Established · 12 signalscondiments Nelson

Mixed Roots

Name: Mixed Roots
Address: Nelson/Tasman, NZ
Location: Mixed Roots
Rating: 4.6

4.6(30 reviews on Google)

Mixed Roots was founded by Kalpana Laitflang, who describes herself as 'The Original Spice Girl. Spice blends, curry blend with a twist · Perfect for rubbing on meat, fish, tofu, paneer, veggies · Winner, Cuisine Magazine Artisan NZ Food Award · Silver Award, NZ Artisan Awards

“Mixed Roots has received recognition for its exceptional products:” · “The Senior Food Editor of Cuisine Magazine praised its "wonderful complexity" and how it "reminds me of all the delicious food in Kerala."”

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Their Story

Mixed Roots was founded by Kalpana Laitflang, who describes herself as 'The Original Spice Girl.' Her journey began with a deep love for food, a 'language of love' in her family, and a desire to rediscover the authentic and rich flavors she grew up with. She drew inspiration from her grandmothers…

What They Make

Spice Blends: "Anything Mix" (available in 100g and 20g single-serve)
Spice Blends: "Fish Mix" (available in 100g and 20g single-serve)
Spice Blends: "Meat Mix" (available in 100g and 20g single-serve)
Spice Blends: "Nice Spice" (available in 100g and 20g single-serve)
Spice Blends: "Hurry Curry" (available in 100g and 20g single-serve, also in a shaker jar)
Spice Blends: Tandoori (shaker jar)
Spice Blends: Texican (seasoning shaker jar)
Spice Blends: Thai Zinger (shaker jar)
Spice Blends: Set of 4 Shaker Jars (includes Hurry Curry, Tandoori, Texican, Thai Zinger)
Spiced Honeys & Drizzles: Gold Spice Honey (200ml)
Spiced Honeys & Drizzles: Bee Sting Honey Drizzle
Spiced Honeys & Drizzles: Masala Chai Honey
Spiced Honeys & Drizzles: Yuletide Spiced Honey (seasonal)
Curry Oils: "Hot Stuff" Smoky Curry Oil (200ml)
Chai & Coffee: Chocolate Chai
Chai & Coffee: Gold Chai
Chai & Coffee: Indian Summer Spiced Coffee Pods (limited edition)
Chai & Coffee: Indian Summer Spiced Coffee (limited edition)
Gift Packs: The Winning Box

Awards & Recognition

Cuisine Magazine Artisan NZ Food Award — Winner
NZ Artisan Awards — Silver Award
NZ Food Awards — Shortlisted (Artisan Foods, Pantry Essentials)(2022)

More from Mixed Roots

Personalized Indian cooking classesCorporate cooking eventsFood catering services

How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Motueka Sunday Market

Nelson/Tasman·Sun 8am-1pm

Online

Online shipping, Physical stockists (Bin Inn, Chef's Complements, Moore Wilsons, Fresh Choice supermarkets, specialty grocers), Farmers Markets (Motueka Sunday Market, Nelson Market, Nelson Farmer's Market)