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BISTRONOMY

Why is Bistronomy not in Auckland? There’s a high concrete ceiling and blond wood. Plates are inventive, with bursts of pure flavour; the service is wry. “Try many things. Have fun.” We do. 40 Hastings St, Napier, (06) 834 4309, bistronomy.co.nz

EARL

We like Earl very much. A sharp all-day diner with an urbane fitout — banquettes, concrete, oak panelling — and a menu that runs from an octopus ragù to a brick-cooked chicken. 128 Lichfield St, Christchurch, (03) 365 1147, earl.co.nz

GATHERINGS

In this simple space, natural wines meet vegetable-forward dishes using ingredients sourced from around Canterbury. Charming, and smart. 5/2 Papanui Rd, Merivale, 021 0293 5641,

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