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.

24/09/2025

Have you tried our Chunky Kimchi? ❤

Our Chunky Kimchi is a Spicy Vegan Kimchi. Made with chunky cut Nappa Cabbage, it provides a powerful punch for those who want something with more of an authentic Kimchi texture.

Buy online or at the markets!

22/09/2025

The humble cabbage 💚
We use sprayfree cabbages grown in the Waikato to make our Sauerkraut!

GoodBugs Sauerkraut is fermented using traditional wild fermentation methods. The process of lacto-fermentation utilises the naturally present yeasts and bacteria on cabbage to produce a sauerkraut alive with lactic acid bacteria and other beneficial microbes (GoodBugs!).

19/09/2025

Our Zesta Fermented Pesto is the star in this delicious dish: gnocchi with roasted pumpkin, chopped almonds & feta – a flavour combo you don’t want to miss, created by Zoul Food 😋

Get creative in the kitchen and bring some fermentation goodness to your meals!

18/09/2025

🍊 Got sprayfree oranges to spare? Let’s swap – but only this weekend before we head on leave! 🍋🌿

It’s orange season and the trees are overflowing – we’d love to put those beauties to good use. If you’ve got a tree full of sprayfree oranges and at least 10kg (about a supermarket bag full) to share, we’ll happily trade you some of our GoodBugs sauerkraut or kimchi. Win-win! 🙌

We only need the rind, so we can even return some fresh juice to you too. Plus, we’re always on the lookout for melted icepacks (great way to clear out the freezer).

📩 DM us if you’re keen to trade. Let’s make it happen this weekend before we take a wee break.

Keeping it local, waste-free, and tasty 💚

17/09/2025

🚐✨ Exciting news – you’ll find us featured in this month’s , Caravans & Destinations Magazine!

And here’s the best part… 🥬🍴
You could be in to WIN a GoodBugs Tastebud Teaser Box – the perfect way to sample our delicious, gut-friendly range.

👉 Enter here: https://nzmcd.co.nz/competitions/win-a-goodbugs-tastebud-teaser-box/

Win a GoodBugs Tastebud Teaser Box packed with six small-batch ferments, proudly made in Hamilton with spray-free and organic NZ-grown vegetables

16/09/2025

🗓️ Heads Up, GoodBugs Holiday Break – Key Dates

Kia ora whānau 👋 The GoodBugs crew are taking a wee school holiday break from 22 Sept – 3 Oct. Here’s what you need to know so you don’t miss out:

📦 Orders

Last day for online orders: Sat 20 Sept, midnight (dispatch Mon 22 Sept)
Online dispatch resumes: Mon 6 Oct
Wholesale orders cut-off: Thurs 18 Sept, midnight

📍 Farmers Markets
Tauranga & Hamilton: 20/21 Sept and 4/5 Oct
Cambridge: Ellen on Sat 27 Sept
❌ No Auckland (Parnell or Grey Lynn) or Hamilton: 27/28 Sept
Auckland (Parnell & Grey Lynn) back: 11/12 Oct

We’ll be back checking messages on Friday 4 Oct — so get those orders in early to avoid disappointment.

Noho ora mai
Marea and Daniel 🐛
GoodBugs: a taste adventure

15/09/2025

🧡 Looking to give our GoodBugs a go? 🧡

Our Tastebud Teaser Box is packed with 6 of our best-selling ferments in handy 140g jars, ideal for trying, gifting, or converting your pickle-sceptic partner.

Great value with an RRP over $50, and nationwide flat fee shipping

Shop online today!

https://www.goodbugs.co.nz/products/tastebud-teaser-sample-box

12/09/2025

Zoul Food created this delicious salad - roasted pumpkin tossed with; cous cous, almonds, h**p hearts, superfood lettuce mix, red onion & topped with the our Zesta H**p Fermented Pesto!

11/09/2025

It is that time of the week again - the WEEKEND!!!! 😀

On Saturday, you will find Marea at the Cambridge Farmers' Market NZ, and Daniel and the Parnell Farmers' Market. Then on Sunday, Marea will be at the Hamilton Farmers' Market, while Daniel will be at the Grey Lynn Farmers Market.

A reminder to our valued Auckland customers, we will not be at either Parnell or Grey Lynn markets on the 27/28th of September (middle weekend of the school holidays), so after this weekend (13/14th Sept), the next time you will see us will be the 11th and 12th of October.

My weather app says this rain will be gone by the weekend - looking forward to seeing you all!!

10/09/2025

We love hearing back from happy customers! Thanks for the feedback Erica

“Excellent customer service, extensive range of flavours. And every jar of GoodBugs has a consistent, nicely-aged-with-just-enough-crunch texture.” - Erica

08/09/2025

Including fermented foods in your daily diet is a fantastic way to look after your family's health and wellbeing. With GoodBugs Kimchi Sprinkles, you can easily add a boost of beneficial bacteria to every meal. 💚

Here are a few tasty ways to enjoy them:
🍚 Sprinkle over rice for an extra flavour kick.
🥪 Add to a toasted sandwich for a zesty crunch.
🥗 Top your salad to give it a tangy twist.
🍳 Sprinkle on your morning eggs for a spicy start to your day!

The possibilities are endless – from soups to roasted veggies, Kimchi Sprinkles are your new go-to for a burst of flavour and a healthy gut boost.

Don’t forget to add something fermented to every meal, every day for a happy gut and a strong immune system! 🌱

Shop online, or see us at the markets!
https://www.goodbugs.co.nz/collections/goodbugs/products/kimchi-sprinkles-freeze-dried

05/09/2025

It’s and we want to showcase our Golden Kraut 🧡
A crowd-pleaser! Cabbage, orange, turmeric & ginger – bright, zingy, and perfect with fish ‘n’ chips or straight from the jar.

Buy online today!
https://www.goodbugs.co.nz/products/sauerkraut

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http://www.goodbugs.co.nz/

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