We first started making pickles and preserves when we had a surprise baby and I yearned for the morsels I grew up with. The ones my Nan made. I grew up in Oamaru, around a plentiful supply of the best fruit and produce the south has to offer. It all started then most probably. Initially it was all given away to friends and family. Then they wanted to pay for it, as it was so good. And here we are.
We are now a Gore based manufacturer of original handmade preserves and have just rolled into our 5th year. I absolutely love the creative freedom in my job, the fact that people eat healthier by the methods & ingredients we use. We care a lot about that, and catering to our customers allergies and intolerances, as we want everyone to be able to eat Robbies. We know that most of you have a fond food memory of times gone by with a Mum, Dad or grandparent who made pickles and preserves. We hope to carry on that legacy for you all in our bottle and jars, created from our genuine and authentic recipes.
Like many others here, you’d previously find us at local craft markets, fairs and fetes through Southland, Otago and Canterbury. Given this is no longer possible, we have now moved online and launched our website in April 2020. If your pantries are a little short on good condiments, try some of our products today, and you’ll never want to be without them again.
