Cable Bay sits tucked into Doubtless Bay, about as far north as you can go in New Zealand. This is where Due North Foods handcrafts every one of its sauces, jams, and chutneys. From Karikari Peninsula olives to wild Northland blackberries, every jar connects to the land around it.
Meet Samantha Burgess, founder of Preservation Jam. What started as a mission to rescue excess produce in the Bay of Plenty has found a new home on the Kāpiti Coast. Sam crafts all-natural, small-batch preserves and jams from local seasonal fruits that would otherwise go to waste. You’ll find her creations in our Kāpiti Goodies Gift Box.
If you’ve ever sent gift boxes to a long list of recipients through us, you’ll know we already have a bulk order form that handles that well. You download a spreadsheet template, fill in your addresses and gift preferences, upload it, and we take care of the rest. For businesses sending 20, 50, or 100 […]
Chris and Linda Smith discovered a neglected olive grove during a bike ride in Mangawhai in 2012, restored it, and now produce award-winning EVOO from five varieties. Their grove was selected for a national research programme that doubled olive yields across NZ. They’ve won medals every year since their first harvest and still run community picking days. We stock their oil in our Notable Northland and Vegan gift boxes.
Skip predictable Valentine’s gifts this year. Regional NZ gift boxes let you choose treats from places that mean something to you and your recipient, turning a gift into a personal story. Free heart cookie with orders over $100.
This article is part of our Supplier Stories series, where we share the people and stories behind the products in our gift boxes. There’s something special about discovering a local producer who’s genuinely doing things differently. Wonderland Chocolate first caught our attention through their branding. That distinctive turquoise packaging with carnival characters immediately stood out […]
Summer’s in full swing and New Zealand’s food festival scene is buzzing! From wine celebrations to craft beer festivals and everything in between, the next two months offer great opportunities to discover local flavours and find the perfect excuse to send someone special a thoughtful gift. Food Events Happening This Summer January and February are […]
There’s something about a good ham taking centre stage at Christmas lunch. The anticipation as you carve that first slice, the aroma filling the kitchen, everyone gathered around waiting for their share. This year, we’re bringing that experience straight to doorsteps across New Zealand with our Christmas Ham Gift Box featuring Woody’s free-range ham. A […]
We’ve always believed the best gifts tell stories. This Christmas, we’re thrilled to share a new chapter with Kāpiti Coast-based artist Rachel Walker. Rachel (also known as Walkerillo) creates stunning watercolour, spray paint, pen and ink artworks inspired by the natural world. Her drippy, energetic style captures the attitude and beauty of Aotearoa’s birds, sea […]
Summer’s arriving with the most incredible lineup of food festivals and gift-giving opportunities across New Zealand! Whether you’re chasing weekend adventures or searching for the perfect excuse to send someone special a thoughtful gift, we’ve got you covered. Amazing Food Events Happening These Months November and December are packed with gorgeous food experiences across the […]
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