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Review: Unusual jewel in 'old quarter' of Parnell
Service needs tweaking at this unusual jewel in 'old quarter'.

The secret history of Ponsonby Road icon SPQR
According to Esther Lamb there were hot pants, high heels and table-top dancing.

Top chefs joining Commercial Bay
Three top chefs are getting involved with Auckland's Commercial Bay.

Restaurant review: Dr Rudi's Rooftop Brewing Company
Feeling fried on the sun deck? Enjoy the deep-fried fare indoors.

Where to brunch: Ponsonby hideaway worth the hunt
Hyde Kitchen is a garden paradise not to be missed.

Restaurant review: Let bygones be gone
The romantic imagery conveyed by a hotel fails to convey itself to the kitchen.

Review: Delicious food makes delicious memories
By George, it's fine by me, writes Peter Calder in his 5-star review.

First man to review Meredith's pays a final visit
Before it closes at Christmas, the first person to review Merediths pays a final visit.

TV chef's foul-mouthed rant over complaint about $350 meal
Michelin-star chef told diner "my palette [sic] is 10 million times better than yours".

Best pizza in Chicago?
Gabe Fries from Bobby’s Bike Hike Chicago on the best pizza in the city.

Chef loses job while on holiday, awarded $33k
Chef at Indian restaurant Satya has been awarded $33,465 for being unjustly dismissed.

Kingsland's Mix is 'basic Chinese masquerading as hip'
Choices ran, at top speed, the gamut from unremarkable to poor.

Transport your taste buds at Taco Loco Cantina
If you can't physically get to Mexico this weekend, a Mt Albert cantina will help.

The new Viaduct restaurant you must visit
Fluttering with excitement in a beauty of a Viaduct restaurant beast.

Top chef reveals meals you should never order
And why you should definitely steer clear of anything with truffle oil.

Our changing central business districts
CBDs are coping with retail challenges. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Antiques shop owner charges delivery driver $350 for 5mins parking
Driver has to call friend for money, telling owner 'I'm only making $5 for this delivery'

The city café that will have you chuffed
An inventive menu and charming outdoor seating hit the spot.

Activists: animal cafes not cute, they're abusive
They're popular tourist spots in Asia but experts warn you should stay away from trend.

Restaurant review: Simon & Lee
An introduction to Auckland's latest food obsession goes down well.

For sale: Restaurant to the stars
Eric Watson's landmark asset Soul Bar & Bistro is on the market.