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We've never been more excited to to introduce our latest Limited Edition Compostable Canvas designer - our very own Michael Bullen! Besides being super talented, Mike is the Senior Designer here at decent packaging. He is decent through and through - from working in the Auckland warehouse in the early days, to leading our design department and relocating to our London office in 2019. If you've ...

  If you’re on the hunt for the perfect bowl of porridge, then look no further… Posh Porridge has you covered.  Founded in 2010, Posh Porridge serves up grain-based breakfast bowls centred around the best of local, seasonal produce. Think slow cooked New Zealand oats with delicious homemade toppings including compotes, sauces, crumbles and granolas. We were lucky enough to chat to Kate, Operat...

You may have heard, our friends at Eighthirty recently made the switch to our decent Aqueous Hot Cups and Paper Lids, offering their customers a certified home compostable and commercially compostable takeaway solution. We caught up with Eighthirty's Ollie to talk about the inspiration behind the switch and all things custom-branding.   First up, can you please give our readers the low down on...

Each year the amazing hospitality community in Wellington play host for the Visa Wellington On a Plate food festival.  . Burger Wellington sees talented chefs from all over Wellington put their skills on show in order to create the ultimate burger. Running through until the 25th of August, the festival offers up hundreds of weird and wonderful burger creations for food lovers to sink their te...

Nestled in the heart of Southland, ROAR Coffee has been an icon of ethical, honest, and sustainable coffee roasting since 2015. Renowned for their small-batch roasting, they ensure every cup is fresh and flavourful, using only ethically sourced, fairly traded, and organic arabica beans. Whether for home or café, their exceptional coffee can be delivered straight to your door, or enjoyed in thei...

  Home composts can be tricky things that, just like your pet, need love, care and attention. Even the best green-thumbs can encounter problems with their home composts! So here we share some common issues and some helpful tips on how to fix them.  And if you need any extra advice, we've linked some more experts in the world of home composting down below!   Pile not heating up. Problem: Ne...

First things first, what exactly is compostable packaging? Compostable packaging is packaging that breaks down naturally when left in the right environment, leaving behind no toxicity in the soil. Unlike traditional plastic packaging, compostable products are typically made from natural materials. However, certifications are required before any home-compostable claims can be made.

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Grey Roasting Co. is a specialty coffee company founded by two-time NZ barista champion Dove Chen. Their freshly roasted beans, sourced from top coffee-growing regions, are expertly brewed for a perfect cup every time. So whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just love a cuppa, Grey Roasting Co. is the perfect spot to pick up a hot brew or a bag of whole beans. We sat down with Operations Ma...

Mor is a micro bakery located in Remuera, delivering delicate and delicious pastries inspired by a combination of past influences, different flavours and techniques, while also giving a polite nod to the classics.We chatted with Laura and Kelsie - owners of Mor about how to develop a loyal local, the importance of sustainability, pastries, and how to look after your mental health while running ...

While we make some pretty awesome cups here at decent, this B Corp month we want to look beyond the cup and dive into the nitty gritty of our recent B Corp certification. We sat down with our General Manager Fraser, to chat about what being a B Corp means to us, some of the learnings made along the way, and what's next for decent.   First of all, can you summarise what a B Corp is?  I’m gonna l...

This International Women's Day, we wanted to hero some of the amazing wāhine doing epic things within the food and drink industry in New Zealand. We sat down with Plabita Florence, Michal Garvey and Sophie Gilmour - three of the women recognised in Cuisine's Top 50 most influential and inspiring women in food and drink for 2024 to chat about International Women's Day, personal growth, and what...

From cozy cafes to vibrant eateries, Aotearoa isn't short of spots to brunch with your friends, your family, or your four-legged friend. So whether you're savoury or sweet, eggs all the way, or more of a full breakfast kind of human - we've got you.To help out, we've put together just a handful of fabulous spots around New Zealand for you to explore.  Amano  For an Italian-inspired experience, ...