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Foodies rejoice, Auckland’s North Shore is opening a new hospitality precinct, Goodside, a curated selection of eateries situated in an event hub. 

Five days, five get-ups with Sydney creative director, Sophia Athas. 

There were dozens of sweet new titles worth your time, but these are the ones that are also worth your money.

Newmarket has a slick new coffee spot that’s serving some of the best brews in town.

When it comes to travel, you always have options. Of course, first you have to decide where you want to go but it’s also important to choose the right person to travel with. And if you’re anything like us—AKA terribly impatient and constantly planning your next trip—you probs don’t want to wait for your mates to get it together before booking.

The collection is a nod to the upcoming 60th anniversary of the moon landing, and the cool mathematicians and physicists that got us there. 

Get hyped. 

 Meet Kage, an exciting new eatery in Kingsland, serving unique fare inspired by flavours of Malaysia, Singapore and the Pacific.

Touted as a natural alternative to relieve a plethora of ailments, cannabidiol (or CBD) is rising in popularity for the most part in a shift in people’s perception surrounding natural therapies and the change in our desire to lead healthier lifestyles via what we put on and in our bodies.

Another month, another line-up of killer movies. Grab that popcorn, head to the theatre and take your pick from the best movies out this November. 

Not your average 25-year-old, Grace Forrest set up Walk Free Foundation when she was just 17 years old and in just eight years it has worked to liberate almost 19,000 people from slavery—so you could say she’s doing an OK job.

It’s a firm yes from me. Supreme continues their hot streak of collabs and I’m calling it – this could be one of the best they’ve given us this year.

Everything sucks. Except this Daria capsule collection. 

From celebrating the arrival of Harry and Meghan, to a new concept store to a new food delivery store, there's plenty happening on the foodie scene in the 09.

The home of progressive skincare products and the addictive sounds of K-Pop, Korea is leading the way when it comes to the latest hair trends. While the runways at the S/S19 Hera Seoul Fashion Week were hot with edgy designs, it was the city’s influencers and their bold street style that caught our attention.

When news broke Augustus was shutting its doors, Auckland suffered from citywide heartbreak. So when we heard Mudbrick a.k.a our heroes, had taken over the space, the world made sense again and the foodie scene shared a collective sigh of relief. 

As a part of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we spoke with two women who are doing their best to change the world one t-shirt at a time—the NopeSisters.

If you’re spending hours stalking strangers on Instagram every night, you might as well make sure they are inspiring you to live your best life. And what’s your best life without a good dose of travel inspo?

We're not crying, you are.

When you’re living that busy city life, your skincare routine is often rushed or pushed to last on the agenda. Whether you’re flakey like puff pastry or fighting the oily battles, the struggle is real, and we hear your collective sighs. That’s why we teamed up with NIVEA to bring you these five skinsaving hacks for all you ladies on the go.

Between its urban interior and playful Mexican-fusion menu, Two Fingers feels more like New York or Melbourne than the tropical cafes or warungs of Bali. It’s a good example of what makes the island such an impressive culinary destination. One minute you’re amongst the chaos of the streets—the lawless scooter riders, packs of street dogs and temple ceremonies that spill out into traffic—and the next you’ve stepped into a sophisticated dining experience that feels like a world away.

Day of the Dead is a Mexican ritual dedicated to honouring our nearest and dearest departed with feasts, dancing, sugar skulls and art. 

Calling all sugar fiends: we have the sweetest, most sugary and delightful news for you. New Zealand’s iconic sugar wonderland is set to  reopen The Chelsea Bay Visitor And Food Education Centre tomorrow.

The Chelsea Sugar Factory is back and home to Auckland’s sweetest new opening, Sugar.

From a horror maze to a Bollywood party to getting a tattoo, Auckland has it all. Here are the best things to do in Auckland for Halloween.

We know, we know, your phone is probably already packed. Last month you had to choose between a new Cardi B track and that photo of your nephew eating ice-cream (bye bye, little Timmy).

Yes, you read that right, a cocktail art gallery is about to open in Auckland this November for five days only. The legends at Bombay Sapphire who have brought you some of the best pop-ups around town are at it once again. This time they’re taking over the Glasshouse in the new Morningside precinct for an art show like no other. The Living Gallery is an interactive exhibit all about, you guessed it, creativity and cocktails.

Time to embrace that monochrome palette, care of fashion’s favourite silver-haired icon. 

Just when we thought Takapuna couldn’t get any better, a brand new opening pops up reminding us it’s one of the best spots in town. 

And your eyeballs will get to lap it up pretty damn soon.

Fashion is getting meaningful and we are here for it. 

Get hyped guys, we’ve been blessed with a first look at Virgil Abloh’s debut Louis Vuitton collection. 

It may be approaching summer over here but think of those poor souls up in the northern hemisphere for a second. Nothing but dull, dreary skies for the foreseeable and only the promise of their local café serving up pumpkin spice lattes for comfort. It’s little wonder the pumpkin spice obsession has spilt (literally) over from hot beverages to beauty (?).

One of the most fascinating places in the world to visit right now is Cuba. Having only emerged from the grips of communism relatively recently, it’s a captivating and mystifying destination—with the capital of Havana an undisputed highlight.

Haunted houses? Yup, been there, done that. A haunted horror maze? Now that’s something that sends shivers down our spine.

Twenty years ago the South Central Louisiana State University Mud Dogs beat the Cougars at the Bourbon Bowl 30-27. It was a massive event in sporting history and has remained one of the greatest comebacks of all time. You might know it better as The Waterboy. 

Contender for collab of the year? Absolutely, yes. 

New openings, new menus, new food and drink products, Auckland is filled with them all. This week was no exception with a new launch for those who love peanut butter, a new release from Whittakers and a new opening at the airport.

As if we weren’t spoilt enough with the likes of Netflix, Neon, Lightbox and Crunchyroll, you can now add Shudder and Sundance Now to the mix.

If you lack a certain flair when it comes to hosting people, don’t stress, we’ve got you covered. Say goodbye to basic backyard barbeques, together with Mitre 10 we're bringing you eight essential home buys to level up a summer soirée with minimal effort (that won't break the bank either). Do it for your friends, and if not for them, do it for the ‘Gram

Welcome to Unmasked. The series where we try a bunch of weird beauty treatments to see a) whether they actually work, b) how much we can embarrass our editors. Particularly the male ones. Particularly the male ones whose skin looks like ham.

Since 2014 food truck Pūhā and Pākeha has been serving up delicious kai from their food truck and now they've found a new home in bustling Grey Lynn. 

In just two days, the latest collection from our fav collab pals Supreme and The North Face will be unleashed online much to the delight of hypebeasts everywhere.

I know we’re been doing the whole no-make-up-make-up for a while but if you’re looking to hit it hard, look no further.

​Gut health is the damsel in distress of the 21stcentury. It’s unbalanced, it’s unstable, it’s too acidic, it’s too alkaline, it’s causing you to bloat, it’s causing those headaches. 

If you’ve ever felt personally victimized by your wardrobe cause you didn’t have anything to wear (especially to a music festival), we hear you.

You’ve been saving your hard-earned dollars ahead of your grand adventure. You’ve booked the flights, sussed your visas and it’s only a matter of time before you’re lazing on a beach with your out of office on. But the hard part isn’t over yet. You don’t want your money to slip between your fingers in a few short days or weeks.

Everyone kind of thought that digital nomads were lying. Surely it couldn't be that easy to slot working and travelling together? But now, everyone is doing it. 

No expense has been spared because #memories.

Expect drama, mystery, horror, comedy and all the docu-series.

There will be hoodies and chains for your pooch too.

Our favourite cartoon mouse is turning 90 this year and to celebrate, there have been a whole lot of special, limited edition collabs featuring those famous ears.

Whether you’re team Bughead or team Varchie, you’re going to want to read this.

Tell me, what’s the most excited you’ve ever been about buying underwear? Well, triple that. 

Usually reserved for rave dens and festival days, this new season neon is a tonne more sophisticated, and yep, you need it now. 

Here’s a round-up of the foodie news you need to know this week!

Dark, seductive and cheeky. As it should be.

"I've listened to too many podcasts" said no one ever.

Post-conviction legal processes don’t usually make for riveting television, but we’ll make an exception for Making A Murderer Part 2.

The South Korean island of Jeju (Jeju-do in Korean) is practically made for travellers. Not only does it boast some of the freshest seafood around (gathered by legit mermaids, more on that later) but it also has hikes aplenty to help burn off any guilt from say, that third helping of mackerel at lunch.

Bali. The gift that keeps on giving.

The billionaire mogul behind Kylie Cosmetics has just dropped the biggest hint to date that she’s launching a line of skincare products

We speak to Aqua's René Dif about pop's greatest era and making Barbie Girl live forever. 

Nope, you did not read that title wrong. Literal cash will be hidden inside ice cream scoops this weekend. And yes, the ice cream will be free. Friends, we believe that’s exactly what they call a win-win. 

​We’re well and truly in a post-Spacey world now, guys. House Of Cards just dropped a new trailer for its sixth (and final season), and if you had any doubts Robin Wright could handle the heat, lay them to rest.

Holey. Moley. We kid you not. Prepare for a jaw-dropping experience with the arrival of bar-slash-golf club-slash eatery Holey Moley in the City of Sails.

It’s official; the next gen of supers have arrived to take over the world. Ever since Kaia Gerber—daughter of genetically blessed supermodel, Cindy Crawford—walked her first runway late last year, all eyes have been on Lila Moss, daughter of equally genetically blessed supermodel, Kate Moss, to make her debut.

It’s a wrap for S/S 19 Fashion Week in New York, London, Paris and Milan. Among the big budget moments—Savage x Fenty’s inclusive game-changer of an inaugural show, Helena Christensen walking for Dolce & Gabbana, and Gigi Hadid’s wedding gown moment at Moschino, just to name a few—it was the avalanche of inspiring beauty moments that have left us dying to chuck out our nude palettes and swap for all things fluoro and glitter. 

There is a lot you look for when buying a suitcase, but guys this Herschel one literally has it all.

While I could say this collab is ‘highly anticipated’ or ‘the best of the year’, frankly I’d be lying. Why? Because Virgil Abloh seems to be on a hot streak and is dropping fire collabs on us left, right and centre. Truth be told, they’re all amazing. 

Want to get your money sorted but need a bit of a hand? Thankfully if you’ve got a smartphone there are a bunch of apps that can help.

Kylie Jenner took to Instagram to unveil the new Kylie Cosmetics Halloween collection, and we are so on board.

Mickey Mouse and Vans are at it again to celebrate everyone's favourite mouse.  

To keep you in the know, we’ve had our eyes peeled for the newest openings and products around the city.

…and they won’t break the bank.

Well Paris Fashion Week is officially over, and we’ve learned a lot. It's been another mammoth week. Let’s jump right into it, shall we?

Parnell's latest restaurant, Fang, is bringing a splash of punk culture. 

You need to get yourself on this new BBC series Bodyguard, because the hit thriller is coming to Netflix New Zealand on 24 October.

Lace up, people. Nike are about to drop the new range of Air Force 1 for women, and we’ve managed to nab a sneak peek.

The new Forza Horizon 4 manages something that’s rare in racing games: it’s built for people who genuinely, really fking love driving cars.

When we decide to grow out our bob to a lob due to the fact most hair grows no more than half an inch each month, it can almost feel like an eternity. The good news is, you can speed up the process when it comes to growing out your hair. 

Grime institution Eskimo Dance has just announced they’ll be hitting our side of the globe and we are ready.

October marks the beginning of warmer days and longer nights which to us, means a whole lot more fun. This month you can eat around the world, do good, and indulge in some of New Zealand’s best chocolate. Between all of the feasts and drinking, you even have the chance to run a marathon—whether you’re ready or not—and get your summer bod happening at New Zealand’s biggest fitness expo. Whatever your jam, October has something for everyone. 

Five days, five get-ups with Melbourne sneaker collector Lucas Blackman. 

Hollywood has provided the goods yet again, with a line-up of must-see movies about to drop this October.

The first drop in the adidas x Dragon Ball Z collab is here so you can do battle with your feet.

Are you constantly on the go, go, go train with never a second to slow down? (Puts hand up). Are you enduring life while dealing with regular skin breakouts? (Puts another up, whelp). Are you taking the pill, but looking for an alternative? (Yes, and always).

Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut (he can act, he can speak French, he can direct. Sigh) had its L.A premiere last night, but it was Lady Gaga, the leading lady in the upcoming music biopic that completely, unabashedly, stole the show—and not least because she is absolute fire in the film (she sings, she plays piano, she acts. SIGH).

Let us walk you through a quick hypothetical. You’re trying to save money, stop eating badly, and start bringing your lunch to work. You’re two days into this new commitment when you’ve begun to run out of ingredients, you’ve already spent more on groceries for the week than you would have on buying lunch each day, and you’re sick to death of tinned tuna.

To keep you in-the-know, we’ve had our eyes peeled for the newest openings and products around the city

Summer is juuust around the corner and we couldn’t be any more excited. Keen to get out of town but don’t wanna venture to the other side of the globe? Dunedin is the place to be!

It’s the mac daddy of true crime, and it’s coming back to Netflix. The long-awaited Making A Murderer Part 2 is launching globally (yep, even here) on 19 October. That’s only a few weeks away, guys.

Honey is the latest skincare trend breaking the internet and we've rounded up our top picks for spring.

Baggage doesn’t have to be boring. Here are seven suitcases that'll save your style game next time you fly, staycation or road trip. 

 Not just Candy Crush.

Ok hypebeats, time to bust open the piggy bank. The Supreme x Nike FW’18 collection is about to drop, and we’re not gonna lie, it’s a biggie.

Singapore Airlines is now the proud owner of an A350-900ULR (with another 11 set to join their ranks) which means, thanks to developments in fuel efficiency, it’s able to travel for a hefty 20 hours without stopping.

Summer couldn’t come sooner. We’re counting down until the balmy days, long nights and—of course—countless trips to New Zealand’s best beaches. 

​Childish Gambino is a man who thinks breakfast, lunch and dinner’s for beginners so it only makes sense that his live shows will be out of the ordinary

Get on to some Seoul searching at Auckland’s Korean Street Food Festival!

Get ready for the ultimate blast from the past because the PlayStation One is officially making a comeback.

Attention beauty fanatics: we have some seriously good news for you! New Zealand’s second all-encompassing beauty destination, MECCA will open its doors right in the heart of the central city this Friday! 

Well, holy moly. It’s officially the best time to be Kiwi ever. Why? Because the almighty Kiwi icons Tip Top and Whittaker’s have just dropped the mother of all collabs. And it’s here forever, baby!

Well, the Emmys are done and dusted for another year. And while we love to judge red-carpet outfits from our couches while wearing soup-stained pyjamas, the award ceremony is where the real action is. Think of the winner’s list as your lazy guide to figuring out which shows are worth your time. It’s also worth noting many of the winners are female-lead series this year (fist pump).

Bobbi Brown, reigning champion of the smoky eye and natural, everyday makeup looks, is a dead-set beauty hall of famer. From coveted palettes in a plethora of wearable nudes, to the iconic shimmer brick (the OG of shimmer bricks, for those keeping score), Bobbi Brown has been a stalwart in the beauty industry for well over two decades. Why? Because ALL of their colours are totally wearable (read: they do day-to-night looks like no one else in the biz!)—and we’re all about hard-working, multi-purpose products for your $$$.

If you thought you were living your absolute best life, think again as we have found the ultimate dream job.

To keep you in-the-know, we’ve had our eyes peeled for the newest openings and products around the city.

Museum of the Moon is making that trip to space seem a lot closer than you would think.

The Dr. Martens X CDG Collaboration stays true to the original design of the infamous shoe but grabs the attention of every person on the street

Sid and Chand Sahrawat are the adding The French Café to their empire of eateries with and they have finally given us some deets on their takeover

Get your crew sorted stat.

Thank you, sweet Netflix gods. We’ve been waiting for this thing since March. Even though the US received its second dose of The Sinner (AKA the greatest show of 2017) in August, little ol’ Australia and New Zealand will have to wait till 9 November for season 2. But things could be worse. I mean, we're still pretty excited.

Did someone say illuminated night kayaking on Moreton Island? Let's get on it. 

Just when we thought we were finally getting our heads around this whole glass skin trend, we’re now witnessing the birth of another—glass hair!  

K’rd classic Fort Greene has re-opened and back, better and bigger than ever! 

This is just the start for Augustus Bistro as Robyn and Nick Jones from Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant will be taking over!

Go on, dip your toes in to the best hidden beaches across Australia.

Yes, you want them and yep you can pull ‘em off too. 

All your Sunday inspo wrapped into one handly lil' package.

Morningside just got a whole lot sweeter, with its latest addition, Miann!

It’s that time of the year again where Auckland artists crawl out of their studios and share their masterpieces with the rest of the city and we couldn’t be any more excited.

To keep you in-the-know, we’ve had our eyes peeled for the newest openings and products around the city. Here’s a round-up of the foodie news you need to know this week!

Crafted with the exemplary vision of the Brett Group (the guys behind Fishbone Local, in case you were wondering), Mason should be on top of your to-do list next time you’re in Canggu. Think modern Australian cuisine with organic ingredients and traditional cooking methods, and you get the magic that is Mason. 

In case you missed the memo (or have been living under an ignorance-is-bliss rock), Christmas is just around the corner. We all know what that means: Santa, summer holiday and—the best part—the work Christmas party.

Just when we thought Auckland couldn’t get any sweeter, a new doughnut delivery service swings into town to drive the foodie scene into a frenzy! 

When Kim Kardashian shared her love of The Ordinary’s anti-ageing serum, the internet basically had a meltdown as everyone scrambled to get their mitts on the magic formula. 

Tacos, tick. Warm weather, tick. Stunning beaches, tickety tick. Have I sold you on Mexico yet? Thought so. Now when it comes to Mexico accommodation, there are a few ways you can go. Most Americans head straight for gated super resorts like El Cozumeleño or Riu Palace Riviera, but if you’re looking to skip feeling like a tourist, try these epic designer hotels instead.

Well guys, the end of the year is shaping up to be pretty freaking expensive. There's been some epic collabs over the last few months, but this one might take the cake. 

Get your brooms, wands and your strongest pinky finger pointing game for a magical Harry Potter high tea.

Seriously though, how much time do you have because we’ve been lusting over everything all damn day.

Melbourne Cup Day is upon us (Tuesday, November 6 FYI) but, sadly, many of us won’t be making the trip to Flemington. Fear not, you can still party in style right here in Auckland. 

Let’s face it, Auckland’s housing market is tough. So the truth is we’re probably going to be stuck living with our flatmates (or parents) for a while yet.

No longer will we have to venture out to Manukau to get our fix of Krispy Kreme goodness. That’s right, Krispy Kreme has officially opened up in Newmarket! 

​We’re kicking off a new Book Club series today, so settle down and get comfy. Maybe pop the kettle on. Every month we’ll be checking out a handful of hyped new releases in the literary world, and September is looking like a bumper month. We’ve got J.K. Rowling’s new thriller, a Homeric saga from Pat Barker, and Lisa Brennan-Jobs’ scathing biography of her late dad, Steve. (You know Steve, right?)

Yup, you can get paid to read books while living the high life at a desert island resort, what more could you as more?

Meet Belly Worship, an epic neon-lit wonderland serving up Chinese fare with a twist.

The iconic Nike Blazer never ceases to be a source of podiatry inspiration for people far cooler than me. I, of course, have a couple of pairs but I do not wear them with any sort of ironic swagger nor do I have that uncanny ability to make a sneaker look chic when paired with a suit pant. And yet I persist…

The new summer collection features cream denim, lemon yellows and bottle greens. 

Will travel for good coffee.

Okay, so there isn't much info out there for this one yet. It's all very mysterious. But we'll clue you in on what we know so far.

We know, we know, there’s some great new action flicks on Netflix this month. But leave The Mummy and Kickass on hold for two secs—there’s a bunch of epic docos that are probably more important. This month we’ve got terrifying AI game machines, a group of inspiring women in the Congo, and a hot-of-the-presses glimpse into Trump’s midterm campaign.

We can all dream about those dreaded bags and dark circles banishing for good but in the meantime, here’s a few tips on how you can say bye-bye to tired eyes!

It’s pretty much the largest-scale piece of awesomeness artist Nick Cave has ever done so we’re hella thrilled it’ll be open for business Down Under but to top it all of, there’s actually a heap more for you to see.

Aucklanders love of street food and food trucks has no bounds, and now a WHOLE DAY festival dedicated to all of its deliciousness.

We recently chatted to Chef Wallace about where he gets his food inspo, his go-to comfort dish and where he heads out with his mates for a drink.

To keep you in the know—just in case you missed it—here's the foodie news you need to know about this week.

Whether you’re both fresh off the Tinder boat or you’ve been a happy couple for years now, sometimes you both have to take a bit of ‘us’ time to gaze into each other’s eyes and skip down the street hand in hand.

Big news, guys. Two of our favourites are teaming up for a pretty sweet collab. PUMA and Polaroid are set to drop their much-anticipated sneaker pack on 8 September. Booyeah. 

If your usual everyday lightweight moisturiser just doesn’t seem to cut it anymore and heavy night creams almost feel as though your skin is suffocating in a blanket of snow, then worry no more. The solution? Serum. Let’s resuscitate that dehydrated, dull skin of yours, because no matter what you need, there’s a serum that’s right for you.

 Ancient lava caves lurk beneath Auckland...with more than 200 entrances, you can find them in private backyards, under roadside manholes and even behind garages.

​Run, don’t walk—a new peanut butter creation is hitting New Zealand’s shores and it’s totally out of this world.

The whole process of searching for a new job is the actual pits, right? It’s bad enough you’re over your current role and have missed out on valuable Netflix viewing hours updating your resume, now you have to trawl through job sites looking for something you actually like.

Ain’t no doubt about it: the 90s were legitimately the best decade ever. We mean, what’s not to love about jamming to the Spice Girls dressed head-to-toe in denim?! What a time to be alive. 

September means spring, longer nights and all of these amazing events to look forward to—safe to say we’re nothing short of excited. Kicking off with New Zealand Fashion Week, September brings a whole month of theatre, a whole lot of boozy events, and endless amounts of food. We might even suggest you keep your stretchy pants on for this one. Go on, make September the best month yet—it’s got your name written all over it!

Gorgeous, lush locks are pretty much synonymous with ghd and now things are stepping up a notch with their latest release: the ghd Platinum+.

As autumn approaches, Wellington is getting ready to hosts its biggest theatrical event of the year—World Of WearableArt (WOW). 

For years, Urban Outfitters has stocked the latest brands from fashion, homewares and beauty, with their own fashion label making it near impossible to resist their effortless mix of quirky street style and minimalism. And now, this global giant is dabbling in the beauty arena, yesterday announcing that they’re set to launch their first in-house beauty label, Ohii.

If you’re in a bit of a dining rut, a speak-easy turned uber-cool Japanese restaurant hidden behind a big ol’ red door on K-Road will probably do the trick. K-Road’s famous Vegas Rooms (that’s the former strip club part, if you’re too young to remember this era) are being transformed into Auckland’s coolest hidden dining spot, complete with multiple courses of Japanese food, overflowing drinks, music you can get down to, and an all-round sensory experience from the moment you find the red door. 

If you’re anything like us, you love both a) waffles and b) burgers. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, we don’t mind when…we just want the deliciousness in our belly! Well, what if we were to tell you that a waffle and a burger got together and had a baby?!

Set to launch during next month’s New Fashion Week—when else(?)—iconic fashion and beauty house, YSL is levelling up once again, opening a hotel dedicated to all things YSL beauty. Seriously, we can’t make these things up…

The Harry Potter hype is just about to get stronger as it has just been announced that three new books will be added to the ever-growing brand!

Ah, Sweden. They’ve given us a few of our everyday essentials: Skype, Spotify...IKEA. And now an upcoming super-collab between Fjällräven and Acne Studio.

We chat personal uniforms and sustainable fashion with Melbourne label Coreprêt. 

It’s been a real rollercoaster of a week, let me tell you. Only a few days ago Urban Decay announced they would be discontinuing their original (and best-selling, iconic, can’t-live-without-it) Naked eye palette *sob*. I looked down into my almost empty palette, and I’ll be honest, it felt like breaking up with my significant other. Sad times, indeed.

The nights are getting less frost-bite inducing, and flowers are starting to bloom, which can mean one thing: spring has sprung, people!

Waffles are one of those magical foods that can be eaten any time, anywhere (just ask Eleven, right Stranger Things fans?). Whether they're loaded with bacon and maple syrup for breakfast—topped with a stack of fried chicken for dinner—or piled high with ice cream, fairy floss and chocolate sauce for a super decadent dessert, we can't think of a single occasion where these crunchy creations aren't welcome.

Tucked away off Queens Street is a haven of historical luxury, right in the heart of town. Known for its outstanding service and fit out, although only a year old Hotel Grand Windsor has fast become a staple on the Auckland hospitality scene. Home to the re-established Cooks Restaurant and Bar, we were invited to give their new high tea experience a try—and we were we in for a treat.

Crazy Rich Asians took the world by storm when it was released in 2013. And, this month the film hit theatres and you’d pretty much have to have been living under a bus not to have noticed the hype.

As we get older the love for this Japanese culinary deepens. Luckily, the avenues to locate a delicious sushi roll has matched this love sprout.

BrewDog has taken things to a whole new scale and instead of just opening up any old bar has opened the world’s first craft beer hotel, DogHouse!

Take your dad out this Sunday for some quality time at one of the many places Auckland has to offer our champs

Judging from all the talk about this summer party already, it’s set to be a biggie.

PSA: just because winter is coming to an end doesn’t mean we won’t be dishing up some cold hard truths. Deep breaths, guys, here’s what you’re in for this week:

There’s something for everyone at the cinemas this month and here’s a list of the must-see movies in September.

There's nothing as tragic or disheartening than coming to the end of an episode and realizing it was the season finale. Our exasperated voices rise up in a chorus of ‘Now what?!’ as we neatly rebuff Netflix’s flimsy suggestions on what to watch next completely miss the mark and prove once again that the algorithm doesn’t know us even half as well as we thought it would.

Never fear, we’ve put together a list of beauty hacks for when you’re hungover af and will have you looking fresh as a daisy in no time!

Europe’s biggest winter festival Snowboxx will take over Queenstown for a full week of slopeside parties and world-class acts!

ASOS has just dropped a 90s inspired Simpsons collection in celebration of its upcoming 30th season, and it is *everything* we could have dreamed of.

Making waves in beauty news this week is none other than global fashion icon, Chanel. With a history steeped in breaking boundaries (Coco herself was a vanguard for gender neutral clothing way back in the 1920’s, championing trousers for women in a time of corsets and dresses—the O.G trendsetter) it should come as no surprise that this iconic French fashion house is playing in the male cosmetics market.

Usually these recipes come down to a spare pair of hours muppeting around in the kitchen on a Sunday arvo, trying to pair various saturated fats with complex carbohydrates without triggering a cardiac arrest. But this time, the recipe comes fresh out of the oven of a real-life bonafide Executive Chef and owner of nel. restaurant, Nelly Robinson. 

It’s hard to know where to start when embarking on a new venture, lucky for us Rebecca Hutchinson of Lash Noir is revealing her top ten tips to make your latest and greatest the best it can be. 

How do you make your downward facing dog 147 times more fun? Let us tell you.

You’ve had pizza before, but have you ever tried Proper Pizza? Auckland’s new kid on the block is dishing out slices of happiness that are driving the town nuts!

Auckland’s getting a magical new garden bar, and folks, it’s set to be a game-changer. Say hello to Hoppers, an inner-city wonderland that will have us all lining up to fall down a rabbit hole. 

Yep, the world’s biggest (and most inappropriate) card game is on the hunt for new people to write dick jokes and overt Donald Trump references. And they’re paying $40 an hour apparently.

Aucklanders, get out your stretchy pants and prepare yourselves for a week of indulgence at Ponsonby’s chocolate pop-up

Damn team. Back at it again with the insanely accurate and terrifying horoscopes. That’s what you were thinking, right? Good. Because we’ve been working hard to help you out this week, and you’ll be happy to know you can read without fear. Maybe...

There’s nothing quite like a fabulously fabulous couch or sofa to make a bold statement in your home.

Destress and unwind by taking a weekend off and treating yourself like royalty. Here’s a list of the ultimate luxury weekend escapes from Auckland.

This pop-up is purely dedicated to a food that we all know and love as it can never do us wrong, PIZZA!

If you love Ruby’s stunning range of clothing but have to limit how much you actually buy because, rent, then get excited because their infamous garage sale is happening this weekend.

Say "See you, sucker" to those cold winter days, because Auckland is getting a spring blossom pop-up bar. 

This week, the French beauty powerhouse released ‘Climax’ mascara, their latest wonder product, and it’s put the global beauty industry into a tailspin. Now, while mascara doesn’t necessarily have the same je ne sais quoi as, say, their orgasm lip balm that dominated NYC Fashion Week earlier this year, it’s worth noting that Nars doesn’t release a half-baked newbie. Ever. 

MIPAD Holdings Ltd is taking it to another level as they have opened New Zealand’s first fully ‘smart’ hotel in Queenstown!

Just when we thought they couldn’t get any better, Whittaker's have gone and opened up an entire store dedicated to their chocolatey goodness. 

Anything 'themed' means good night guaranteed. Doesn't matter if it's a themed party or retro burger joint with an old-school jukebox, a good theme makes everything better. Bars included. 

Listen up Auckland, we’ve found a Japanese seafood buffet in the CBD and we’re full with excitement.

Forget about tape players and CD’s, today’s music is all about streaming—or is it? There’s one form of music that’s been making it’s way back onto the scene and we love it.

What if we told you no matter where you were in Auckland, it was possible to have a Snickers bar delivered in hand?

A one-way ticket to cake heaven. 

Guys, reading is cool (why do I feel incredibly lame typing that??). It was around way before Netflix (or uh, the internet) was a thing, and we reckon it’s going to stick around for a long time after too. There's a lot of hype around certain books, and you'll definitely get a bit of lit cred if you can quote some of these novels. Do you have to read them? Yes. Will it impress future Tinder dates? Potentially. 

Vivace, the long-standing inner-city haven for Aucklanders, has found a new home on Fort Street and has brought along with it the same magic that’s won the hearts of the town for the past 26 years. 

Famous for her luxury bags and quirky accessories, iconic Brit designer Anya Hindmarch has been responsible for many an ‘it’ bag in her day. But, in a huge plot twist as part of her AW18 collection, Hindmarch has released a limited-edition range of candles, aptly named ‘Anya Smells’.

Did you go a little too hard with your spending on smashed avocados and food delivery apps recently? Worry not as there are plenty of cheap things to do in Auckland that give you an experience worth a million bucks.

This staple brand has just dropped a new Gum Block collection to add to their line of never-ending classics by adding a modern twist to things.

Aucklanders, we have a new kid on the block and it’s going to kick putt! This new immersive bar is more than a social hub where you chat over a drink.

After three years crammed in food trucks and a tiny shipping container on Elliot Street, the Double Dutch Fries crew have decided it’s time to mix things up. Born from the desire to show that chips can be more than just a simple side dish, Double Dutch has elevated the humble fry to an art form. Owner Tim van der Werff missed the fries he grew up eating in the Netherlands and took it upon himself to bring Holland’s most popular street food to New Zealand’s shores. 

​Welcome back, guys. It’s nice to see that you care enough about your lives to keep coming back. It seems there’s a lot happening in your lives atm, and as usual, we’ve cooked up some solid, inspirational advice (courtesy of our magical universe powers) that you should definitely take. Here’s what this week has in store for you.  

Unplug for a while, get away from the screens and stay in the moment. Here’s a list on where to go around Auckland for a digital detox.

There’s a new kid on the block in Ponsonby, and it’s set to become a cult fave. 

Whether you want to get fancy at a rooftop, dance away your problems or just have a cold one after a long day, there's a bar just for you.

Auckland’s favourite New Year’s Eve festival, Wondergarden is back for round three and better than ever!

We’re 100% calling this the beauty look of the summer.

Starbucks ain't the only internet hub around.

From tasty soups, hearty oatmeal and soul-warming noodles, here is a list of all the warming meals you need to eat this winter.

In case you aren’t familiar with God’s greatest gift to man, it’s mac & cheese. In fact, you’ve probably heard your non-vegan mates carry on about it, usually when they’re about twelve Furphys deep and scrolling through UberEATS at a speed of seven venues a second. 

Happy August, guys. It’s nice to see that you’re brave enough to keep coming back. We’ve been working tirelessly with the wind and the rain and whatever other magic sh*t it takes to predict your future this week, and they’re not looking too bad (or are they).

Choose between hitting the bar or sweating up a storm on the barre is a thing of the past thanks to nightclub-esque workout classes, the latest fitness trend that is quickly becoming the healthier way to get lit.

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but it shouldn’t.

McClure’s Pickles and Coffee Supreme have teamed up and are giving the cheese toastie the respect it deserves with the Great New Zealand Toastie Tour!

Start your Road To Beervana this Saturday at Sweat Shop Brew Kitchen as they’re hosting their first annual brew fest!

Too Faced is a makeup brand who seriously know how to have fun. The two founders behind this cult brand changed the beauty game with their Lip Injection Glossy and the world’s first glitter-shadow. 

North-siders, rejoice! GoodFor, the cleanest and greenest store in Auckland, is finally hitting the shore. 

It’s that time of the month, guys. We’re chucking on our top hats, polishing our opera glasses and getting some good ol’ fashioned culture. Some people think art and theatre are the cultural equivalent of eating your greens—but who cares? Greens are good for you. They have vitamins and stuff. And they taste great when you cover them in pork and oyster sauce...were getting side-tracked.

Get your body moving at Bloom Barre & Pilates this August as they’re treating Aucklanders to free classes every Thursday!

While we love exploring the corners of Auckland City, we’re always up for a road trip further afield. The wider region is brimming with off-the-beaten-track finds. Think: remote beaches, sculpture gardens, regional parks and—most importantly—epic food.

#urbancultureis

Winter is well and truly here, guys. Now is not the time to be frolicking outside, being adventurous. Now is the time to *embrace* all the lazy you hold inside you, cocoon yourself in nineteen blankets and glue yourself to the nearest screen.

Take a break from the smashed avo and get amongst a dim sum brunch experience! Here is a list of Auckland's best dim sum.

Cake and coffee go hand in hand and this heavenly combo only gets better when it’s from The Caker and the coffee is free!

Nothing gets us hyped more than a good documentary - it's basically all the fun of a classic Netflix binge, but you get to feel like a #intellectual at the end of it. 

August is arguably one of the best foodie months of the year in Auckland, and we are so excited its finally here! Restaurant Month kicks off with another seriously impressive round of Chefs Dinner Series, bringing star chefs from around the globe to our shores, at some of Auckland’s most loved dining institutions. We hope you have your stretchy pants ready—from a cheesy food fest, sake and wine nights, a foodie bike tour and feasts of epic proportions, we can guarantee you won’t be leaving August hungry! There’s a whole lot of exciting activities going down that support the important work of charities, so you can eat your way through August and feel good about it too! Are you ready for this?! Welcome August with open arms (and an open belly) for one of the yummiest months yet. 

Next time you have a question, refer to this so we can make both of our lives a little easier! Here are 27 things I hear as a Kiwi Asian on the daily

It’s true, many of us are serious makeup hoarders. Guilty of acquiring a few too many lippies and never throwing them away, keeping mascaras that have long since gone lumpy and all those eye shadow pallets that we’re never going to use continue to hold up space in our cupboards! Let’s face it, it’s extremely hard to wave goodbye to our gorgeously packaged products and skincare—even if you have owned them for a million years. 

Just when we thought the Wintergardens couldn’t get any better, it has just been announced that the Wintergardens nursery is in for a modern makeover!

There are few things in life better than receiving a big bouquet of fresh florals…except delivery to the office in front of all your colleagues! 

The hump day treat game just got real this week as White Lady are giving away free burgers in Takutai Square!

Hello again lovely people. It’s nice to see that you still take enough interest in your lives to come back and read what the next week will bring you. They’re actually not that doom and gloom this week (unless you’re a Gemini, a Libra or a Scorpio… sorry) so feel free to read without your eyes hiding behind your hands.

Auckland’s badass new opening is set to have eyes gawking and jaws dropping. Say hello to Rude Boy, the brand spanking new eatery that’s set to drive the town bonkers. 

The recent success of shows like Call the Midwife, The Crown and good ol’ Downton Abbey proves that we all love a cheeky bit of historical fiction. Nothing captures the imagination like the secret dramas of the English court or the glitz and the glamour of the 1920’s. While a TV show is all well and good, actually reading a piece of historical fiction just takes things to a whole new level, letting you completely immerse yourself in a whole new world.