Zest Gourmet Foods

Originally established in 1997, Pioneer Foods is now the second largest listed FMCG Company in South Africa, producing and distributing a broad range of branded foods and beverages. In 2008 we were listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) . Mainly operating in SA, we provide wholesale, retail and informal trade customers with wholesome, hig h quality products. As well as export our goods to more than 60 countries around the globe. With our people-come-first approach to everything we do and commitment to excellence, our range of products has grown to include some of the most beloved brands, such as WEET-BIX, Liqui-Fruit, Ceres, SASKO, Safari, Spekko and White Star Super Maize Meal. Today, we have three main divisions: Essential Foods, home to our wheat and maize products, pasta, rice, beans and other dried vegetables, plus a large bakery. Groceries, where we produce breakfast cereals, rusks, cake mixes, baking aids, dried fruit products, nuts, sweet and savoury spreads...

Spekko Rice markets 5 rice variants of excellent quality. All of these have been selected from the largest and most reputable rice growers in the world. Each Spekko Rice variant is from a single source to ensure premium quality. All rice is screened and subject to strict quality testing. Spekko Rice is economical, extremely versatile and very easy to prepare. It is recommended for everything from small home dinners to large catering events. All of our rice is also approved by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and can be used as part of a healthy diet. Three of the variants carry the official Low GI rating. Spekko is also naturally suitable for strict vegetarians.