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Foodprint’s best Secret Santa finds

  • Writer: Emma Napper
    Emma Napper
  • Dec 15, 2025
  • 2 min read

Your go-to list for local, delicious, foodie gifts.


This year, give something thoughtful, tasty, and local. Our eateries have some amazing Christmas-ready treats, pantry staples, and festive favourites that make perfect presents for everyone on your list. We’ve rounded up the best picks from across Aotearoa, all from businesses you already love rescuing from on the app.



Tāmaki Makaurau


Bluebells Cakery

Festive cookies, gingerbread, and Christmas treats.


NJK

Amazing Asian snacks.

Website: njk.co.nz 


GoodFor

Baking kits, pantry goodies, and chocolate.

Website: goodfor.co.nz 


House of Chocolate

Stunning bars, truffles, and gift boxes.


Oogi Artisan Cookies

Small-batch, artisan cookies that are almost too pretty to eat.


Pachamama Latino Store

All the flavours of Latin America, perfect for the foodie who loves discovering new traditions.

Website: pachamama.co.nz 


Sweet As Choice Bakery

Gluten-free baking kits and treats that everyone will love.


Little ‘Lato

Gelato pints and vouchers for the ice-cream lover in your life.

Website: littlelato.nz 



Kirikiriroa 


Rüdi's Bakehouse

Sourdough starter kits for that friend who loves baking.

Website: rudis.nz 


La Cave

French cheeses and wines for entertainers and dinner hosts.

Website: lacave.co.nz 


Lang's Little Bakery

Gluten-free cookies that make perfect gifts for coeliac or GF-leaning friends.


Little ‘Lato

Gelato gifts still very much apply here.

Website: littlelato.nz 



Rotorua / Taupō


Guidough's Bakery

Christmas cakes, pastries, and festive bakes that are ready for gifting or sharing.

Website: guidoughs.nz 


Pantry D’or

Festive baking, perfect for hampers and last-minute gifts.

Website: pantrydor.co.nz 


LifeStyle Foods

Healthy snacks for hikers, gym-goers, or busy parents.

Find them on the app!


Brumby’s Bakery Taupō

Classic Christmas baking that always lands well.

Website: brumbys.co.nz 


Misfit Garden

Seasonal fruit and veg boxes for practical gifting.



Te Whanganui-a-Tara 


GoodFor

Baking kits, chocolates, and pantry staples that wrap up beautifully.

Website: goodfor.co.nz  


The Cheese Wheel

A cheese lover’s dream selection.


Zelati Dessert Café

Gelato for gifting, sharing, or hosting.

Website: zelati.com 


Baron Hasselhoffs

Small-batch, artisan chocolate gifts.


NXP Wellington

Coffee and snacks to keep everyone fuelled through the holidays.

Find them on the app!


Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa


Good Buzz Kombucha

Kombucha gift packs for the health-conscious or kombucha-curious.

Website: goodbuzz.nz 


Wildflour

Banana bread kit that everyone will love.


Whakatū


GoodFor

Eco-friendly baking kits and chocolates.

Website: goodfor.co.nz 


Kombucha Bros

Festive kombucha flavours to pop in a hamper or bring to Christmas lunch.



Ōtautahi 


Little Foragers Market

Seasonal veg and food boxes.


Pierogi Joint

Frozen pierogi, an ideal surprise for comfort-food fans.


Bohemian Bakery

Traditional Christmas stollen and festive bakes.


Posh Porridge

Premium porridge blends that make excellent stocking fillers.


Bellbird Bakery

Beautiful Christmas baking and treats.


She Chocolaterie Malthouse

Luxurious chocolate to spoil someone properly.


Ōtepoti, Tāhuna and Wānaka 


Taste Nature

Organic breads, spreads, and pantry staples.


Bakers Lane

Festive baking and treats.

Website: bakerslane.co.nz 


Gypsy Oven

Fresh handmade pastries and bread..

Website: gypsyoven.co.nz 


Charlie’s Deli

Baking goods and artisan spreads that slot easily into a stocking.

 
 
 

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