Discover the best of Kāpiti in a box! Our gift baskets are filled with carefully selected goodies from our region’s artisan producers and come in three different sizes (with or without alcohol such as beer or wine), so you can find one that suits your budget or recipient perfectly. Give your loved ones a great present by letting them discover some of our local products they probably didn’t know existed!
What’s in our Kāpiti gift hampers*?
Here’s a selection of We Love Local’s favourite Kāpiti businesses — from independent producers in Paekakariki, to Paraparaumu, and all the way up the coast to Ōtaki:
Apostle Hot Sauce (Paekākāriki)
Chocolate from Kapiti Chocolate Factory (Raumati)
Dark Horse Coffee (Paraparaumu)
Award-winning Kapiti Olive Oil (Te Horo)
Sweets from Kapiti Candy (Ōtaki)
Glam Jams Pickles (Paraparaumu)
Koakoa Limoncello (Paraparaumu Beach)
Little Bee Honey (Kāpiti Island)
North End Brewing Craft Beer (Waikanae)
Ōhau Pinot Noir & Pinot Gris (Ōhau)
Tea from Kapitea (Paraparaumu) or Ritual Tea (Peka Peka)
Te Horo Harvest Jam (Te Horo)
Sone’s homemade and all-natural sauces (Paraparaumu)
The Bond Store Kawakawa Gin (Paraparaumu Beach)
Please choose a gift box size above for more details.
* If any products listed aren’t available they will be substituted for an item of equal or higher value from one of our other gift boxes.
There’s a lot of flavour to be found up the Kāpiti Coast, and now you can share your favourites or discover new ones. These gift baskets make thoughtful gifts for any occasion while supporting local businesses and artisan producers.
Buying local has never been more important. Gourmet jams, chocolates, olive oils, sauces… Each of our Kāpiti gift boxes is lovingly curated with hand-picked favourites made in our region, so you can share your love of local with friends, family, clients, and employees.
Giving back to local communities
We set aside 1% from every sale and donate to New Zealand charities such as Kapiti Kindness Trust or Kaibosh Food Rescue
Growing Kāpiti’s regional economy; by buying from We Love Local you directly help small companies in and around the region
Sustainable gifting
All Kāpiti gift boxes come in a reusable wooden box filled with natural wood wool. No cellophane or other plastics used.
As we only include NZ-made products, the distance goods travel from suppliers to us is kept at a minimum resulting in a reduced carbon footprint of your gift-giving. In addition, our courier packaging has been custom-made to minimise waste and reduce the carbon footprint even further during transport.
Wooden box return programme
Corporate gifts Kāpiti
Corporate gifts with your branding
Whether you need a custom-made gift hamper to congratulate and surprise clients around the country or show some thanks to work from home employees, our corporate offering allows you to send gifts for any occasion. You can even add your branding or message to make it extra special.
All gifts ordered from our website are delivered by NZ Post or Pace Couriers (for Wellington express shipping). Please see guidelines below for delivery timeframes.
North Island:
Order before 2PM for same-day processing and delivery within 1-2 business days after dispatch (mostly overnight but not guaranteed by NZ Post)
Rural deliveries may take another day or two, i.e. 2-3 business days total
South Island:
Order before 2PM for same-day processing and delivery within 2-3 business days after dispatch (Standard Shipping) or 1-2 business days using Express Shipping at checkout (overnight delivery is targeted and not guaranteed by NZ Post)
Rural deliveries may take another day or two, i.e. 4-5 business days total
Some examples:
If you need a gift delivered to Auckland for Wednesday it needs to be ordered Tuesday 2PM at the latest for a chance to arrive the next day.
If you need a gift delivered to Christchurch for Monday, we recommend ordering Wednesday 2PM at the latest (NZ Post advises 2-3 business days for delivery to the South Island) or Friday 2PM using Express Shipping.
Please note that this delivery schedule is just a guideline based on our experience of sending thousands of gift boxes across the country. We do not have any control over external factors from couriers causing delays, e.g. during peak times or weather events disrupting NZ Post's courier network.
Tips to increase the likelihood of successful delivery:
The earlier you order the better. Please make sure you leave a note during checkout mentioning the desired delivery date.
You will receive an email with tracking details informing you when a parcel is out for delivery. Give the recipient a heads-up that something is coming their way.
Gifts with alcohol have an R18 sticker and must be signed for by a person over 18.
Consider sending the parcel to the recipient's workplace if they're not working from home.
We will try our best to help you get your parcel delivered on time. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Sustainable gifting
We always strive to further reduce our impact on the environment:
By only stocking NZ-made products, we keep the distance goods travel from suppliers to us and you at a minimum resulting in a reduced carbon footprint of your gift-giving.
Customers can further reduce the carbon footprint by choosing to offset the emissions during checkout with New Zealand’s leading carbon offset provider CarbonClick.
We use 100% renewable energy both at our distribution centre and home office.
All gifts are exclusively packed in a reusable wooden box or recyclable card board boxes filled with natural wood wool. No cellophane or other plastics used.
Our courier boxes have been custom-made to minimise packaging waste and reduce their footprint during transport.
If the recipient doesn’t have a use for the wooden box after they’ve enjoyed the tasty treats, then they can send it back to us to use again, and again, and again.
Returns are super easy:
Put the empty wooden box back in our courier packaging
Add the included return courier label
Drop it at your local post shop or book a pickup using the tracking number on the return courier label.
Like all companies on their sustainability journey, we’re still working towards our sustainability goals, but we are constantly improving our environmental sustainability and reducing our footprint.
We Love Local Gift Box Reviews
Brenden F.
Our daughter was really pleased with it. - 24/09/2023
Andrea B.
Son very happy with his gift - 23/09/2023
Deb H.
I have used this service a few times now, and every one has been wonderful. The products and services are excellent, and most of all the receivers of the gifts have loved them 🥰 - 23/09/2023
Lindsay J.
Fabulous gift box and easy to order online. Delivery very prompt. A winner all round!🤩 - 23/09/2023
Maureen M.
My friend was absolutely delighted with her gift. She said it was beautifully packed. It arrived the day after I ordered it. Thank you so much. In fact, I will be ordering some more for Christmas. - 22/09/2023
Fiona B.
Got a hamper for my mother for her birthday and she loved it. The idea of supporting small businesses local to where she lives as well as charity is a great idea and a win for everyone - 21/09/2023
Margo W.
I was most impressed with the whole experience of purchasing from " We love Local." It was dealt with very professionally and in such a friendly manner. My friend loved her birthday surprise, so everyone was happy.Thank you. - 21/09/2023
Sylvia
I was looking for a gift box that was something more than a generic collection of goods (nothing wrong with those, but there is a time and a place for everything, you know). After quite a bit of search, I found We Love Local and what an amazing discovery that was! My friend was extremely happy with the packaging, the box, the content, the care and attention to detail that they put into making this birthday gift happen. Only one downside, (to no fault of We Love Local!), was the delivery process - despite the multiple detailed notes that were left on the parcel, none of the delivery instructions was followed. The recipient got it, eventually, which is what matters. I would 10/10 recommend to order from We Love Local :) - 20/09/2023
Mo K.
Excellent quality, great idea and a lovely range of products 😊 - 20/09/2023
Jacinta C.
We Love Local is so responsive and helpful! No request goes unanswered, and your deliveries are speedy. Tracking info is very accurate, and the gifts are always so beautifully packaged. Love this company! - 18/09/2023
Tessa B.
Beautifully put together, unique hampers. I have purchased through here for a few years now. Fast prompt service and owner is happy to fit your needs, swapping ect... these make tasteful gift for any occasion. - 17/09/2023
Sue C.
Great communication and excellent service, Val was so helpful in ensuring my daughter got her box delivered in time for her Birthday. My daughter loved the goodies received :) Thank you, would definately use again, Sue C. - 16/09/2023
Lianne
Fabulous service, and the perfect gift box for a friend who had moved to a new region, and she absolutely loved it! Highly recommend We Live Local - 15/09/2023
Don a.
This gift box stood out to me from all the many gift boxes that were available to buy. - 15/09/2023
Andrea B.
So easy to order item - 15/09/2023
Janere
Timo was very responsive with my email. The package arrived the very next day in less than 24hours. - 13/09/2023
Maureen M.
I thought the service was terrific. I will certainly be using this service again. Well done! l - 12/09/2023
Margaret C.
Wonderful gift box containing a selection of Wairarapa’s top products. The ordering was easy, and the gift was delivered promptlly. We loved the option to return the wooden crate in its postage box. Thank you Margaret C - 11/09/2023
Antonia S.
What an amazing service and range of products! Thank you team for the super fast turnaround time, delivery and communication. The gifts were incredibly well received and beautifully presented. - 11/09/2023
Judy F.
Arrived very fast & receiver was very happy. Thanks - 11/09/2023
Our daughter was really pleased with it. - 24/09/2023
Andrea B.
Son very happy with his gift - 23/09/2023
Deb H.
I have used this service a few times now, and every one has been wonderful. The products and services are excellent, and most of all the receivers of the gifts have loved them 🥰 - 23/09/2023
Lindsay J.
Fabulous gift box and easy to order online. Delivery very prompt. A winner all round!🤩 - 23/09/2023
Maureen M.
My friend was absolutely delighted with her gift. She said it was beautifully packed. It arrived the day after I ordered it. Thank you so much. In fact, I will be ordering some more for Christmas. - 22/09/2023
Fiona B.
Got a hamper for my mother for her birthday and she loved it. The idea of supporting small businesses local to where she lives as well as charity is a great idea and a win for everyone - 21/09/2023
Margo W.
I was most impressed with the whole experience of purchasing from " We love Local." It was dealt with very professionally and in such a friendly manner. My friend loved her birthday surprise, so everyone was happy.Thank you. - 21/09/2023
Sylvia
I was looking for a gift box that was something more than a generic collection of goods (nothing wrong with those, but there is a time and a place for everything, you know). After quite a bit of search, I found We Love Local and what an amazing discovery that was! My friend was extremely happy with the packaging, the box, the content, the care and attention to detail that they put into making this birthday gift happen. Only one downside, (to no fault of We Love Local!), was the delivery process - despite the multiple detailed notes that were left on the parcel, none of the delivery instructions was followed. The recipient got it, eventually, which is what matters. I would 10/10 recommend to order from We Love Local :) - 20/09/2023
Mo K.
Excellent quality, great idea and a lovely range of products 😊 - 20/09/2023
Jacinta C.
We Love Local is so responsive and helpful! No request goes unanswered, and your deliveries are speedy. Tracking info is very accurate, and the gifts are always so beautifully packaged. Love this company! - 18/09/2023
Tessa B.
Beautifully put together, unique hampers. I have purchased through here for a few years now. Fast prompt service and owner is happy to fit your needs, swapping ect... these make tasteful gift for any occasion. - 17/09/2023
Sue C.
Great communication and excellent service, Val was so helpful in ensuring my daughter got her box delivered in time for her Birthday. My daughter loved the goodies received :) Thank you, would definately use again, Sue C. - 16/09/2023
Lianne
Fabulous service, and the perfect gift box for a friend who had moved to a new region, and she absolutely loved it! Highly recommend We Live Local - 15/09/2023
Don a.
This gift box stood out to me from all the many gift boxes that were available to buy. - 15/09/2023
Andrea B.
So easy to order item - 15/09/2023
Janere
Timo was very responsive with my email. The package arrived the very next day in less than 24hours. - 13/09/2023
Maureen M.
I thought the service was terrific. I will certainly be using this service again. Well done! l - 12/09/2023
Margaret C.
Wonderful gift box containing a selection of Wairarapa’s top products. The ordering was easy, and the gift was delivered promptlly. We loved the option to return the wooden crate in its postage box. Thank you Margaret C - 11/09/2023
Antonia S.
What an amazing service and range of products! Thank you team for the super fast turnaround time, delivery and communication. The gifts were incredibly well received and beautifully presented. - 11/09/2023
Judy F.
Arrived very fast & receiver was very happy. Thanks - 11/09/2023
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