Vegan

Doughnuts are having a moment—and that’s totally fine by us. Whether you like them dusted with sugar, oozing with chocolate custard or stuffed with cream, there’s something for everyone in this doughnut lovin’ city of ours. We’ve rounded up the best places to get the best doughnuts in Auckland. Dough-not delay, try one today.

As Kiwis, a love of pies is practically in our DNA. These hearty pastries have been keeping us fuelled for generations and are the perfect meal for lunch, dinner, or even a cheeky brekkie.

Takapuna is one of our favourite suburbs in all of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Not only is it home to one of the most popular beaches on the North Shore, it also boasts a long list of amazing places to eat and drink.

I scream, you scream... well, you know how it goes. Whether it's fresh and fruity or rich and chocolatey, in a cone, on a stick or in a cup, we just can't get enough of the cold stuff. So without further ado, here's our pick of the coolest (yes, we did just do that) ice cream and gelato shops in Auckland.

Forget everything you thought you knew about vegan and vegetarian food. Far from its can-o’-chickpea origins, vegan fare is now unapologetically delicious.

Here are the best cafes in New Plymouth, for brunch and beyond. 

Shopping sustainably is becoming easier and easier, with more local NZ brands being launched all the time specifically developed to be way better for the environment than their predecessors. We've filled our list with some of the lesser-known brands, so you can support small business while you build your more sustainable life.

Nelson is spoilt for choice when it comes to the cafe scene, with every establishment offering something different in this vibrant little city.

It’s no secret it’s super expensive to eat out in Copenhagen. So, we thought it was necessary to list some of our favourite cafés, so you can spend your dollar (or krone) wisely and avoid food regret on your travels. You’re welcome.

Here in Christchurch, delicious ice cream is not hard to come by in our fine city. Luckily for you, we’ve done our research and put together a list of the Garden City’s best ice cream joints so you can taste your way around the finest in town. 

When it comes to the beauty industry, sustainable and eco-conscious aren’t often the first words that come to mind, which is why we’re just a little bit obsessed with Anna Ross, the boss babe behind vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand Kester Black.

An exciting new eatery has landed in Hobsonville Point. 

Ponsonby is about as far from the beaches and jungles of Bali as you can get—unless, that is, you find yourself visiting Bali Nights, the tasty new eatery dishing up legit Balinese street food and doing a damn fine job of it.

It’s not always straightforward being vegan. When you’re not cooking at home, it can be tricky to find somewhere that will cater to your plant-based diet. Even in your own town or city, it takes time to discover the cafes and restaurants that serve up the best vegan dishes (that’s if they cater to vegans at all). And this gets even harder when you travel somewhere new.

Gone are the days when not being able to eat gluten meant you were doomed to living a doughnut-less existence. Two years ago Charlie Mia brought us gluten-free vegan doughnut joy and now she’s sharing her secrets in a workshop you won't want to miss. 

Awaken your tastebuds, a new plant-based eatery has nestled into Nelson Street. 

New Zealanders are becoming more connected to their choices than ever, making conscious decisions on the 5 W’s (and H) of spending our money. And for what reason? Why, the future of our planet of course!

Spring has brought with it an epic pop up that you’re going to want to know about. For the first time ever, gelato will be infused with wine seltzer at a first-of-its-kind boozy gelato scoop shop in the heart of Auckland city. These bad boys are sure to slake your thirst. 

Much-loved Aussie lolly brand, The Natural Confectionery Co. have just launched their very first vegan-friendly lollies in New Zealand, and we think we're in love.

While the first two weeks have been all about incredible culinary experiences, what we’re really here for are the final two weeks.

Get amongst some serious plant-based goodness later this month at Vegan Vibes, a one-day festival hitting Mt Maunganui's Soper Reserve on Saturday 24 October (sounds like a great excuse for a roadie—whaddaya reckon, Auckland peeps?).

It is no longer a painful task for vegetarians to find something to eat on a menu, in fact, the options are growing more and more by the day. Auckland has an array of amazing eateries that not only cater to plant-based diners but actually specialise in them. 

The Auckland street food is changing every year with new faces and dishes to tempt your taste buds. Whether you’re craving tacos, Indian, hot wings or just dessert, we’ve scoured the food truck scene in conjunction with the legends at The Food Truck Collective to bring you 10 of the  most delicious food trucks you need to hunt down this spring.

Market-fave Good Habit Ice Cream has just put down roots in an enviable position just opposite summer hotspot Heard Park in Parnell and the timing couldn’t be better.

Vegan food is big business these days, with whole eateries dedicated to a cuisine that was once actually quite hard to come by. This is especially true where sweet treats are concerned, with a raft of drool-worthy goodies now readily available to curb those sugar cravings and without so much as a single speck of butter, egg or milk (unless, of course, it's the non-dairy kind!).

We've said goodbye to plastic bags, now move on to bigger and better things with these Earth-friendly online stores. With everything from reusable shopping bags to cruelty-free beauty, you'll be able to shop with sustainability in mind with this list of environmentally-conscious stores.

While we love a good trip to the supermarket, the amount of plastic and packaging involved in all our favourite foods can get a little out of hand. If you're feeling this way too, try out buying in bulk—you'll be reducing your waste and helping our planet breathe a little bit easier.

Who said healthy food had to be boring? Check out the top healthy deliveries available in Auckland.

Who said that vegan food has to be bland and boring? We think not. Challenging this stereotype is Khu Khu, a light-hearted vegan Thai eatery nestled into the heart of Ponsonby. 

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. Well, scream no more, Hamilton. Delicious ice cream is abundant in our fine city and beyond. 

GoodFor has finally opened a store in the capital and we couldn’t be more excited.

Whether you fancy a bit of yoga, desire the comfort of some baked goods or are seeking to be a little healthier—look no further than The Welder, the largest Health and Wellbeing complex in the country.

Long time fans of Sumner’s Utopia Ice have had their prayers answered. The delicious artisanal ice cream shop has opened a gorgeous store in the central city on High Street.

Alright food lovers, it is that time of the week again where we bring you everything you need to know about the latest foodie products, openings and menus hitting the Kiwi scene.

New Lynn residents get excited because GoodFor are opening their brand new store in the New Lynn mall and it is seriously lush. 

It's time to bring you the latest and greatest foodie news in Auckland. Here's all the new food and openings for you to get your jaws around this week. Get ready for ice-cream goodness, red wine dreams and plant-based happiness. 

We all know Aucklanders love a mouth-watering delicious burger and will be amped to know that there is a food truck event that is dedicated to them. Fresh from the grill and into your stomach, a collection of Auckland’s best food trucks are joining forces to create an unmissable event, Big Beautiful Burgers.

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. 

Calling out to all the vegans! The ultimate vegan festival by Vegan Vibes is back for another round and it’s better than ever! 

We love Gypsy Caravan for a whooole lotta reasons. From flaming cheese to frozé, they’ve certainly earned a special place in our foodie hearts.

Yeah, they got you (all of you).

The Kai Box are giving us the vegan goods that can be delivered to your doorstep!

People are becoming more aware of the impact consuming animal products has on our bodies and our planet and are gradually reducing their intake. With so many ways of doing this, you can hardly blame us for feeling a little lost when it comes to understanding what all these diets actually mean. We set out to discover what the differences between veganism and plant-based eating really are, and this is what we found.

We couldn't make this up. 

Last year featured a delicious array of health food trends, but it’s time to say goodbye to 2017...and with it the poke bowls, activated charcoal lattes, smashed avo toast, blue smoothies and fermented everything. 

Permission to freak out now—granted. 

A visit to the CBD just got a whole lot sweeter. The Raw Kitchen has spread the love and set up shop in The Strand Arcade and we couldn’t be more excited.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that Auckland’s vegan scene is swelling in size and taste. So when you add in a touch of street food, then you’ve pretty much found nirvana.