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Wow, the 3rd quarter of 2024 is now here, where did it go….

Before we reflect I would like to thank our restaurant customers for their continued support. Semola (Orewa), Hugo’s Bistro, The View Eatery (Wainui Golf Club), Elmo’s and Drifter Coffee (Orewa), its fantastic to be working with you.

We have cut back on farmers markets due to supply restraints, but you can still find us at the Orewa Beach Farmers Market every Sunday. The Puhoi Farmers Market once a month and Good From Scratch farm shop in Muriwai once a month.

Our partnership with Great Taste NZ is going well and John has our NZ Lions Mane (Pekepeke- Kiore) at a number of high end restaurants in the city and on Waiheke.

  • We now have my daughter Meghan managing our social media pages, and what a difference it makes. The content has improved dramatically, and her young fresh brain is bringing in younger interest in our products. Pop onto our Instagram page for a taste of her creativity. https://www.instagram.com/wainuivalleymushrooms/#

  • Our main focus this year is to build a bigger facility to grow our mushrooms. (Not mush-room left in our existing facility). We have broken ground, but this will take the best part of this year to complete.

Mush on

Recipes — provided by our wonderful customers and our brand ambassadors, Rudi Hefer from www.dadcooks.co.nz and Gwendoline van der Schyff from exciteyoursenses1@gmail.com

 
 

Mushroom Blog — Health Benefits & More…

 
 
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Coral Tooth (NZ Lions Mane or Pekepeke-Kiora)
Coral Tooth (NZ Lions Mane or Pekepeke-Kiora)

Health Benefits:

Pekepeke-Kiore are often referred to as the “smart” mushroom. They are related to the Hericium family or Lions Mane mushroom.

Lions Mane are highly prized as a culinary mushroom and are packed full of health benefits.

Although not conclusive and with very little scientific proof, there have been claims that Lions Mane mushrooms can support with the management of:

Alzheimer’s disease.

Anxiety.

Depression.

High cholesterol.

Inflammation

Parkinson’ disease.

Ulcers.

Protection against cancer.

Support of the immune system.

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Oyster Mushroom Health Benefits
Oyster Mushroom Health Benefits

Health Benefits.

The perfect meat substitute for both vegetarians and vegans, Oyster mushrooms are packed full of goodness that is linked to:

1. Immune System Support.

2. Lowering High Blood Pressure.

3. Regulating Cholesterol Levels.

4. Building Strong Bones.

5. Anti-Inflammatory Properties.

6. Anti-Cancer Properties.

7. Protecting the Heart Against Cardiovascular Disease.

8. Defend Against Neurodegenerative Diseases

One cup of raw, sliced oyster mushrooms (86g) provides 28 calories, 2.9g of protein, 5.2g of carbohydrates, and 0.3g of fat. Oyster mushrooms are an excellent source of niacin, fibre, and riboflavin. This nutrition information is provided by the USDA.3

• Calories: 28

• Fat: 0.3g

• Sodium: 15.5mg

• Carbohydrates: 5.2g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugars: 0.95

• Protein: 2.9g

• Niacin: 4.27mg

At the same time, they’re also high in:

• protein & fibre

• iron, zinc, potassium, phosphorus & selenium

• calcium

• folic acid

• vitamins B1, B3, B5 & B12

• vitamin C & vitamin D

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