WAIHEKE CHOCOLATE

From bean-to-bar made right here on Waiheke.

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Bean-to-bar.

  • From one island to another.

    We have chosen to craft our chocolate with cacao beans from our neighbouring South Pacific islands. These beans are ethically grown on sustainable cacao farms. The farmers are continuously supported in business solutions to help them maintain their sustainable farming and business practices.

    We take pride in supporting these communities.

  • Our bean-to-bar chocolate is crafted authentically, from our certified kitchen in the heart of Waiheke Island. From the moment the beans arrive at our door, the magic begins. We hand-sort, roast, crack, winnow, mill, and conch the beans slowly to build depth and smoothness, before tempering, moulding, and wrapping each bar with care.

    It’s a process built on patience - the kind you learn from island time. 

  • The only added ingredients to our ethically sourced beans that make our chocolate; are the finest of flavourings.

    We make our chocolate FREE of palm oil, lecithin and gluten.

Unwrap the taste of Waiheke!

60% DARK CHOCOLATE WITH
SEA SALT PRALINE

45% MILK CHOCOLATE

70% DARK WITH CANDIED GINGER
& TOASTED COCONUT

60% DARK CHOCOLATE WITH
SEA SALT PRALINE

Our story.

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We met as trained Pastry Chefs on Waiheke Island and worked well together for 14 years in the hospitality industry. We managed accommodation on Waiheke for 12 years, whilst having a successful wedding cake business and opening the famous Charlie Farley’s in Onetangi. After a break during covid, we had a desire to create something for ourselves again, and our family.

It had to be 'new' to Waiheke and shine alongside the stunning, award winning vineyards, restaurants, distilleries and artisnal products already showcasing Waiheke to the world.

Our family have proudly called Waiheke Island home since 1839. Whatever we chose, we knew we wanted to honour that, whilst complimenting the natural beauty and relaxed culture of Waiheke.

While we created the business plan, set-up and production methods, we are enjoying having our two daughters by our side; taking on marketing roles and helping to get our batch crafted bars to you!

Sweet words from our fans.

  • I brought a bar home from Waiheke and now my whole flat thinks I’ve found a way to smuggle sunshine. It’s smooth, calm, and just a little bit cheeky - like the island itself.

    Natasha A

  • Tastes even better knowing it’s from the island. You can trust its made with care and with the best ingredients.

    Gavin E

  • The bar looks so good you almost don’t want to open it - but the taste is worth it. Great gift too.

    Grace K

Get in touch!

Got a question about our chocolate, an order, or something else on your mind? Drop us a message. We’re always happy to help.