The Little Food Market brings together over 150 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.
2026 Sydney Tastemaker Lineup
Award-winning wine producer with their cellar door situated just an hour from Melbourne on the idyllic Mornington Peninsula. Producing wines that have elegance, regional character, classic style and are synonymous with the very best wines from Australia’s very best cool climate wine regions.
Sapori D'Amalfi began with a dream to capture the essence of Italy’s rich culture and vibrant flavours and bring this authenticity down under. After co-founders Patrick and Stephanie returned from an Italian holiday they were inspired to bring a piece of the Amalfi Coast to Australian shores. What started with a simple family Limoncello recipe has grown into a range of the finest Italian liqueurs and beverages. With Quality and authenticity as the cornerstone of the brand, each product is handmade from Australian ingredients and traditional methods and techniques, which creates an unparalleled taste that can’t be replicated. All ingredients are Australian grown, and all dry materials are sourced from Australian businesses. With each beverage handmade and bottled in Melbourne. Sapori D’Amalfi translates to a taste of Amalfi, which is exactly what you will experience with every sip.
Big Bite Studios is a Melbourne based design practice led by creative Seo Murphy, working across illustration, ceramics and textiles. The practice centres on playful, nostalgia led design and slow, ethical making. From tactile, handmade ceramics and food inspired illustrations to colourful textiles and considered homewares, each piece is created to enhance everyday rituals around food and gathering. Colour and play sit at the core of the studio’s dopamine décor aesthetic, using bold palettes and nostalgic references to add a sensory dimension and bring a curious, childlike energy back to the table. Alongside her studio practice, Seo hosts hands on creative workshops, celebrating shared making, food and community.
Pasta has lost its sauce… and Sorry Nonna are here to change that. Much like their Nan’s living room, pasta sauce hasn’t changed much since the ’80s. It’s become stale and uninspired, with the same old aesthetics, lacking unique flavours and wrapped in boring plastic with stories about the old country. Until Lachlan and Grga stole Nonna’s recipe, spiced it, and created modern pasta sauces with a bit of edge. They’re pushing flavours by raiding the liquor cabinet, fusing unique ingredients from around the world, and mixing them with the classics - all while refusing to take themselves too seriously. Their signature Gochujang Arrabbiata and zesty Limoncello Marinara are just the beginning.
CRAYV is a Sydney-based plant-based sports nutrition brand dedicated to creating clean, delicious fuel for active lifestyles. CRAYV produces protein powders and wholefood energy bars crafted from organic, Australian-made ingredients, always free from fillers and artificial additives. Founded by a health-conscious family, CRAYV was born from a desire to move beyond bland, synthetic options in the nutrition space. Its products are designed for those who care about what they consume, seeking both performance and flavour. Every blend and bar delivers natural energy, peak nourishment, and plant-powered goodness, proving that healthy can be both powerful and seriously satisfying.
Morella Grove produces and 100% Australian extra virgin olive oil, gourmet chilli crunch, small-batch relishes, caramelised balsamic drizzles, and artisan jams. All of their products are made in the Riverina using local ingredients and crafted in small batches for maximum flavour and quality.
Bynomeans is a boutique range of non-alcoholic botanical drinks, hand-crafted in Potts Point by founder Tim Grimes. Each bottle weaves a story of classic wine varieties through layered flavours and textures that harmonise with food, creating a special moment worthy of any celebration.
Mat’s Hot Shop is an independent Australian hot sauce brand based in Melbourne. Founded in 2019, the focus is simple. Make bold, balanced sauces that people actually use every day. Every sauce is developed in-house. Just original recipes made for real food. The range spans everyday table sauces, limited releases, and collaborations with like-minded brands. Small batches. Clean ingredients. Built to pair with breakfast, BBQ, and everything in between. If you care about flavour first and heat second, you’re in the right place.
Supermaté is pumped with the naturally potent powers of Yerba Maté bouncing around with a million bubbles. Each can is a celebration of the distinct earthy flavour of Yerba Maté tea, enhanced with a little sweetness and citrus to fill your mouth with delight. It’s a good balance between bitter and bright. Whether you’re looking for a better-for-you boost throughout the day or a party-starting mixer, Supermaté is perfect to take you from desk to dancefloor.
The Zest Byron Bay team hand produce a beautiful range of spice pastes and recipe blends that are simple, easy to use and full of colourful aromatic flavours. Using only quality ingredients for optimum flavour, their vibrant earthy tones will turn any dish into a sensory feast with their rich yet subtle qualities suitable for all and cooking styles to enjoy.
Duro Pasta is an Australian dried pasta brand based on the South Coast of NSW, producing premium pasta from locally sourced, sustainably grown Australian durum wheat. Using traditional artisan methods, including bronze dies for superior texture and slow drying at low temperatures, Duro pasta is made to retain the natural flavour and nutritional qualities of the wheat. Fully traceable from farm to plate, Duro offers chefs and retailers a high-quality alternative to imported industrial pasta.
Quinby’s is a craft hot honey brand established in 2020. Inspired by a first taste of chili honey in a New York deli, the brand set out to create its own using Wildflower honey from Australia’s East Coast. Infused low and slow, Quinby’s hot honey delivers a fiery kick while preserving all the natural goodness of the honey.
Conscious, clean, delicious drinks made by nature for those with a thirst for life. Almighty makes drinks that are for everyday moments as well as the special ones. A drink to have at the office, or on the dance floor. Almighty helps create a balanced lifestyle and supports better drink decisions. Keeping you hydrated, refreshed and feeling Almighty good.
Forged is a Sydney-based food company producing premium Japanese Quail products via cell-culturing.
Uncle Tsai delivers premium, flavourful condiments that blend the rich heritage of Taiwanese and Chinese culinary traditions with a contemporary flair. Inspired by the founders’ multicultural background, the brand reimagines traditional, authentic flavours drawn from Chef Jack Tsai’s family kitchen and global culinary experience, including Michelin-starred and hatted restaurants. Uncle Tsai’s mission is to share these vibrant, irresistible flavours with every pantry.
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.

