We came here because Benediction is an old favourite and we hadn't been in ages as it's a little off the beaten track for us these days now we live in the 'burbs.

Discover some culinary delights with Diana Clement.

If you've booked a table but can't make it let the venue know, writes Don Kavanagh.

Loyal regulars had mentioned to me that Cafe Rikka in Newmarket had gone badly off the boil. Then I heard it had closed. These two things may not be unrelated.

We came here because we were staying in Mangawhai for Easter - along with several thousand other people; the coastal tourist spot was packed.

Ponsonby newcomer kicks off to a strong start.

A little Indonesia in the heart of Parnell.

We came here because my brother-in-law and his wife were housesitting close by and had made this their local for a few weeks. They were big fans, so we came to find out what the fuss was about.

The first and last time I saw Tristan, we were both stoned as chooks.

Remuera, I have an apology to make ...

I don't mourn Cin Cin because its spirit has been dead so long.

It wasn't just the summer rain slicing through the street lights and pelting on the grey asphalt that made me think, for a moment, that I was in New York.

Butter chicken tops the readings, but it's still a favourite.

A beach suburb turns up a surprisingly decent dining out option.

We came here because one of my regular brunch companions goes past this newish cafe and thought it looked worth investigating.

Grand. The proof of that is of course in the food.