About 10 per cent of New Zealanders are addicted to alcohol. Hilary Stichbury finds out what life's like for those who give up.

At 117, the world's oldest woman credits one food in particular with the secret to her longevity.

They say it's really hard to describe great pinot noir. I've given these three a fairly decent crack though ...

Celebrity chef Rick Stein has been on a food-finding tour of European cities, so we don't have to.

Each week Greg Bruce challenges a chef to make him lunch in less than 10 minutes.

Food and its presentation takes on an artistic hue in Dominion Rd.

From foodie events to diet tips, here are the best bites of food news this week.

New menu items and digital efforts like mobile ordering helped Starbucks defy a restaurant-industry slowdown.

Vegetarians have often argued that their diet is more environmentally friendly, but a carbon footprint study reveals how friendly our food really is.

This miracle beer, which gets people drunk but does not leave them paying the price afterwards, is a closely guarded secret, however some of the ingredients have been made public.

The man who ate Lincoln Rd listens to love songs and love stories at Valentines.

New research reveals more of us take pictures of our food before we eat.

Despite feeding her family on a tight budget, this Porirua mum is changing lives with her food parcel initiative.

The tiny dishes of this Lyttelton eatery grew on locals, says Jesse Mulligan.

Nutella is petitioning the FDA to raise it's serving size to one tablespoon, arguing they are a spread and not just a dessert.

Nutritionists say you don't have to cut back on calories to reach your ideal weight - and the secret is making sure you're eating the right thing at breakfast.

Her Little & Friday cafe empire turns over $5 million a year now, but as Kim Evans tells Greg Bruce, it wasn't always smooth sailing.

You've heard it before and you'll hear it again: breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and eating it could help battle the bulge and manage it long-term.

Pancakes and fritters are a versatile option for all situations from canapes to main courses and desserts.

Got a wrap for lunch? Here's why you may have actually been better off with a sandwich.

The researchers found we're also influenced by descriptive language - something skilful menu writers have long known.

After leaving the less-than-sunny shores of the UK I was hit with the heat of Dubai.

Ned Bartlett and Jono Corfe travelled the length and breadth of the country to test out the wares at almost 50 of NZ's bastions of community.

So you thought Hawke's Bay and Waiheke had this varietal all sewn up? Here's a trio from less well-known zones...

It's service with a smile here - unless you help yourself to the wine.

Sales at Countdown supermarkets rose 1.9 per cent in the first quarter of the 2017 financial year.

Each week Greg Bruce challenges a chef to make him lunch in less than 10 minutes.

In the midst of Ponsonby's ever-changing face, a Jewish-inspired cafe carries on with moreish classics.

COMMENT: So for a treat, have a few of these in the cupboard and next time you visit an elderly relative take a few boxes. They'll love them.

Each week Canvas’ Greg Bruce challenges a chef to make him lunch in less than 10 minutes. This week Pip Wylie of Onslow Bar & Eatery makes lamb's fry with streaky bacon, shallots, Marsala and cream.