Michael Donaldson charts a course round the city's First XV of craft beer bars.

Why do some people find some foods yummy while others find the same foods taste yucky?

OPINION: Around the world kombucha, and all things fermented, are hot.

Why are so many of our young people so deeply unhappy?

Silkworm pupae soup on the menu at Queen St Korean restaurant.

A great start didn't have a happy ending.

Restaurant business is booming, but will there be enough staff?

Owner of two Subway stores will face court over allegations she "exploited" a worker.

Simon Gault says changes to overseas worker rules are "terribly concerning".

All our favourite foodie news and events for the weekend.

These home cooks are proof that not everybody has what it takes to be the next Nigella.

From carbonara to Marmite, five times Nigella served up infuriating concoctions.

Consumer attitudes towards fats and proteins are changing.

Heineken were found to have engaged in "illegal anti-competitive market abuse" in Greece.

Independent Liquor back in black on fatter margins in face of shrinking sales.

The country's first wood-fired duck oven is the hot attraction at new restaurant Huami.

Known for her sumptuous yet easy recipes, her pasta has outraged Italians in particular.

This Korean barista's incredible latte art is a hit online.

From chef Jamie Oliver to food writer Chrissy Teigen, failsafe methods for frying an egg.

He accepted a lift to work from a stranger, but the kindness didn't end there.

A Mad Butcher franchise in Christchurch has started a Givealittle to pay staff wages.

And the tips to make them last longer.

Used by thousands daily, scientists have assessed how many germs are on shopping trolleys.

A woman was unjustifiably dismissed after sharing beer and vodka with trainees.

Used clinically for many years, this diet is known for quick weight loss outcomes.

Nostalgic chocolate lovers are in for a treat.

It might help in the short term, but does it promote long-term healthy drinking habits?

McDonald's customer disgusted after chicken burger served raw.

Find all your favourite bits from today's Bite magazine online in Jo Elwin's Ed's letter.

COMMENT: Binge sobriety, like fad dieting, won't help you long term.