This has been something of an institution since its opening seven or so years ago and it's easy to see why.

I don't take great trouble to disguise my identity when I eat out. The photo above may suggest some coyness, but I am unmasked on the Herald's website. I book in an assumed name and the Professor usually takes the lead when we arrive. But that's it.

There are many beautiful beaches to base yourself on Waiheke. We chose Onetangi.

Avoid the pre-Christmas madness and invest in some healthy healing time on Waiheke Island.

Donna McIntyre sets out in search of the Hauraki Gulf's bounty on a fishing charter boat.

Waiheke Island has never been better positioned to take its place as a serious feature on the New Zealand winescape.

Fraser Munroe has been a stonemason for 17 years, and his quality stonework can be seen at many of Waiheke Island's vineyards and lodges. He tells Raewyn Court what he loves about living on the island.

Former England captain Phil Vickery is encouraging the English rugby fans to make the trip to New Zealand.

When it comes to old-fashioned arthouse cinemas, Auckland is spoilt for choice, writes Cate Foster.

Waiheke winemaker Kim Goldwater has donated a 14ha section of his vineyard to the University of Auckland.

There's something wonderfully decadent about dining out yet being in your own private room. One of the most fabulous eateries to cross the Viva radar recently is the underground cellar at Cable Bay vineyard on Waiheke Island.

Libby Nicholson-Moon finds 10 of the best cafes for Sunday brunch.

Three talented Waiheke artists open the doors of their studios and reveal how their home, workplace and surrounding environment is imperative to their inspiration.

Do wines taste better drunk from a glass while meandering among the vines from which the grapes were grown? I think so, but then I am hopelessly sentimental.

The Tea Lady in Birkenhead Point is all retro charm, with china cups, a host of brews, chilled tea infusions and even 'coffee if you must'.

Our four-legged beasts can now share the love in Auckland parks.