New ZealandIconic all-you-can-eat restaurant shuts: Is Covid killing the buffet?Eight at Cordis Auckland will not be offering buffet service under red light settings.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Business'A true friend gone too soon': Renowned NZ restaurateur diesThe owner of Sails, Barton Littlejohn, died this week aged only 57.25 Aug 05:27 AM
New ZealandAuckland Thai takeaway agrees to translate hidden menuRestaurant Association says translated menu will ensure all can experience and enjoy.04 Oct 12:00 AM
LifestyleGreat plates: The hunt for Auckland's 100 defining dishesThe public will be asked to help choose 50 iconic meals at Auckland eateries.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand1000 hospitality jobs already gone, more feared as lockdown bitesRestaurants and cafes fear for their future during another lockdown.12 Aug 07:06 PM
Business'A tidal wave': Bar owner describes how busy post-lockdown has beenA business owner says things are looking up for him but that can't be said for everyone.24 Jun 12:30 AM
Lifestyle'Massive impact': Kiwi chef's plan to tackle habit hurting our restaurantsIt can cost restaurants thousands - leading to a call to pass some pain on to diners.22 Jun 09:34 PM
New ZealandNational MP flouts social distancing, labels 'St Jacinda's' rules rubbishNorthland MP Matt King dismisses social distancing rules, says NZ not 'Nazi Germany'.20 May 02:40 AM
New ZealandStruggling businesses offered food delivery helping handBusinesses in the hospitality industry are struggling with the impacts of Covid-19.23 Apr 10:26 PM
New ZealandUber Eats slammed for not reducing charges to restaurants and cafesDue to the Covid-19 impacts, 20 per cent of the industry in New Zealand may never reopen.22 Apr 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Hospitality is in crisis,' Epidemic Response Committee hearsCovid-19 is a catastrophe for the hospitality sector, the Restaurant Association says.08 Apr 05:46 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessCoronavirus: Hundreds of hospitality businesses on brink of collapseRestaurant Association calls for $500 wage subsidies.12 Mar 04:36 AM
LifestyleDiabetic's BYO dinner row: Restaurant Association weighs inDiabetics who are eating their own food in a restaurant "should advise the staff first".16 Sep 07:10 AM
BusinessRestaurants enjoying taste of successRestaurant business is booming, but will there be enough staff?07 Jul 11:04 PM
EmploymentShould tipping in NZ be mandatory?Paula Bennett says New Zealanders should be saying thank you - with their wallets.22 May 05:31 AM
LifestyleCheap eats could spike pricesThousands of Kiwis are cashing in on daily deals and voucher specials to eat out for less - but there's a warning: the offers may force up prices.14 Jun 11:09 PM
LifestyleCold food becoming a hot trendRestaurateurs have been quietly watching what you eat, collating a new report on the hottest trends in dining out. Here's a sneak preview, courtesy of Joanna Mathers.26 Apr 04:15 PM
Small BusinessNo holiday surcharge, but....Public holiday surcharges seem to be on the decline at Auckland eateries, but an industry insider says establishments are compensating by raising prices year-round.06 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleCheeky prices for a pintRecently released industry statistics show the country's pubs and bars have an average 100 per cent mark-up across food and drink.16 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandAdd the buzz - cancel the bookingsBooking a table at one of the city's hottest restaurant was once the way to impress friends. Now it's getting a seat within an hour of arriving.09 Nov 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>Steve Mackenzie:</i> Why surcharges are not newsworthyDon't like surcharges? Vote with your feet, says Restaurant Association chief executive Steve Mackenzie.03 Jan 04:30 PM
