has just landed the role of a lifetime.
Nadia Lim serves up weight loss menu
Nadia Lim is offering Kiwis a 'fresh start' with her new weight management programme.
Adele live: An experience like no other
No words or teaser video can prepare you for just how great Adele is live. Or how funny.
Is Reese's NZ lovefest for real?
Are the glowing reviews of New Zealand for real? Or part of a deal?
The Project: How did it rate?
The reviews are in but how did it rate? We crunch the numbers on The Project.
Hot Takes: This week's top obsessions
From the lantern festival to Yoga with Adriene, we check out the things rocking our world this week.