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Andrea's Kitchen Getting back to basics. Creating great food with natural ingredients. Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free
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I started Andrea's Kitchen in 2015 to support the work I was doing with a local charity which focused on helping the homeless. I provided lunch packs, and contributed to the Tuesday lunch and Sunday night meals. I later added providing food and drinks to a local primary school breakfast programme one morning a week. That all came to a halt after a fall in May 2018 resulted in a concussion. I had t

o stop making and selling my products and all my volunteer work. It was 18 months before I was not having to deal with dizziness, headaches, nausea, balance issues, sensitivity to light and noise on a daily basis. The charity I was working with no longer exists and I have not been able to face the noise issues present with a hall full of children, so I have not gone back to that either. I am not currently selling my products at a farmers market, I have some available on my website. Almost 2 years ago I responded to a request to donate baking for an event run by Hagar NZ. Since then, I have been providing food, free of charge, for meetings or events with volunteers. I have also been involved in several of their fundraising groups. Now, in 2021, I am looking forward to changing my volunteer focus slightly, by donating 20% from the sale of every cookie I sell from here on out. I will be offering different types of cookies on my website so please check back regularly.

Modern Nature. Cookies for a local event 😊  I have used the Monat range of haircare products for a year or so and I love...
10/06/2024

Modern Nature. Cookies for a local event 😊 I have used the Monat range of haircare products for a year or so and I love them. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to create some cookies for them. Haven't heard of Monat? My niece can help you learn about their range of hair and skin care.

Cookies for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this week.
24/05/2024

Cookies for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this week.

MOTHER'S DAY 12th MayA musical cookie platter for Mum $50Spotify code - A Song for Mama - Boyz II Men (This can be swapp...
30/04/2024

MOTHER'S DAY 12th May

A musical cookie platter for Mum $50

Spotify code - A Song for Mama - Boyz II Men (This can be swapped for Mom - Meghan Trainor

A delicious sugar cookie with fondant decoration.

DM to order ❤

MOTHER'S DAY Sunday 12th MaySingle Heart Cookies $5 each. A lovely gift on its own, or to add in with another purchase.D...
30/04/2024

MOTHER'S DAY Sunday 12th May

Single Heart Cookies $5 each. A lovely gift on its own, or to add in with another purchase.

DM to order.

MOTHERS DAY  Sunday 12th MayKeeping it simple and affordable 😊 Each pack comes with a single  Raspberry Truffle chocolat...
29/04/2024

MOTHERS DAY Sunday 12th May

Keeping it simple and affordable 😊 Each pack comes with a single Raspberry Truffle chocolate, just for Mum.
Photo 1 - Scalloped Arch Cookie $8
Photo 2 - Large Arch Cookie + Small Spotify Cookie $10
Photo 3 - 3 Hearts + Small Spotify Cookie $12
Photo 4 - MUM $15
Photo 5 - Large Floral Cookie $8

Spotify Code - Mom - Meghan Trainor

DM to order ❤

After taking an unintentional detour to Morrinsville, my gorgeous blanket finally turned up today. It looks EVEN BETTER ...
02/06/2023

After taking an unintentional detour to Morrinsville, my gorgeous blanket finally turned up today. It looks EVEN BETTER in real life. So happy with it. Sarah & Co

Easter is just around the corner and I have finally managed to get myself organized enough to bring some delicious cooki...
27/03/2023

Easter is just around the corner and I have finally managed to get myself organized enough to bring some delicious cookie options to you. 10% of sales will be donated to Hagar NZ. www.andreaskitchen.co.nz/collections/easter

I have been having fun this weekend coming up with some ideas for Easter cookies. I will let you know as soon as I have ...
12/03/2023

I have been having fun this weekend coming up with some ideas for Easter cookies. I will let you know as soon as I have decided what to offer 😊 If you have a favourite, let me know in the comments.

Come on down and say hi, and buy a cookie or two 😊 here at The Palms until 6pm
16/12/2022

Come on down and say hi, and buy a cookie or two 😊 here at The Palms until 6pm

Christmas Market The Palms Shopping Centre  tomorrow from 9am-6pm. I will be there with a range of Christmas Cookies. Th...
16/12/2022

Christmas Market The Palms Shopping Centre tomorrow from 9am-6pm. I will be there with a range of Christmas Cookies. There are limited quantities of each type of cookie, including PYO cookies, Cookie for Santa, Bonbons and several more😊 I no longer have eftpos available, so please bring cash, there are ATM machines in the mall. According to the site plan, I will be by ASB and Countdown. As with all my sales, a percentage will be donated to NZ at the end of the financial year.

Personalized PYO Christmas Cookie Packs.A fun Christmas Day activity. 3 cookies to be painted, with your child's name on...
04/12/2022

Personalized PYO Christmas Cookie Packs.
A fun Christmas Day activity. 3 cookies to be painted, with your child's name on the last carriage. Included is a food safe paint palette, paint brush, chocolate teddy and sprinkles. Sprinkles may differ from pack to pack. Available for pick up only from 22nd December. $20 per pack. DM or order. Limited quantities available, orders close 8pm Friday Dec 9th.

Yesterday's mum to be ordered some cookies for her baby shower. I love ALL the cookies I do, but I REALLY love doing pre...
08/10/2022

Yesterday's mum to be ordered some cookies for her baby shower. I love ALL the cookies I do, but I REALLY love doing pretty pink ones.

I had the privilege of attending a lovely young lady's baby shower today. As I was buying baby gifts for my granddaughte...
08/10/2022

I had the privilege of attending a lovely young lady's baby shower today. As I was buying baby gifts for my granddaughter Olive, I would buy an extra to gift to my young friend for her baby. All gifts were bought from small businesses who hand make their products, and all are woman running the business themselves. It's a tough time for many small businesses and I always try to buy from them to show them support. The businesses these gifts came from are Let Them Be Little Creations (stroller bag and moccasins) Cute Cuddles (Bib and Stuffed Toy) Warm and Cosy Knits (GORGEOUS bassinet/pram blanket) Love by Chelsea (Burb Cloth)

Do you have an allergy?Allergies do not need to prevent you from enjoying a great sugar cookie on your big occasion 😊The...
26/09/2022

Do you have an allergy?
Allergies do not need to prevent you from enjoying a great sugar cookie on your big occasion 😊
These wedding cookies are gluten, dairy, Egg and nut free 😊

Pretty pastel birthday cookies.
25/09/2022

Pretty pastel birthday cookies.

Father's Day is this Sunday, but we all know a Mum who has been both Mum AND Dad. I would love to gift a local Mum a coo...
30/08/2022

Father's Day is this Sunday, but we all know a Mum who has been both Mum AND Dad. I would love to gift a local Mum a cookie box for this Sunday. Must be able to pick up from Spreydon by Saturday 3rd.

Tag a Mum who has been fulfilling both roles to be in the draw. Random draw Friday night.

If you are looking for cookies for your Dad, here's a link https://andreaskitchen.co.nz/collections/mothers-day

Pretty in PinkBaby shower cookies, getting ready to welcome a baby girl into their family. Gluten free.
31/12/2021

Pretty in Pink
Baby shower cookies, getting ready to welcome a baby girl into their family. Gluten free.

**CLOSED** How is everyone doing? Ready for Christmas? Relaxed? Overwhelmed? I am having a baking day today and have a 1...
23/12/2021

**CLOSED**

How is everyone doing? Ready for Christmas? Relaxed? Overwhelmed? I am having a baking day today and have a 1kg Christmas cake that needs to find a home. Must be able to pick up from Spreydon tomorrow. No charge. Nominate yourself, or someone else below and I will do a random draw tonight. This recipe has been known to convert people who previously wouldn't eat fruit cake 😋. Not associated with Facebook.

GF Vegan Christmas cookies heading out to a 5yo young man. Embosser .nz
18/12/2021

GF Vegan Christmas cookies heading out to a 5yo young man. Embosser .nz

Playing with cookie dough and cookie cutters .nz is so much fun.
13/12/2021

Playing with cookie dough and cookie cutters .nz is so much fun.

Getting into the Christmas spirit with some festive cookies.
13/12/2021

Getting into the Christmas spirit with some festive cookies.

Rainy day baking for my Grandma's funeral. Due to Waikato now being at level 3, I am unable to attend her funeral later ...
04/10/2021

Rainy day baking for my Grandma's funeral. Due to Waikato now being at level 3, I am unable to attend her funeral later this week. I hope they arrive in time, as I was originally going to take them with me. I wasn't able to hand paint the details I wanted to as I wanted to get them to the courier as soon as possible.

A friend did this on her page this morning, I loved looking through the comments.Search your name in the GIF and show us...
02/09/2021

A friend did this on her page this morning, I loved looking through the comments.
Search your name in the GIF and show us what comes up.

Father's Day is next Sunday 5th September.  Available to order now. While these are the boxes I have put together, if yo...
29/08/2021

Father's Day is next Sunday 5th September. Available to order now. While these are the boxes I have put together, if you would like a different combination, just let me know.
www.andreaskitchen.co.nz/collections/mothers-day
Yes I know it says mothers-day, but I promise it takes you to the Father's Day range. I haven't figured out yet how to change that part🤣

27/08/2021

FATHER'S DAY COOKIES are available to order now, limited quantities available. Contactless ordering, payment and delivery in CHRISTCHURCH only.
SEARCH. SCAN. PLAY. EAT
A Father's Day cookie with a twist. Make 'Daddy Cool' See the full range here
www.andreaskitchen.co.nz/collections/mothers-day
A donation from all sales will be made to Hagar New Zealand for their work in Afghanistan

10 year old Charlotte was having a camouflage theme for her birthday, and wanted the cookies to be the same theme.
15/07/2021

10 year old Charlotte was having a camouflage theme for her birthday, and wanted the cookies to be the same theme.

In June I did GF Vegan cookies and a GF Vegan Chocolate cake for a young man's 5th birthday. The cookie dough doesn't qu...
13/07/2021

In June I did GF Vegan cookies and a GF Vegan Chocolate cake for a young man's 5th birthday. The cookie dough doesn't quite work as neatly as regular dough, but I have found those with food allergies don't seem to mind. They are just excited about still being able to have decorated cookies and cake! Cookie Cutters from Custom Cookie Cutters I am not a cake decorator, so Mum sourced edible images from Build a Birthday which I just had to put on the iced cake, then ice around the edges.

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As someone who has several food allergies and intolerances, when I was looking to get back into business, this time around, I wanted to make food I could eat. I believe my food can be enjoyed by EVERYONE, but for people that have allergies/intolerances, or have made lifestyle changes, then my products will be of particular benefit. There is NO Gluten, Grains, Dairy, Soy, Peanut or Refined Sugar in my products. Most of my products are also Egg Free, the only products with egg in are my Banana Muffins and Almond Meal Crackers. A lot of my products do have nuts and seeds in them. Nuts and Seeds contain phytic acid. Phytic Acid can cause digestive issues in people, and it also prevents your body from absorbing the nutrients and enzymes in the food. 'Activating' nuts and seeds is the process of soaking the nuts and seeds that removes the phytic acid. With the exception of my Almond Meal Crackers and Banana Muffins (I use ground almonds for both these products), I use activated nuts and seeds in my products. I started Andrea's Kitchen as a means to fund my voluntary work with Help for the Homeless, Christchurch. I regularly cook meals and provide takeaway packs for Help for the Homeless, Christchurch and your support and sales will help me to continue to do this work. I have recently started as a volunteer with La Vida Youth Trust, helping with serving breakfast to primary school children before school. I am providing Bacon, Cheese & Egg Toasted Sandwiches and Protein Drinks on the days that I volunteer - also funded by Andrea's Kitchen. The lovely Fiona Deehan from My Fit Foodie Family Life, has started a closed Facebook Group for people that would like to help me with my volunteer work. Ask to join Help Andrea, Help Others if you would like to offer practical help.