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Seafood lovers listen up! A boujee new seafood-inspired restaurant has opened at the new-look Sofitel Auckland Hotel and we can’t contain our excitement. La Marée, which translates to ‘the tides' in French, has opened its doors to share the best of New Zealand seafood and produce with a French culinary twist. New Executive Chef Maninder Panesar is bringing you what can only be described as an experience très magnificent. 

If you're looking for bliss in a chic modern setting, you ought to hit Wyld. 

The perfect antidote to the cold, windy and rainy weather, stepping into HANA's gorgeous space is like immersing yourself in a heavenly oasis of calm on a balmy day. 

Bali Nights is shaking up the Auckland foodie scene with its take on authentic Balinese street food (something of a rarity in this city of ours). From fried vegetable fritters and skewers with peanut dipping sauce to a whole grilled snapper and fried banana with coconut ice cream for afters, these guys have this flavour-packed cuisine on lock and it's all served in a fun, lively atmosphere that's primed for good times. 

Slap bang in the middle of the mighty Manukau Road in Epsom lies Tanto Japanese Dining, easily one of Auckland's best Japanese restaurants. With everything from amazingly fresh sashimi and sushi to small plates to share (Tanto means 'a lot of food' after all), you'll walk out conspiring on when you can return, trust us.

Hot diggity dawg, A new Korean hot dog joint has opened in Chancery Square, and they’re dishing out some seriously delicious snags. 

A slice of the Med has just landed smack bang in the middle of Ponsonby and our tummies couldn't be happier. We're talking about Daphnes, the latest venture from hospo husband-and-wife team Clare and Joost van den Berg (ex Odettes Eatery) which is all about fun, family-style feasting.

Meet Candela – a Spanish/Latin American inspired eatery and wine bar that will whisk you and your tastebuds away on the trip of a lifetime. Joining K’ Road’s growing list of wine bars, Candela has brought a sophisticated party scene to the colourful strip and we’re all for it. 

If you like your donuts sweet, fluffy and pumped full of incredible flavours like lolly cake, lemon meringue, Caramilk, bubblegum and fairy bread (um, yes!), you best pay a visit to DOE Donuts.

Serving up all the tastiest bits of Kiwi culture is Our Land Is Alive—a stunning new bar located at the entrance to Auckland's prestigious Cordis hotel. Sit back and relax within the beautiful NZ-like surrounds (including a cloud-covered ceiling and reclaimed kauri bar), while you graze away on locally-inspired nibbles and tipples.

After the year we’ve just had, it would be fair to assume that you may have missed the opening of one of the most charming boujee hotels in Auckland.

Chill out on your workday at eco-conscious spot The Humble Canteen in the leafy Wynyard Quarter for the ultimate lunch break.

Ponsonby staple Azabu has opened its second restaurant in Mission Bay, so now you can tuck into their exquisite cuisine while taking in the equally stunning views. 

If you’re looking to elevate your next day or night out in the City of Sails, look no further than the stunning Rooftop At QT. Perched six storeys above the Viaduct, this expansive new space will have you living out your boujee dreams in style. 

Renowned chef Michael Meredith is back after a three-year break to capture your hearts and taste buds with Mr Morris. 

When it comes to coffee, it’s safe to say L’affare know their stuff, having perfected the art of coffee roasting for the last 30 years. Originally hailing from Wellington, the granddaddy of New Zealand’s coffee industry, L’affare have stretched their wings to Newmarket, with the eclectic Melrose Street as their second home.

Live out your wildest ice cream dreams at Mövenpick's brand new boutique in Mt Eden. Serving up a legit feast of ice-cold confections as well as ridiculously good desserts including a mind-blowing share plate with all the trimmings, this is a must visit for fans of the cool stuff.

Sad news today as Peter Gordon and Alastair Carruthers have announced that the epic restaurant and cooking school Homeland is being forced to close at the end of July.

The brains behind well-known eateries Winona Forever, Major Tom, Fang, Barbarinos and many more, Fran Mazza and Aaron Carson, have done it again but this time they’re bringing their Italian flare to a cute little spot in Avondale. Say hello to Piccolina—an Italian themed eatery, bakery, deli, heck they do everything!   

Named for Ponsonby’s old moniker after a certain Captain Dedwood—who we’re convinced was a lively old soul back in 1845—Dedwood Deli is a cute eatery which exudes rustic charm and wholesomeness. 

When you’re gazing at stunning waterfront views, there’s no food more appropriate than fresh, sensational seafood. Delicate fish, grilled crayfish, juicy prawns and moreish mussels... We want it all and we want it now. Lucky for us, we can have all of this (and then some) at Auckland’s premium seafood destination, appropriately named Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill.

We all need a good local bar, right? Well, residents of Mount Albert listen up! If you haven't set foot into The Albert Cafe & Bar yet, then now's the time to explore your new local. 

Drawing inspiration from Greek mythology (hence the name) Antheia’s Loft prides itself on delivering top-notch grub made from fresh, healthy ingredients and sourced by local suppliers. So if you’re after something healthy to kickstart your day then Antheia’s has got your back. 

We’ve found the perfect breakfast spot for you to sink your teeth into—say hello to Benedict’s, a classy eatery that’s dishing out the goods. 

Hailed as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Auckland, Cafe Hanoi is an elegantly decked-out space, specialising in old-meets-new Vietnamese flavours.

Let’s be honest, who has time to workout these days? Yep, we understand the struggle. But what if we told you, you can get fit in just 20 minutes a week?! It sounds too good to be true, right? Wrong!

Fill your boots with the very best Mediterranean cuisine over at Esther, the latest venture from renowned chef Sean Connolly. Located on the ground floor of Auckland's brand-new QT Hotel, you'll be transported to the French Riviera, Greek seaside and beyond with a line-up of drop-dead delicious dishes including anchovy crostini, lamb with labneh, and baked Basque cheesecake.

Created by the legends behind men’s streetwear label ZANEROBE, Subtype features a very covetable collection of sneakers, all hand-selected based on their design credentials, exclusivity, innovation and creativity.

Onslow is a breathtaking restaurant from celebrated Kiwi chef, Josh Emett and his wife Helen. Located on the ground floor of Princes St's multi-million-dollar residential building, The International (where the famed Grand Hotel, opened by the Earl and Countess of Onslow in 1889 once stood), this is definitely one of the most beautiful restaurants we've set foot in for a while. We're talking four metre-high ceilings, and a gorgeous terrace affording views across the inner city (we can only imagine how glorious this spot will be come summertime).

Beer lovers unite! Ponsonby has gained a hot new spot serving up Kiwi-made craft beers. 

Meet Beau—a neighbourhood wine bar that is guaranteed to steal your heart, captivate your tastebuds and tantalize your palate with its delicious selection of food and wine. 

Get your hands on some of the biggest (and best) burgers in town at The Flaming Onion. This is their third store, serving up all the same OTT goodness fans of the brand know and love (think juicy handmade patties, sauces made from scratch and more).

It may be called Grownup Donuts, but visit this sweet little spot in the heart of Wairau Valley and you'll be feeling less like an adult, and more like a kid in a candy store. They have a rotating menu of about 45 different flavours up for grabs, all handmade from scratch using 'real' ingredients (trust us when we say, you can taste the difference). Top tip: don't leave here without trying the roasted banana with caramel cream—a life-changing experience, to be sure.

Ready to revolutionise the way you look at Korean food? Look no further than Gochu, the epic new eatery that's taking the city's tastebuds by storm. Inspired by chef Jason Kim's childhood in Seoul, these guys make pure culinary magic by combining local, seasonal ingredients with a decent dollop of Korean flair. Think fiery fried chicken, pork-filled buns with beurre blanc dipping sauce, and bingsoo—a shaved ice dessert that tastes like cereal milk. Top it all off with a lamington or gummy bear-inspired cocktail, and you've got yourself a ticket straight to the heart of Seoul.

Sink your teeth into Mr Hao—a modern Chinese eatery nestled into the heart of Dominion Road. 

We've never been to V.T. Station (a.k.a Victoria Terminus, a.k.a India's busiest train station), but we reckon the Newmarket version—actually a charming new restaurant serving up authentic Indian street eats—is probably a pretty good substitute.

Foodies, meet Cloud 777 Café—a blissful haven for a Saturday brunch, workday snack or that all-important caffeine hit. 

Family in town and wanna show them a good time? May we suggest Wynyard Grill by Johnny Barr’s. This lively lil' spot in Wynyard Quarter is a real crowdpleaser and will have the convo flowing—and the smiles going—in no time flat with their live jazz nights, in-house magician and more.

Tucked away behind Epsom's main shopping strip inside what was once a fully-fledged flour mill, lies one of those spots that'll have you coming back time and time again (even, we might add, if you live on the other side of Auckland).

Raise your glass to Rosanna's Garden Bar—Kingsland's cool new Bali-inspired drinking spot. Hidden down a short driveway just off the main shopping strip, this is definitely one of those blink-and-you'll-miss-it situations (pro tip: don't blink).

Korean food is more popular now than ever before, with OCKHEE the latest eatery to put its stamp on this flavoursome cuisine. Nestled in a prime spot on Ponsonby Road, it's set to become your new go-to for good times, good vibes and seriously good Asian grub.

When it comes to pilates, Reform Fitness do things a little differently. Forget that holistic, soul searching stuff. Reform Fitness are all about body enhancing, muscle trembling dynamic reformer pilates. Their full-bod workouts promise to provide a euphoric experience and enhance your body. They have a range of classes catering to all skill levels as well as—our favourite—a cardiolates class that combines high intensity interval training with pilates.

If you love macarons but, like us, are sometimes searching for a little extra filling, get along to Daldang stat. Located at the top of Queen Street, right next to the entrance for the Four Points Sheraton, this newcomer specialises in 'Fatcarons'—generously stuffed versions of the French treat.

This charming Italian powerhouse has been sitting pretty on Dominion Road for 10 years. With high-energy owner chef Wayne Hull at the helm it’s no wonder this foodie haven continues to go from strength to strength.

Adore Cazador? Us too. Suffice to say, we were stoked to learn that after 30 plus years in the restaurant game, this iconic eatery has opened the doors to a brand new spot—and all amidst the madness of COVID-19.

Auckland’s much-loved bakery Daily Bread is spreading its wings to take over the city—and we’re here for it.

Want to work out but don’t want to slave away in the gym for hours? Then you’re in the right place—check out SALA, a gym with a difference. With the belief that movement and mindfulness are two sides of the same coin, SALA offers a variety of immersive classes that will have you sweating away your troubles in no time.

Is there anywhere else in Auckland where you can get shucked oysters at 2am? We think not. So if you want the best of both worlds, where luxury meets party, head to K’ Road's new venture, Bar Céleste. 

A local institution freshly installed in Horizon By SkyCity on Hobson Street, head to The Grill for steak, seafood, and other top-tier eats by Executive Chef Touvai Poloniati. The team is proud to work with local farmers, artisans, and fishermen to present a sustainability-forward menu.

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. 

A bustling new eatery—Lobster & Tap—has just opened in the heart of the iconic Auckland Fish Market, specialising in premium Canadian wild caught lobster rolls. Be still our beating hearts. Like the best things in life, your choices here are short and succinct. 

Croydon Cole, the charismatic owner of SMOKIN COLE BBQ knows a thing or two about good food, cooked well. Having worked for 10 years in the Auckland food industry (Euro and SPQR to name just two), lived in 80 countries around the world and spent the past 15 years on superyachts cooking for the rich and famous (Sir Richard Branson’s personal chef no less), he’s finally home to lay roots in this rocking new al-fresco barbecue spot nestled at the top of Richmond road.

This isn’t simply a place to go grab a coffee or have a bite to eat. Tucked away in Westmoreland Street West in Grey Lynn, Ozone Coffee is an experience. 

It seems us Aucklanders can't get enough of Kyle Street and Jordan MacDonald's particular brand of fast food, with the boys opening their second Lowbrow. branch just a couple of kilometres up the road from their flagship eatery in Queen's Rise. Yip, this time round they've swapped the suits for sneakers, joining the ranks of other great eateries like Bestie and Gemmayze Street inside the funky St Kevin's Arcade on K' Road.

Hēmi is the latest addition to the lineup of delicious eateries owned by the Miller family. Alongside Mint Kitchen Catering and Thinkfood, which challenges the way you think about nutrition by creating meal plans made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Hēmi is no different, in fact the new eatery's menu is designed with allergies and dietary requirements in mind—with capable head chef James Miller producing delicious creations in the kitchen. 

Just when you thought the fitness scene in Auckland couldn’t get any better, new kid on the block Playground Fitness is taking it up a notch by putting the fun back into fitness. Think nightclub-inspired lighting, state-of-the-art cardio and weights equipment, immersive music, and short 'n' snappy sets that'll get your heart rate up in no time.

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With food waste and climate change rising exponentially in the last ten years, the team at Everybody Eats is most definitely on a mission. By taking raw items and ingredients that would otherwise be wasted, this pay-as-you-feel system works to feed the community (and not just those living below the poverty line). So come one, come all… to a welcoming and heartwarming space. And get ready to fill your belly to the brim, with food, glorious food. 

Chow down on authentic, southern-fried chicken at Peach's Hot Chicken, an epic food truck-turned-restaurant in the heart of Panmure. Choose from a range of droolworthy dishes, available in varying heats but all equally delicious, in an upmarket, diner-style setting that will have you feeling about as American as American pie (which, by the way, is also on the menu).

Whether you're after the comfort of a morning coffee, the excitement of an evening cocktail or something in between—you'll find it all at Wynyard Pavilion, the epic all-day eatery that's landed on North Wharf.