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Wellington New Zealand has a thriving craft beer scene. From its breweries to its bars and pubs, visitors are spoiled for choice. Here's my pick of the lot.

There’s a lot said about pork these days, and our lamb has a pretty good rep overseas, but chicken is a roast for all seasons. Light and succulent, it hits all the right flavour notes without weighing you down. Moore Wilson’s Chook Wagon has you covered for spontaneous picnics or read more

Wellington has a number of new bars, including another rooftop, a slightly western saloon, a craft beer taproom and a New Orleans experience using iPads to order.

Delicious dumplings using only natural and ethically sourced ingredients. New Zealand free-range meat dumplings. Plant-based vegan dumplings. Dipping sauce.

From boutiques stocking local and international designers, to quirky gift stores, Wellington is a treasure trove of beautiful new things.

What once was an old laundry has retained its namesake but taken on a new lease of life, in the very pleasing form of a juke joint and music café. Things can only be described as ‘kitsch’ at Laundry. It’s all bright colours, somewhat obscure paraphernalia and mismatched furniture. It’s read more

Crumpet on Manners Street is a quaint café / bar and quite possibly Wellington’s best kept secret. Everything about this place is excellent – the lovely staff, delicious custom-made cocktails, jazz music, old fashioned tablecloths on beautiful wooden tables, dim lighting and candles at night time. Crumpets are on the read more