About Us

Kia ora,

We’re Courtney and Sammy, the owners of Basic Az Bakes.

I (Courtney aka “Admin Courts”) have had many passion projects since the birth of my second child, hoping to build a life where I and able to be there for school pickups and set my own schedule. Most of those projects fizzled out due to lack of time, money, and resources (starting a business isn't for the weak!). But once Basic Az Bakes grew from an idea into a community, it captured my whole heart, now BAB feels like another baby!

Sammy felt similar after having her first child. She wanted to stay home with bubs but also longed for something that was hers outside of being "mum." She missed feeding the masses (hospo background) but couldn't figure out how to do that while still being a stay at home mum. When I approached her about starting a business together, she never looked back. Now, as co-owner, Sammy is the main face, the baker, and the local delivery girl behind Basic Az Bakes.

We began Basic Az Bakes in 2023 with one goal: to turn passion into something bigger. We decided to mix business with gooood food, because what’s better than homemade treats that actually taste homemade? Nothing. 

Sammy’s brownies had always been a hit at gatherings (her plates were empty before anyone could blink), so we knew we had something special to share with the nation. But unexpectedly, we both fell in love with Basic Az Bakes for a reason we never predicted. It became more than just turning passion into a lifestyle, it became about building a community, spreading sweetness, and forming real connections with our amazing customers.

Our gift boxes are designed for celebrating life’s big and small moments, whether it’s a birthday, a thank you, or just a deserved treat. Giving back is also a priority for us. We donate to local fundraisers, set aside 5% of our earnings for Wellington Children's Hospital, and support other small businesses whenever we can.

At the end of the day, we’re just two mums who love good food, doing our best to be good people and we’re here to make sure you get that in every box.

Ngā mihi,
Courtney & Sammy 💕