Eat To Live Buckwheat Cake Original 200g
Two ingredients. The classic. Organic buckwheat and sea salt - the original Eat to Live recipe, and still the most versatile in the range.
Eat to Live Buckwheat Cakes Original are the foundation of the range: 99% organic buckwheat, 1% sea salt, and nothing else. The sea salt is the only addition to the plain buckwheat, sharpening the naturally toasty, nutty flavour of the grain and making these the most straightforward and adaptable of the four Eat to Live variants. No seeds, no herbs, no seasonings beyond salt - just buckwheat, ready for whatever you put on top.
The flavour is genuinely different from rice cakes. Rice cakes are largely neutral - a vehicle for toppings and not much else. Buckwheat has a real character: earthy, nutty, faintly sweet, with a warmth that comes from the natural processing of the grain. That flavour pairs with both sweet and savoury toppings without competing with either.
Buckwheat is not a grain and not related to wheat - it's the seed of a flowering plant, naturally gluten free and tested as such. Made in a dedicated gluten-free facility in South Murwillumbah, NSW. Gluten not detected.
A useful tip from the brand: if the cakes lose their crispiness over time, warm two cakes for 20 seconds in the microwave or briefly in a toaster to bring back the crunch.
Why people love them
- Two ingredients only: organic buckwheat (99%) and sea salt (1%)
- Rich, toasty, nutty flavour - genuinely different from rice cakes
- Works with both sweet and savoury toppings without competing with either
- The most versatile variant in the Eat to Live range - suits any topping
- Naturally gluten free (buckwheat is not a grain) - gluten not detected on testing
- Produced in a dedicated gluten-free facility
- Grain free
- Vegan, dairy free, egg free
- Non-GMO, 100% natural, no artificial additives
- 56 cakes in two separately sealed stacks - keeps the second half fresh
- Approximately 14 serves of 4 cakes per pack
- Made in South Murwillumbah, NSW - less than an hour from Byron Bay
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, reseal the pack or transfer to an airtight container. The two-stack format keeps the second half sealed until needed. If cakes soften, warm briefly in a microwave or toaster to restore crunch.
Ingredients
Organic Buckwheat (99%), Sea Salt (1%).
Gluten free (gluten not detected). Grain free. Vegan. Dairy free. Egg free. Non-GMO. No artificial additives.
May contain traces of tree nuts, sesame, and soy.
Country of origin: Made in Australia (South Murwillumbah, NSW).
Also in the Eat to Live range at Santos
- Buckwheat Cakes Original (this product): two ingredients, the classic everyday version
- Buckwheat Cakes No Added Salt 220g: one ingredient, no salt - for sodium-controlled diets and children's lunchboxes
- Buckwheat Cakes with Plant Omegas 220g: organic buckwheat with chia, flax, and hemp seeds
- Buckwheat Cakes with Hemp 220g: hemp seeds and oregano for a savoury finish
About Eat to Live
Eat to Live is a small Northern Rivers food producer based in South Murwillumbah, NSW, founded by Diana, an artisan baker and personal trainer with a passion for making products that support healthy, convenient eating. Previously manufactured in Ukraine, Diana took the significant step of setting up her own dedicated manufacturing facility in Northern NSW after the war disrupted supply - ensuring the product remained Australian-made and the quality stayed exactly where she wanted it. All products are made with minimal ingredients, no artificial additives, and tested gluten free in a dedicated gluten-free facility.
Why Santos Organics
Santos has been the Northern Rivers' organic food shop since 1978. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, supporting local producers like Eat to Live, and the Grow the Growers project. We stock Eat to Live because a two-ingredient, gluten free, locally made buckwheat cake from a Northern Rivers producer who built her own factory to keep it Australian-made is exactly what our shelves are for.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
