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.

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.

Hyde Kitchen is a garden paradise not to be missed.

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

The romantic imagery conveyed by a hotel fails to convey itself to the kitchen.

By George, it's fine by me, writes Peter Calder in his 5-star review.

Before it closes at Christmas, the first person to review Merediths pays a final visit.

Choices ran, at top speed, the gamut from unremarkable to poor.

If you can't physically get to Mexico this weekend, a Mt Albert cantina will help.

Pickled cucumber rules in mid-city lunch spot.

New Korean Parnell restaurant comes up trumps.

Fluttering with excitement in a beauty of a Viaduct restaurant beast.

As always, it's great to feel the pulse.

From okay to a high note.