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Emily Maddren

Madd Pie

Madd Pie offers homemade, handcrafted pies—meat pies, family pies, and dessert pies. The meats are slow-cooked, with excess fat removed for a healthier option. Everything is made from scratch, with no pre-packaged ingredients. The pies are delivered every Sunday and sold at local markets and events. The goal is to offer families delicious, healthy food at an affordable price, delivered straight to their door.

Emily is a sole parent of three children, raised in Waiuku, South Auckland. Family is everything to her, and her love for food grew from watching her mother and grandmother cook. Food has become her “love language,” and her home is a hub for family gatherings centered around great food, laughter, and togetherness. With over 15 years in the hospitality industry, her passion for food continues to thrive.

In five years, the goal is to expand the business into a bakery, distributing fresh, beautiful pies across New Zealand. Long-term, Emily envisions opening a farm park cafe in the countryside, creating a family-oriented space where people can enjoy good food in a welcoming environment.

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