More than a cookbook
Collectively Homegrown is a community of recipes representing the incredibly diverse kitchen of Aotearoa, shared by chefs and home cooks alike.
Inside you will find a treasure trove of recipes, from nostalgic treats like Nana’s cookies to modern twists on your favourite dishes. Crafted not only to tantalise your tastebuds, 100% of profits raised from the sale of this book are donated to Women’s Refuge New Zealand.
Artfully divided into six chapters, each thoughtfully designed to appeal to various readers and home cooks. Starting with 'The Gardener' and 'The Forager', these chapters pay homage to plant- based and vegetable-centric recipes. Followed by 'The Fisherman' and 'The Butcher', the focus shifts to sustainably farmed or caught meat and fish as the key components in enticing dishes. And finishing with 'The Baker' and 'The Raw Kitchen', which present a delightful assortment of sweet treats suitable for the entire family.
With its diverse range of recipes, Collectively Homegrown is destined to secure a place on kitchen shelves throughout Aotearoa, New Zealand. This cookbook embraces sustainability, Te Reo Māori, diversity and inclusivity, and supports local communities through each sale made, with its support of Women's Refuge New Zealand. It promotes ethical production and distribution, and advocates for New Zealand-made products and local support. It's a testament to the interconnectedness of these values, ensuring that every dish is not only irresistibly tasty, but also mindful!
Behind this unique cookbook is Elke and Nadia, a Mother and Daughter duo who together own the social enterprise Husk and Honey. Recently the duo opened a physical space in Waipu, called the Cove Collective - a shared space showcasing curated pieces from both New Zealand and Global makers, with a focus on Women Made, Ethically Sourced and Environmentally friendly products.
With a shared love of cooking, Nadia and Elke have contemplated the idea of writing a cookbook for some time, and before long, the concept for Collectively Homegrown was born. Inspired by the work done by the Women's Refuge New Zealand and saddened by the statistics around family violence, they decided to donate 100% of profits made from the sales of the book to the charity.
Nadia and Elke are thrilled to have created a book that New Zealanders can purchase, enjoy, and share, whilst also giving back and supporting the undeniably important work the refuge is doing in Aotearoa. Collectively Homegrown has been a passion project that Elke and Nadia have spent the last 18 months working hard on, collecting recipes, trialling them in the test kitchen and carefully putting together a treasure trove of a cookbook; available to purchase now in store and online!