From crossbody to baguette, these are the hot new season bags to add to your wishlist

If you’re in the market for an accessories update, look no further than these ultra-covetable new season handbags. While we are certainly no stranger to the ‘it’ bag phenomenon, the latest releases from the likes of Gucci, Dior and Bottega Veneta are particularly on the money — and can take ours, thank you very much. Whether you’re after minimalist versatility, or a fun statement, these are the handbags to consider.

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Curve Bag

Curve Bag

Curve Bag

Curve Bag

Available from Alexander McQueen

Gucci Diana

Gucci Diana

Gucci Diana

Gucci Diana

Available from Gucci

Bottega Veneta Mini Jodie Bag

Bottega Veneta Mini Jodie Bag

Bottega Veneta Mini Jodie Bag

Bottega Veneta Mini Jodie Bag

Available from Mytheresa

Bobby East-West Bag

Bobby East-West Bag

Bobby East-West Bag

Bobby East-West Bag

Available from Dior

Tool 2.0 Tote

Tool 2.0 Tote

Tool 2.0 Tote

Tool 2.0 Tote

Available from Balenciaga

Loulou Toy Bag

Loulou Toy Bag

Loulou Toy Bag

Loulou Toy Bag

Available from Saint Laurent

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag

Givenchy Antigona Soft Bag

Available from Faradays

Triplet Bag

Triplet Bag

Triplet Bag

Triplet Bag

Available from Balenciaga

Valentino Garavani VLOGO Bag

Valentino Garavani VLOGO Bag

Valentino Garavani VLOGO Bag

Valentino Garavani VLOGO Bag

Available from Net-a-Porter

Gucci Bamboo 1947

Gucci Bamboo 1947

Gucci Bamboo 1947

Gucci Bamboo 1947

Available from Gucci

The Row N/S Park Tote

The Row N/S Park Tote

The Row N/S Park Tote

The Row N/S Park Tote

Available from Net-a-Porter

Chanel 19

Chanel 19

Chanel 19

Chanel 19

Available from Chanel

Symbole Jacquard Micro Bag

Symbole Jacquard Micro Bag

Symbole Jacquard Micro Bag

Symbole Jacquard Micro Bag

Available from Prada

Small Quilted Lambskin Lola Bag

Small Quilted Lambskin Lola Bag

Small Quilted Lambskin Lola Bag

Small Quilted Lambskin Lola Bag

Available from Burberry

Micro Dior Caro Bag

Micro Dior Caro Bag

Micro Dior Caro Bag

Micro Dior Caro Bag

Available from Dior

Proenza Schouler Morris XL Tote

Proenza Schouler Morris XL Tote

Proenza Schouler Morris XL Tote

Proenza Schouler Morris XL Tote

Available from Mytheresa

Acne Studios Large Shopper Tote

Acne Studios Large Shopper Tote

Acne Studios Large Shopper Tote

Acne Studios Large Shopper Tote

Available from Workshop

Jacquemus  Le Chiquito Long Clutch

Jacquemus Le Chiquito Long Clutch

Jacquemus  Le Chiquito Long Clutch

Jacquemus Le Chiquito Long Clutch

Available from Ssense

NéoNoé Bag

NéoNoé Bag

NéoNoé Bag

NéoNoé Bag

Available from Louis Vuitton

Stella McCartney Frayme Bag

Stella McCartney Frayme Bag

Stella McCartney Frayme Bag

Stella McCartney Frayme Bag

Available from Farfetch

Baby Fortune Bag

Baby Fortune Bag

Baby Fortune Bag

Baby Fortune Bag

Available from Georgia Jay

Dior Vibe Hobo Bag

Dior Vibe Hobo Bag

Dior Vibe Hobo Bag

Dior Vibe Hobo Bag

Available from Dior

LV Pont 9

LV Pont 9

LV Pont 9

LV Pont 9

Available from Louis Vuitton

Aesther Ekme Demi Bucket Bag

Aesther Ekme Demi Bucket Bag

Aesther Ekme Demi Bucket Bag

Aesther Ekme Demi Bucket Bag

Available from Matches

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Cloudy and cool —here’s why you should try Twelfth Hour Distillery’s fresh Dry Gin

Three and a half years ago, The Twelfth Hour Distillery was created at the midnight hour — after many nights working well into the morning — in search of the most fresh and tantalising botanicals. You can taste this commitment in the internationally-minded, small-batch distilled gin made with makrut (kaffir lime) right here in New Zealand.

Twelfth Hour Distillery’s Dry Gin is the masterpiece of friends Andrew Shannon, Pawat Lamwilai and Angela Tsang. With their own palates leaning towards fragrant, spicy flavours, it took 22 iterations to find the perfect composition that balances all its intricacies. As such, an initial, atmospheric hit of makrut on the tongue and nose leads to a dry finish, with a clean, crisp aroma. Unlike many gins, the sense of flavour lingers for longer.

The makrut is a very personal connection for the friends, a nod to Master Distiller Lamwilai’s Thai heritage, nurtured and grown in his mother’s own garden in Auckland. It’s complemented by a bouquet of other botanical oils, including juniper, coriander seeds, lemon and orange. 

A punchy gin that’s perfect for summer, we recommend pairing the Dry Gin with your favourite tonic (such as Fever-Tree) and then add a bruised kaffir lime leaf to enhance the lead botanical. If you don’t have a tree on hand, you could also garnish your drink with a ribbon of cucumber for a refreshing G&T twist — or go for a gimlet cocktail, which makes the most of the kaffir lime factor.

Whichever way you pour it, the most distinctive factor of Twelfth Hour Distillery’s Dry Gin — and what has it on everyone’s lips — is that it’s non-chill filtered. This means all the botanical oils — and their flavour — have been retained in the distilling process for a bold, full-mouth flavour. When ice, tonic, or other non-alcoholic liquids are added to a glass, the dissolvability of the oils decreases. This causes an alluring cloudiness to surface in the drink, making it a smooth gin to drink neat, and something a little different when you clink.

Boutique bottling for the Twelfth Hour Distillery began in October 2020 — with a limited 140 bottles per batch encased in a sophisticated design by the friends. In the space of six months, the rare Dry Gin won three silver medals at three different (and demanding) competitions — the Australian Gin Awards, the New Zealand Spirit Awards and the Juniper Awards — which kept the team up celebrating (rather than working) this time.

As if you needed another reason to try the Twelfth Hour Distillery Dry Gin, that’s something to surely raise a glass to.

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Hotel Ponsonby.

Light, refreshing and full of the taste of summer, these are the best crudo dishes in Auckland

Comparable to both ceviche and carpaccio, ‘crudo’ is technically a dish of raw fish or seafood, likely dressed with oil, citrus juice, and seasonings. And it seems there’s at least one iteration on every good menu in Auckland. In light of our summer appetites, lusting for light dishes as opposed to hearty, soul-warming ones, we saw fit to glorify our favourites by way of the following list.

Hotel Ponsonby’s Cured Trevally
Hotel Ponsonby’s cured trevally is served with mango, chilli and crème fraîche offering a variety of flavours from spicy and smoky to sweet and creamy. This dish is a staple on the gastropub’s new summer menu for obvious reasons — it’s light, refreshing, and jam-packed full of flavour.

Omni’s Raw Snapper
Fresh and deceptively simple, Omni uses long-line caught snapper cured between sheets of kombu. The fish is then sliced to order and served on a creamy, slightly tangy white soy cream, spritzed with lemon juice and finished with a fragrant kaffir lime oil.

Andiamo’s Kingfish
Raw kingfish combines with juicy central Otago stonefruits and sliced tomatoes for a beautiful fresh crudo, harmoniously finished with a herby shiso dressing. It’s a flavour mashup that’s so good and unexpected, you just have to try it for yourself.

Bar Non Solo, Azabu.

Bar Non Solo’s Kingfish Crudo
Carefully carved raw kingfish is marinated with lemon and smoked chilli flakes. Served with baby mozzarella and rosemary grissini, it’s a fresh vibrant dish that’s hard to beat. 

Azabu’s Big Glory Bay King Salmon Tiradito
Tiradito is a typical Japanese x Peruvian dish of raw fish, cut like sashimi and most commonly served with a spicy sauce — and this one’s been on Azabu’s menu ever since it opened. Served with passionfruit, coconut cream, leche de tigre (a citrus-based marinade) and crispy spaghetti squash, it’s a tart, tangy and wholesome creation.

Bar Celeste
Changing up the flavour combinations seasonally, crudo is a staple on the menu for Bar Celeste. Currently, the K’Road eatery is running a market fish crudo with fig, vibrant citrus and fresh mint. Previous renditions include market fish with avocado, chilli and chive (which if you’re lucky, might be back on the menu before summer ends).

Soul Bar & Bistro, Faraday’s Bar.

Market Fish Crudo from Faraday’s Bar
From Parnell newcomer Faraday’s Bar, this dish uses fresh market fish served with wood-roasted pineapple on a bed of avocado crema. Finished with fermented chilli, coriander, pickled red onion, and a crispy quinoa crumb, the crudo pairs perfectly with a crisp glass of the Domaine de Montille Clos de Chateaux 2018.

Soul Bar & Bistro’s Tuna Crudo
Taking tuna and rendering it into something truly spectacular, Soul adds a bright soy and ginger dressing, kohlrabi and sweet wasabi into the mix. Not only is this dish visually stunning, but it’s quite something on the palate too.

Amano’s Kingfish Crudo
We’ll never tire of Amano’s popular kingfish crudo. Accoutrements are changed seasonally to make the most of what’s on offer. The much-loved dish currently comes paired with cucumber, fig and mint.

Hello Beasty, Culprit.

Hello Beasty’s Ruakaka Kingfish
This well-loved dish on Hello Beasty’s menu is far more beauty than beast. It comprises exquisitely fresh pieces of kingfish crudo paired with balanced flavours of whipped avocado, radish, pickled daikon, buttermilk and sudachi dressing (sudachi is a small, lime-like Japanese fruit), and wakame.

Culprit’s Line Caught Sashimi
Some things are best left to the experts, like sharp knives and slicing fish. Luckily the pros are on the job at inner-city favourite Culprit with their instantly refreshing combination of line-caught sashimi with lacto-fermented sweetcorn, habanero and lime.  

Alma’s Tuna Crudo
Britomart eatery Alma centres on the delicious flavours and warm, relaxed energy of the southern Spanish region. Their mouth-watering crudo is dependent on what tuna species is available that day and paired with an ember charred green bean salad, anchovy and tuna conserva dressing, bay leaf oil and finished with fire-roasted seaweed powder.



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Soul Bar & Bistro.

Concerned about the risks of dining out? The city’s best restaurateurs dispel any fears by sharing their safety-first strategies

At midnight, New Zealand officially moved to our Phase 2 response as Omicron spreads in the community. This new stage is about remaining vigilant with self-management, as we collectively work to slow the spread of the virus and continue to keep our health service and communities in check.

Ready to step up to the plate, so to speak, are Auckland’s leading restaurants. Scanning vaccine passes on arrival, limiting diners to a 100-person capacity and asking that patrons wear masks when not at their designated table not only abides by government guidelines, but helps everyone at that location feel safer.

“Our operators are well-oiled machines when it comes to upholding strict safety measures,” says Samantha Saxton-Beer, Marketing & Brand Manager of Viaduct Harbour. With the added benefit of a waterfront setting with generous, wide-open spaces (including decks and terraces), the pandemic is not stopping them from delivering the quintessential waterfront experience that people come to the Viaduct for.

It also means operators can go a step further in spacing their tables. Peter Gordon’s food embassy Homeland, for example, has spaced tables two metres apart (as opposed to the prescribed one metre). “You’ll find this kind of ‘above and beyond’ approach is being taken at many sites across the wider Viaduct precinct,” says Saxton-Beer. “I’m incredibly proud of our hospitality community for coming out shining from this period.”

Hello Beasty, Soul Bar & Bistro.

It has been said that our country has natural advantages that puts us in a position to be proud. (The Strategic Covid-19 Public Health Advisory Group chairman, Sir David Skegg, told RNZ he believed our country was more prepared for the Omicron outbreak than any other he could think of.) 

By the same token, many of Auckland’s leading restaurants are already in a position to turn the restrictions into an opportunity to enhance dining experiences. At the Viaduct’s Soul Bar & Bistro waiters welcome guests as soon as they arrive, and introduce themselves at the table (over an offering of hand sanitiser) to ensure they have created a sense of connection in these strange times.  

“Everything that is being mandated, we are taking really seriously,” says Olivia Carter, the Viaduct establishment’s Commercial & Events Manager. “As soon as you see Soul, you can tell.”

While they are strict, that doesn’t mean fun has been ruled out. Soul is still employing DJs to keep up the good vibes going for their Friday and Saturday service — and to encourage people to still come to the city for a (only slightly more sensible) night out. The tables can’t be cleared to make way for a dancefloor, but there is still plenty of toe tapping from both the waiters and their guests. “Our staff are really thankful for everyone coming through the doors, and they want to make sure they have a good time,” adds Carter.

The Nourish Group looks after a stable of sophisticated restaurants including Soul, Andiamo and Jervois Steak House. “If anything, we hope our guests feel even more comfortable coming in, knowing that we’re doing everything we can to keep them safe,” says the Group’s Director Richard Sigley.

At their bars and eateries, including The Brit and The Crab Shack, diners can digitally order and pay for a meal (or the next round) from their table, which keeps patrons seated safely, and helps the staff who can be run off their feet.

As a result of the pandemic, there have been severe staffing shortages across the industry. Sigley’s words to the wise diner are to come to a restaurant prepared with what is required of you — with a mask and pass, patience and understanding. No shows are a “no-no”, so if your plans do change (as they could) it’s crucial to inform the venue of any booking changes. 

“I think hospo has been getting a bad reputation for being high-risk and there is a lot of nervousness about visiting us, but with a little understanding and some modifications, we can still offer a fantastic and safe experience,” he adds. “Even if people are hesitant to dine in, grabbing an outdoor table or asking about take-away options will go a long way in carrying the industry through these trying times.”

Being able to adapt is a skill all busy restaurants have needed to ensure a seamless and safe experience. “It has been a challenge throughout every stage of the pandemic over the past two years,” says Lucien Law, the Co-founder of Savor Group, which owns such delicious eateries as Azabu, Amano, Ebisu, Bar Non Solo and Ostro. “While we can’t fill our venues as we have before, we are still ensuring our guests have the best time they can, as safely as we can.”

With teams that are driven by looking after others, and creating memorable experiences, it’s no surprise that the safety of Savor Group’s staff and customers are a top priority. As well as enacting the usual requirements, and robust health and safety policies, Savor Group has been treating its venues with Zoono, a long-lasting antimicrobial solution that is non-toxic, since the first lockdown in 2020. But that’s not all — the team is also continuing to develop their offering across their restaurants and online store, to keep things new and exciting.

“We are continuing to create a wonderful vibe through what we do best, to deliver exceptional food, beverage and service,” says Law. “We are forever grateful for the support that people have given us, whether it be through our online business or through visiting our venues.”

Ultimately, these pandemic years are about looking after one another. And, as the news, conversations and situations we find ourselves in become increasingly charged (both politically and in terms of our protection) looking after ourselves is something we need to make an effort with as well. 

As Saxton-Beer says: “We need to be mindful of taking time out to do the things that we enjoy most, the things that restore our energy and mental health. Now more than ever is the time to book in that lunch with your best friend.”

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Blackberry & Ginger Sour.

Bring the bar to your place with these electrifying new takeaway cocktails from the bright lights of Bar Magda

There’s a lot to love about the subterranean cool Bar Magda, and it’s not just the Filipino-inspired fare or rose-tinted atmosphere. But if you do feel like a night in — rather than an adventure to Cross Street — you can still be part of the excitement with the eatery’s takeaway menu.

Of special note is the by-the-glass-bottle cocktails, which are a welcome addition to entertaining at home. From the Holy Trinity cocktail menu, this is your chance to try its modern classic Magdarita. Blended with silky Arette Blanco Tequila, smoky Gracias a Dios Mezcal from Oaxaca, and a touch of elderflower cordial, lime, and agave, you can simply pour over ice and sip this magnificent margarita-style drink in one swoop.

Blackberry & Ginger Sour.

From the Something Sour menu, the Blackberry & Ginger Sour is perfect for summer evenings. Made with the punchy and fruity Grey Lynn Gin (made using locally sourced botanicals) as well as warming Cocchi Vermouth Amaro, and the aforementioned blackberry and ginger — this one is best shaken, not stirred.

With each 500ml bottle equating to five to six servings, we say it’s time to gather around and let the good times flow.

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Untitled No. 16 by Sandra Bushby.

Art Market: Our top picks of art you should be buying

Nothing says “sophisticated” quite like a thoughtfully curated art collection. Whether you’re starting from scratch or adding to your cache, these inspiring pieces are sure to be a welcome addition to your walls.

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Hinge by Karyn Taylor

Hinge by Karyn Taylor

Hinge by Karyn Taylor

Hinge by Karyn Taylor

2018
Cast acrylic
550mm x 800mm x 45mm
Available from Sanderson Contemporary

The Signs by Lara Merrett

The Signs by Lara Merrett

The Signs by Lara Merrett

The Signs by Lara Merrett

2021
Acrylic and ink on sewn canvas
1950 x 1640mm
Available from Sumer

A Nod is as Good as a Wink by Monique Lacey

A Nod is as Good as a Wink by Monique Lacey

A Nod is as Good as a Wink by Monique Lacey

A Nod is as Good as a Wink by Monique Lacey

2021
Cardboard, plaster, resin, paint
630 x 530 x 270mm
From Scott Lawrie

My Time at Sea by Matt Arbuckle

My Time at Sea by Matt Arbuckle

My Time at Sea by Matt Arbuckle

My Time at Sea by Matt Arbuckle

2022
Oil on canvas
1400 x 2000mm
Available from Parlour Projects

Space #2 by Jaimee Peters

Space #2 by Jaimee Peters

Space #2 by Jaimee Peters

Space #2 by Jaimee Peters

2022
Oil on canvas
1000 x 1000mm
Available from Suite

Untitled No. 16 by Sandra Bushby

Untitled No. 16 by Sandra Bushby

Untitled No. 16 by Sandra Bushby

Untitled No. 16 by Sandra Bushby

2021
Oil on linen
457 x 507mm

Available from Sumer

Morii 20 by Matthew Browne

Morii 20 by Matthew Browne

Morii 20 by Matthew Browne

Morii 20 by Matthew Browne

2020
Vinyl tempera and oil on linen
455 x 405mm
Available from Gow Langsford Gallery

Untitled by Katharina Grosse

Untitled by Katharina Grosse

Untitled by Katharina Grosse

Untitled by Katharina Grosse

2005
Acrylic on canvas
2990 x 1800mm
Available from Gow Langsford Gallery

Fluid XII by Ray Haydon

Fluid XII by Ray Haydon

Fluid XII by Ray Haydon

Fluid XII by Ray Haydon

2021
Carbon fibre, walnut veneer
450mm x 450mm
Available from Sanderson Contemporary

Girl in the Blue Bikini

Girl in the Blue Bikini

Girl in the Blue Bikini

Girl in the Blue Bikini

Acrylic & Mixed Media on Board
935 x 1255mm
Available from Parnell Gallery

Midsummer Milieu by Katherine Throne

Midsummer Milieu by Katherine Throne

Midsummer Milieu by Katherine Throne

Midsummer Milieu by Katherine Throne

2021
Oil on canvas
1200 x 1200mm
Available from Sanderson Contemporary

Ceramic Chain by Simone Karras

Ceramic Chain by Simone Karras

Ceramic Chain by Simone Karras

Ceramic Chain by Simone Karras

2500mm
Raku fired ceramic
Available from In Black by Seagar Design

Untitled by Judy Millar

Untitled by Judy Millar

Untitled by Judy Millar

Untitled by Judy Millar

2019
Acrylic and oil on canvas
1800 x 1250 x 35mm
Available from Gow Langsford Gallery

In the religion of the insecure, I must be myself by Tomislav Nikolic

In the religion of the insecure, I must be myself by Tomislav Nikolic

In the religion of the insecure, I must be myself by Tomislav Nikolic

In the religion of the insecure, I must be myself by Tomislav Nikolic

2014-2021
Synthetic polymer, marble dust, 24ct gold leaf, 23ct red gold leaf on canvas and wood
685 x 610 x 50 mm
Available from Fox Jensen McCrory

Elysium (Tasha Malek) by Peter Stichbury 

Elysium (Tasha Malek) by Peter Stichbury 

Elysium (Tasha Malek) by Peter Stichbury 

Elysium (Tasha Malek) by Peter Stichbury 

2021
Oil on linen
950 x 750 mm
Available from Michael Lett

Culture

While away the weekend with one of these captivating new TV series to watch now
We speak to New York-based New Zealand artist Natasha Wright for the cover story of our beautiful new autumn issue
World-class dining, convivial bars, luxury hotels, and waterfront views collide at Viaduct Harbour — the only place you need to be this weekend

Expand your mind or indulge in some escapism with these page turning new books

While you may be swept away to breezy shores and tranquil retreats, between the pages of a book is also a lovely place to be these holidays. Simone de Beauvoir’s posthumous post-World War novel The Inseparables is sure to change the way we think about the late, great author, while newcomer Naomi Krupitsky’s mafia minded debut The Family tests the bonds of family and friendship with intrigue. As these reviews show, a good book goes a long way when it comes to summer entertainment and enlightenment.

The Inseparables by Simone de Beauvoir 
This never-before-published novel by iconic feminist and existentialist Simone de Beauvoir follows two young women’s intense and vivid friendship in post-World War One France. Deemed too intimate during her lifetime, it offers fresh insight into the author’s own story, for devotees and first-time readers alike.

The Promise by Damon Galgut
In this masterful new work of fiction, a diminishing Afrikaans family deals with the disappointment of a nation — from apartheid to Jacob Zuma — as they meet each decade. With razor-sharp characterisations and dramatic dialogue over the generations, it moves from an atmosphere of resentment to renewal.

Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby 
An ex-con didn’t see eye-to-eye with his son, but when he and his husband are brutally murdered, the father goes back to the underworld to seek revenge, and maybe his own redemption. A proactive, fast-paced novel with visceral prose. 

The Family by Naomi Krupitsky
In this tantalising debut novel of tangled fates, two best friends — and daughters of the American-Italian mafia — must fight for their relationship to survive as they come of age in their unspoken community.

People Like Them by Samira Sedira
Set in an idyllic, yet insular, French village, and inspired by a true story, People Like Them looks with piercing psychological insight into how a normal-seeming person could commit an atrocious crime. 

Culture

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World-class dining, convivial bars, luxury hotels, and waterfront views collide at Viaduct Harbour — the only place you need to be this weekend
Garrett Leight & Frescobol Carioca Summer Capsule Collection Collaboration (parkerandco.nz).

Guys, it’s time to look on the bright side with these not-so-standard sunglasses

For the season ahead, look to styles that hinge on classic with a twist. For a slightly unexpected sunglasses update, try coloured, tinted lenses and unique frames. They’re sure to have you seeing the bright side.

Clockwise: Cutler and Gross 1391 matte black sunglasses from Parker and Co., Flat D-Frame sunglasses from Balenciaga, Metal aviator sunglasses from Bottega Veneta, ML0046 02L sunglasses from Moncler.
Clockwise: DiorBlackSuit S4I sunglasses from Dior, SL 461 Betty sunglasses from Saint Laurent, 1.1 Millionaires sunglasses from Louis Vuitton, Cutler and Gross 1392 dark turtle sunglasses from Parker and Co.

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Delight in the power of two with Häagen-Dazs Duos

Whether we’re talking about diamond drop earrings or a scoop of your favourite ice cream, the old adage often rings true — two is better than one. As a true romantic, Häagen-Dazs has combined a couple of its favourite irresistible flavours, snug in one delicious Duo tub. 

The ultimate treat, Häagen-Dazs’s Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel Crunch Duo includes velvety dark chocolate ice cream with a silk caramel sauce on one side, and a salted caramel ice cream with crushed chocolate shards on the other.

Equally satisfying every possible sensorial chocolate craving, the Belgian Chocolate & Vanilla Crunch Duo includes Belgian chocolate ice cream with truffle chocolate sauce, sidled-up next to vanilla ice cream with fine cracking chocolate.

Whichever you choose, it’s time to prove yourself the most significant of significant others, or the best of best friends, by sharing yours open-heartedly.

To honour the delicious Duo this Valentine’s Day, Denizen is giving away an ultimate Häagen-Dazs experience. It will spoil you and your partner with a night’s stay at QT Auckland and a premium prize pack including tubs of the indulgent Häagen-Dazs Duo, Papinelle robes, silk eye masks and more to share with your cutie.

This competition is now closed.

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Grangers Eggs Benedict with streaky bacon.

Looking for something scenic to do this weekend? Head to Grangers for a seaside brunch in Half Moon Bay

If you’re like us, you’ll want to make the most of your weekend — and one way to ensure you feel contented is going all out for brunch. When you need a change of scenery, rain or shine, Grangers Tap House and Kitchen gives the whimsical feeling of being by the water, without having to commit to being on the sea as the weather patterns change — making it the perfect spot for a carefree breakfast-meets-lunch.

Breakfast Burger.

Located in the picturesque Half Moon Bay Marina, Grangers is (luckily) putting brunch back on the menu this weekend. With a range of mood-boosting brunch options with a sea breeze twist, and a full bar — from coffee to cocktails — the world really is your oyster here.

For something light and bright, we recommend the Granola with mango and coconut yogurt and seasonally sweet blueberries. For something more substantial, the Three Egg Omelette on sourdough satisfies all our culinary cravings, whether we go for the seafood option — with prawns, rocket and creme fraiche — or the vegetarian concoction — with wild mushroom, chorizo and gruyere cheese.

Left: Grangers Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon.

On menus all over town, there is that star dish we keep coming back for. While it is hard to narrow one down at Grangers, after some deliberation we have found that the Breakfast Burger can’t be beat. From its brioche bun all the way down its layers of delicious ingredients — including bacon, egg, avocado, rocket, tomato relish and hollandaise — it’s sure to leave you satisfied.

With plenty to wrap your laughing gear around, Grangers’ back-and-better-than-ever brunch menu gives us something to smile about — no matter whether the weekend weather plays along. 

Grangers’ Seaside Brunch:
Saturday and Sunday: 10am — 12pm

Grangers Tap House and Kitchen
The Promenade, 1 Ara Tai,
Half Moon Bay, Auckland

www.grangers.co.nz

Gastronomy

Heading south soon? The Barrel Room is Ayrburn’s exquisite new subterranean bar & event space that should be on your radar
Escaping the city for the long weekend? We round up the best eateries up and down the country
The wait is over — we present Denizen’s definitive guide to the best hot cross buns for Easter 2024