Niva and Yotam Kay are the internationally bestselling authors of The Abundant Garden and The Abundant Kitchen . Based on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula of New Zealand, they are the founders of Pakaraka Permaculture, a thriving organic market garden and education center dedicated to regenerative living, permaculture design, and sustainable food production. Through their hands-on workshops, online courses, and books, Niva and Yotam have inspired thousands of home gardeners and food lovers around the world to grow their own food, live more sustainably, and reconnect with nature. Their approach blends traditional wisdom with modern ecological practices, helping people create abundant, resilient gardens and kitchens that nourish both body and planet. At Pakaraka Permaculture, they cultivate a wide variety of seasonal vegetables, fruits, herbs, and fermented foods, demonstrating how small-scale, organic systems can produce incredible yields while restoring the health of soil and community. Their work has made them leading voices in the fields of permaculture, regenerative agriculture, fermentation, and sustainable living. Whether teaching the art of home fermentation, preserving seasonal produce, or designing productive permaculture gardens, Niva and Yotam share their deep respect for the natural world and a belief that abundance begins with working in harmony with the earth.