Sarah Frizzell
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| Born | 1981 (age 44–45) |
| Alma mater | University of Edinburgh |
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| Organization | Lucky Taco |
Sarah Frizzell (born 1981) is a New Zealand-based entrepreneur, art director, and co‑founder of the Lucky Taco, a Mexican-inspired street food and retail brand celebrated for its colourful taco truck, award-winning Mexican products, and a published cookbook.[1]
Early life, education and career
Frizzell grew up in Prescot in the North West of England, moving to Edinburgh at 18 where she earned a first‑class B.A. (Hons) in Visual Communication from the University of Edinburgh. After graduating, she worked in Scotland and London's advertising and design industries as an art director and copywriter, including Saatchi & Saatchi, Leith (Edinburgh), The Bridge (Glasgow). In 2006 (age 24), Frizzell moved to New Zealand to work at DDB Auckland, and Colenso BBDO. [2] Her expertise in branding and visual storytelling later defined the Lucky Taco’s distinctive look and tone.
The Lucky Taco
In 2013, Frizzell and her husband Otis Frizzell founded the Lucky Taco after being inspired by California and Mexican food trucks during their honeymoon. They spent time in Mexico learning authentic techniques from chefs such as Lesley Téllez and Ruth Alegría.
The brand began as a food truck in Auckland and gained rapid popularity for its bold flavours and visual identity.[3]
In 2023, Frizzell and her husband authored The Lucky Taco Cookbook, published by Penguin Books. The book was a finalist for the Best Cookbook category at the 2024 Book Design Awards.[4]
In 2024, the business expanded into retail with a line of packaged products including taco kits, marinades, and salsas and condiments, following its win at the Foodstuffs Emerge Small Supplier Awards.[5]
Media and recognition
Frizzell and the Lucky Taco have been the subject of significant media coverage. Profiled by Stuff, Radio New Zealand, NZ Herald, M2 Woman, and Supermarket News. The Lucky Taco won the inaugural Outstanding Street Food category at the Lewisham Hospitality Awards in 2016, 2018 and 2021.[6]
In 2025, Frizzell was named among the Top 50 Most Influential & Inspiring Women in Food & Drink Aotearoa New Zealand.[7]
Personal life
Frizzell lives in Auckland with Otis Frizzell. The couple co-create their brand, combining design, food, and entrepreneurial spirit. She is also an advocate for mental health, creativity in business, and women’s empowerment.
References
- ↑ Frizzell, Sarah; Frizzell, Otis (2024). The Lucky Taco Cookbook. Penguin Books.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ↑ "Kitchen Confessional: cooking cult followed food truck". Stuff. 4 May 2025. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ "April 2025 Supermarket News – The Lucky Taco coverage". Supermarket News NZ. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ "The Lucky Taco Cookbook – finalist for Best Cookbook at Book Design Awards 2024". Book Design Awards. 2024. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ "Results announced for 2023 Inspire NZ Artisan Awards". Supermarket News NZ. 2023. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ "Foodies take a bow: Hospitality's best honoured at Lewisham Awards". NZ Herald. 30 May 2016. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ↑ "Aotearoa New Zealand's Top 50 Most Influential & Inspiring Women in Food & Drink 2025". Cuisine Magazine. 19 February 2025. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
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