Proper Crisps is a New Zealand crisp maker at 23 Echodale Place in Stoke, Nelson. The crisps are hand-cooked and gluten-free, with vegan-friendly options and house-made seasonings. The range includes slow-cooked thick-cut crisps, tortilla chips and vegetable crisps. The company says each bag is hand-graded and hand-sorted before it leaves, and that its crisps have won awards. Flavours mentioned by customers include Cider Vinegar, Dill Pickle, Rosemary & Thyme, Garden Medley, pineapple and jalapeño corn chips, and a low-salt purple and gold pack. The website also has recipes that use the crisps, such as crispy beef quesadillas with pickles and hot honey.
Customers praise the taste and crunch, the use of real ingredients, and the fact that the crisps are made in New Zealand. Several say the Dill Pickle and Cider Vinegar flavours are their favourites, and one says the bags are hard to stop at one. Some say the batches are fresh and full of flavour. One customer said they would not buy any other crisps again. The company also has a "House Blend" idea for hosting friends, with snacks, drinks and a menu suggested. Our pick in Stoke for a New Zealand-made snack that is easy to share.