Sweet Musings

At Secret Kiwi Kitchen, we’re all about celebrating life’s sweet moments—and there’s nothing more joyful than a birthday cake made with love. But for too many children, especially those in foster care, hospice, women's refuge, or whose families are struggling to make ends meet, that simple joy isn’t a given. That’s why The Cake Detective moves me so deeply. Founded by the incredible Laura Casey, The Cake Detective is a small but mighty charity based in Hamilton that delivers beautifully personalised birthday cakes to children who might otherwise go without. Over 3,500 cakes have already been gifted—each one a spark...

Hey there, SKK fam! 🎄✨ Did you catch the wild ride of The Great Kiwi Bake Off Christmas Special on TVNZ 1? It was a blast of festive colours, chocolatey messes, and a whole lot of laughs with our fave celebs, including the Breakfast duo Anna Burns-Francis and Chris Chang, Shortland Street stars, and those energetic dancers Lance Savali and Elvis Lopeti. And let's not forget the amazing host Hayley Sproull and judges Peter Gordon and Jordan Rondel, who kept the fun rolling.The Kitchen Shenanigans: SKK Style!The show was a riot of rivalry and camaraderie, and honestly, it was like...

Dear Secret Kiwi Kitchen Family, Get ready to spice up your usual Saturday routine! We're absolutely thrilled to invite our cherished customers and fans to an exclusive cooking demonstration and tasting event at the delightful Gault's Deli, this Saturday, 17 November, from 11 am to 1 pm. Here's a little taste of what you can expect: Sneak Peek into Our Innovation Kitchen: Try out our latest creations and have a say in what could be the next sensational addition to our product line. Live Cooking Demonstrations: We'll showcase the simplicity and versatility of Secret Kiwi Kitchen mixes. Sample and Savour:...

We were intrigued when nutritionist Michelle Yandle reached out to us wanting to try our chocolate cake and brownie mixes. Seeing the picture of Michelle eating cake on her website, we realised she was a women after our own hearts and that we had similar food philosophies. While we don't recommend eating cake everyday, we too are believers in eating what you love in balance and that the best way to indulge is mindfully with quality treats. As it is a New Year and many of us are thinking about our long term health goals, we thought it would be a good time to...