Our needs are different when the heat doubles down.

He's never been to Samoa, but he can't wait to put its sea worms on the menu in Parnell.

Put this dining experience on your bucket list immediately.

Plus, vegetarian yum cha and more restaurant news from Birkdale to Matakana.

Acquaint yourself with the steak hache, the paua ravioli, and all of the desserts.

Including a sleek new noodle bar for Newmarket, and some snacks to try.