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Dry weather, quirky crops, and plenty of good veg at risk of waste. Here’s why autumn’s the perfect time to rescue local produce.
Bendy carrots? Wilted greens? Sad veggies? Don’t chuck them! Revive, store & reinvent your produce with these simple, waste-free hacks.
Turn spotty bananas, wrinkly kiwifruit & citrus past their prime into delicious dried snacks with this how to guide!
This month’s Wonky Pantry is packed with rescued snacks, fresh produce, and pantry staples that deserve a second chance. Shop our Autumn rescues!
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The simple storage tips that will keep your summer fruit & veggies fresher for longer - so you can enjoy every last wonky bite!
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Some 'berry' exciting rescues coming to Wonky Pantry shelves this December. Read more about summer's latest arrivals here.
However you're spending the silly season, these clever food preparation hacks will make hosting (and being hosted) a breeze!
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5 conscious gifting ideas to help you share the joy over the upcoming festive season, without creating unnecessary clutter.
Come along with co-founder Angus to 'pick' our asparagus growers' brains on how they run their operation and what makes asparagus "wonky".
Learn more about the rescued 'bites' and pieces available on Wonky Pantry shelves this November. Warning: May trigger cravings!
Three years on, and we're ramping up our food rescues. Learn more about our newest venture - the Wonky Pantry.
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Being mindful of food waste isn't just good for the planet. It helps you make the most of your weekly shop and spread those grocery dollars further! Here's 7 tips to get started.
The green spears we hold dear - NZ Asparagus Season is here! Our Cambridge-based grower gives the aspara-goss on what's to come.
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Did you know different potato varieties have their own special talents in the kitchen? Here's how to choose the perfect potato.
Your Guide to Spring Produce in Aotearoa - what's fresh, nutritious and coming in Wonky Box this season
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Wonky’s guide to Winter citrus, straight from the fields of First Fresh in Tairāwhiti Gisborne. Here's what to expect in your Box!
These snack time saviors are the latest addition to Wonky Box’s new Fruit Only Box. Here's the downlow on where they come from and tips to make the most of them.
Keep your fruit fresh for longer with these simple kitchen hacks that reduce food waste and help you enjoy every last bite.
Meet the Hawke's Bay based grower behind some of Wonky Box's unique apples. This one's sure to be the apple of your eye!
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We've jotted our plastic pledges and how Wonky uses packaging to deliver produce to your door whilst it's still fresh.
To leave them on the bench, place them in the fridge, or use the water and sandwich bag technique? Here are the answers on how to store asparagus.
Blanching broccoli is crucial to preserving its vibrant green colour, flavour, and texture. Follow our guide to perfect broccoli blanching.
We know winter is well and truly over when we see local asparagus in the box! Although the 100-day harvest is well underway now, the battle against the weather hasn't been particularly easy.
Kiwifruit skin is a nutritious powerhouse, packed with antioxidants, fibre, vitamins, and potassium. Learn our de-fuzzing method for easy consumption!
When avocados are plucked from the tree, they're far from the creamy, ripe fruit you're eager to enjoy. Here are a few tips for faster ripening!
Leeks can be a great ingredient, but they tend to trap dirt and sand in their layers. Not to worry! We've got a practical leek-washing hack that's both efficient and speedy.
We've compiled an A to Z storage guide for fruits and veggies aimed at helping you cut down on waste at home, save you money and help keep your produce fresh for longer.
Read about our collaboration with our first Gisborne citrus grower to supply Wonky Box and the unusual harvesting season they've been experiencing.
Following the January 2023 Auckland floods, this grower faced a challenging situation with their crop of leeks. Here's the journey they went on to ensure no food was lost.
How a fruitful partnership emerged from the destruction of Cyclone Gabriel. Meet Hugh & Mary, suppliers of Wonky Boxes Kiwifruit!
Leaders from 190 countries worldwide met in November 22 in the Egyptian town of Sharm el Sheikh and discussed actions to combat climate change. After the conference ran into overtime, forward-thinking
Use these top tips to reduce to reduce your household waste and save money in the process. These handy tips will also help you prolong the life of your fruit & veggies which is a YES from us.
Navigating plastic vs food waste dilemma whilst paving the way to a sustainable future. We try and scratch the surface in this article.
Hear about Alan and Andrea Buchanan journey as they expand their 25-year-old business, taking on the brussel sprout market with determination and success.
We had such a laugh filming our new video on this beautiful day in Pukekohe and have been super excited to share the final cut!
Say goodbye to limp lettuce and hello to crisp greens! Keeping your leafy vegetables fresh isn't difficult and you don't have to have a salad spinner!
From travelling from farm to farm and listening to growers galore, we’ve learned some of the main reasons why pear-fectly edible produce isn’t getting to hungry tummies.
Don’t know what to do with that odd piece of veg left in your fridge? Well, there's little you can't pickle!
Check out some of these insights, tips, and tricks for a low-waste lifestyle.
Don’t know what to do with that odd piece of veg left in your fridge? Well, there's little you can't pickle!
1/3 of food globally is wasted and it’s estimated that up to 40% of produce grown doesn’t leave the farm gate.
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