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Made In Hamilton: A Look Through Fantastic Local Treasures

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December 12, 2023 //  by duoplus

Made is a new hidden treasure, recently opening in Hamilton East. The venue combines a variety of different local businesses and then brings them together to show the best ways that they can work. It not only showcases the finest aspects of the city without any concerns about what’s happening but also unveils a wealth of undiscovered local talent. This creates an opportunity to discover many local talents, all conveniently brought together in one place.

Alexmarie

Welcome to Alexmarie, your ultimate destination for timeless homewares and giftwares, curated to transform your house into a warm and inviting home. At the heart of Made, Alexmarie stands as a haven for those passionate about health, offering a range of products crafted with a commitment to using natural materials. Neutral tones, natural fibres, and an array of plants characterise our collections, reflecting a dedication to creating a harmonious living space.

Amphora

Amphora beckons those with a modern palate and an appreciation for the classic, the cool, and the eclectic. This contemporary wine bar boasts sustainable tap and glass pours, focusing on organic and handmade wines. The bottle list emphasises rare and aged selections, perfect for savouring during a meal or contemplating the terroir of distant vineyards.

Glasses in the bar, restaurant interior. Clean glasses hang against the background of wine bottles.

Bare Grocer

For the eco-conscious shopper, Bare Grocer is a refillery store where you can fulfil all your essential grocery needs with minimal waste. From tea and coffee to herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, oils, and more, Bare has it all. Embrace a healthier home with our selection of personal care items, household essentials, and unique giftware.

Burger Burger

Burger Burger is your go-to spot for delicious, honest burgers, old-fashioned shakes, and cold beers made with quality local ingredients. Indulge in arguably the best burgers in New Zealand!

Chair by Jane Harris

At Chair by Jane Harris, experience deep tissue, relaxation, and specialty massages tailored to your needs. Our trusted specialists in Hamilton invite you to indulge in the benefits of a moment of pure relaxation.

Crack Chicken

Crack Chicken offers a delectable fusion of Nashville-style and Korean-style fried chicken, a perfect blend of heat, crunch, and juiciness. Renowned chef David Lee, the mastermind behind Poni restaurant at Commercial Bay and Candy Shop in Newmarket, brings his innovative take on soul food to this culinary gem.

Expleo

Expleo, a family-owned retail butcher, draws customers from far and wide for its handcrafted selection of the finest cuts, natural ingredients, and expert advice. Enjoy grass-fed, free-range, 100% organic, and spray-free New Zealand meat.

Butcher offering fresh meat at display in butchery

Fabrik

Fabrik redefines hair styling with trusted techniques and contemporary design, offering subtle, sophisticated, and beautifully distinctive hairstyles designed for the individual.

Found Store

Found Store, a beloved Hamilton boutique retail destination, focuses on thoughtfully and sustainably conscious brands from New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. Owners Ann-Maree and Liz share a deep love for interior design, vintage clothing, well-made garments, and the art of second-hand shopping.

Fruney and Fpastry

Indulge your sweet tooth at Fruney and Fpastry, dedicated to crafting fine chocolates, fantastic dragees, fabulous fruit honey spreads, and amazing contemporary pastries. Experience culinary artistry with unforgettable flavours and innovative treats.

Grey Roasting Co

Grey Roasting Co. is your local coffee roaster with a tasting room owned by a two-time NZ barista champion. Enjoy expertly brewed, freshly roasted beans sourced from top coffee-growing regions.

Hapi

Hapi is a haven for craft beer enthusiasts, offering a great selection of local craft beers, artisanal spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Whether you savour in-house or take away, fill your growlers for a flavour-packed journey at home.

Little Lato

Little Lato presents seasonal, imaginative flavours in hand-crafted and award-winning gelato, catering to gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan diets.

Mamas Donuts

Mamas Donuts brings you delicious, handcrafted doughnuts made the old-school way with a whole lot of love. Enjoy the homemade taste and texture, just like Mama used to make them!

Various sorts of donuts in a shop window: pink icing and chocolate with sprinkles

Mezze

Mezze invites you to indulge in the flavours of Turkey with handcrafted Gozleme, sweet and flaky Baklava, and small plates bursting with Mediterranean goodness.

Mr Twist

Mr Twist brings all your favourite American treats to Hamilton, from freshly baked pretzels to lemonade and pineapple dole whip inspired by family trips to Disneyland.

Mystery Creek Ceramics

Mystery Creek Ceramics, led by the talented artist Alex, showcases a stunning collection of beautifully crafted ceramic goods, blending fun and beauty in every piece.

Oat Bros

Oat Bros caters to oat enthusiasts everywhere with a perfected recipe for oats made just like your mum used to.

Omo Omo

Omo Omo offers a Japanese haven for fresh, healthy ingredients in sashimi slices, donburi bowls, and sushi rolls, bringing the taste of Japan to your table.

On a roll

On a Roll presents delicious Asian fusion street food featuring bao buns, spring rolls, dumplings, sticky wings, and more, quickly becoming a favourite in Hamilton.

Pirongia Mountain Vegetables

Pirongia Mountain Vegetables provides sustainable, clean, and naturally grown vegetables, proudly chemical spray-free.

Raglan Botanicals

Raglan Botanicals believes in the power of nature, offering organic, non-toxic skincare, aromatherapy, and more to enhance holistic well-being and happiness.

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Ranger Studio

Ranger Studio makes creativity accessible to everyone, offering workshops and a space to share creative skills and inspire sustainability. Unleash your creativity at Ranger Studio!

Rumour

Rumour is your go-to men’s and women’s fashion and lifestyle store, stocking the latest designer streetwear, clothing, footwear, and accessories from New Zealand and abroad.

Red Kitchen

Red Kitchen offers a beautiful range of nourishing, family-friendly dinners made with love and heart in Te Awamutu. Choose from a range of pantry essentials to accompany your meals.

Sawubona

Sawubona is a captivating collection of hand-carved wooden kitchenware, handwoven baskets, exquisite loose-leaf teas, and more, sourced directly from skilled artisans in diverse regions of Kenya.

Sing Easy Karaoke

Sing Easy Karaoke is Hamilton’s newest karaoke room, where it’s easy to sing your heart out on stage, surrounded by friends, good drinks, and unforgettable moments of musical magic.

Soul Boul

Soul Boul, packed with a range of nutritious foods, offers a menu designed around seasonal, organic, and local produce. Indulge in organic açai, avocado and feta sourdough toast, or grab a coffee, matcha, smoothie, or nourishing bowl.

Spice Lane

Spice Lane invites you to experience the vibrant flavours of India and the sizzling allure of Tandoor, capturing the essence of Indian spices with freshly baked naans and succulent curries.

Taylord Cakes

Taylord Cakes specialises in delicious treats for special occasions, including custom cakes, cupcakes, cake pops, milk tarts, peppermint tarts, chocolate bombs, chocolate stirrers, and award-winning macarons.

White and pink macaroon cakes with raspberries on an abstract gray background.

The Golf Club

The Golf Club offers the excitement of golf all year long through a state-of-the-art golf simulator, providing ultra-realistic courses and friendly competitions with friends, regardless of the weather.

The Green Restauruant

The Green Restaurant, helmed by Chef Karl Boulton, offers an exciting new chef’s table dégustation, bringing people together through food.

The Larder

The Larder, an artisan store within Made Market, showcases a community of merchants specialising in handmade goods, fresh produce, beverages, and more.

Volare

Volare, Hamilton’s famous artisan bakery, delights with award-winning handcrafted sourdough bread, mouth-watering pastries, croissants, and seasonal treats. Discover why Volare is a beloved destination in the Waikato.


Made is set to be one of the best places to visit in Hamilton. It’s designed for both young and old, aiming to change how we shop in Hamilton, New Zealand. As these styles of shopping spots are getting more popular worldwide, Made will be a one-of-a-kind type of venue and a top choice in its category.

Please note that a lot of Made is closed on Tuesdays and as always make sure to check the opening hours before going

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