2026 Sydney 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.
Uncle Tsai is dedicated to delivering premium condiments that blend the rich heritage of Taiwanese and Chinese culinary traditions with a contemporary flair. The brand is inspired by the multicultural backgrounds of its founders, who are first-generation immigrants in Canada. Uncle Tsai’s mission is to foster diversity and openness by sharing authentic flavours, encouraging everyone to add a piece of this vibrant culture to their pantry—no matter what cuisine they enjoy. Uncle Tsai reimagines traditional Taiwanese flavours, drawing deeply from the family kitchen memories of Chef Jack Tsai. Chef Tsai’s journey includes cooking alongside family, immigrating to Canada, and honing his craft in Michelin-starred kitchens worldwide, as well as hatted restaurants in Australia. Uncle Tsai bottles these culinary experiences into flavourful, accessible condiments, making them available to all.
We are Sporadical City Mushrooms. A female led Melbourne mushroom farm started in 2018 in a tiny inner-city rental, with a big dream to grow tasty, sustainable mushrooms for our community. Now we grow year-round in repurposed shipping containers by Darebin Creek in Alphington. Our modular urban farm let us produce heaps of gourmet mushrooms zero waste & chemical free, in small, under-utilised urban spaces. Our business has blossomed thanks to creative collabs with local chefs, food businesses and ecologists. Together we’ve cooked up an insanely delicious range of products that reduce waste, taste amazing, and even rescue surplus produce from fellow growers.
Noosa Black Garlic is Australia's number 1 and most awarded black garlic producer based on the pristine Sunshine Coast. Using organically grown local elephant garlic, each bulb is slow-aged to unlock deep, complex umami flavours, earning Noosa Black Garlic its reputation as “The Truffle of the Garlic World.” The result is a luxurious range of small-batch gourmet products, from signature Cloves and Caramelised Paste to infused oils, honey and condiments, all designed to elevate everyday and special-occasion cooking. Family-owned and proudly Australian, Noosa Black Garlic blends culinary excellence, provenance and sustainability into every jar, delivering a truly distinctive artisan food experience.
Subtle Tea is a Melbourne-born vodka iced tea brand, crafted with 100% real ingredients, no sugar, and no preservatives. They believe in better drinking - clean, refreshing, and made for those who want to enjoy a social drink without the nasties. Each batch is cold-brewed with real loose-leaf tea and fresh fruit, delivering a crisp, natural taste. Built on a love for wellness and good times, Subtle Tea has quickly gained a loyal following. Connecting with their community through tastings, events, and markets, bringing a fun and inclusive vibe wherever we go.
The Fermentalists began in 2017 as a small passion project supplying a single product to local cafés and farmers markets, and has since grown into a beloved brand of fermented hot sauces, salts, condiments, and rubs. Today, it supplies top restaurants and artisan grocers nationwide while collaborating with leading chefs and hospitality groups, all grounded in a commitment to local farmers and premium, integrity-driven ingredients. Unapologetically handcrafted from the start, the brand remains dedicated to small-batch production and unwavering quality.
SUP Foods is an Asian-Australian, founder-led brand that brings farm-fresh flavour back to busy lives through freeze-dried soup cubes made with real vegetables, clean ingredients, and nostalgic, home-style flavours. Founded from a family greenhouse in Vietnam, the company has grown from a small, bootstrapped food-waste project into a community-driven mission that delivers authentic Asian comfort in minutes while giving back through meal donations. It offers convenience without compromise — no chopping, no cooking, just heartfelt flavour from farm to bowl.
JUCA offers a premium range of baby food pouches crafted with high-quality ingredients and savoury flavour combinations by a Michelin-starred chef. With a passion for flavour, each recipe is carefully designed to spark a love for healthy eating from the very first bite. JUCA believes nourishment should delight the senses, turning every meal into a joyful experience. Thoughtfully created, the meals introduce little ones to a vibrant world of taste, laying the foundation for enjoying nutritious food. JUCA’s mission is to inspire a lifelong appreciation for wholesome, gourmet cuisine that is as exciting as it is nourishing.
Vannella Cheese is a 100% family-owned and operated cheese producer with roots in Puglia, Italy. Head cheesemaker Vito Minoia has been making cheese for over 50 years alongside his son Giuseppe and granddaughter Martina. With three generations of family members in the factory, Vannella Cheese are committed to producing authentic cheeses like creamy burrata and juicy buffalo mozzarella, using fresh, Australian grass-fed cow and buffalo milk.
Offering the best of both worlds, Coal River Farm delights with sweet and savory options lovingly made in Tasmania. All their award winning small-batch artisan chocolate & cheeses are hand-crafted by some of Tasmania's most talented chocolatiers and cheese-makers, infused with decades of passion and experience.
For almost 50 years, Wine Selectors has been operating to provide wine lovers with a wide range of premium-quality Australian wines delivered directly to people's doors. Hand-picked from over 500 boutique and big-name producers, they provide the best in Australian wine. More than a case of wine, it’s a chance to explore new favourites, flavours, regions, varietals and wineries, along with great benefits.
Tar & Roses has been dedicated to creating unique, Australian expressions of Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Tempranillo & Nebbiolo alongside the more traditional Shiraz & Riesling. Inspired by the Mediterranean. Uniquely Australian.
Sakeatelier showcase some of the finest sake offerings from local breweries across various regions of Japan. Their focus is on regionality, featuring sake brewed with locally grown rice and water sourced from the surrounding area. Every bottle is crafted by master brewers whose long-standing traditions and skills create sake meant to be enjoyed, sip after sip.
The 3 Bees is Australia’s premier raw honey producer, offering an extensive range of single-origin raw honeys as well as 4–6+ active varieties. All of the company’s honeys are presented in 100% reusable and recyclable glass jars
Made in Melbourne’s inner north using 100% Australian Mallee-grown rye, The Gospel Whiskey is a story of passion, craft, and conviction. Every bottle of their whiskey reflects a commitment to integrity, creativity, and tradition. Guided by truth and driven by community.
Mischief Brew is an Adelaide-based beverage company creating bold, flavour-forward drinks with a rebellious edge. They're products are crafted from scratch using real ingredients - no shortcuts, no fake stuff. From natural sodas to non-alcoholic mixers, everything they make is brewed with intention and packed with personality. Founded by a crew of curious makers, Mischief Brew exists to shake up the drinks fridge with something genuinely different.
Soka Pantry Co is a Sydney-based, small-batch condiment brand founded by Sophia and Kaan, inspired by their Korean and Turkish heritage. The brand crafts premium chilli oils, hot honey, dukkah, and specialty salts using only extra virgin olive oil and no additives. Each jar is handmade, packed with bold, authentic flavours, and presented in sustainable packaging. Featured in Gourmet Traveller’s top five chilli oils, Soka Pantry Co is dedicated to quality, community, and bringing clean, delicious pantry essentials with a global twist to health-conscious food lovers.
Founded in late 2022 in Melbourne, Cahola has quickly expanded across Australia as an importer of quality Hong Kong and Asian food products. Partnering with trusted brands, Cahola focuses on delivering authentic flavours and familiar tastes to local communities. Proud to share the foods they grew up with, Cahola makes it easier for people in Australia to enjoy a true taste of Asia.
Ciel Wines offers a premium selection of red and white wines sourced from South Australia’s most renowned wine regions, including the Barossa Valley, the Eden Valley, and the Adelaide Hills. With more than a dozen wines in its portfolio, Ciel Wines is committed to showcasing the quality and character of South Australia’s winemaking heritage through every bottle.
Born in Torquay on the Surf Coast, Coast n Smoke is the brainchild of flavour loving duo Claire and Troy. Inspired by the epic surf breaks and laid-back lifestyle of the Great Ocean Rd, we craft BBQ rubs and seasonings that pack a punch and bring the good vibes to every meal.
Continental Taralli Biscuits is a South Australian family-owned business of more than 50 years, crafting gourmet Mediterranean crackers and artisan biscuits stocked in over 1,000 locations nationwide. Their baked, never-fried products are made with high-quality, natural ingredients and no artificial additives, delivering flavour, freshness and guilt-free enjoyment in every bite.
Exotic Bazaar was founded by Gilava, inspired by her Iranian roots and a passion for bold, vibrant flavours. After moving to Australia, she saw the need for easy, exciting ways to bring global cuisines into everyday cooking. Today, Exotic Bazaar offers 30-minute meal bases, fragrant spice blends, and indulgent baking kits that make authentic Middle Eastern tastes accessible in any kitchen. Gilava believes cooking should be joyful, simple, and a little adventurous - turning ordinary meals into flavourful journeys worth sharing.
Forage Supply Co., founded by childhood friends Scott Rogasch and Justin Westhoff in Barossa Valley, South Australia, produces organic, minimal‑intervention wines. Best known for their Spliced Riesling, bursting with lime, green apple and saline notes and the Baby Face Field Blend (Grenache, Carignan, Montepulciano), which is both beautifully cheeky and fruity.
Imbue Distillery was founded by two couples - Mel and Mick, Nikki and Luke - bringing over 60 years of combined experience across Melbourne’s bakeries, catering, and hatted restaurants. The distillery crafts spirits rich in flavour and story, carefully sourcing a mix of locally abundant botanicals alongside obscure and exotic ingredients to create both new and nostalgic experiences. With every sip, Imbue Distillery invites drinkers to awaken memories, savour the present, and write the stories of the future.
Founded in 2013 by food lover Justin Arnoux, Drunken Sailor grew from a boozy dinner among friends into a brand celebrated for bold, inventive flavours. Guided by the principle “made good, tastes good,” the company crafts jams, relishes, and mustards using only premium ingredients- nothing unnecessary, just honest, high-quality creations.
Mama Melisse manufactures and produces multi-award-winning hot sauces and mustards - made from a 100+ year old Sri Lankan family recipe. Her sauces have been awarded the Australian sauce of the year and Australia's best hot sauce at the 2024 Australian BBQ Awards at Meatstock.
Lana's Garden celebrates the incredible versatility of rhubarb just for you. Founded by Lana—affectionately known as the 'Rhubarb Lady' of South-West Victoria—they handcraft every jar of all-natural, vegan, and gluten-free preserves and condiments with care. With nine unique offerings, they're here to help you elevate your everyday cooking with the magic of rhubarb.
Real Mexican food is La Tortillería's passion. Their nixtamal corn tortillas & totopos (tortilla chips) celebrate the traditions of Mexican cuisine and taste like real food from the villages of Mexico. They've perfected their artisan recipes and traditional tortilla-making process with the help of the co-founders, 4th generation nixtamal tortilla-makers and a passionate team.
Jimoto products are made in Sydney, marrying artisanal Japanese and local Australian ingredients.
HUM HONEY is 100% Australian Owned and Operated family business, proudly producing pure, raw, and never heated 100% Australian Honey, Honeycomb and Beeswax Products; sustainably harvested using organic, natural beekeeping methods. HUM HONEY celebrate the amazing changing flavours of the pristine South East Queensland region from biodiverse hardwood timber forests to riparian rainforest apiary locations.
Inspired by Sri Lankan flavours and spices, Gini Maya Chilli Oil packs a magical fiery punch perfect on anything needing a spicy kick. Small batch handmade in Melbourne, with as many local ingredients as possible.

