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Good Bugs
Marea Verry
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Their Story
Good Bugs was founded in 2017 by Marea Verry, who developed a passion for fermentation and nutrient-dense foods in the early 2000s. Her journey began at home, making fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, and sourdough for her family, and eventually teaching workshops to others. The…
What They Make
- Sauerkraut (varieties include Honey Mustard, Golden Kraut, Zuurkool, Purple Zuurkool, Beeter Be Good, Fennel Countdown, Dilly Deli)
- Kimchi (varieties include Ginger Ninja Kimchi, Kiss Me Hot Vegan Kimchi, Chunky Kimchi Spicy with Nappa Cabbage)
- Fermented Pesto (including GoodBugs NZ Zesta Fermented Pesto, made from seasonal greens like basil, kale, spinach, rocket, mint, and parsley)
- Kimchi Sprinkles (freeze-dried)
- Sauerkraut Juice
- Raw Activated Organic Granola (also known as Verrywell Granola)
- TasteBud Teaser Sample Box
- Giftcards
- Subscription Boxes (3-jar and 6-jar options)
Awards & Recognition
- Outstanding NZ Food Producer Awards — Silver Medal (for Hot Vegan Kimchi)
More from Good Bugs
Permaculture teaching gardenWeston Price Foundation education/leadership
How to Get Their Products
Direct Sales
Care of Marea Verry, 97 Storey Avenue, Forest Lake, Hamilton, 3200
Nationwide shipping (flat rate, free over $90), Subscription delivery (4, 6, or 8 weekly), Farmers Markets (Grey Lynn, Hamilton, Parnell, Cambridge, Tauranga), Retail partners (wholefood stores, specialty grocers, cafes across Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, King Country).