GoodBugs

GoodBugs Award Winning producers of Fermented Foods in NZ. All our ferments are made in small batches, from local spray free produce.
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Our products are traditionally fermented with salt using the natural yeasts and bacteria. Fermenting foods is a practice as old as humans themselves. Before modern food production every household would practice fermentation as a way of preserving the harvest and keeping food over non-productive winter months. All over the world traditional cultures innately knew how to improve food with the use of invisible microbes. Science is only just catching up with the innate wisdom of our ancestors. Marea first shared her passion for growing nutrient dense food, making great ferments and nourishing our families to health and wellness, through teaching others. Now you can also buy our GoodBugs online, at local markets or at selected stockists. Goodbugs a name which tells a huge story. Our microbiome contains more bacteria than all of our human cells. A harmonious balance between the different types of bacteria in our microbiome will determine the state of our health. Until recently, the roles of these 'billions of little helpers' that make up our microbiome was a vital, but underrated contributor to human health. Each jar of Goodbugs Zuurkool real sauerkraut is raw (unpasteurised) and alive with these life giving probiotics.

Time to showcase our latest AWARD WINNING ferments! First up - 🍯 Sweet As Honey Mustard Sauerkraut.This is the kraut for...
15/04/2026

Time to showcase our latest AWARD WINNING ferments! First up - 🍯 Sweet As Honey Mustard Sauerkraut.

This is the kraut for those who “don’t like sauerkraut”… yet 😉

Sweet As blends raw honey, mustard, and turmeric for a naturally anti-inflammatory, sweet surprise. We add the flavour after fermentation to protect the natural enzymes and keep that honey beautifully fresh and alive ✨

🥇 Gold Medal Winner – Outstanding Food Producer Awards 2026

Judges said it best:
“Great texture with a nice crunch for the cabbage. Thoughtful use of ingredients. Clean product with an appealing, vibrant appearance.”

What started as a simple Facebook poll asking what flavours you wanted has grown into one of our most-loved ferments 💛

We’re especially proud to use local honey from Raglan’s Hunt & Gather Bee Co. – part of our amazing Cambridge market community 🐝

Ready to try the kraut that converts even the sceptics?
Buy online or visit us at the markets!
https://www.goodbugs.co.nz/collections/sauerkraut-500g/products/sauerkraut-500g-sweet-as-honey-mustard?variant=44757440037058

From a small Waikato kitchen to 3 GOLD MEDALS 🏆 at the 2026 Outstanding Food Producer Awards! 🏆 Judged against 430+ prod...
13/04/2026

From a small Waikato kitchen to 3 GOLD MEDALS 🏆 at the 2026 Outstanding Food Producer Awards! 🏆 Judged against 430+ products by 25 expert food judges across Aotearoa.

🥇 Kimchi Sprinkles (freeze-dried)
🥇 Sweet As Honey Mustard Sauerkraut
🥇 Kiss Me Kimchi (Hot Vegan)

Our first-ever Gold at this level—and a major milestone for our family business. Each product reflects our journey: innovation, community, and customer feedback.

Now in our 9th year, we've grown from a small side hustle to a full-time business, still hands-on and using organic, spray-free ingredients in the Waikato.

Huge thanks to everyone who supports us! 💚

👉 Try the Gold Medal range www.goodbugs.co.nz
Read all about our journey here https://f.mtr.cool/vyouimqwig


We love keeping things sustainable – for your gut and the planet 🌏💚 That’s why we offer $1 off your next purchase when y...
13/04/2026

We love keeping things sustainable – for your gut and the planet 🌏💚

That’s why we offer $1 off your next purchase when you bring back your empty GoodBugs jar!

Less waste, more goodness – it's a win-win.

It's time for and this week try our Carrot Cupcakes with a GoodBugs Twist 🧡Looking for another way to get GoodBugs int...
10/04/2026

It's time for and this week try our Carrot Cupcakes with a GoodBugs Twist 🧡

Looking for another way to get GoodBugs into every meal? Try our carrot cupcakes!

Ingredients:
2 cups and 1 tbsp of spelt flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tbs baking soda
1/2 tsp salt (fine)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 1/2 cups coconut sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/4 cups melted butter (or coconut oil)
2 cups GoodBugs Citrus Twist Sauerkraut (chopped and strained) Buy Here
1 cup grated carrots
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup craisins

Icing Ingredients:
sour cream
honey

Method:
1. Preheat oven to 160,C
2. Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg into a bowl
3. Beat together the sugar, eggs, butter, add the strained kraut and carrots
4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet add the seeds and dried fruit be careful not to over mix
5. Pour into muffin or a cake pan bake for 30-40 min or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
6. Ice when cooled
7. Enjoy!

Shop online to get your favourite GoodBugs or visit us at the markets!

UPDATE - The Hamilton Farmers Market has been cancelled for Sunday. Would love to see you at Cambridge today (Saturday)...
09/04/2026

UPDATE - The Hamilton Farmers Market has been cancelled for Sunday. Would love to see you at Cambridge today (Saturday).

Markets this weekend....with a change to the normal routine thanks to the impending storm.

Saturday 11 Apr
Cambridge Farmers' Market NZ (Daniel)
Parnell Farmers' Market (Marea)

Sunday 12 Apr
Hamilton Farmers' Market

We do apologise to our Grey Lynn Farmers Market customers, we will not be at Grey Lynn on Sunday - we don't feel comfortable driving our campervan in the potential high winds. We would love to see at Parnell on Saturday if you are able.

Thank you - Daniel and Marea

P.S. Exciting announcement coming Tuesday morning - we have been sworn to secrecy until then 😀

Eating fermented foods can boost the number of beneficial bacteria, or probiotics, found in your gut. Probiotics have be...
08/04/2026

Eating fermented foods can boost the number of beneficial bacteria, or probiotics, found in your gut. Probiotics have been associated with a variety of health benefits, including improved digestion, better immunity, and even increased weight loss.

A daily dose of our GoodBugs can help you as we head into the winter season. So what are you waiting for? Shop online today!

https://www.goodbugs.co.nz/

🥬 Sauerkraut & Gut Health – Why It’s a Superfood Sauerkraut isn’t just a tasty topping – it’s a fermented powerhouse for...
06/04/2026

🥬 Sauerkraut & Gut Health – Why It’s a Superfood
Sauerkraut isn’t just a tasty topping – it’s a fermented powerhouse for your gut!

🔹 Rich in probiotics for digestion
🔹 Loaded with Vitamin C for immunity
🔹 Helps balance gut bacteria

A spoonful a day keeps the doctor away! What’s your favourite way to enjoy sauerkraut?

We'd love to hear your recipes and combinations!

Another big one this weekend, including a trip to the Hawkes Bay!!!Sat 4 April Napier Urban Farmers' Market (Marea) Taur...
02/04/2026

Another big one this weekend, including a trip to the Hawkes Bay!!!

Sat 4 April
Napier Urban Farmers' Market (Marea)
Tauranga Farmers Market (Daniel)

Sun 5 April
Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market (Marea)
Hamilton Farmers' Market (Daniel)

And please don't forget, you can also order online anywhere in New Zealand www.goodbugs.co.nz

Have a great long weekend 😀

An oldie but a goodie that we love to roll out at Easter - our Zesty Fermented Pesto Devilled Eggs!Mix Zesta fermented p...
01/04/2026

An oldie but a goodie that we love to roll out at Easter - our Zesty Fermented Pesto Devilled Eggs!

Mix Zesta fermented pesto with hard boiled egg yolks and mayonnaise.

Pipe into boiled egg white halves and garnish with microgreens or a dollop of Zesta.

01/04/2026

We’re bringing our zesty, gut-loving ferments to the Hawke's Bay this Easter weekend!
🛍️ Find us at:
Urban Farmers' Market – Sat 4 April
's Bay Farmers' Market – Sun 5 April

✨ Swing by for a free taste of our raw, unpasteurised krauts and kimchi – all handmade using local cabbages and organic ingredients.

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97 Storey Avenue
Hamilton
3200

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