100+ Delicious New Zealand Made Food Products To Try
Aotearoa New Zealand is abundant with food, growers, makers, farmers, and creators. But thinking about where the food was made seems to be further down the list of priorities when people do their grocery shopping.
Supporting food manufacturers in New Zealand has always been a focus of mine, but this year I challenged myself to going all in: A year of only buying New Zealand made food, preferably New Zealand grown too.
You can read all about the struggles and successes here, but one of the biggest time wasters and challenges was actually finding locally made food so I had variety. I knew the options were out there, but small producers are often drowned out by the ‘big dogs’ when it comes to marketing and brand awareness. I hope to change this.
With the help of thousands of people in my Instagram community, I’ve curated a list of over 100 New Zealand food brands. Some I’ve tried and tasted myself, others come highly recommended by locals around the country. My hope is that you’ll use this guide to make your grocery shopping decisions: you don’t need to switch to 100% New Zealand made, but start with one item swap and see what happens!
Note: Every brand included was chosen because their products are made in Aotearoa New Zealand. Not all ingredients in their products are NZ grown, but where possible we have tried to include NZ grown companies too and hero businesses who focus on reducing their waste. A brand’s inclusion in this list does not guarantee they have sustainability values or waste initiatives; they are simply made in NZ.
Brands with main features are the key sponsors of this blog post: without them, this huge piece of work couldn’t have happened. Thanks also to my researcher Stef and editor Emma for their help with this!
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Grains, Cereals, Seeds & Flour
Fruits & Vegetables
Misfit Garden delivers fresh, seasonal fruit and vegetable boxes across New Zealand's North Island. Sourced directly from local farmers, their boxes aim to reduce food waste while promoting affordable, healthy eating. They cater to rural and urban areas, offering subscription options to make access convenient. I’ve bought their boxes for several months and the quality and value is unmatched!
Find 10+ produce box options on my Fruit and Vege Box blog.
Grains, Cereals, Seeds & Flour
The Alternative Bread Co ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE 5% off (first time users only & excludes subscriptions)
I’d be lost without The Alternative Bread Co.! Their gluten free bread mixes aren’t only brilliant for bread making; they can be used to make pizza bases and all sorts of baking delights. Their blends are mixed by a wonderful family team in Whangārei and they have a big focus on plastic free packaging too. For cost effective, delicious, gluten free flour blends, The Alternative Bread Co. is your place.
Hemp Farm ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE is 20% off (not valid for subscriptions)
Summer Hill Seeds produces 100% natural, spray-free pumpkin seeds, oil, and flour on a family farm in rural Whanganui, New Zealand. Their products are rich in protein and nutrients, suitable for snacks, baking, and plant-based dishes. The seeds are sun-ripened and processed with care to maintain quality and minimise food miles. Speaking from experience, once you try NZ grown pumpkin seeds, you’ll never go back to imported ones! They really are a superior flavour.
Yum Granola ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE for 10% off.
Dairy Products
Brooklyn Creamery - Goat Milk
Cyclops Yoghurt are New Zealand-made artisan yoghurts, crafted with traditional methods and sustainable practices. They offer a range of products, including thick and creamy yoghurts, lactose-free options, and Greek-style varieties in multiple flavours. Known for their rich, silky texture, these yoghurts are suitable for breakfasts, snacks, and desserts. A family favourite for us!
Dairy Alternatives
Boring® is a New Zealand company producing oat milk locally with New Zealand-grown oats. Their range includes Original and Barista blends, available in one-off purchases or subscriptions. They pride themselves on sustainability, quality and simplicity. I am coeliac, so cannot eat oats, but this is a favourite amongst many of my plant-based friends. I know many non-vegans who prefer this in their coffee too!
Sonntag crafts delicious, dairy-free cheeses using nuts, seeds, and plant-based ingredients, inspired by traditional European cheesemaking and fermentation techniques. Perfect for grazing platters or as thoughtful gifts, their offerings are designed for a sustainable lifestyle without sacrificing comfort foods. Sonntag minimizes environmental impact with glass jars, minimal vacuum packaging, and a jar return program to encourage reuse. Sustainable, hearty, and lovingly crafted!
Meat
Premium Game specialises in sustainably sourced wild game meat, offering a range of products including venison, wild boar, and goat. Their selection includes fresh cuts, small goods, deli items, and curated meat boxes tailored for BBQs, family meals, or special occasions. Committed to sustainability and conservation, Premium Game ensures minimal environmental impact by responsibly managing wild populations. This is where I buy my meat. It’s incredible quality and the most sustainable way to eat meat if you’re gonna do it!
Bakery Items
La Tortilla Shop - Gisborne only
OMGoodness Bread - GF VG
OMGoodness specialises in artisan gluten & dairy-free breads, pre-mixes, and crackers made in Silverdale and Hastings, New Zealand. Their products use whole buckwheat flour, activated chia and linseeds, and nutrient-rich kelp powder. The bread range includes organic, vegan, and paleo-friendly options, featuring flavours like Sunflower & Sesame and Manuka Honey & Walnut. Pre-mixes are also available for easy home baking!
Snacks
Crafty Weka Bar ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE for 10% off.
Proper Crisps, based in sunny Nelson, New Zealand, handcrafts premium crisps with a focus on quality and real ingredients. I’ve been a huge Proper Crisps consumer for years. Their Cider Vinegar & Sea Salt crisps are magic. Proper Crisp’s range includes kettle-cooked potato crisps, thick-cut styles, authentic tortilla chips, and vegetable medleys. Cooked in small batches and free from additives, these crisps are seasoned with house-made flavours, creating a satisfying crunch for any snack occasion. Proper Crisps emphasises authenticity, sustainability, and local craftsmanship.
Chocolate & Sweets
Be Happy Chocolate - DFO
Bean To Infinity - VG DF
Ka Kā Wā produces artisanal chocolate in New Zealand, using ethically sourced Pacific cacao beans. Their range includes a 70% dark chocolate bar and 100% ceremonial cacao, celebrated for rich flavours and grounding qualities. The brand focuses on sustainability with compostable packaging, zero waste, and empowering communities in Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. Ka Kā Wā products are vegan, dairy and gluten-free (if you’re coeliac like me, you can also trust that the kitchen where the delicious goods are made is safe for you!).
Mind your temper - VG DF
Mind Your Temper, based in Christchurch, New Zealand, creates award-winning plant-based chocolates, including bonbons, bars, and dragées. Their products are crafted with premium ingredients, offering indulgent flavours while being dairy-free and vegan-friendly. Recognised at the 2024 NZ Outstanding Food Producer Awards, they operate a studio open by appointment and offer nationwide delivery.
Honey
Biohoney produces premium Mānuka and multifloral honeys in New Zealand's South Island. Their range includes high-MGO Mānuka honey, raw honeys, and skincare items incorporating local ingredients. They emphasise small-batch production to maintain quality and authenticity.
Woodland's Honey offers certified organic Mānuka and native honeys, sourced from the pristine northern Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand. Products include Mānuka honey with varying MGO levels and organic beeswax. The company prioritises sustainable beekeeping and high-quality craftsmanship. I personally adore their award winning Pōhutukawa Honey (500g) and their honey pails are a great way to buy in bulk.
Sauces, Condiments & Pickled Things
Living Goodness, based in Helensville, Auckland, specializes in crafting fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and beetroot blends. Their products are made using natural ingredients, including Himalayan salt, fermented to create live good bacteria in a New Zealand kitchen. These nutrient-rich, raw foods are designed to support gut health and add bold flavours to meals.
Uncle Dunkle's specialises in wood-fired chilli sauces, crafted in Kuaotunu on the Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand. These premium sauces are made using a unique three-day process that involves slow cooking, smoking, and roasting in a wood-fired oven fuelled by locally sourced tea tree wood. The result is a range of sauces with distinctively smoky and spicy flavours. The product line includes BBQ sauces and chilli sauces with varying heat levels, from mild to mega hot, catering to diverse tastes. The sauces are free from artificial ingredients, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free, emphasising quality and authenticity.
Oils, Spices & Seasonings
Summer Hill Seeds produces 100% natural, spray-free pumpkin seeds on a family farm in rural Whanganui, New Zealand, which they use to make Pumpkin Seed Oil. Their oil is rich in protein and nutrients, suitable for baking and all sorts of dishes. The seeds are sun-ripened and processed with care to maintain quality and minimise food miles.
Health Foods
Hemp Farm ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE is 20% off (not valid for subscriptions)
Beverages
Chia Sisters ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE for 15% off
Pete’s Natural ~ ETHICALLYKATE for 15% off
Pete’s Natural crafts sodas in Motueka, New Zealand, with fresh, locally harvested fruit. Offering flavours like Lemon Chilli and Feijoa Lemonade, their sodas use solar-powered production and avoid artificial additives. The Feijoa Lemonade is out of this world AMAZING and the classic Lemonade is a crowd favourite.
Six Barrel Soda ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE for 10% off
Wildwood ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE10 for 10% off
Wildwood, based in sunny Nelson, New Zealand, offers handcrafted cacao blends infused with organic functional mushroom extracts like Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps. Their beverages combine rich cacao, warming spices, and health-boosting ingredients, designed as a nourishing alternative to coffee. Wildwood emphasizes sustainability, high-quality ingredients, and local production.
Coffee
IncaFé Coffee ~ Code ETHICALLYKATE10 for 10% off
Catering Services & Food Boxes
Streamside Organics - Food boxes & stocked at shops & supermarkets
Sustainable Food Co. - Catering (Auckland based)
The Sustainable Food Co. is a New Zealand catering company specialising in nourishing, seasonal, and plant-based (vegetarian and vegan) dishes crafted from locally sourced, organic ingredients. Their services include catering for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions, with a focus on sustainability at every step. From reducing food waste to compostable packaging, they are committed to minimising environmental impact. Perfect for conscious food lovers who want their events to reflect their values, The Sustainable Food Co. delivers vibrant and delicious menus.
Theory Food - Catering + Condiments for sale (New Plymouth Based)
Unique Food Geeks - Catering/Food Truck (Central North Island)
We Love Local - Gift Boxes