Don’t Miss: Hercules Noble x Deli di Bossi

Two culinary heavyweights unite for a one-week-only sensation. Ahead of World Sandwich Day, Deli di Bossi — renowned for its authentic Italian fare — joins forces with viral sourdough star Hercules Noble to create the Carbonara Pane Fritto. Combining Noble’s cult-favourite sourdough with Bossi’s signature flair, this indulgent toasted creation is layered with mascarpone, pecorino and crispy guanciale. It’s a meeting of craftsmanship and creativity that promises to be Auckland’s most coveted bite of the year.

Available 3–8 November at Deli di Bossi, 10 Commerce Street, Auckland CBD.

Somm Sundowns

After a typically wet and weary Auckland winter, warmer climes and lighter spring menu edits usher in a welcome change. In keeping with their expansive local wine list (conveniently available by the glass) and a plethora of gastro offerings to boot, Somm’s October menu edit has arrived at precisely the right time. What’s more, to kick start the summer season in one of our favourite seaside locales, Somm Sundowns has officially returned, offering an extended happy hour menu from 4pm until 6pm daily.

Knead On Benson Christmas Offerings

‘Tis the season for tasty little morsels, courtesy of Remuera’s favourite local bakery. Available from October 27 right up until Christmas, this year’s seasonal selection includes a nostalgic runlist of tried and true gems — think house-made fruit mince tarts, the biscuit selection, Christmas cake and the almost too-pretty-to-eat gingerbread tree.

Perrier-Jouët Garden Bar at Huami

SkyCity’s epic food festival, Served, will return this November. Among this year’s seasonal standouts, the Perrier-Jouet Garden Bar at Huami will return on November 5 running right through until February 1. Sip and savour a PJ flute or bring your appetite and indulge in the Bird Cage Platter for $45, including four standout dishes from the dim sum menu.

DineAid Christmas Campaign Returns

It’s the season for giving — and dining out has never felt more rewarding. From November 1 to December 31, 61 of the country’s favourite restaurants are joining forces for the 13th annual DineAid Christmas campaign, proving that a little generosity can go a long way. The initiative encourages diners to add a $3 donation to their bill, or $1–$3 to a featured dish or cocktail, with every cent going directly to City Missions across Aotearoa.

Thanks to the generous backing of Precinct Properties, one hundred percent of donations raised will help fund food banks and community kitchens through City Missions in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, reaching more than 135 distribution points nationwide. It’s a deliciously simple way to do good while enjoying a long lunch or festive dinner out.

Founder Mark Gregory says, “We’re so grateful to the restaurants and diners who show up for DineAid each year — their kindness makes a tangible difference to families in need.”

So this festive season, eat, drink and give generously — because every bite counts.

The DineAid Christmas Campaign runs from November 1 to December 31, 2025. For a full list of participating venues, click here.

Ayrburn Whisky Flights in the Vintner’s Bar

Treat your resident whiskey connoisseur or brush up on your own knowledge, at one of Ayrburn’s Whiskey Flights. Guests will enjoy a range of artisanal drops from time-honoured distilleries in both Ireland and Central Otago. Designed to be enjoyed at your own pace, the full flight allows guests to sample the very best on offer, alongside a curated selection of cheeses and gourmet chocolate. No booking required, simply settle into Ayrburn’s Vintner’s Bar and let the atmosphere take hold. Available from 11:30am, 7 days a week. 

Maison Vauron Rosé Market Day

A firm fixture on our spring calendar, the one-and-only Maison Vauron is back with their hotly anticipated Rosé Market Day — just in case that European holiday was starting to feel very far away. This free event will take place on Saturday November 8 and features over 20 different rosé wines from a variety of boutique producers throughout prolific regions like Provence, Méditerranée, Bandol, Bordeaux, Loire, Beaujolais, and the Languedoc. Guests will be treated to live music and an array of French food trucks and cheese from La Fromagerie, served alongside fresh cafe fare from L’Atelier du Fromage. We can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday.

Campari Laneway Sessions

Nothing says “summer’s beckoning” quite like a Campari Spritz. Kicking off on Friday, the 7th of November and scheduled to run for seven full weeks, Campari will take over Bar Ziti’s iconic laneway for the Campari Laneway Sessions series. Expect resident DJs from 5pm until 8pm every Friday, a curated selection of spritzes and aperitivo hour between 4pm and 6pm.

Kohi Beach Fish & Chips Pop-up

One for the entire family to enjoy, the ever-popular Kohi Beach will resume its popular Fish & Chips Pop-up from the end of October onwards. Make full use of the extended daylight hours and treat little gourmands to the full line-up Kiwi classics — think fish burgers, prawn toasts, hot chips and cray rolls.

Andiamo’s New Menu

Officially reopening to a steadfast and true loyal following on Wednesday October 22, the beloved Auckland eatery has quite literally never looked better — with a fresh new spring menu to boot. Diners can expect to be thoroughly impressed by the additions, including the melt-in-your-mouth bruschetta toasts topped with smoked fish, green tomatoes and capers, or the deliciously shareable Vitello Tonnato with rose veal, tuna mayo and caper berries. Sitting neatly alongside hero dishes with cult-like followings, the newest gastronomic delights further bolster a menu that quite frankly needs no introduction.

Gaja’s New Menu

Our go-to for a well balanced Bibimbap or impromptu takeaway night, Gaja has fast become one of Auckland’s best Korean eateries. What’s more, the Ponsonby Central mainstay have just released a new and improved spring menu, featuring no dish over $20. We suggest you gather your friends and indulge in the authentic flavours of Seoul.

Bar Magda BYO

Tucked down a Cross Street staircase, Bar Magda feels like a sultry little secret — a low-lit lair where Aotearoa’s seasonal bounty meets Filipino soul. Chef Carlo Buenaventura’s menu never misses and with a $65 per person set menu and no corkage fee, it’s high time to pay a visit (if you haven’t already). What’s more, this hidden gem has recently introduced their very own vintage, the 2024 Magda — a tannin-rich, chilled red blend, produced by Brood fermentation in Nelson, in collaboration with chef Carlo — we strongly suggest keeping Bar Magda in steady rotation.

Aotearoa High Tea in The Libraries at The Hotel Britomart

Offering a curated combination of art, design and culinary delights, High Tea in The Libraries at The Hotel Britomart is back, featuring a whole host of contemporary delicacies crafted by executive chef, Andrew Lautenbach. Drawing inspiration from his favourite childhood sweet treats, guests will be welcomed to the space with a glass of No1 Family Estate Assemblé, followed by a selection of teas from Zealong. An afternoon in The Hotel Britomart, devouring an array of sweet and savouring delights — sounds heavenly.

Lawson’s Dry Hills Winemakers’ Degustation Dinner at The Libraries

Wine-lovers, mark your calendars. Lawson Dry Hills’ chief winemaker Marcus Wright and Kingi’s head chef Stefania Palermo will come together to host a casual, free-flowing tasting on November 26, in the Kingi courtyard. For $57 per person, guests can expect tailored food and wine pairings alongside insights into both the vineyards and intricacies of the winemaking process, celebrating the very best of the Marlborough region.

Happy Hour at Advieh in Commercial Bay

In a bid to keep spirits high until summer, make a beeline to Commercial Bay to enjoy the welcome return of Advieh’s Happy Hour. Available daily from 3pm until 7pm, the new and improved menu includes an impressive line up of cocktails and bar snacks. Hero libations include the Wild Dahlia Roots — a refreshing combination of gin, crème de cassis, pomegranate shrub, lemonade, coconut and lime foam. Chef’s kiss.

Silo Park Auckland Night Markets

Treat yourself to flavours from around the globe in the very heart of Auckland’s CBD, with Silo Park’s beloved Auckland Night Market, now back in full force. Open every Saturday from 4pm until midnight and Sunday from 4pm-11pm, the city comes to life throughout summer with colourful stalls, live music and a mouth-watering array of street eats.