Organic food Archives

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6 New Zealand-made craft chocolates that make the perfect gift

If you’re stuck on a gift for a loved one, the chocolate aisle is usually the first port of call. But rather than picking any old block of choc off the shelf, why not opt for one that has been made with love, care and precision in Aotearoa?

6 Nelson food companies that are putting the environment first

A growing number of Nelson producers are prioritising the environment – and creating something delicious while they’re at it. Meet this new wave of local food businesses who are doing good by Mother Nature.

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Meet the food truck serving up gluten-free Italian cuisine around Auckland

Keep an eye out on the road around Auckland for this Italian eatery with a twist – you’ll be rewarded with gluten-free pasta, arancini, tiramisu and more. Nadia magazine visits the retro caravan kitchen to discover their story.

Foodie Destination: Gatherer, Hari Hari

On the West Coast, where pub food is king, Alisha McIntosh has created a wholefood haven for tourists and locals in the tiny town of Hari Hari. Discover this oasis of health, which is so much more than just a cafe.

Meet the Auckland Food Truck Collective: the brains behind Auckland’s best street food events

Tim and Maggie of the Auckland Food Truck Collective are creating a platform for food truck owners to bring their unique styles of cuisine to the streets of Auckland. But for them, it's about so much more than the food.

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Meet Timmy Smith: the creative force behind a Waiheke Island jewellery and organic tea store

Overlooking idyllic Oneroa Bay on Waiheke Island, Timmy Smith is a space for people to come together over a cuppa and peruse creative works. Discover the story behind this creative store owner's brews.

Meet the Taranaki recyclers living off the land

Ahu Ahu Beach Villas combine an artistic assemblage of recycled and rustic materials in a peaceful farm setting with sweeping coastal views. We talk to the owner, David Marshall about growing produce and his sustainable approach to both food and architecture.

How the family behind Earthbound Honey turned their beekeeping passion into a business

Bees mean business at Earthbound Honey, a raw, natural honey company based in West Auckland. NADIA magazine went to meet the family behind the brand.

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The NZ chocolatiers forging a path for craft chocolate

Meet the Kiwi craft chocolate businesses forging a path for bean-to-bar chocolate

The craft chocolate scene in New Zealand is growing, with a focus on fairly traded cacao from the Pacific Islands. Nadia magazine meets some of the brands producing bean-to-bar chocolate and a few boutique players doing things their own way.

Foodie destination: Bespoke Kitchen, Queenstown

Perched on a hill overlooking Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables, just far enough to escape the flurry of Queenstown's town centre, Bespoke Kitchen is a haven of fantastic food and utter tranquillity.

Foodie destination: The Shack, Raglan

Making its presence known in its laid-back home on the Waikato coast, The Shack is the perfect place to spend a slow morning. Discover the story behind Raglan’s best spot for great food and even greater company.

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Heavenly honey recipes & how to protect the future of bees

Honey is both a pantry staple and the life force of the honeybee. Here’s how to safeguard the future of our fuzzy friends in your own backyard – as well as enjoy that fragrant nectar.

Foodie destination: Matakana Village Farmers’ Market

Take yourself on a Saturday morning city escape to the Matakana Village Farmers’ Market, and discover a foodie’s heaven of fresh, sustainable and delicious artisan goods.

Ben Warren’s lush organic garden will make you want to grow your own vegetables

NADIA magazine takes a tour through the delightfully overgrown organic garden created by nutritionist Ben Warren and his wife, Lynda, where they learn how to get started on our own vege patch and why weeds are worth keeping around.