About us
Our story
We are Bunga and Martijn, the founders of this Nona Vanilla. Our journey began in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, where we met and fell in love. Together, we share a great passion for cooking, baking and connecting with local farmers and communities. In 2019, we got married in Indonesia, after which our shared love for food and culture continued to grow.
COVID-19 forced us to relocate to The Netherlands. Our move to The Netherlands was a significant change for us, and one of the things we missed most was having the the worlds best spices, flavours and ingredients around. Our love for cooking and baking makes vanilla one of our favourite ingredients to use.
For someone who has grown up with the taste of Indonesian cuisine, it can be frustrating to have to adapt to the new flavours and ingredients in The Netherlands. Even when the same ingredients are available, the taste and quality can be different due to variations in soil, climate, and other factors. This can make it challenging to recreate recipes with the same authentic taste and flavour that one is used to.
Bunga, who is from Indonesia, understands the importance of using natural and authentic ingredients. Her creativity and attention to detail ensure that our vanilla is always top-notch. Martijn, who has been working in high-level restaurant kitchens for over 10 years, brings his culinairy expertise and passion to table.
As mentioned earlier, one of the challenges of moving to a new country is the difficulty of finding the same ingredients and flavours that one is used to from their home country. This was one of the main reasons why Bunga & Martijn started Nona Vanilla.
By providing high-quality, authentic Indonesian vanilla beans, we bring a taste of Indonesia to the Netherlands. Nona Vanilla wants to make it easier for you to access Indonesia’s finest vanilla beans.
Nona Vanilla is committed to supporting sustainable and fair trade practices. Thich aligns with the values of many Indonesians who are passionate about protecting the environment and supporting local communities. By working directly with local farmers and using eco-friendly production methods, Nona Vanilla helps to promote sustainability.
Our Indonesian Planifolia vanilla
Step into a world of endless possibilities. Explore our range of products, grown, nurtured, harvested and cured by our farmers to elevate your experience and leave you craving for more.
Get in touch
Mortelakker 5
5625 WD Eindhoven
Phone : + 31 6 27 55 25 59
Email : info@nonavanilla.com