Nutty D'Lites makes caramelised nuts by hand in Nelson, and it has been doing so since 2003. The nuts are roasted and coated in small batches, in copper pots, and the flavours include cashews, hazelnuts, almonds, sea salt, cinnamon, gingerbread and a Super Hot Chilli almond for those who like heat. The business says its products have won awards, including a triple bronze at the 2025 Inspire+ NZ Artisan Awards and medals at the Outstanding Food Producer Awards. The shop is at 123 Bridge Street in Hira, Nelson, and it sells at the Nelson Market, which runs every Saturday from 8am.
Customers who have written about the nuts praise the cashews and say they make a good gift to take from Nelson. One asked whether the nuts could be ordered online and sent to Auckland, and the website offers online orders with free shipping across New Zealand on orders over $85. The nuts are sold as a snack for parties, gifts and everyday treats. For someone who wants a taste of Nelson's food scene to take home, the handmade range from a Nelson kitchen is the practical reason to try them.