Established · 16 signalsseafood Chatham Islands
Chatham Island Food Co
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About
Chatham Island Food Co delivers award-winning, sustainably sourced seafood, including Chatham Blue Cod and pāua, directly from the remote Chatham Islands to your door, reflecting their commitment to ocean health.
Their Story
The Chatham Island Food Co was founded in 2011 by seventh-generation Chatham Islander, Delwyn Tuanui. His journey began after returning to his family farm, facing challenges in getting livestock to market. Delwyn pursued studies in marketing and business in Melbourne, where a "lightbulb moment"…
What They Make
- Chatham Blue Cod (trademarked as Chatham Blue)
- Pure Pāua Mince
- Frozen Kina
- Pāua Pies (in collaboration with West Coast Pies)
- Whole Pāua
- Crayfish Tails
Awards & Recognition
- Outstanding New Zealand Food Producer Awards — Supreme Champions(2022)
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How to Get Their Products
Chatham Islands (no market)
New Zealand wide home delivery (North Island deliveries handled by Wild Natural NZ). Products also available for purchase on site at their Owenga location on the Chatham Islands.