Jay-Z and Beyonce made the most of a beautiful day in Auckland yesterday.

Choosing a hotel restaurant as a dining venue can pay off.

We came here because it was a beautiful day for relaxing in the sun, contemplating Rangitoto from afar.

Two Kiwi chefs are working in the centre of Melbourne - a pressure-cooker city shaping enticing food trends.

A trip to the north of the Shore holds delicious surprises and a stunning view.

In London last Tuesday a Latvian, Janis Nords, was caught trying to skip out on a £1000 ($2050) bill at the St James's St restaurant L'Oranger.

The oddly named eatery derives from the transplantation of Cafe Rikka which had to shut up shop at Victoria Park when redevelopment started there.

A Japanese restaurant goes a long way to debunking stereotypes about seaweed and tofu.

The food and service at a Spanish eatery make up for other distractions.

The recession has not stopped Kiwis from regularly dining out at cafes and restaurants but many have changed their habits, a survey has found.

Three of the world's best-known chefs will combine to prepare a "once in a lifetime" meal at the exclusive Cape Kidnappers resort in Hawkes Bay.

Fresh and fragrant dishes served up in a simple, comfortable setting is a dining experience to rival the best.

The line of Edwardian terrace shops near the top of Queen St is an unlikely place for a French restaurant.

Viva celebrates the best of Taste of Auckland - the festival dedicated to good food, wine, and company - yours!

Britain's maestro of molecular gastronomy is just as good at pub grub, finds Rob McFarland.

The owner of my favourite espresso bar, Ben Boyle, has a background in metaphysics - I'm not sure if this has any bearing on his coffee-making ability, but it makes for interesting conversation while you enjoy his product.

Intimate bistro dining is propelled to new levels by wonderfully flavourful fare.

The hospitality business is about to get a shake up by way of a long-awaited Food Bill that will focus on food safety, writes Steve Mackenzie.

Attentive staff help make a success of this Shore wine bar, writes John Gardner.

The lucky folks at Herne Bay know when they are on to a good thing.

We came here because my friend - a new mum - had the place recommended to her by members of her coffee group as a child-friendly cafe.

The new lair of a group of foodie artists proves deserving of its popularity.

More cafes, bars and restaurants are forgoing surcharges on public holidays.

Of course the Commonwealth Games went off without a hitch. What's that? You call those hitches? Obviously you have never been to India.