2026 Melbourne Tastemaker Lineup
The Little Food Market brings together over 200 of Australia’s top tastemakers for one flavour-packed weekend. Discover new favourites, sample bold creations, and shop directly from the country’s most exciting producers - all in one place.
The perfect gift is more than just what's inside the box — it's the thought, care, and joy it brings to someone's day.
Born from a love of beautiful gifting, they thoughtfully curate hampers and gift baskets that feel truly special. Each basket is thoughtfully put together with handpicked products from trusted local and artisan makers. From indulgent treats and premium wines to pampering essentials and keepsakes, every detail is chosen to delight. Whether it's a heartfelt thank you, a birthday surprise, or simply a little something “just because,” they're baskets are designed to celebrate life's moments moments big or small.
Curator Wine CO is a family-owned and operated Barossa Valley wine producer located in Marananga, deep in the heart of the Barossa's renowned Western Ridge. Working with very old vine Shiraz, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon, they're fruit is hand-harvested, traditionally fermented and basket pressed before maturation exclusively in French oak. Combining time-honoured winemaking techniques with a minimalist philosophy to craft vegan-friendly wines without fining or filtration, allowing each vineyard to express its unique personality.
By embracing sustainable farming practices with minimal cultivation and no herbicides or pesticides, they aim to foster healthy soils and a thriving natural environment for future generations.
Satisfy your cravings with classic Italian street food. Think crispy Pizza Baciata by the slice, paired with their famous D.O.C tiramisu for a sweet finish and refreshing Italian soft drinks.
Clean water is essential, yet finding the right filtration system has often been overwhelming — too expensive, too complicated, or not sustainable.
For Andrew Kelly, founder of CARA Water, this wasn’t just a challenge — it became his quest. Drawing on decades of experience in health and wellness, Andrew saw a need for water systems that combined affordability, quality, and simplicity without compromising on style.
CARA Water was born to fill that gap: products designed to make hydration effortless while reducing environmental impact.
Hoffmann Family Vineyards is a family-owned vineyard and winery based in Ebenezer in the North Barossa. With more than 150 years of family connection to the region, sixth-generation vigneron Adrian Hoffmann launched the Hoffmann Family Vineyards wine label in 2023 after decades growing premium fruit for many of the Barossa’s leading winemakers. Today, they produce small-batch, vineyard-driven wines from their own sites, including old-vine Shiraz, Grenache, Carignan and other Barossa varieties. Their focus is simple: quality wines that reflect the vineyards, people and history behind them.
The Whole Pot is a family-run business creating healthy, economical dry-food meal kits. Founded in a garage in Coolangatta, the business enjoyed five successful years in Hobart before relocating to Rosebud. Today, the founder works alongside her daughter Kim, the Marketing Director, and her 11-year-old twin granddaughters, who help with labelling and manufacturing. Together, they’re bringing delicious, wholesome and convenient meals to families everywhere.
Not a chip. Not popcorn. Something delightfully odd.
ViBERi offers organic blackcurrant products naturally rich in vitamin C and antioxidants to support wellbeing. Explore their collection of powders, freeze-dried berries, and chocolate ranges, all whilst sampling smoothies, and organic treats.
Baba’s Deli was founded by Max, affectionately known as “Baba” to his three children. Inspired by his love of food, family and hospitality, Max created a welcoming neighbourhood deli built around good food, good vibes and genuine hospitality.
From freshly baked bread made in-house daily to carefully prepared deli favourites, Baba’s Deli has become a much-loved part of the local community, bringing people together over food that feels like home.
Superlupo is a neighbourhood bakery and pasta kitchen built on a simple belief: good wheat deserves respect. Everything is made properly and with care, from fresh daily bread and handmade pasta to carefully crafted pastries.
Rooted in tradition but always open to something new, Superlupo celebrates quality ingredients, time-honoured techniques and the joy of sharing good food with the neighbourhood.
Pinto Tiramisu is an artisan tiramisu brand, making tiramisu from scratch with in-house savoiardi and mascarpone.
Fabio Soda is an Italian-style soft drink brand made in Melbourne, Australia. They craft three citrus sodas the Italian way: less fizz, real sugar, a hint of bitterness, and designed to pair with food—especially Italian street food like pizza and panini.
Italian soul. Australian-made. Real good.
L'atelier Gourmet Food produces french charcuterie such as pâtés, terrines, rillettes, and condiments. Their products are made from the highest quality Australian ingredients.
Sunny Times produces seasonal raw honey that tastes like somewhere real. From our small, bee led apiary in the Tweed Valley, Northern NSW. It's unprocessed and unrepeatable.
Established in 2022, Young Tree Wines are a boutique producer crafting small batch wines with character, balance and a clear sense of style. The fruit is sourced from select Victorian vineyards who share the company's commitment to thoughtful, minimal intervention winemaking.
Situated on a picturesque 40-acre property in the Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia, Cut Hill Wall Distillery blends old-world techniques and modern concepts to craft premium spirits including single malt whiskies, gin, vodka, liqueurs and bottled cocktails.
Tomfoolery Wines are a progressive wine company crafting a new style of wines using natural and classic wine making techniques. Their philosophy is centered around working with their own carefully selected vineyards to present correct and complex varietal characters throughout their range of wines.
Garlicious Grown is Australia’s premier black garlic producer, based in Braidwood, NSW, where cold winters help create exceptional garlic. Their black garlic is rich, gooey, and packed with umami, offering versatility across dishes—from cheese and biscuits to even ice cream.
Batch churned in the Yarra Valley, Madeleine draws inspiration from historic and contemporary butter making techniques, as well as the very best artisan butters of France. Their butters are crafted with the utmost care and are designed to enhance every meal, whether as an ingredient or an accompaniment. Madeleine hopes that this simple household staple can turn ordinary moments into something special.
Ouhh Dats Nice are producers of Australia’s first ever “Finger Lime bitters” (apparently). Their product is uniquely Australian. If you thought lemon lime and bitters couldn’t get any better, well, think again. It’s all natural, low sugar non-alcoholic and great to drink, any time of day.
Pasta hasn't changed in decades.
It's become stale and uninspired, featuring the same old aesthetics, lacking unique flavours and wrapped in boring jars with stories about the old country.
So two mates, Grga & Locky decided to change that.
They wanted more. More flavours, more variety, more for the next generation, and something a little cheeky and inauthentic.
They stole Nonna's recipe and spiced it up to create modern pasta sauce with an edge. They raided the liquor cabinet, searched for unique ingredients from all over the globe and mixed them with the classics. And Sorry Nonna was born: modern sauces for modern palates.
Lloyd and Sarah are two Victorians who chased their dream and left Melbourne to move to the Barossa Valley, a region they'd loved for years. Genista is small-batch and hands-on, crafting wines from fruit they grow themselves from two vineyard blocks of Shiraz and survivor-vine Grenache. Lloyd and Sarah's wines are expressive, approachable, and made in the style they enjoy drinking. Every bottle reflects the place, the process, and the people (and animals!) behind it.
Kiwi Artisan is a proudly New Zealand-made company based in Mount Maunganui, crafting small-batch gourmet products inspired by local ingredients. From truffle-infused olive oils to manuka wood-smoked olives and spicy chilli seasonings, every product is packed with bold flavour and made with care.
Kiwi Artisan brings together New Zealand's finest small batch artisan food and gourmet gifts in one place. From premium truffle oils and seasonings to infused olives, gourmet nuts, and handcrafted gift boxes, every product is carefully selected for exceptional quality and flavour. Proudly supporting local producers, Kiwi Artisan connects food lovers with authentic, locally made products that are perfect for entertaining, gifting, and everyday indulgence.
Kiwi Artisan is a proudly New Zealand-made company based in Mount Maunganui, crafting small-batch gourmet products inspired by local ingredients. From truffle-infused olive oils to manuka wood-smoked olives and spicy chilli seasonings, every product is packed with bold flavour and made with care.
Best of the Bone is an Australian-made wellness brand that specialises in nutrient-dense bone broths, collagen products and organ-based supplements. They emphasise using 100% grass-fed and finished beef bones from Australia and New Zealand, slow-cooked to extract rich collagen, amino acids, marrow and naturally occurring minerals.
Chocolate in a Bottle is a truly unique luxury sparkling wine experience that combines the elegance of a premium French Blanc de Blancs with the indulgent essence of dark Belgian chocolate.
Originally launched in France in 2012, this innovative sparkling wine is crystal clear like Champagne, yet surprises the senses with a delicate chocolate aroma.
Whether enjoyed as an aperitif, paired with desserts, or a charcuterie board shared with friends, or gifted to someone special, Chocolate in a Bottle is a conversation starter that delivers an unforgettable sensory experience.
Sip Differently. Celebrate Memorably.
Meli Honey is a premium honey brand bringing exceptional, award-winning Greek honey to Australian and international markets. Their signature range includes distinctive Pine Honey, along with carefully selected Conifer Blossom, Cotton and Sunflower varieties. Sourced from Greece’s renowned beekeeping regions, their honeys celebrate unique floral origins, natural flavour profiles and exceptional quality. Meli Honey combines authentic provenance with premium presentation, offering consumers a distinctive alternative to conventional honey. Their products have received international recognition, including awards in London, Paris and Dubai, reflecting their commitment to quality and taste.
Dalia’s Pantry is an Australian food brand born in Bondi Beach, creating premium, all-natural harissa made with extra virgin olive oil. Their range includes Original, Smoky Chipotle and Truffle Harissa, with no preservatives or artificial ingredients. They created the world’s first Truffle Harissa and Smoky Chipotle Harissa, bringing a modern twist to this traditional North African condiment. Their mission is to inspire cooking across different cultures and cuisines, showing just how versatile harissa can be.
Think4Earth sells eco-friendly products, specialising in resulable bread bags made out of recycled platic water bottles.

