Making food safe: Auditing Solutions NZ

As consumers we buy our food from all kinds of outlets – from supermarkets and restaurants to bakeries and burger bars. We eat it, focusing on the way it tastes and the way it makes us feel. Do we tend to think about how safe it is or whether it might be putting us at […]

Locally owned & sustainable: United Fisheries

United Fisheries has established itself as a leading family-owned Christchurch business, providing quality seafood to the local market and across the globe.     Founded by Kypros Kotzikas in 1974, it has grown from modest beginnings to become one of the top 10 seafood companies in New Zealand. Nowadays, Kypros’ four sons, and a grandson, […]

Plant-based power players: Green Dinner Table

We’re craving convenience; and plant-based convenience, it seems, is at the top of the agenda, as we increasingly seek the simplicity of this lifestyle choice. Heading the change – and making it a much more palatable journey – are Cole Stacey and Tom Riley – who are delivering plant-based food boxes across the city under […]

The boast of Beckenham: The Birdwood Eatery

It’s no exaggeration to say that The Birdwood Eatery and Pizzeria truly is in the ‘heart of Beckenham’, for this is an eatery with a big personality, dedicated to building strong connections with its clientele by providing food that is local, fresh and flavoursome.     The team at The Birdwood is welcoming and attentive. […]

The coolest events in town: The Rollin’ Pedaler

Why is it that when licking an ice cream, we instantly feel so darned good? James Wasley and Laura Proudman can answer that one. It was five years ago in a Stratford-Upon-Avon pub that a shared love for Mint Choc-Chip ice cream soon found James and Laura falling in love and setting off for Continental […]

Firm favourite for foodies: Original Foods Baking Co.

You’ve likely heard of this locally owned and operated Canterbury family business, which has been a firm favourite since its beginnings in 1991… but if you’re unsure, we’re willing to bet you’ll have given them a go without knowing it.     Been on an Air New Zealand flight recently? The delicious muffins on offer […]