Another Award for The Goodtime Pie Co. Hub Vegan Pies and Rolls

We always knew that the Hub Gourmet Vegan Pies and Rolls that we distribute exclusively for The Goodtime Pie Co. were damn good, and we were right. The Hub Café Vegan Sausage Roll has just won best sausage roll at The Vegan Sausage Awards 2021, organised by the New Zealand Vegan Society. The feedback we have received on the Hub Vegan Sausage Roll has been very positive. People are happy to have a snack sized option and are amazed that it does not contain meat, as the flavours, texture and pastry make it seem like you are eating a traditional sausage roll.

This is not the first time the Hub Vegan range has won awards from the New Zealand Vegan Society, as in 2020 the Hub Vegan Pepper Mushroom won Best Commercial Vegan Pie and the Hub Korma Vegetable Pie was runner up.

We think the secret behind the popularity of the Hub Vegan Pies and Rolls is that; they deliver the pie eating experience that all Kiwis love, there is a big range of flavours, and there is absolutely no compromise on the taste and texture of the fillings and the pastry is golden and flaky. This means

  • Vegans can confidently tuck in knowing it has the Vegan Certification
  • Vegetarians and Flexitarians can enjoy a plant-based pie or roll guilt free
  • Meat Eaters can be a bit adventurous and try something that tastes good.

We know that more and more Kiwis are looking to eat less meat, and we just love being at the forefront of distributing plant-based pie and roll options, that everyone can enjoy.

Check out our Hub Vegan Range here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/baked-goods/hub-vegan-gourmet-pies

If you want to stock award winning Vegan Pies and Rolls then, give us a call on  0800 8636 287 or email info@focusdistribution.co.nz

New Hub Gourmet Petite Pies – For Pie Lovers With Petite Appetites

We know people love our Hub Gourmet pies but at 220 gm they are a big eat for some. So, after getting numerous requests from our customers about this, we are pleased to launch the Hub Gourmet Petite 150 gm range. Now your customers who love pies but have a more petite appetite, can indulge their pie cravings. This range is also great when served with a salad for a value-add meal.

The Hub Petite range still uses the same great quality meat and vegetables, herbs and spices and perfect flaky pastry. They are available in 5 gourmet flavours.

Angus Beef Steak and Mozzarella– Cubes of steak cooked in a rich and hearty gravy topped with slices of gooey mozzarella

Creamy Butter Chicken– Succulent chicken pieces slow cooked in a creamy tomato gravy with popular and traditional Indian herbs and spices.

NZ Lamb, Kumara & Rosemary-Tender NZ Lamb and kumara simmered in a rich gravy with a hint of rosemary.

Thai Chicken Red Curry & Vegetables-Tender chicken, green beans and sweetcorn combined with an authentic Thai-style red curry and coconut cream sauce.

Winter Vegetable Medley & Bechamel Sauce– This is a pie suitable for vegetarians. It features a medley of kumara, potato, pumpkin, cauliflower, green beans & leeks combined with a creamy bechamel sauce and topped with tasty cheese.

To place your order  give us a call on 0800 8636 287 or click here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/contact-us/ we know your customers will love our Hub Gourmet Petite Range.

 

Goodtime Metro and Metro Mini Pies Now Have A 3 Star Health Rating

We know that kids and adults love the taste and comfort of a quality pie, but that it is desirable if they are eaten as part of an active lifestyle and well-balanced healthy diet.

The newly reformulated Metro Pie range fits the bill- it has been through a stringent testing process and has achieved the high standard 3 Star Health Rating, which is a well-recognised rating system that Kiwis know and trust.

There are 2 sizes available in the Metro range

  • The Metro 170-gm range is suited to older kids and adults who need fuel to keep them going during the day. This range is available in 5 favourite flavours of Mince and Vegetable, Mince and Cheese, Steak and Cheese, Chicken and Vegetables and Potato Top.
  • The Mini Metro range is 130 gms and is an easy to manage size and shape suited to younger kids with lower energy needs and smaller appetites. You can tempt the younger kids with popular Mince and Cheese and Mince and Vegetable flavours.

The Goodtime Pie Co. spent many months developing this range so that it still tastes like a pie should- full of flavour, delicious fillings and flaky pastry. They did it by

  • Using lean beef and chicken which is an important source of protein and iron
  • Using healthy fats essential for energy, and less unhealthy saturated fats.
  • Reducing the sodium and sugar
  • Reducing the kj per 100 gm which helps balance overall energy intake but still provides energy for active growing tweens and teens.
  • Upping the amount of vegetables, legumes, fruit and soy to increase Dietary Fibre. Each pie contains at least 10% vegetables and fruit to help support 5+ a day fruit and vegetables.
  • Being a bit sneaky and pureeing the veges to hide them so that kids are eating healthy without knowing it.

 

So, if you are interested in Helping Everyone Choose Healthier Food Options the Metro range is ideal – it is “The Tasty Pie That’s Better 4 U”

So, don’t delay give us a call on 0800 8636 287 or click here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/contact-us/ to get this fantastic range into your school tuck shop or café.

 

Hub Gourmet Pies and Rolls are now Vegan Certified

We have great news for stockists and lovers of our Hub Gourmet Vegan Pies and Rolls- they now feature The Vegan Society of Aotearoa New Zealand Vegan Certification prominently on the packs. This means your customers can have 100% confidence that they are the real deal.

What’s Involved in Gaining the Vegan Certification?

The Vegan Certified programme is administered by the NZ Vegetarian Society, in collaboration with the Vegan Society of Aotearoa New Zealand. The Vegan Certified trademark helps consumers to easily identify vegan products from reputable manufactures.

In order to be granted the Vegan Certified Trade Mark the manufacturer The Goodtime Pie Co has to guarantee that all Hub Gourmet Vegan Pies and  Rolls are

Free from animal-derived ingredients: This means they cannot contain, consist of, or have been produced with the aid of products consisting of or created from, any part of a living or dead animal, or any substance that has originated from an animal.

That no cross-contamination during production: This means if the same production line is shared with non-vegan products/ ingredients, thorough cleaning must be carried out before vegan production commences. This extends to all associated machinery, equipment, utensils, surfaces and clothing, which must remain free from non- vegan products/ingredients before vegan products are touched, prepared, produced or packaged. Clear procedures must be in place to ensure correct packaging is used and errors do not occur.

Free from genetically modified ingredients or products containing genetically modified ingredients.

There are 4 tempting flavours in the Hub Gourmet Vegan Pie Range they are:  Spicy Mexican, Korma Vegetable, Kumara and Cashew and the new Chana Masala.  A recent innovative addition to the range is the Café Vegan Sausage Roll

   

So don’t delay give us a call on 0800 8636 287 or click here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/contact-us/ to find out how to get your hands on this fantastic range.

Hub Gourmet Vegan Pies Launch a New Flavour – Chana Masala

Variety is the spice of life and consumers are always on the look -out for new and interesting flavours, so we are excited to launch Chana Masala as the latest addition to the Hub Gourmet Vegan Pie range. Chana Masala is a delicious combination of chickpeas, potatoes, and kumara cooked in a spicy onion tomato and creamy coconut masala gravy, wrapped in flaky vegan pastry.

All Hub Gourmet Vegan pies feature the Vegan Certified Trade Mark which will give your customers 100% confidence they are from a reputable manufacturer.

If you want to keep your vegan, vegetarian and flexitarian customers happy, call us about stocking this new flavour.

You can get in touch by CALLING 0800 8636 287 or click here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/contact-us/

New Hub Vegan Café Sausage Roll – A Real Winner

Kiwis love sausage rolls but until now there has not been a lot of choice for Vegans, Vegetarians or Flexitarians to enjoy this kiwi classic.  That is until NOW- as we have just launched the Hub Café Vegan Sausage Roll.

The Hub Café Vegan roll uses plant-based ingredients to create a roll that has an amazing texture just like a traditional sausage roll, it is then carefully seasoned and wrapped in a delicious flaky pastry. It also has the Vegan Certification so your customers can feel 100 % confident it is free from animal -derived ingredients, there is no cross contamination during production and it is GMO-free.   

We know this is going to be a winner so get in touch soon to make sure you don’t miss out.

Call us on 0800 8636 287 or click here https://focusdistribution.co.nz/contact-us/   to find out about stocking.

 

“Chilli Out Bro”- A Taste of Mexico in a Goodtime Pie

 

Kiwis love pies and they are loving Mexican food – just look at the  number of Mexican restaurants that have opened up in the last few years and take a wander down any supermarket isles and you will find loads of Mexican sauces.
So, our friends at The Goodtime Pie Co. decided that it made sense to combine the two and launch a Chilli Beef and Cheese Pie under the Classic Kiwi range. Since its launch it has been flying out the pie warmer and just goes to show that kiwis are always looking for new tasty pie flavours.
Chilli Beef and Cheese is made from prime New Zealand Beef, red kidney beans, onion, red peppers and tomatoes, topped with a tasty cheese sauce. They are available in cartons of 6 wrapped pies in the distinctive Goodtime Classic Kiwi style.
It is a HOT new flavour so stock up your pie warmer now – Who needs to go to Mexico to get some spice in your life, just tuck into a few Goodtime Classic Kiwi Chilli Beef and Cheese Pie, and watch things quickly heat up! Chilli out bro, kiwi style.
If you think your customers would love it too, then get in touch with Focus Distribution on 0800 8636 287 to order.