So we have placed an order with Inside Africa on the 1st of February, we finally received the order…read moreon the 5th after I had to call and find out why this takes so long to deliver. Once we oped our parcel one of the spice containers oped up and spilled all the contents. I know this could happen but when I emailed them on the 5th informing them what happened I would at least expected a reply from them if all. Will definitely not get my support in future.

Oh man every time I walk into Inside Africa the temptation to start doing the pantsula is more than…read moreintense. I have waddled in the shop sometimes just to calm down. It smells like home and they have food and sweets that remind me of home. Whenever I'm homesick, I head there and buy a packet of jelly tots and biltong just to comfort myself. It is the place to go because African food has distinct flavour that cannot be found elsewhere, I go there with my mum to buy soups, spices, custard powder, pro nutro, impala and sweets. I love everything there and each trip we walk out with creme soda and simba chips. It's a little taste of home.

Saffron is one of the most expensive spices on earth, however I have discovered it is one of the…read moremost inexpensive spice and bulk food stores in town. Saffron Foods in Henderson came recommended by my auntie, then I discovered my Indian friends frequented it and so I had to pop in to see what all the fuss was about. Now I am a fan. I find the selection of spices to be amazing, they have the star anise and the cinnamon sticks, different coloured mustard seeds and variations of paprika and chili powder. My spice rack is fragrantly filled to the brim thanks to Saffron Foods. When here I cannot resist the bulk bins with everything from coconut threads to almonds, here's a secret they have the best bargains on almonds in this store. There is a lot of Indian, Pacific Island and other ethnic food, like bags of small dried fish which my girls found disgustingly smelly. To the rear of the store are pots and other cooking implements. Super friendly staff who are really helpful pointing you to the right direction.

What a great market to stock up your pantry. This place has every spice and nut you could wish for…read morein a bulk bin at a much lower price than any supermarket. They also sell saffron for $10 a gram. It is from Kashmir and from what I could tell it is a long good quality saffron. Also the selection of Indian groceries is fantastic. I bought several packages of Mother's sauces and maked one which was just delicious (the bf rate if better than take out). They even have Indian cooking utensils, kebab skewers and serving dishes.

The day I discovered Khyber Spice Invader was the day I decided to never buy packet spices again. I…read morewas so completely astounded at how cheap spices are when you buy in bulk that I was sent into a blind rage. What the hell, Gregg's? Why do you charge $3-5 for a small box of spices when Khyber Spice Invader can sell me the same amount for 10 or 20 cents? Here's a tip - head out to your local $2 shop, buy up a huge number of tiny sealable containers and a packet of stickers, then go and stock up on every single spice you've ever used or wanted. I guarantee you won't spend more than $10 doing so at Khyber Spice Invader. While you're there you can also choose from a range of Indian vegetables, curry bases and sauces, all cheap as well. Worth the trip out to the suburbs, every time!

So much to choose from !! I was pleasantly surprised with the selection and range …read more Who knew you can get your own dish wash liquid for $1.99 a litre ! Not me . This place is perfect for those special recipes where you just need a cup of something rather than a kilo . And so much cheaper than a supermarket ! I'm very impressed , no more wasted ingredients to be chucked in the bin for me , I'm all in !

After an absence over over 15 years Bin Inn is back in Pukekohe, so we were told. Not living in…read moregod's own country over for 15 years, I cannot comment if it has improved or not as I had never heard of it till we were told of it's return. I was pleasantly surprised at range of goods they stock for bulk buying. They have have a good section for home brewing too. We checked their pricing against the local "cheapest pricing" mainstream supermarket and they were quite a bit cheaper. It's time to buy a few more plastic storage containers and go bulk buying ....................................

What a little gem! This place is quietly tucked away amongst ample car yards and mechanics in an…read moreunusual little spot on Great North Road in New Lynn. I had actually walked past many times and had not really noticed it until taking the time to stop and check it out - then once in I was very impressed by what they had to offer and ended up walking away with a bag of items! The prices were so much better than I would have imagined for a speciality food store. I bought two boxes of unique looking chocolate coated wafers, one box of plunger grind coffee and two packets of veggie chippies (the latter being for us to try!) all just $12! What a bargain! I personally don't think the name does this place justice, also it is a bit misleading, as I entered with the idea that I was about to buy some aromatic spices and herbs to add to my pantry and really it seemed more like a gift shop, a lovely one though! Worthy enough to give four stars too in a review! There was also some great looking syrups, chocolate coated coffee beans, dry dips in a packet (looked intriguing and will I be back to try!), fudge, biscuits a range of things that some of you might be interested in, go check it out and keep this place trading!

I believe this spice company was the first to establish in New Zeland. They're well established…read more Besides, their prices are always competitive and quality is always fresh. I know a handful of restaurants buy from these guys only. Their owners and staff are always friendly.

To be honest, you are a money-wasting fool if you're buying your spices from the supermarket where…read more$3 nets you a tiny jar of cumin; at Mahedeo's you can get virtually a bucket of the stuff for the same price. OK, maybe not a bucket, but quite a lot. Mahadeo's is a spicy wonderland; it smells amazing, and it has aisles and aisles of spices, dried herbs, lentils, and other bulk food items like flour (including rice and chickpea flour). I can often be found wandering around here in a daze overwhelmed by all the choice. There's also a fridge dedicated to different plain yoghurt and paneer, as well as freezers with chapattis, rotis and the like, and a small range of produce - mostly things more difficult to find in other greengrocers like turmeric, small eggplants or curry leaves. If you're not sure of where something is, there's always someone on hand to help you out, and pro-tip: get a samosa if they've got some in the warmer: you won't be disappointed.

This place is absolutely fantastic. Very cost effective, huge range of different products, items of…read moregood quality. Given supply issues still impacting supermarkets you can 9 out of 10 times find an equivalent here. Big range of herbs, spices, ingredients, both local and imported. Staff are friendly. The ambiance is enhanced by the huge variation of people who shop here. Broad cross section of the community. I would hazard a guess, if you know this place you will come back repeatedly. If you don't know this place pay it a visit.

This place was a great wee find! Tucked in the corner of the Wendy's carpark in Mt Eden, it's very…read moreeasy to go about your life without ever realising Bulk Food Savings exists. Bulk Foods stock a very wide range of products, including dried fruits, nuts, organic products, flours and cereals, and all sorts of international food I'd never even heard of. Pepperdews, pomegranate molasses, Ceres organics muesli for only $9 and literally the biggest jar of gherkins I have ever seen - Bulk Food Savings was a delight to explore. I was stoked to find pure vanilla extract and vanilla pods in this store - they were much cheaper than at places like Nosh, and are great to use in baking. The only downside of Bulk Foods was the staff. They weren't particularly inviting nor were they very friendly, but hey - when the variety of food is that good and the prices are so low, who cares? You can't have everything! Bonus: It smells fantastic in Bulk Foods - all the different spices merge in to one mouth-watering fragrance that instantly inspires you to cook delicious Indian curries.

Shortly after arriving to New Zealand from India, Sanjay and Vibha set up business in the area…read moreclosest to their heart...Food. A decade ago they founded "North Shore Super Store" the area's first Indian grocery store which soon flourished thanks to business acumen and an ability to constantly cater to their community. http://www.spiceneasy.co.nz offered online shopping - again considering the convenience of their customers with busy lifestyles. 'Spice n Easy' was the natural progression from here, inspired by the interest customer showed to want to cook authentic Indian food with true flavours. Catering to this ever increasing demand for mixed blends of Indian spices, they organized Indian Cookery workshops at the local Highbury Community House, which led to their idea for pre measured and packed spices including tried and tested family recipes to make it very simple for people like "me" to cook authentic Indian dishes at home. Trips back to India, prototypes, quality inspections then product positioning and distribution chains are all behind them now, 'Spice n Easy' is distributed in hundreds of nationwide outlets including butchers/Greengrocers and various sea food markets. Totally packaged in New Zealand, this is a Birkenhead success story.

I love these mixes sadly my favourite the Prawn one doesn't seem to be available in Wgtn.read more

If I was ever in of need motivation to start that new healthy lifestyle, this would most definitely…read morebe my first port of call. Row upon row of fresh vege, plump apricots the size of cricket balls, purple carrots AND purple broccolini... they even have potted wheatgrass! As well as produce these guys boast an impressive range of artisan products. Everything from elderflower cordial to Moroccan-spiced couscous. Plus they have a small but well-crafted wine section. However perhaps, the best thing about this place, is that everything seems to cheaper than what you would pay at a Food Market like this in AK. Don't get me wrong, you could still spend plenty of $$ up in here but I bet if you did the same shop in AK it would be substantially more expensive.

I have found my new happy place. Farro & Nosh - you won't be seeing me for a while now I have this…read morebad boy just down the road. The fruit & vege selection is understandably great, considering all the market gardens in the area. It's awesome to see signs letting you know this is NZ- and locally-grown, even the garlic! And the prices are dirt-cheap for all the seasonal produce. They even have a small range of seedlings, herbs & vegetable plants. My kitchen counter is proudly displaying a big bowl of micro-green radish sprouts & I feel healthier every time I look at them! But Boric also has: a fresh fish counter, butchery, deli, icecream by the scoop, coffee, homemade cakes, dinners & salads, a kids' playground AND a boutique selection of homewares & the finest artisan products. And friendly staff. And a great wine, beer & cider selection. And I've probably missed something out. This is the kind of place that you could easily wander around for ages, progressively filling up that trolley more & more. I can see that will quickly become my new hobby!