* Choice (adjective). Kiwi slang for something excellent.
More New Zealanders are electing cider as their tipple of choice, experimenting with new styles and ciders made from different fruits. Since 2010, cider and perry* have been recognised as categories in their own right at the annual Beer Awards … Read More
Visitors to Central Otago’s stunning ski slopes have plenty of choices when it comes to chalet-style accommodation. The best have been named in the annual World Ski Awards with Queenstown’s Azur Luxury Lodge taking the title of Best Ski Chalets … Read More
They call them bangers, snarlers and barbeque fodder but some butchers are taking New Zealand sausages to new culinary heights. The best butchers plan and experiment for months before entering the annual Devro Great New Zealand Sausage Competition in the … Read More
Fish and chip lovers on Auckland’s North Shore have been well served for many years, with a host of award-winning fish and chip shops, including a national champion. To help identify the best fish and chips in New Zealand, we’ve … Read More
A lakeside hotel in Queenstown has been judged the best boutique ski hotel in New Zealand four years in a row. Eichardt’s Private Hotel, with its stunning views of Lake Wakatipu, is just a few minutes walk from the centre … Read More
The Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s most popular holiday areas, and for good reason. Stunning coastal scenery combined with sites of historic significance means the Bay of Islands offers something for everyone. The travel site newzealandholidaytravel.com identifies … Read More
With thousands of excellent cafes in New Zealand, it’s always difficult to work out which are the best to try, especially if you are new to a place. Thankfully, the annual New Zealand Cafe of the Year awards help sort … Read More
Northland and the Far North has some fine fish and chip shops, boasting national awards and international recognition for some. To help identify the best fish and chips in New Zealand, we’ve drawn on many sources including which fryers have … Read More