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.
The journey began in 1990, when the founding family established their business in India, focusing on rice milling and grain trading. Over the years, the business grew significantly, establishing itself as a major wholesaler of commodities, with the family today operating one of the largest rice mills in India.
With complete vertical integration across the rice supply chain, the business brings decades of expertise in sourcing, processing, and delivering high-quality food products to markets around the world.
In 2003, Mr. Suneet Gupta migrated to New Zealand with a vision of establishing the Oceania chapter of the family business. The journey was not easy, like many new migrants, he faced several challenges and took on various jobs in the early years while working hard to build a new life in New Zealand.
Through persistence, determination, and years of hard work, he eventually laid the foundation for the business, formally establishing MG International Ltd. in 2014.
In 2014, Mr. Suneet Gupta identified an opportunity in the New Zealand market for premium Asian food products. While Asian products were already available, there was a clear gap when it came to high-quality, premium offerings.
Recognising this opportunity, he began distributing premium Asian food products to supermarkets across New Zealand, with a vision to bring authentic and high-quality ingredients to a wider audience.
Kashish Foods began importing premium Basmati rice, lentils, beans, spices, oils, and mango pulp into New Zealand.
Trusted distributor 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.
As the business grew, the team launched their own in-house brand, Kashish Foods, with a vision to build a distinct Indo-Kiwi identity in the market. Rather than operating solely as a trader, the goal was to create a trusted brand that could deliver authentic, high-quality ingredients tailored for New Zealand consumers.
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.
Today, Kashish Foods has established itself as a market leader in New Zealand across several categories, including NZ ghee, NZ milk powder, lentils & beans, and many other premium food products.
Warehouses were established across both the North and South Islands in key locations such as Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, enabling Kashish Foods to efficiently reach every corner of New Zealand.
This expansion also marked the beginning of key retail partnerships, strengthening the brand’s presence across major supermarkets and retail outlets nationwide.
MG International became New Zealand’s largest distributor of Basmati rice.
Kashish Basmati Rice crossed $3.5 million in New Zealand sales, cementing our position as a market leader in imported food ingredients through dedicated brand values.
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, Woolsworth, 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.
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.
A landmark milestone for the company, Kashish Foods established its own state-of-the-art production facility in New Zealand.
For the first time, Kashish products began to be produced locally on New Zealand soil, enabling faster and fresher supply to Kiwi consumers while strengthening our farm-to-plate commitment. This expansion also paved the way for the launch of new product ranges, including ginger garlic paste, batter products, and yoghurt.
We source high-quality ingredients from trusted suppliers worldwide and deliver them straight to New Zealand kitchens, selected for quality, flavour, and authenticity.
Every imported product meets strict quality standards for purity, freshness, and consistency, so you get the same great taste, every time.
We carefully select products that retain their natural nutrients and flavour, helping Kiwi families cook healthier, more nourishing meals every day.
From global spices to everyday pantry staples, we ensure reliable stock and fast supply, built around what New Zealand kitchens actually need.
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.
By working directly with international suppliers, we cut out the middleman and bring you premium-quality ingredients at honest, competitive prices.
