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Festive Finds
Be sure to take advantage of what's on offer before our artisans leave for their holidays.
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Truffle Pig Gift CardRegular price From R 250.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Living Wreaths, by Earthbound Succulent DesignsRegular price From R 450.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Christmas Gift TagsRegular price R 40.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Domestic Uniforms by SilasRegular price From R 640.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Eco-Friendly Gift CardsRegular price R 295.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Simple Beaded Christmas TreeRegular price From R 600.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Christmas CardsRegular price R 75.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per- 
            
Advent Calendar Soy Candles | Hand PouredRegular price R 325.00 ZARRegular priceUnit price / per
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  Wood Forest FriendsAmazing quality animals, handmade from Obeche and Jalaton wood by a single Mom who is supporting her family using her amazing creative abilities. Limited stock available. Wood Forest FriendsAmazing quality animals, handmade from Obeche and Jalaton wood by a single Mom who is supporting her family using her amazing creative abilities. Limited stock available. 
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  Organic Smoothies and Juice KitsCurrently on Sale. Smoothie and Juice Kits delivered to your door. Made with organic fresh, fruits, vegetables and herbs. Vegan Friendly. Organic Smoothies and Juice KitsCurrently on Sale. Smoothie and Juice Kits delivered to your door. Made with organic fresh, fruits, vegetables and herbs. Vegan Friendly. 
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  Hessian Tote BagThe materials used to make the totes are upcycled plastic, and the upcycled hessian is from The Coffee Guy's coffee bags. On sale while stocks last. Hessian Tote BagThe materials used to make the totes are upcycled plastic, and the upcycled hessian is from The Coffee Guy's coffee bags. On sale while stocks last. 
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  Beautiful Grazing BoardsExquisitely crafted out of sustainably sourced woods in South Africa. On sale while stocks last. Beautiful Grazing BoardsExquisitely crafted out of sustainably sourced woods in South Africa. On sale while stocks last. 
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The local artisans, farmers and small business owners that form part of our living, breathing community, grow food and produce goods in traditional, natural ways. We deliver to your door.
Proudly South African.
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  Home & GardenIn a world where much of what we buy is made in... 
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  Farm to TableFresh produce and preserved fresh produce that has been sourced locally. Harvested... 
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  Special OccassionsCelebrate special occasions with handcrafted items from local South African Artisans. These... 
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  Truffle PigletsJoin the slow living movement by supporting local artisans who lovingly make... 
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  Seasonal FavouritesEvery season is magical in its own way. Find your reason for... 
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  Truffle Pig PetsLocally made products especially for Truffle Pig Pantry's furry followers. If you... 
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  Beauty & WellnessEmbrace the power of nature to enhance your natural beauty, and bring... 
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  Nkwe CeramicsHandmade Ceramic Artworks and Fine Crockery Discover the latest one-of-a-kind pieces, hot... 
 
     
    HELLO, I'M MARY-ROSE
I was born in Johannesburg and raised in the Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana. I was educated in the Western Cape, whereafter spending a few years in a KZN farming community, I moved back to Johannesburg where I live with my husband, Greg, and our daughter Elizabeth. A desire to uplift people led me to Behavioural Finance. But what really lights up my soul is wholesome food and nature, in the pursuit of creating and sourcing beautiful things. So I am over the moon to bring you Truffle Pig Pantry, an online platform for local artisans, founded in Feb 2022. We celebrate slow, purposeful, gentle living. Our aim is to provide direct contact between you and the origins of the food and goods you consume.
Artisans in our Communities
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  African Ceramics made locallyPurchasing a piece from Nkwe means you are helping a local, hardworking artist flourish in his or her profession. 60% of the proceeds go directly to the artist themselves. The... African Ceramics made locallyPurchasing a piece from Nkwe means you are helping a local, hardworking artist flourish in his or her profession. 60% of the proceeds go directly to the artist themselves. The... 
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  Bridging Educational InequalityWith every purchase of a Rise and Revive card from Truffle Pig Pantry , R2 is donated to LIV Village Cape Town; bridging educational inequality by empowering vulnerable children with... Bridging Educational InequalityWith every purchase of a Rise and Revive card from Truffle Pig Pantry , R2 is donated to LIV Village Cape Town; bridging educational inequality by empowering vulnerable children with... 
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  Empowering Mothers escaping abuseNaked Bakes believe in empowering mothers who have found themselves in undesirable situations after leaving abusive relationships, whose partners have left them to fend for themselves and their children alone.... Empowering Mothers escaping abuseNaked Bakes believe in empowering mothers who have found themselves in undesirable situations after leaving abusive relationships, whose partners have left them to fend for themselves and their children alone.... 
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  Mandela Day School Library ProjectThe director of the Southern Cape Tea Company, Alexander Behr, is in partnership with Nelson Mandela’s granddaughters and the Long Walk to Freedom Foundation. Together they launched Mandela Tea as an officially... Mandela Day School Library ProjectThe director of the Southern Cape Tea Company, Alexander Behr, is in partnership with Nelson Mandela’s granddaughters and the Long Walk to Freedom Foundation. Together they launched Mandela Tea as an officially... 
 
Meet our Artisans
A Family Journey Begins
When Nick and Brenda Wilkinson bought RIO LARGO in 2010, they weren’t just buying a farm, they were investing in a dream. The estate, lovingly developed by Carlos Raposo since 2003, became their canvas for something extraordinary. Located along the Breede River, RIO LARGO nurtures over 18 000 trees, grown with precision, irrigated on demand, and nourished with rich compost made on the farm. The annual cycle starts with blossoms in October and ends with harvests from February to July. All olives are handpicked and processed immediately to lock in freshness. Each Italian cultivar, Frantoio, Leccino, Coratino, and FS17 , is processed and stored individually under liquid nitrogen. Every order is packed on demand ensuring freshness in ever bottle. RIO LARGO oils have won acclaim across South Africa, the USA, Europe, and Japan.
 
Advent Calendar Soy Candles
Beautifully & individually packaged, scented for your home this festive season. Soy wax candles are nontoxic, sustainable and together with the wood wicks they offer a very long burning time and an amazing hot and cold fragrance throw. Soy wax is a vegetable wax and does not release any toxins into the air. If you're concerned about the indoor air quality of your home, soy wax candles are the best option. It's derived from soybeans, a natural, renewable resource, and burns clean, releasing less soot and fewer harmful chemicals than paraffin wax.
Comes in a gorgeous, reusable 250ml glass jar with lid. Hand poured by Noelene of Home Crew.
 
Meet our Artisans
Teaching our children about conservation
Kayleigh of Wild Kids Books SA is an author, graphic designer and conservationist who is a full time Mother of three, and also the founder of the Vulture Awareness Program in Zululand, whilst managing a game reserve in Mkuze. Homeschooling while living the bush life inspired the need for creative fun, engaging educational books for South African children. The love of nature is combined with learning and reading for children.
Her books are for sale in our Truffle Piglets category
Farm Stays across South Africa
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  Drakensberg Farm StayOaklands farm is a haven of integrity, where genuine and meaningful moments take center stage. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when booking with Oaklands... Drakensberg Farm StayOaklands farm is a haven of integrity, where genuine and meaningful moments take center stage. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when booking with Oaklands... 
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  Graaff-Reinet 4 SleeperThe ideal spot for a family of 4 to 5 guests or 2 couples. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when booking with Langfontein farm. Graaff-Reinet 4 SleeperThe ideal spot for a family of 4 to 5 guests or 2 couples. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when booking with Langfontein farm. 
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  Stanford Valley 6 SleeperSharing the peace that this farm has to offer. A regenerative, healing space for the weary. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when you make your booking... Stanford Valley 6 SleeperSharing the peace that this farm has to offer. A regenerative, healing space for the weary. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when you make your booking... 
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  Graaff-Reinet Stone CottageThe ideal breakaway for a couple and popular among honeymooners. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when you make your booking with Langfontein Farm. Graaff-Reinet Stone CottageThe ideal breakaway for a couple and popular among honeymooners. Use our Truffle Pig Farm Stay Code to receive 10% off when you make your booking with Langfontein Farm. 
 
    Fynbos Diffuser Gift Set
Noelene hand pours these natural soy candles with so much love. She is a working mom with a passion for her small business, Home Crew. Be sure to check out her bath salts, wax melts, fragrances and diffusers in our Wellness and Beauty, and our Home and Garden Categories.
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slow food and gut health
Your microbiome is important because it assists digestion, nutrient production, and immune system function. It also plays a key role in physical and mental health by influencing your metabolism, and sending messages to your nervous system. A healthy, balanced microbiome protects against disease, while an imbalance can contribute to issues like weight gain, high blood sugar, and inflammatory conditions. Each person’s microbiome is unique, so pay attention to how your body reacts to different foods. Strive for balance and variety, choosing a wide range of natural, minimally processed foods for optimal health.
Lactobacillus, found in yoghurts, sauerkraut, kefir, and sourdough, supports dopamine levels but can be reduced by regular salt. Our infused salts enhance flavor and provide extra vitamins. Fiber-rich foods like broccoli, blueberries, apples, dates, and lentils promote Bifidobacterium, essential for gut health. Tryptophan, important for serotonin, is present in apricots, potatoes, beans, seeds, nuts, fish, mozzarella, meat, and eggs. A diet low in protein, high in sugar or alcohol, or lacking vitamin B6 can reduce tryptophan’s effectiveness. Faecalibacterium prausnitzii thrives on nuts, kiwi, onions, bananas, garlic, and leeks, supporting gut health. Vitamin B6, destroyed by alcohol, is replenished by legumes, potatoes, tuna, and salmon; low B6 can cause symptoms from skin issues to mood changes. Enterococcus appears in cheese, raw milk, and fermented vegetables like olives. Polyphenols in berries, tea, coffee, cocoa, beans, spices, olives, red wine, nuts, seeds, olive oil, turmeric, and apples have anti-inflammatory benefits that may ease IBS and similar symptoms—avoid frying these foods to preserve their polyphenols.
The Mediterranean diet highlights foods that support well-being, while the Western diet, high in fat and sugar but low in fiber, can harm beneficial bacteria like Prevotella, which helps reduce bloating and inflammation and supports weight management. At Truffle Pig Pantry we believe in a balanced diet with an emphasis on variety and home grown or traditionally produced food, as far from the bulk manufactured process as possible.
 
              
 
              

 
              

 
              

 
              

 
              
 
              

 
              

 
              
             
              
             
              
             
              
             
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
              
             
              
             
              
             
              
             
              
             
              
             
              
            