Cornelia is a polished Italian restaurant and intimate wine bar tucked down a laneway off Parnell Road in Auckland’s stylish Parnell neighbourhood. Housed in a cosy, welcoming space, the kitchen, led by owner-chef Fabio Buonomo with support from his partner, turns out simple, quality Italian-inspired dishes made with fine local and imported ingredients, alongside a carefully curated list of Italian wines that brings an aperitivo spirit to every evening. A warm neighbourhood favourite with standout pasta, antipasti and dessert, it’s become one of Auckland’s most talked-about destinations for relaxed yet refined Italian fare.