Spicecraft is our family-owned business based in Christchurch, NZ, founded by me (Richard) and Katrina Killoh. My passion for food has deep roots, inspired by my grandmother Gillian, who started New Zealand's first dedicated herb farm in Akaroa, and was probably one of NZ's pioneering 'foodies". Growing up surrounded by exciting flavours, fresh herbs, and quality ingredients, I quickly developed an early appreciation for full-flavoured, natural foods.
Moving forward in time, I became a professional chef, honing my skills in restaurants and cooking for dozens, then hundreds of patrons each night. My journey then expanded into catering, where I brought joy through my food to hundreds and eventually thousands of people at events, weddings, and shows. Driven by a deep passion for making people happy through food, I sought a way to reach even more people—tens of thousands—so they too could experience the joy of a properly seasoned meal. This led to the idea of crafting seasonings that could help everyone enjoy better-tasting food.
Thus, Spicecraft was founded with a simple mission: to help people create better food and bring more happiness into their lives.
Kicking off as a side hustle in 2012, Spicecraft was born. Drawing from my catering days, where I seasoned and cooked spit-roasted meats for thousands of people each week, I developed our signature salts and seasonings. Our product range includes both globally inspired flavours like Rockin’ Moroccan and Cravin’ Cajun, and proprietary blends tailored to Kiwi tastes, such as Crackin’ Kiwi and Smokey Garlic Salt. Demand was good, feedback was great, and business was booming. By 2018, Katrina and I were both working full-time at Spicecraft.
What sets Spicecraft apart is the depth and complexity of our seasonings, each providing a full and unique flavour at a fair price. Each blend is crafted with care, using premium quality ingredients. Whether local or imported, we endeavour to source as close to the primary source as possible. Every spice and herb is personally inspected before being blended into thoughtful flavour profiles, ensuring maximum freshness and taste.
Committed to selling directly to consumers, we can guarantee our products are as fresh and full-flavoured as possible. Look out for us at various shows and events around the country, and you may also find our products in select speciality food shops and BBQ stores.
We are immensely proud of our uniquely Kiwi seasonings and love hearing how they’ve helped to enhance your cooking experiences. Your feedback shapes our future direction, so please, keep it coming—stop for a chat at a market, leave us a review, and tell your friends!
