
If you’re living in New Zealand and love Latin American food, you’ve probably experienced the same frustration as many: you find a recipe you love, but the flavours never taste quite the same as back home.
There’s a reason — Latin cooking depends on very specific seasonings, sweets and baking mixes that can’t easily be substituted.
That’s exactly why we’ve expanded our Pantry collection with new arrivals that don’t just taste great — they help you recreate authentic Latin flavour effortlessly.
Below are some favourites and, more importantly, how to use them in real dishes 👇
🥘 Seasonings that unlock real Latin flavour
The secret to Colombian, Venezuelan and Dominican stews, rice dishes and meats is layered seasoning, and these new pantry essentials make it simple — even for beginners.
| Product | What it does in your kitchen |
|---|---|
| Sazón Goya Garlic & Onion | Replaces chopping garlic/onion when you’re short on time — ideal for rice, meats and beans |
| Sazón Goya Coriander & Annatto | Gives that yellow colour + Latin aroma to stews, casseroles and empanada fillings |
| Triguizar Mixed Seasoning | All-purpose flavour for everyday cooking — just 1 tsp lifts soups, eggs, chicken or arepas |
| El Rey Mixes (Ajiaco, Sancocho, Lentils) | If you’ve tried these soups in Colombia — this is the exact seasoning profile to recreate them at home |
💡 Quick idea:
Cook chicken breast with Sazón Garlic & Onion, shred it, and fill arepas → 100% authentic flavour without marinating overnight.
🍬 Iconic Latin sweets that spark nostalgia (and new favourites for Kiwis)
These aren’t just candies — they’re flavours that tell a story.
| Candy | Best moment to enjoy it |
|---|---|
| Coffee Delight (hard/soft) | With an afternoon coffee — Colombians call it the perfect “tintico companion” |
| Cocosette | For coconut lovers — a delicate flavour that pairs beautifully with tea |
| Supercoco (Bombón & Nougat) | A stronger true-coconut taste — a favourite of Venezuelans |
| Frunas | For kids or adults who love soft, fruity, playful sweets |
🧁 Dessert hack:
Break Cocosette over vanilla ice cream → 2 ingredients, café-style dessert.
🍳 Baking & holiday essentials — no experience needed
Latin desserts can seem hard to make from scratch in New Zealand… until now.
| Product | What it helps you make effortlessly |
|---|---|
| Natilla mixes (Coconut / Caramel / Panela) | Christmas dessert ready in 10 minutes — just add milk |
| Maizena Buñuelos Mix | No guesswork — perfect texture without worrying about ratios |
| Dulce de Leche San Ignacio | Spread on bread, pancakes or use as topping for desserts |
| Cakebar Mixed Berries Jam | Tea-time dessert ready in seconds |
✨ Holiday tip: Natilla + Buñuelos + Coffee Delight = instant Noche Buena feeling anywhere in New Zealand.
🔥 Tools that make cooking Latin food easier
Latin grilling isn’t about heat — it’s about texture.
- Arepa Grill Rack & Electric Rack
Create the classic slightly-crispy charred marks that define real Colombian/Venezuelan arepas — a frying pan simply won’t get that texture.
💡 Quick trick: Freeze pre-cooked arepas and grill them directly using the rack → crispy outside, soft center, zero prep.
🏡 Why these new arrivals matter for our community
Because food isn’t only flavour — it’s belonging.
Whether you’re:
- recreating childhood meals
- teaching Kiwi friends Latin cuisine
- building traditions for your kids born in NZ
- or discovering new flavours…
…these products make Latin cooking easy, emotional and accessible.
Ready to cook, snack, host and share? 🇳🇿✨
All these new Pantry arrivals are available for delivery across New Zealand — no need to wait for travellers or ask relatives to pack food in their luggage.
👉Shop the Latest Pantry Additions



