The Plant Based Pantry

14/09/2026

Our Minchins Flour order just arrived - High Grade, White & Wholemeal are all back in stock!

13/09/2026

Which of our bright, Wholefood Salads will you be having with lunch today?

11/09/2026

Out & about today? Come meet your new favourite summer lunch! - our brand new Summery Chickpea Salad at starting today - it's packed with crisp, vibrant flavours to fuel your day.

🌿Garry's tossed hearty organic chickpeas with a rainbow of fresh ingredients:
Snap Peas & Radishes for that perfect crunch
Sweet Cherry Tomatoes & Corn kernels for a touch of summery sweetness
Diced Cucumber & Creamy Avocado to keep it cool and refreshing
Fresh Dill, Parsley, & Green Onions for a burst of herby goodness, and the Secret Twist? 🤫 our house-made dressing features nutrient-rich h**p seed oil paired with a tangy, sweet apricot mustard. It’s nutty, zesty, completely plant-based & made without Gluten!

Come grab a bowl while it lasts! 🥣✨

11/09/2026

Another gorgeous blue sky morning ☀️ Appreciate where you are this morning, step into the beautifully crisp air… Breathe

4 second inhale
4 seconds hold
4 seconds exhale
4 seconds hold
Repeat at least 5 times to lock your Saturday off without cobwebs.

Be somewhere today where you can stop and appreciate those snowy mountain tops 🏔️
Have a beautiful day

10/09/2026

📚 Looking for a welcoming space to reset and focus, Ashburton? 🌿

✨Exam season is officially here, and we know how stressful this time can be for local students. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed or just need a change of scenery to clear your head, our doors are wide open.

The PlantBased Pantry & Cafe is set up to be a calm, welcoming, and pressure-free environment. Drop in, grab a table, plug in your laptop, and take things at your own pace.

☕ A gentle alternative for study sessions if you’re trying to avoid the jitters and crashes that come with standard energy drinks or heavy coffees, we've got something for you. We serve Matakana Superfoods Mushroom Lattes - a warm, completely caffeine-free, and nourishing blend made from wholefood ingredients. It’s just a comforting, grounding mug to sip on while you work. No pressure, no hype, just a peaceful space and wholesome food to keep you going & help take care of yourselves this week.

📍 Find us at 660 East Street
🌱 Open until 5.30 this afternoon

10/09/2026

What a stunning morning to stop, tummy breath in, hold, breathe out, hold.

Marvel at those gorgeous mountains, soak up the blue sky & have an incredible Friday 💕 ☀️ 🏔️

10/09/2026

Looking forward to our next Breathwork event this coming Sunday!

Come join us for Breathe — our monthly in-store event at The Plantbased Pantry & Cafe, with 100% of ticket proceeds donated to Kai for Kids.

This welcoming monthly breathwork session is facilitated by Deb Winter of Grace Wellness, and is designed to help you slow down, calm your mind, and reconnect with yourself and the Mid Canterbury community. All breathwork levels welcome.

Come along, connect with like-minded people, and take a moment to breathe.

Event Details

Date: 13 September 2026
Doors open: 8:45am | Event starts: 9:00am
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Location: The Plantbased Pantry & Cafe, 660 East Street, Ashburton
Ticket price: $20 per person
100% of proceeds donated to Kai for Kids

Reserve your spot here: https://theplantbasedpantry.co.nz/products/breathe-breathwork-charity-event-september-2026?_pos=1&_sid=d525d0a59&_ss=r and after your session, enjoy 10% off cafe food and drinks — the perfect way to wind down.

Your order confirmation serves as your ticket — please bring it along on the day (printed or on your phone).

Breathwork session with Deb Winter of Grace Wellness. Sunday 13 September, 9am at The Plantbased Pantry, Ashburton. $20 — 100% to Kai for Kids.

09/09/2026

As this mornings rain eases off, our new Turkish-Style Chickpea Salad is officially on board & ready ti serve!

🌿✨We wanted to create a salad that hits all the flavour notes - sweet, tangy, smoky, and incredibly fresh.

Here’s what makes this batch so special:
🌱 Organic Base: Made using premium Organic chickpeas for the perfect nutty bite.
🌈 Rainbow Crunch: Packed with a smoky trio of roasted red, yellow, and green capsicums.
🍋 The Twist: Tossed in a house-made zesty lime and rich balsamic glaze vinaigrette.
🧅 Traditional Prep: Finished with sumac-massaged red onions (all the flavor, none of the harsh onion bite!) and toasted walnuts for the ultimate crunch.

It’s naturally delicious, Made Without Gluten, and Dairy-Free, making it the ultimate feel-good fuel for your day.

Scoop some up today & Tag your lunch buddy who needs a fresh bite this week!

08/09/2026

Serving today at , our delicious, hearty Minestrone Soup!
Packed with flavour, protein & GF Pasta, we’re serving this rustic masterpiece with toast, vegan butter and an excellent bowl-scraping spoon 🥄

07/09/2026

Good morning!
We’re here with coffee brewing, cabinet stocked and cherry smiles to brighten your day!
Celebrate the sun coming through z& call on for a refuel today at !