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You'd be mad to miss this busy cafe where culture and flavours collide.

Small but perfectly formed plates rescue a night of plans gone wrong.

Oh for a ceiling fan but there are still no warm fuzzies.

Hand yourself over to the maestro and trust his mother's recipes.

Get down with the cool kids at this house of spicy delights.

No animals were harmed in the making of this meal.

Portions are in the customers' favour at this revamped cafe.

Prepare to not be disappointed.

Canvas reviewer Kim Knight reveals her top picks for 2017.

Valentine's Day is perfect for brunch — even before work.

A house speciality hits the spot at this waterfront kitchen.

A caring cafe with a side of vanilla.

Some treats should stay on the beach, writes Kim Knight.

Wooed by the call of a wealth of new food choices, Malaysian food wins.

Oysters shucked to order, octopus and more — though not quite a feast.

The carnival is open for your taste buds in Milford.

When all around are barbecuing, try going upmarket at this iconic eatery.

A corner cafe ticks all the boxes.

A raw brunch leaves our reviewer ... well, cold.

After 30 years of finding fault for a living, Herald reviewer Peter Calder is retiring.

Not everything is good, but some of these places are excellent.

A great place to commune with the locals — even if you aren't

No need to gild this Lillius — it's fine as it is.

Service needs tweaking at this unusual jewel in 'old quarter'.

A rural setting with fare fit for a hungry hunter.

Wary diners need not be afraid.

Feeling fried on the sun deck? Enjoy the deep-fried fare indoors.

Hyde Kitchen is a garden paradise not to be missed.

It may seem too good to be true — but it is ...