The best NZ restaurants out of Auckland, according to the Viva team

From a restaurant in the middle of a gorge to excellence in the capital.

$39 for rooftop party and glass of bubbles? The best places to eat in Auckland on NYE

Plus, a reader is concerned about Jesse's diet but what does his doctor think?

Is Fashion Done With Inclusivity, Instagram and Kardashians?

Olivier Rousteing's departure from Balmain suggests the answer may be yes.

What’s with all the retro sneakers?

How vintage kicks became the must-have shoe of 2025.

13 simple steps to get your home guest-ready for the holidays

Simple prep tips help avoid a last-minute scramble during the holidays.

How to dress well as a plus-size man in NZ: Expert tips from designers and customers

Style has never belonged to one body type. Here's how to shop for bigger or taller frames.

5 things you need to know about Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival, NZFW’s first official South Island event

From Caitlin Crisp's headline event to slow fashion makers spotlighting their craft.

How to choose eyewear that fits your face – and your personal style

Christopher Esber shares how to find eyewear that feels authentic, not just on trend.

Glitter! Metallics! Shimmer! A no-holds-barred guide to party season beauty

Prepare to dazzle this party season with our edit of unconventional makeup looks.

How gait, genes and good bacteria could change the way we think about ageing

Viva's Beauty Editor travelled to Cannes to find out from international experts.

A beauty editor's guide to what's worth buying from Victoria Beckham Beauty

All the beauty news worth knowing this month.

Viva Top 50: This is Auckland's best new restaurant, according to the judges

They've also picked the best place to dress up and the city's best-kept secret.

Viva Top 50: Auckland's best restaurants revealed

Jesse Mulligan and Kelly Gibney pick the city's best... but who is crowned supreme winner?

Watch: Auckland chef's reaction when surprised with Viva Top 50 award

'Henry, I haven't been completely honest with you,' Jesse Mulligan told him.

A sunny, Californian wedding for a couple from the Southern Alps

Val and Taylor Cullen's big day involved strawberries, tarantulas and house party energy.

Plant-powered nutrition: What every vegan & vegetarian needs to know

Dr Libby has advice for those choosing a plant-based diet.

NZ business Honuka's award-winning supplement inspired by African roots

How a childhood spent on an African wildlife reserve inspired an award-winning supplement.

Cafes, gardens, libraries: Best spots to shelter from cold winter weather in Auckland

Find cosiness beyond your bed, with visits to fiery restaurants and protected greenery.

What a cookbook author learned at a Spanish food retreat, and how it can change your home cooking

Plus, Gretchen Lowe's exclusive Spanish-inspired recipes.

How Emma Sage is inspiring a new generation of Kiwis to get gardening

Plus, her expert gardening tips for beginners.

What to purge, relocate or rearrange to quickly reduce visual clutter

You don’t need that many umbrellas, and you definitely don’t need them in your entryway.

Your home could be making you sad. Here’s how to change it

Home isn’t just where you live; it should make you feel at ease and truly yourself.

Diane Keaton was the definition of a style icon

Her legacy will include how she shaped fashion, rather than allowing fashion to shape her.

‘I didn’t know I had PTSD': Sharon Van Etten on new music, motherhood and therapy

The US music star talks to Viva ahead of her NZ tour in November.

Inside the Karangahape Rd store that won’t take your money

But you can take away treasures from the 'economic experiment' with the right receipts.

How the women of Too Much made the rom-com just right

Lena Dunham wanted to open up the world of romantic comedies with her new Netflix series.