Harvest to Hand is a family affair, founded by Holleigh, Ian and Dylan in 2020. Based on the family farm in Central Hawke's Bay, the team provide wholesome and sustainably grown food products to Kiwis all across New Zealand.Using one of the world's most sustainable plants, Harvest to Hand have created a hemp-based product line, making oils, flours and more...

Passionate about pickles? So are Harry and Fiona, founders of Last Jar.  A small-batch start-up making chutneys, pickles, relishes and jams. These two have been selling their products at Auckland markets and recently online too. Their products are 'not your typickle', they're handmade (right down to the personal handwriting on the jars) and they're simply delicious!

The heart of Island Style PNB is a Fijian family doing life in the Beautiful Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. Their unique products were born from a slight Peanut Butter obsession and the need to feed growing appetites. Island Style PNB has evolved with the inspiration of the tropics and continues today because it is just so darn delicious.They are passionate about...

The best thing about small artisan businesses? The story. We love knowing where our products come from, the people that make them and how the ideas are inspired. That’s why we have these weekly highlights. A time to shine a light on awesome Kiwi’s doing epic things. This week is no exception. We introduce to you to Hannah Melsop, founder and former...

Have you heard of Revive Water Kefir?This weeks’ Artisan, Terra, makes batch brewed, sparkling water Kefir. A fruit-infused water, full of healthy probiotics that are great for the gut, skin and help to energise the whole body! These brews, which are hand crafted and fermented in Wanaka, are a beautiful reflection of Terra's philosophy; Mother Nature knows best, so why muck with...

This week we're all about the South American power duo who are responsible for the mouthwatering creations at Gypsy Oven.  With a shared passion for good food, Leo and Javier started this small-batch bakery in 2018. Using traditional French and Latin-American baking techniques, along with their own dash of innovation, the two friends create nothing short of delicious baked goods.When...

We’d like to introduce you to a new artisan in town - The Fishwives Smokehouse. Born and raised in France, Alice and Marie's fondest childhood memories are to do with food. Arriving in New Zealand half a decade ago, they were most surprised by the quality of the fresh, locally grown produce. Over the years (many humorous tales along the...

We're excited to finally be able to share with you our NEW artisan product!Manuka Smoked Wild Venison Salami100% Wild deer from Fiordland, hot smoked and handcrafted with whole and natural ingredients in Southland. A smooth and generously-flavoured salami, this venison treat is the perfect platter addition. A platter idea for your Friday afternoon: Blue Cheese from Whitestone Cheese Superseed Crackers (perhaps the Garlic...

With the latest Covid announcement, we felt it timely to celebrate the Artisans. This week we introduce to you Robbies.With a strong yearning for the pickels and preserves from her childhood, Josie (the cook and creator behind the scenes), went about making her own original products. A small passionate family team, Robbies have been creating handmade preserves for the last...