Organic food

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.