If you're in the mood for a cookie that's a little bit different, you might want to check out Oogi Artisan Cookies in Point Chevalier, Auckland. Run by Shiri, a self-described one-woman team, Oogi is dedicated to creating delicious, high-end, and unique cookies.
Shiri, originally from Israel, combines traditional kiwi flavours with some inspired by her Israeli roots like her Ma'Amul. "I try to incorporate some cookies from Israel, just to keep things interesting and as a point of difference" she shares. "And then also more traditional cookies like chocolate chip. And then just cookies which my kids like, which I'm hoping, if my kids like them, everybody likes them."
Oogi is a one-woman operation, handling every aspect of the business herself, from baking to marketing to the inevitable cleaning up, though her family is more than happy to help with the taste testing! Though Shiri mainly operates the business out of her home, you will also find her at a range of different markets all over Auckland. You can keep up to date with what markets she’ll be at by following her on Instagram. She has big dreams for the future, hoping to one day open her own shop.
Shiri’s path to baking wasn’t always clear, but it feels like a natural progression. Years ago, after her middle son was born, she started her own catering business to allow her more flexibility and time with her family. “I was working really long hours, and then he was tiny, and I thought, I just can’t be with him enough time," Shiri recalls. Baking has been part of her life ever since, and now that her children are older, she’s found the time to fully embrace her passion once again.
When it comes to sustainability, Shiri’s dedication goes beyond just baking. “It’s really, really important to me, not just with Oogi, but in general,” she says. From the start, she’s made sustainability a priority in everything she does. One key partner in this effort is Foodprint, which helps her minimise her waste. "Foodprint has been a huge help," Shiri says, "it’s literally a win-win for everybody – for the customer, for you guys, for me because I’m not just wasting leftover cookies. It's great for the environment"
Shiri loves that Foodprint makes it easy for her to offer leftover cookies to new and existing customers, cutting down on waste while making some extra cash. "It's really easy," she says. "If I've got leftovers, I just put them on the app, and then people can come whenever they want. It's user-friendly, and it's a good way to make a little bit of extra money."
Oogi Artisan Cookies is just getting started, but with Shiri's passion, commitment to sustainability, and dedication to creating truly delicious cookies. We were lucky enough to taste some of Oogi’s tasty cookies recently and we couldn’t get enough of them. Make sure you favourite Oogi Artisan Cookies on the app so you can try some of these unique cookies for yourself!
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