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Hare Krish

Name: Hare Krish
Address: 1229 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Kumeū 0892, New Zealand, Canterbury, NZ
Telephone: 09 412 8075
Location: Hare Krish
Rating: 4.9

4.9(740 reviews on Google)

The Hare Krishna food initiatives in New Zealand are deeply rooted in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), founded by A. Winner, Award-winning · Winner, One of New Zealand's most popular vegan and vegetarian eateries

“Sides & Snacks:** Pakoras, samosas, fresh salads, papadums, dhal, roti.” · “Beverages:** Freshly squeezed juices, herbal drinks, lassi, and masala chai.” · “Many offerings are seasonal, reflecting fresh produce.”

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Their Story

The Hare Krishna food initiatives in New Zealand are deeply rooted in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966. A pivotal instruction from Prabhupada in 1972, 'No one within ten miles of an ISKCON temple should go hungry,'…

What They Make

A rich and varied array of vegetarian and often vegan dishes, predominantly Indian cuisine, but also featuring Chinese and European influences.

Indian Mains & Curries

Paneer Butter Masala
Idli
Samosa
Aloo Gobi
Aloo Jeera
Chole Bhature
Dal Tadka
Paneer Biryani
Puri Bhaji
Mattar Paneer
Palak Paneer
Sev Tamatar
Mixed Vegetable Biryani
Kadhai Paneer
Kadhai Sabji
Bhindi Masala
Arbi Masala.

Soups

Corn Soup
Noodle Soup
Tofu Soup
Vegetable Soup.

Sides & Snacks

Pakoras
samosas
fresh salads
papadums
dhal
roti.

Sweets & Desserts

Traditional Indian sweets (e.g.
halava
gulabjamuns
sandesa)
apple crumble
chocolate pudding.

Beverages

Pure vegetarian ice-creams
fresh juices
herbal drinks.

Seasonal Items

Products are often seasonal
reflecting fresh produce from their own farms.

Awards & Recognition

Award-winning — Winner
One of New Zealand's most popular vegan and vegetarian eateries — Winner
Lauded by The New York Times — Mention

More from Hare Krish

Vibrant festivals with multi-course feasts, music, and cultural programs (e.g., Hare Krishna Food Festival, Sri Gaura Purnima, Sri Rama Navami) hosted at ISKCON Auckland.Community meals including 'Sunday Love Feast' at the Auckland temple and regular free/subsidized meals through 'Food for Life' initiatives in Auckland CBD and previously in Whangarei and at Otago University.Spiritual sanctuary offering meditation, music, courses, and worship services at ISKCON temples. Higher Taste in Wellington aims to involve locals in practices like 'Journey of Self Discovery'.Farm stays and educational initiatives, including the Hare Krishna School for children aged 5-13 years at ISKCON Auckland, and the 'Krishna Farm' in Motueka Valley which provides a livelihood and spiritual community.Reception halls for functions, such as the 500-seat hall at Govinda Restaurant in Auckland (currently closed).

How to Get Their Products

Farmers' Markets

Ohoka Farmers' Market

Canterbury·Friday mornings

Direct Sales

1229 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Kumeū 0892, New Zealand

Dine-in available at Higher Taste Wellington (buffet and menu). Takeaway and delivery offered by Higher Taste Wellington via DoorDash and Uber Eats. Free or subsidized meals provided by Food for Life initiatives (e.g., Auckland CBD). Produce sold at local farmers markets by Krishna Farm (Motueka Valley).