The Hunter's Pantry

The Hunter’s Pantry is an independent food and kitchen shop in The Junction Village on Kenrick Street, bringing together pantry staples, cooking equipment, tableware and deli-style provisions. Its range is designed for people who enjoy cooking, whether they are experienced chefs, keen home cooks or simply looking for something interesting to add to the pantry. The shop also operates online, with a selection of its retail range available beyond the store.

Food is a major focus, with ingredients spanning oils and vinegars, seaweed, spices, pasta, sauces, condiments, chocolate, baking supplies and other specialty products. The store also carries coffee, fresh foods, cheese and charcuterie, making it a useful stop for stocking up as well as browsing for a particular cooking idea. Its kitchen collection includes cookware, knives and other practical tools, while the table range covers settings, textiles and serving ware. Food storage and fermentation pieces are also part of the offering.

The business began in 2005, when Leonie Greenhalgh-Young opened it as The Essential Ingredient Newcastle. It became The Hunter’s Pantry in 2022, reflecting its independent identity and stated focus on ethical, sustainable and traceable sourcing. In June 2025, the business moved to The Junction Village and refined its footprint around the brands and ranges it genuinely supports. The shop describes its approach as curated rather than trend-driven, with an emphasis on quality products, thoughtful kitchen essentials and ingredients worth cooking with.

People are central to the experience. The team is made up of knowledgeable, friendly cooks who enjoy talking about food, and the business also supplies restaurants and cafés across the Hunter. For Newcastle locals, it is a practical destination for hard-to-find ingredients, a new knife or pan, table pieces, cheese and pantry supplies, with staff on hand for conversation and guidance. It suits anyone who likes exploring food and cooking at their own pace, from a focused ingredient hunt to an unhurried browse through the shelves.