Kashish Foods is a proudly New Zealand-owned food brand, built on one belief, every Kiwi kitchen deserves access to authentic, high-quality ingredients from around the world. Founded in 2014 under parent company MG International Limited, we started from a garage in Auckland and grew into one of New Zealand’s most trusted food importers, with warehouses in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch serving the entire country.
We source premium Basmati rice, lentils, beans, spices, oils, mango pulp, flour, ghee, and milk powder from trusted suppliers across India, USA, Myanmar, Australia, Argentina, Canada, UAE, and Africa, every product rigorously quality-checked before it reaches your shelf. Today, Kashish Foods is proudly stocked at Pak’nSave, New World, Countdown, and Costco, bringing genuine global flavours closer to Kiwi families every day.
Where It All Began
The story of Kashish Foods starts in India, where the family behind MG International built decades of expertise in rice milling and grain trading.
These deep agricultural roots shaped a vision, to one day bring authentic, high-quality food ingredients to tables around the world.
Incorporation of MG International Ltd
Founded by Suneet Gupta, MG International Limited was officially incorporated in New Zealand.
What started from a small garage in Auckland, with Suneet personally delivering food products in his own car, grew into a mission to connect Crop Field to Plate and bring genuine global ingredients to Kiwi households.
Connecting the World to New Zealand Kitchens
Kashish Foods began importing premium Basmati rice, lentils, beans, spices, oils, and mango pulp into New Zealand.
Trusted supplier partnerships were forged across India, USA, Myanmar, Australia, Argentina, Canada, UAE, and Africa, all underpinned by a commitment to ethical sourcing and strict quality control.
Launch of Eden Valley Foods
To strengthen our end-to-end food supply capability, Eden Valley Foods Limited was launched as a sister company specialising in blending, milling, contract packing, and distribution across New Zealand, marking a significant step in vertical integration.
From Auckland to Every Corner of New Zealand
Warehouses were established in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, enabling Kashish Foods to reach every corner of New Zealand.
This period marked the beginning of key retail partnerships with Foodstuffs NZ, Woolworths NZ, Costco NZ, ethnic grocery retailers, and food service providers nationwide.
New Zealand's #1 Basmati Rice Importer
MG International became New Zealand’s largest importer of Basmati rice, while TLG Agro, our dedicated rice mill, became the largest exporter of Basmati rice into NZ.
Kashish Basmati Rice crossed $2 million in New Zealand sales, cementing our position as a market leader in imported food ingredients.
Brand Expansion & Supermarket Growth
The Kashish Foods FMCG portfolio grew significantly, adding milk powder, ghee, flour, lentils, beans, mango pulp, spices, oils, and plant-based proteins.
Supermarket shelf presence expanded across Pak’nSave, New World, Countdown, and Costco. Our social community grew to 9K+ Followers on Facebook and 11K+ Followers on Instagram, driven by recipes, food demos, and real customer engagement.
Deep Community Roots
Kashish Foods became a recognisable face in New Zealand’s multicultural food community.
Highlights included a live Mithai stall at Costco NZ during Diwali, popular Mango Lassi demonstrations at the Auckland Food Show, and expanded brand visibility through billboards, bus-back advertising, and food blogger collaborations.
Made in New Zealand
A landmark milestone. Kashish Foods established its own state-of-the-art production facility in New Zealand, officially registered with MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) and approved for a Ready-to-Cook Food Manufacturing Licence.
For the first time, Kashish products are being produced locally on New Zealand soil, delivering faster, fresher supply to Kiwi consumers while strengthening our farm-to-plate commitment.
NEW ZEALAND'S RICE EXPERTS
New Zealand's Leading Importer of Premium Basmati Rice
Through our dedicated rice mill TLG Agro, Kashish Foods controls the entire journey of rice:
- Sourcing extra-long grain Basmati rice directly from the paddy fields of India.
- Milling & Processing at 450 MT per hour capacity through our state-of-the-art rice mill TLG Agro.
- Blending & Packing to precise Quality Specifications to meet our premium standards
- Quality Control at every stage, tested for aroma, grain length, purity, and moisture
- Distribution to leading New Zealand retailers including Pak'nSave, New World, Countdown, and Costco
Found Where You Shop
From major supermarket chains to your local grocery store, Kashish Foods is always within reach!
Where to Find Us:
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Woolworths NZ: A trusted supplier of rice, mango pulp, guava pulp, oils, and more across all Countdown stores
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Costco NZ: 30+ Kashish products on shelf, including rice, lentils, beans, oils, fresh bakery, and yogurt
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Coming Soon — Australia — Kashish Foods is expanding across the Tasman, bringing authentic global ingredients to Australian shelves very soon
Why Choose Us?
Authentic Global Ingredients
We source high-quality ingredients from trusted suppliers worldwide and deliver them straight to New Zealand kitchens, selected for quality, flavour, and authenticity.
Premium Quality Assurance
Every imported product meets strict quality standards for purity, freshness, and consistency, so you get the same great taste, every time.
Health Comes First
We carefully select products that retain their natural nutrients and flavour, helping Kiwi families cook healthier, more nourishing meals every day.
Customer-Focused Approach
From global spices to everyday pantry staples, we ensure reliable stock and fast supply, built around what New Zealand kitchens actually need.
Dedicated & Experienced Team
Our expert team handles global sourcing, import logistics, and quality control end-to-end, so every product that reaches you is one we stand behind.
Fair & Competitive Pricing
By working directly with international suppliers, we cut out the middleman and bring you premium-quality ingredients at honest, competitive prices.
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