Every Bite Hauraki - Food Appreciation Movement

Every Bite is a four-week programme designed to help households become more food-resourceful, with the goal of reducing food waste across Aotearoa by 10%. By joining, you'll gain tools, resources, and, most importantly, motivation to monitor and minimise your food waste—while also discovering practical tips, tricks, and tasty recipes to keep more food on your plates and less in the bin. It's simple, effective, and will save you money on your grocery bill!

What to Expect:

This four-week journey includes two in-person sessions (one at the start and one at the end), plus three easy at-home actions to help you make the most of your food.

Kick-off Event | Sunday, 4 May 2025 | Falls Retreat

We’re launching Every Bite in collaboration with Falls Retreat, an award-winning garden-to-plate venue known for its sustainability and waste reduction efforts. At this special event, you will:

✅ Be welcomed with a refreshing zero-waste soda crafted by Falls Retreat

✅ Learn about the Every Bite programme’s mission to reduce waste and appreciate food

✅ Hear from Falls Retreat co-owner and award-winning chef Brad King on his closed-loop philosophy, seasonal menu design, and top waste-reduction tips

✅ Watch a live cooking demonstration from Brad, with practical ideas you can use at home

✅ Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring Brad’s housemade sourdough and comforting chicken soup

✅ Explore the beautiful organic veggie gardens and orchards

Every Bite programme

Throughout the four week programme, you'll receive newsletters packed with inspiration, and you’ll have access to our private Facebook group, where you can share progress, ask questions, and celebrate your wins.

Wrap-up Event | Sunday, 1 June 2025 | Falls Retreat

We’ll wrap up with a final in-person session to reflect on the journey and celebrate our impact. This will be held at the Falls Retreat 'Local's Night' from 4pm-5:30pm and includes shared pizza, chips and salad.

Sign up for the full programme today and be part of this movement to reduce food waste, save money, and build a stronger, more sustainable community!