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Picky
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Juices and Smoothies |
Picky was founded by Ross Beaton and Sally Gallagher, who are passionate about using 'ugly fruit' that is cosmetically blemished but still of high quality. They aim to reduce food waste by crafting delicious juices and smoothies from these fruits, ensuring that they fulfill their destiny and are enjoyed around the globe. The brand emphasizes natural ingredients and sustainability, with a commitment to using the best fruit and technology in their production process. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
wearepicky.au |
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ikunataste
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Food & Beverage |
ikunataste offers a range of keto-friendly products, inspired by a commitment to quality and health. The brand focuses on providing delicious alternatives for those following a keto lifestyle, ensuring that taste and nutrition go hand in hand. |
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Affordable |
ikunataste.com |
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sambazon.com.au
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Budget |
sambazon.com.au |
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Mylk Made
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Nut and Seed Mylk Bases |
Mylk Made offers a range of concentrated nut and seed mylk bases that are designed to be blended with water to create delicious plant-based mylks. Our mission is to provide high-quality, sustainable alternatives to dairy milk, while also promoting eco-friendly practices such as jar returns and carbon offsetting. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
mylkmade.co.nz |
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sambazon
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Budget |
sambazon.co.nz |
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The Caker
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Baking Kits |
The Caker offers a range of baking kits and accessories designed to make baking easy and enjoyable for everyone. Founded by Jordan Rondel, the brand focuses on providing high-quality products that inspire creativity in the kitchen. |
Quality |
Affordable |
the-caker.com |
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Lewis Road Creamery
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Dairy Products |
Lewis Road Creamery is a New Zealand company dedicated to producing high-quality dairy products. It is run by four New Zealand directors and focuses on sustainability and ethical practices in dairy production. |
Quality |
MidRange |
lewisroadcreamery.co.nz |
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Picky
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Juices and Smoothies |
Picky was founded by Ross Beaton and Sally Gallagher, who were passionate about using 'ugly fruit' that was cosmetically blemished but still had excellent taste. They started with apple juice and expanded to a range of juices and smoothies, focusing on quality and reducing food waste. Their production facility is located in Whakatu, Hawke's Bay, where they utilize advanced technology to create their products. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
wearepicky.co.nz |
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Grater Goods
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Plant-based Foods |
Grater Goods’ Kaupapa is to bring you all the pleasures of fine foods in gourmet plant-based deli items. To show you the breadth of plant proteins, to make delicious vegan meats, cheeses, and pates. We create Premium, artisan products that are 100% plant-based. Founded by Kiwi musician Flip Grater, Grater Goods started in 2018 to create decadent, luxurious European-style kai alongside exceptional wines of Aotearoa. The name Grater Goods references Flip’s grandfather's butchery, subverting it with a 100% plant-based menu for contemporary tastes and planetary priorities. |
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Affordable |
gratergoods.co.nz |
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Apostle Hot Sauce
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Food & Beverage |
Apostle is a small team of three, Mat, Lydia and their dog Ben. Mat had been concocting delicious sauces, ferments and spice mixes for years, so in an attempt to get to know their community better, they started selling them at their local market in Paekākāriki. With an overwhelmingly positive response, they decided to do more. With Lydia’s background in graphic design and their shared love of great food, they thought this would be a wonderful way to utilise their individual skills and passions to create something beautiful together. They draw inspiration for their flavours from the diverse culinary landscape of Aotearoa, blending the best of local flavours to make every dish enjoyable. Heavily inspired by Roman Catholic artwork, Greek Orthodox iconography, Irish Illuminated Manuscripts and Tarot de Marseilles, each bottle and its contents are considered a work of art, a gift from their hearts to your plate. |
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Affordable |
apostlehotsauce.co.nz |
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Vitasport
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Electrolyte Drinks |
Vitasport is a range of electrolyte drink and supplemented food bases for the rapid replacement of fluid, carbohydrates and essential electrolytes. Our ranges include Original, + Caffeine and 99% Sugar Free. Vitasport is manufactured and packed in Auckland, New Zealand, and is designed to help individuals stay hydrated and replenished during physical exertion or busy lifestyles. |
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Affordable |
vitasport.co.nz |
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Off-Piste Provisions
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Plant-Based Snacks |
Off-Piste Provisions is a food tech startup based in New Zealand, dedicated to creating innovative plant-based meat alternatives. Founded by a team passionate about the outdoors and sustainability, the brand emerged from a desire to reduce the environmental impact of food choices, particularly the greenhouse gas emissions associated with livestock. By collaborating with food scientists and nutritionists, Off-Piste has developed a range of nutritious, protein-packed provisions that cater to health-conscious consumers and those seeking plant-based options without sacrificing taste. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
offpisteprovisions.com |
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Morningcider
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Cider |
Inspired to make Morningside a better place to live, and by the love of a cheeky pun, The Cider Barons & Baroness decided to make what some consider to be the most bad-ass cider in the land. Coming from the neighbourhood that always looks on the bright cider life, we’ve found the in-cider information on juicing those local apples into something very a-peel-ing. From cheeky puns right through to our tasty drops, THIS IS HOW WE LIKE DEM APPLES. |
Sustainability |
Affordable |
morningcider.co |
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Jess's Underground Kitchen
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Frozen Meals |
Jess's Underground Kitchen came to life around my kitchen table. A friend was devouring one of my weeknight dinners and made a flippant comment: “I’d love to pay you to cook my meals during the week.” It seemed like an interesting challenge! We’ve come a long way since JUK’s first Thai green chicken curry back in February 2013, when customers used to pick up from the pink house in Ponsonby. It grew organically, by word of mouth... a delicious secret club. It didn’t take long to realise that there was a gap in the market for freshly cooked, healthy convenience food. I never set out to fill it; I was just cooking the food I’d always cooked. My week night dinners, but for hundreds instead of one. |
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Affordable |
juk.co.nz |
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The Confectionist
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Handmade Confectionery |
Brooke Peterson, a maker of life’s sweet delights, started The Confectionist after spending years in local food manufacturing. With a background in commerce and food science, she combines the art of baking with scientific precision to create handmade toffee temptations that are perfect for joyous moments. |
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Affordable |
theconfectionist.co.nz |
