FOODIE FE ATUR E YOUR GUIDE TO FOOD IN R AG L A N
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e might be well known for surfing and more recently the arts but Raglan as a food destination is established and expanding. Cafe culture arrived in the late 80s and since then we have been able to enjoy menus from around the globe in our seaside village. Not only do we have a great selection of cafes and restaurants but we also attract smaller food businesses and as a result there is a diverse selection of high quality food available at various markets and about town. The focus is generally quality nutrition but we also have delectable treats on offer.
We are fortunate to have food producers that locals can access directly. We can eat local nourishing food and benefit from the fresh array of produce on our doorstep. This month the Local Rag brings you the first Foodie feature to start introducing local food businesses and what they offer. If you are a foodie kind of person and want to feature anything to do with food in a future Local Rag issue then get in touch with Jacqui at info@raglanchronicle.co.nz Think about sharing your establishment, your gourmet food, your produces, your venue or perhaps your culinary lessons.
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ou might have noticed the blue Kaiwaka Kitchen food truck at Evening Eats, Soundsplash, the Golf Club or on the streets in Raglan. This project of mine was born here, in Whaingaroa in 2018. Originally from Kaiwaka, of Māori and Fijian descent, I grew up in a culture where food is the ultimate expression of love and sharing. My passion for food, and the joy It brings to people is what drove me to create Kaiwaka Kitchen. The menu I offer on the streets is inspired by my heritage and also the fondness for fresh, flavourful Asian cuisine. Versatile and creative, you can savour my cooking on the streets, the markets in Raglan, or inquire about my wide range of menu a’ la carte for weddings or events large or small. You can follow me on facebook or Instagram for more details. IG @kaiwaka_kitchen_ltd fb Kaiwaka Kitchen
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easonal Fruit & Vege Boxes are one of our long-loved specialties, starting as part of our Naturopathic services, providing our clients access to fresh organic food. We offer all fruit, all vegetables, or a combination of both. In consideration of budget and personal preferences, we can adjust orders to your needs. With seasonal variation and produce availability our website is updated weekly indicating what is in-stock. You can order weekly or fortnightly and ‘build-your-own box’ or arrange a standing order for a set-price ‘surprise box’. Our subscription system allows you take the hassle out of your weekly shop, with the freedom to dip in and out. To ensure freshness and abundance boxes are available WednesdayFriday. Either pay online or in-store as you pick-up. This makes it easy for you to eat in a way that is nourishing. For more information, call us on (07) 825 7444 OR visit our website