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1 We’ve long been fans of East Imperial tonics and mixers, and now the range is available in party-friendly 500ml bottles. This calls for another round of G&Ts! They’re $5 from Farro Fresh, Glengarry and good liquor stores. eastimperial.com 2 The new marinated buffalo cheese from Clevedon Valley Buffalo Company is a seriously good time, spread on crackers or bread or added to salads, vegetable and pasta dishes. $18.95 for a 300g jar from Farro Fresh or Clevedon Village Farmers Market. clevedonbuffalo.co.nz 3 Duck Island’s new summer ice cream range is as delicious as always – top picks include peanut butter chocolate chip (a collaboration with Fix & Fogg), coffee (another collab with Hamilton’s Rocket Coffee) and the decadent churros and dulce de leche. RRP $11 for a 472ml tub at selected retailers nationwide. duckislandicecream.co.nz 4 It’s not often you get to feel mildly virtuous while eating chips, but with Proper Crisps’ latest offering, you’re contributing to your five plus a day! Garden Medley is a mix of beetroot, carrot, kūmara and parsnip chips with a sprinkling of Marlborough sea salt. RRP $4.30 for 100g. propercrisps.co.nz 5 The latest release from Nelson chocolate makers Hogarth is a dark chocolate infused with rose and vanilla tea. Get it at Farro Fresh, Fresh Collective and specialty stores, $12 for a 70g bar. hogarthchocolate.co.nz