Makere, our ‘Budget Bestie’ is a proud Māori māmā, sharing the real side of whānau life - the chaos, the budgeting and the little joys in between.
She started creating content during a time when her family was really feeling pressures around the cost of living. What began with $100 grocery hauls, DIY school snacks and clever food hacks quickly grew into a thriving community of everyday parents who want to feel seen, supported and inspired to make life a little easier.
Food is at the heart of Makere’s world - her quick, colourful, and mouthwatering recipes show that eating well doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Whether it’s stretching a grocery shop, making kai the kids will actually eat, or bringing whānau together around the table, her approach is practical, creative and full of heart.
Makere’s honesty, warmth, and authenticity have made her a trusted voice for parents across Aotearoa, by reminding her audience that small steps and simple meals can make a big difference.
Makere, our ‘Budget Bestie’ is a proud Māori māmā, sharing the real side of whānau life - the chaos, the budgeting and the little joys in between.
She started creating content during a time when her family was really feeling pressures around the cost of living. What began with $100 grocery hauls, DIY school snacks and clever food hacks quickly grew into a thriving community of everyday parents who want to feel seen, supported and inspired to make life a little easier.
Food is at the heart of Makere’s world - her quick, colourful, and mouthwatering recipes show that eating well doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. Whether it’s stretching a grocery shop, making kai the kids will actually eat, or bringing whānau together around the table, her approach is practical, creative and full of heart.
Makere’s honesty, warmth, and authenticity have made her a trusted voice for parents across Aotearoa, by reminding her audience that small steps and simple meals can make a big difference.
