Serving the flavours of northeastern China and gorgeous cocktails.

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Visit a place deeply committed to French cuisine, while taking the odd Aotearoa detour.

This Indian restaurant gravitates around eggs. But there’s much more to delight in.

The staff radiate at least as much warmth as the restaurant’s bucket of glowing coals.

Viva’s dining-out editor reflects on 25 years of eating across the city.

This peaceful and attentive dining room serves up simple yet sublime sushi.