April 2025

Dry Wantan Mee

Springy egg noodles with char siu pork and wontons in sweet-savoury sauce. The ultimate Malaysian-Chinese street food noodle dish. That perfect twirl of perfectly seasoned noodles, Charred pork, soft dumplings, and just enough chilli kick to keep you going back for more. Who else craves this at 2am? #WantonMee There...

Berlinchen (Auckland CBD, New Zealand)

Expecting German breakfast at Berlinchen? Think again. The buffet was a letdown—cold eggs, sad sausages, and zero pretzels in sight. NZ$35 for this? Not worth it. Maybe dinner saves it, but we’re not rushing back. #AucklandEats #GermanFood #BreakfastFail.   Berlinchen’s breakfast buffet disappoints—cold eggs, stale pastries, and no German flair. Maybe...

Sopas de Upo

Sopas de Upo: A light Filipino soup with bottle gourd & pork in savory broth. Easy, healthy comfort food perfect with rice! #FilipinoFood.  Who knew simple could be this good? Sopas de Upo – tender bottle gourd & pork in light savory broth. Comfort in every spoonful. #UpoSoup #FilipinoFood Tired of...

Parmesan Crusted Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Parmesan Crusted Smashed Potatoes—fluffy inside, golden, and crunchy outside! The ultimate side dish or appetizer.  Move over, fries! These Parmesan Crusted Smashed Potatoes are crispy, cheesy, and utterly addictive. Perfect for dipping or devouring straight from the tray. #PotatoPerfection If you think you’ve tried every possible way to enjoy...

Papa Bens Lomi (Henderson, Auckland, New Zealand)

Batangas-style lomi—thick noodles in rich broth with chicharon, meatballs & more. A Filipino comfort food gem.  Craving authentic Lomi Batangas? Papa Ben’s in Henderson serves the real deal—thick egg noodles, sticky savory broth, chicharon, meatballs & more. Hearty, nostalgic, and perfect for sharing! #FilipinoFood #LomiBatangas #AucklandEats #ComfortFood For Filipinos in...

Special Chopsuey

Special Chopsuey: A Filipino-Chinese stir-fry with chicken liver, lap cheong, XO sauce, and vibrant veggies. Perfect for celebrations or a weekend treat!  Upgrade your Chopsuey game with this special version! Packed with chicken liver, lap cheong, and XO sauce, it’s a feast for the senses. #SpecialChopsuey In the Philippines, the...

Narita (Wairau, North Shore City, New Zealand)

Narita in Wairau offers a nostalgic Japanese dining experience, but declining food quality and service make it a shadow of its former self.  Narita, a once-beloved Japanese restaurant now struggling to live up to its former glory. While the nostalgia remains, the food and service have seen better days. A...

Leftover Fruit Sorbet

Turn leftover fruits into a refreshing, dairy-free sorbet! This easy recipe uses oranges, pears, stone fruits, and more for a healthy, fruity treat.  Got leftover fruits? Don’t toss them—turn them into a refreshing, fruity sorbet! Perfect for summer and a great way to reduce food waste. #LeftoverFruitSorbet Do you ever...

Glutinous Rice Flour Red Bean Pancake

Crispy, chewy Glutinous Rice Flour Red Bean Pancake—a traditional Chinese treat filled with sweet red bean paste and coated in sesame seeds.  Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and filled with sweet red bean paste. This Chinese pancake is a texture lover’s dream! #RedBeanPancake If you’ve ever wandered...

Katsu Katsu (Newmarket, Auckland, New Zealand)

Katsu Katsu in Newmarket offers authentic Japanese katsu dishes, udon, and more in a cosy, modern setting. A must-visit for crispy, fried delights.  Crispy, juicy, and full of flavour—Katsu Katsu brings the best of Japanese katsu to Newmarket! From pork katsu to prawn tempura udon, every bite is a delight....