salads with punch

hi, we are herba. we make food. wholesome, honest food.

whether it’s crumbed, fried, spiced or slow-cooked to melt, and sat on a fresh, crisp or grainy bed, it’s a box of nutrient-rich, tasty goodness; and you can bet a side of our crispy kumara ribbons that it’s gluten, sugar and dairy-free — it’s just how we cook.

inspired by a desire to provide quick, delicious, and healthy meals to the active community, we started out in our trusty herba trailer, bringing something fresh to the christchurch food-truck scene. a few years on, and we’re fully settled into our store at riverside market.

herba gourmet is dedicated to bringing balance back into our lives.

today, there are too many fad diets, too many quick meals, and too many phones at dinner. all these distractions can get in the way of a living in the moment.

life is busy and sometimes it’s hard to find balance. at herba, we walk the tightrope with confidence – serving just the right amount of nutrition, convenience, and pure eating pleasure.

alongside nourishment, herba serves meaningful conversations, inclusivity, genuine connection, and heartfelt smiles.

all our meals are gluten free. if you’re coeliac, lactose-intolerant, vegan, or just don’t like tomato, we won’t make a fuss, we’ll make your meal as you like it.

our place is a all about good food, meaningful connections, inclusivity, balance, and enjoyment.