Australian Fresh Food Guide, Fresh Food Outlets, Products, Produce, Suppliers, Markets and Locations

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NSW>Blue Mountains>Katoomba

Blue Mountains Chocolate Company

From chocolate making demonstrations, a cafe serving real hot chocolate and delicious homemade cakes, the best toffee and fudge in the world, hand made ice cream, a kids playground and over 50 different exquisite, handmade chocolates, we provide the perfect opportunity for everyone to experience chocolate at it’s best. Come and see our European chocolatiers demonstrate the fine art of chocolate making.

NSW>Central West>Mudgee

Mudgee Gourmet at Heart of Mudgee

Extensive range of local produce and quality local craft wares. Tasting table, gift hampers in unique pine boxes. Located in Mudgee`s oldest house, c.1842. Heart of Mudgee provides:- * On-Line Shopping for Products from the Mudgee Region, * Heart of Mudgee Direct Home Shopping Club, * Special Offers, * Recipes and Tasting Tips. Our sister site Mudgee Hampers focuses on gifts.

NSW>New England and NW>Glen Innes

The Super Strawberry

The Super Strawberry offers fresh strawberries and home made jams. Our strawberries and cream and milkshakes are enjoyed by all ages. Fresh scones with jam and cream and delicious Byron Bay Organic coffee complement our range. Beautiful gift lines are available with something for everyone. We carry a great range of Australian made lavender creams, talc`s, bath oils plus a range of soaps and washes in strawberry fragrance.

NSW>North Coast>Talarm

Valley of the Mist Bush Fruit and Nuts

Just west of Macksville in Australia`s Nambucca Valley you`ll find a bush tucker farm surrounded by beautiful bushland and adjoining an incredibly rich saltwater wetland full of waterbirds, fish and crustaceans. You can join a guided tour of the property. Farmer Dennis will be your guide and commentator as you inspect our plantation. Depending on the season you will view and taste a variety of bush fruits, nuts and condiments in the sustainable orchards.

NSW>Northern Rivers>Eltham

Eltham Valley Pantry

We grow pecan nuts, olives and coffee at our farm. We also bake delicious farmhouse biscuits and pecan granola. Our pecan nuts and coffee are grown organically, and are harvested and packed right here on the farm. Our biscuits and granola are homemade in our own and other local kitchens. We process and pack to order, so that your food arrives fresh at your door. None of our crops is genetically modified and all are pesticide free. Tel: +61 (0) 2 6629 1418

NSW>Riverina>Junee

Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory

Stretching over 20 m into the Junee skyline is the historically rich Junee Flour Mill. Today, the mill building is being restored in a manner as to capture the 1930`s feel. A modern day stone mill has been installed converting grain grown on the Green Grove farm into product for inclusion in licorice, flour and bread mixes. At Green Grove we use the luxuriously smooth Belgian chocolate, and organically grown licorice to produces a wonderful array of products.

NSW>Sapphire Coast Region>Bega

Bega Cheese Heritage Centre

A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre is a must. The Heritage Centre is a faithful reproduction of one of the first buildings to be constructed on the Bega Cheese site in 1899. There are displays of cheese and butter making equipment from the turn of the 19th Century, giving visitors the chance to see how early farmers in our region lived, worked and transported their wares. You can taste the famous Bega Cheese and other products.

QLD>Atherton Tablelands>Mareeba

Australian Coffee Centre

The Australian Coffee Centre, which is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm (Closed Christmas Day), is located at the edge of the 360 acre Skybury Coffee Plantation, and visitors can tour, taste and take home some of the world`s purest Arabica coffee. With extensive open decks cooled by natural breezes throughout the year and surrounded by extensive native gardens, this is the place to taste, tour and purchase great coffee.

QLD>East Coast>Sorell

Sorell Fruit Farm

Sorell Fruit Farm is Tasmania`s premier pick-your-own fruit farm, restaurant and fruit wine and liqueur source is located an easy 25 minutes from Hobart GPO, 15 minutes from Hobart Airport and 15 minutes from Richmond. We have a tantalising selection of Fruit Liqueurs for sale. The range of berries is astounding - strawberries, raspberries, tayberries, boysenberries, loganberries, silvanberries, blackcurrants. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6265 2744

QLD>Southern Downs>Glen Alpin

The Bramble Patch

At the Bramble Patch you will get the total berry experience! The Bramble Patch is set in the heart of the Granite Belt, 15km south of Stanthorpe - Queensland. They have been making quality products for 12 years and pride themselves in using natural ingredients - Jars of Jams, Dessert sauces, vinegars, savoury sauces and chutneys, berry and grape wines, berry desserts, ice-creams, morning, afternoon teas, Picnic area. Tel: +61 (0) 7 4683 4205

QLD>Sunshine Coast>Palmview

Strawberry Fields

Strawberry Fields is open to the public 7 days a week during the strawberry season which is from June to November each year. The aim is to ensure all enjoy the best strawberry eating experience possible, by focusing on the best eating varieties and growing them in a way that guarantees quality and sweetness. You can pick your own strawberries with trays supplied, and there is a range of ready packed Strawberries available. Tel: +61 (0) 7 5494 5146

QLD>Tropical North>Cape Tribulation

Cape Trib Exotic Fruit Farm

We grow rare and exotic tropical fruit at Cape Tribulation and offer eco-certified bed and breakfast accommodation and an exotic fruit tasting and farm tour. We have 2 tree-house style timber cottages for accommodation, which overlook a creek and rainforest - only 10 minutes walk to the beach. We offer exotic tropical fruit tasting and farm tours through the organic permaculture orchard with over 150 species from around the world. Tel: +61 (0) 7409 80057

SA>Adelaide Hills>Balhannah

Cocolat

We want your visit to a Cocolat store to be a fantastic experience. Whether you are looking for a quick coffee in the morning, somewhere indulgent to meet during the day or an after-dinner treat, a Cocolat Dessert Cafe is the perfect spot to relax and unwind! Cocolat specialises in the art of chocolate indulgences and wicked desserts, all of our products are made from the finest ingredients and handmade in our Balhannah kitchen. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8388 4666

SA>Adelaide Hills>Hahndorf

Chocolate @ No 5

An exquisite Chocolate Cafe of the highest order! Inside our charming 1850s Hahndorf cottage you will discover fine chocolates and truffles of only the most outstanding quality and be tempted by our exclusive range of stunningly decorated cakes, homemade desserts and treats. You will be able to intensify your pleasure with a premium coffee, Hot Chocolate, Iced Chocolate or Chocolate Milkshake laced with melted Belgian Chocolate. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8388 1835

SA>Adelaide Hills>Hahndorf

Hahndorf Sweets

Hahndorf Sweets is an `old-fashioned` sweet shop, tastefully decorated with vintage posters that add to its charm. Step inside for `A Trip Down Memory Lane` and pause a moment to enjoy the smell that washes over you. Explore our little shop and find sweets from your childhood, gifts for your friends and a charming experience. We have all of your favourite sweets, fudge and chocolates, including locally-made and international lines. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8388 1404

SA>Adelaide>Parkside

Haighs Chocolates Visitors Centre

Haigh`s Chocolates Visitors Centre is conveniently located just 5 minutes drive from Adelaide`s city centre. This world class facility combines excellent viewing and tour facilities along with heritage displays and a spacious retail area. Take a free 20 minute tour and find out about the history of the company and get a peek at how we turn a bitter cocoa bean into delicious chocolate. Enjoy a complimentary chocolate, tea and coffee. Tel: 1800 819 757

SA>Barossa Valley>Angaston

The Cheesecellar

The Barossa Valley Cheese Company in the idyllic Barossa town of Angaston, rapidly claiming its place in the region`s celebrated wine and food culture producing more than 14 different styles of cow and goat milk cheeses and many awards. Company founder and head cheese-maker Victoria McClurg and her team are always seeking innovative ideas and refining traditional methods in cheese-making. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8564 3636

SA>Barossa Valley>Angaston

Barossa Farmers Market

Every Saturday morning from 7.30am to 11.30am, you can visit the market. Over 50 stallholders provide a cornucopia of the freshest vegetables, meats, breads and cheeses. Delicious oils, preserves and local specialities. The growers at the Barossa Farmers Market often pick their produce the night before market, or on that morning, so what you take home is as fresh, seasonal and full of flavour as any produce, anywhere. Tel: +61 (0) 402 026 882

SA>Barossa Valley>Nuriootpa

Maggie Beer`s Farm Shop

A visit to Maggie Beer`s Farm Shop is an absolute must whilst in the Barossa Valley. Maggie Beer - cook, writer and founder of `Maggie Beer Products`, offers tastings and sales of her full product range including limited edition seasonal produce. Customers can browse amongst her personally selected regional specialty goods, purchase one of her signed books or simply sit back and take in the view. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8562 4477

SA>Fleurieu Peninsula>Mount Jagged

Alexandrina Cheese Company

Alexandrina Cheese Company is a GOLDEN DREAM for Dan and Krystyna McCaul, and family. This golden dream takes on 4 generations of the family, with over 30 years of dairy farming jersey cows and over a 100 years of cheese making. The family is renowned for their passion, their traditions and their hard work. Visitors are welcome to visit The Cheesery on weekends and public holidays for tasting and sales. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8554 9666

SA>Kangaroo Island>Cygnet River

Kangaroo Island Spirits Distillery

Welcome to South Australia`s first award-winning, boutique distillery on Kangaroo Island. Jon and Sarah Lark handmake high-quality liqueurs and spirits that reflect local and native ingredients such as wild fennel, organic ligurian honey and native juniper berries. Visit the KIS cellar door at Cygnet River - Open Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 4pm (or by arrangement) for tastings, tours, sales, espresso coffee, affogato and blackboard specials. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8553 9211

SA>Kangaroo Island>Kingscote

Island Beehive

Island Beehive produces unique honey that is world renowned for its quality and purity. Our organic honey is extracted at a low temperature to retain its natural colours and flavours and to protect its many nutritional qualities. See the production factory, take a guided tour, and enjoy free tastings. Enjoy delicious scones in the cafe and visit the shop for bee products, beeswax candles, souvenirs, health products and local arts and crafts. Tel: +61 (0) 8 8553 0080

SA>Riverland Region>Waikerie

Havenhand Chocolates

Havenhand Chocolates is a luxury chocolate maker located in the heart of South Australia`s Riverlands. The secret to Havenhand Handmade Chocolates lies in the delicious centres - blending the luxury of handcrafted chocolates with the unique characters of Australian fruit, including: * Apricot Gem * Bundaberg Rum and Australian Raisin * Crock Port (Australian almond and a superb Barossa Valley Port). Tel: +61 (0) 8 8541 2134

TAS>East Coast>Cambridge

Barilla Bay Oyster Farm

Barilla Bay is an oyster farm, restaurant and gourmet food store at Cambridge, located just a 15-minute drive from central Hobart , and is close to Hobart airport. The Barilla Bay Restaurant, open seven days a week, features fresh Tasmanian produce and of course, the famous Barilla Bay oysters, matched with fine Tasmanian wines and beers. You can join a fun-filled and informative tour of the Barilla Bay Oyster Farm. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6248 5458

TAS>Hobart>Claremont

Cadbury

Cadbury is located at suburban Claremont approximately 12 km north of Hobart. At the Cadbury Visitor Centre you to view an informative DVD in a theatrette, where you can talk to guides about the chocolate-making process. Understand the process of how Cadbury chocolates are made, see chocolates being moulded and enjoy tasting raw materials. You can visit the retail shop - special chocolate prices and high quality Cadbury merchandise. Tel: 1800 627 367

TAS>North West>Burnie

Hellyers Road Distillery

The Hellyers Road Distillery is the largest single malt whisky distillery in Australia. The Visitor Centre is the first public face of the Hellyers Road Distillery and features a well-stocked Retail Shop, a Tasting Bar with adjoining Lounge Area, and also a spacious and well-catered Restaurant. You can take a personally-guided Whisky Walk to learn the history of Hellyers Road Distillery and discover the art of whisky-making. Tel: +61 (0) 3 6433 0439

VIC>Bellarine Peninsula>Winchelsea

A Taste of the Region

Welcome to A Taste of the Region, your source of great-tasting gourmet country produce from the Southwest Victoria region of Australia. We offer a range of themed gift hampers or simply browse and buy your own collection of items. We also create fantastic eco-friendly corporate gift baskets and accommodation hampers that can be designed to suit your needs, and offer gift certificates of any value you choose. Visit our Winchelsea Larder retail outlet.

VIC>Dandenong Ranges>Seville

Blue Hills Berries and Cherries

The Best Quality Berries ready for u-pick and sale in season! Blackberries and Boysenberries. Visitors flock to Blue Hills Berry and Cherry farm between November and January to enjoy the U-Pick experience. Bring the family and enjoy picking fresh berries and cherries in the morning and then relax with a family BBQ at the nearby Silvan Reservoir. Situated just 20 minutes from Puffing Billy, 20 minutes from famous wineries, why not make a weekend of it!

VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Daylesford

Daylesford Macedon Produce

Daylesford Macedon Produce (DMP) was established in 2002 to nurture, develop and market the growers, winemakers and food producers of the Daylesford Macedon Region. Food produced by the DMP group includes organic pork, vegetables, fruit and herbs, cheese, smallgoods, biodynamic breads, chutneys and preserves. Gourmands of the sweet-toothed persuasion can choose from superb chocolates, biscuits, cakes, icecream, honey and jams, and superb wines.

VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Musk

Daylesford Cider Company

Daylesford Cider is located approximately 4 Km east of Daylesford. Our orchards consist of over 1000 apple trees comprising 18 traditional cider varieties. Our orchards are certified by the BFA as in conversion and will be certified as fully organic by 2011. Daylesford Cider Company productes and sells cider. The Tavern serves breakfast from 10am on Sundays, lunch from 12 on Wed-Sun and dinner on Sat night from 6pm.

VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Musk

Trewhella Farm

Berries, herbs, bushfoods - certified biodynamic demeter produce grown in the cool climate of Spa Country. The season begins around mid-December and concludes in March. Frozen berries and other berry products are available all year, as well as herbs and bushfoods. We have a large range of berries including: gooseberries, loganberries, boysenberries, silvanberries, marionberries, currants, blueberries. blackberries, tayberries and raspberries.

VIC>Daylesford Macedon>Trentham

Red Beard Historic Bakery

Located in the picturesque gold rush town of Trentham, Red Beard Historic Bakery specialises in organic sourdough bread and pastry, handmade with traditional techniques and baked in a huge 19th century woodfired Scotch oven. Our cafe and catering menus feature local, seasonal and organic ingredients. Our behind the scenes historic bakery tours and full day sourdough baking workshops are a must for food lovers. Don`t miss our monthly music feasts Tel: +61 (0) 3 5424 1002

VIC>Goldfields>Alfredton

Goldfield Farmhouse

In their small cheesery in Ballarat, Nardia and Andrew are producing a range of handmade French style white mould cheeses and fromage blanc together with English inspired blue mould and Cheddar cheeses. The milk for the cheeses is sourced locally from cows that graze the rich soils of the Great Dividing Range.Cheeses can be purchased from the factory shop, farmers markets and selected delicatessens. The factory shop is open Tues-Thurs 10am-4pm.

VIC>Goldfields>Junortoun

Confectionery Capers

A visit to Confectionery Capers is an experience suitable for all ages and is guaranteed to be truly unique. We are located in Junortoun just 10 minutes east of Bendigo on McIvor Highway. All visitors are welcome at CONFECTIONERY CAPERS - from single individuals up to large organised groups - everyone is guaranteed a memorable and stimulating visit. We have had visitors from all over Australia.

VIC>Melbourne>Healesville

Yarra Valley Regional Food Group

The Yarra Valley Regional Food Group Inc. is an association of food based businesses within the Yarra Valley region. Aim are to :- Promote the awareness of our members products and services, Identify small and large specialist growers and producers, Involve all levels of food, wine and hospitality business in the region, Encourage purity and freshness in food products of the region. We operate the famous Farmers Market at Yering Station.

VIC>Melbourne>Mt Evelyn

The Cake Connection

The Cake Connection was established in 1989 by Wendy Mazzella. Since its inception, The Cake Connection has produced a wide and varied range of cakes for all occasions, using the finest quality products. The Cake Connection`s workshop utilises up-to-date trends in addition to having the tools and skills necessary to produce the more traditional styles. With years of experience and knowledge,we can cater to your individual requirements.

VIC>Melbourne>Treasury Gardens

Chocoholic Tours

Since 1995, locals and travellers have experienced, and savoured, Melbourne`s world of chocolate, with Suzie Wharton, a chocoholic from birth, who leads a passionate team who also guide the chocolate walking tours in Melbourne. We have also taken visitors to shopping, historical and cultural hot spots in the lanes and arcades, in tours focusing on art, fashion and more. Fun, informative and, most importantly, delicious! Tel: +61 (0) 3 9686 4655

VIC>Melbourne>Yarra Junction

Rayners Stonefruit Orchard

In the very heart of the Yarra Valley, around one hour from the centre of Melbourne, Rayners Stonefruit Orchard is set on 40 acres with panoramic views and surrounded by forests. You can take an Orchard Walk through the groves of Stone Fruit trees, tasting the freshest fruit, and enjoying the company of one of our staff explaining about the fruit of our trees. Orchard Walks are available between 9am to 4pm seven days a week from December to March.

VIC>Mornington Peninsula>Red Hill

Red Hill Cheese

Trevor and Jan Brandon established their small Cheesery and Cellar Door on the farm at Red Hill in April 2000, producing distinctive, handcrafted regional cheeses to complement Mornington Peninsula wines. They were first inspired by farmhouse cheese making in Europe, and use slow processing and gentle handling help preserve the raw qualities of the clean rich milk, resulting in cheeses with character and great depth of flavour. Tel: +61 (0) 3 5989 2035

VIC>Phillip Island>Newhaven

Phillip Island Chocolate Factory

Phillip Island Chocolate Factory is the sweetest tourist attraction on the Island. See our chocolates being hand made. We use only Belgian chocolate, the best available. It`s creamy texture and slight hint of vanillin is exceptionally mouth watering. Only the finest ingredients are used in creating our chocolates. Also see frozen bananas dipped in chocolate while you wait. Learn about cocoa harvesting, how chocolate is made and their vital ingredients.

VIC>Warrnambool>Allansford

Allansford Cheese World

Cheese World is the home of National and International Award Winning Cheeses. Cheese World is The Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory`s show case for national and international award winning dairy produce and one of the region`s most popular attractions. Situated on Australia`s Great Ocean Road opposite The Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory. Cheese World is just 40 minutes traveling time from the famous 12 Apostles and 10 minutes drive from Warrnambool.

VIC>Western Port>Flinders

Mornington Peninsula Chocolates

Mornington Peninsula Chocolates is located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula amongst some of the most prestigious wineries, we make exquisite handmade chocolates using the finest Belgian and Swiss couverture. We use fresh, local and imported ingredients with no artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or additives. Tailored to your needs including birthdays, weddings, corporate gifts and any other occasion. Tel: +61 (0) 3 5989 0040

VIC>Western Port>Pearcedale

Pearcedale Farmers Market

Pearcedale Farmers Market is one of Victoria`s newest regional food markets and offers a smorgasbord of local produce including free range eggs from Somerville, grass fed beef, honey, gluten free cakes, fresh vegies and salad greens, cheeses, pasta, curries and spicy condiments, jam and even unusual drought tolerant plants. A must visit for some great local flavour.

VIC>Western Port>Tyabb

Topez

Set in a heritage listed church circa 1914, Topez is set in landscaped gardens and provides an opportunity to experience local produce and artworks. Features * Over 300 pieces of local and Australian indoor and outdoor art work including modern and traditional paintings, mosaics, wrought iron, ceramics and mixed media. * Relax with a home distilled liqueur (50 flavours), home made liqueur chocolates and all new (non-alcoholic) liqueurs fudge.

VIC>Wine and High Country>Beechworth

Beechworth Honey Experience

Beechworth Honey has quickly grown to become one of Australia`s icon brands. Sourced from apiarists across the country, Beechworth Honey is positively absolutely 100% Australian Honey...always. Visit our concept store for the full Beechworth Honey Experience. See live bees up close, enjoy our free honey tour, taste amazing Australian honey and experience the passion.

VIC>Wine and High Country>Beechworth

The Beechworth Sweet Co

Set in the historic gold town of Beechworth in North East Victoria is Australia`s finest sweet shop,. It is the original `olde world` sweet shop which fits perfectly into the ambience of Australia`s fourth best tourist destination and trades 7 days per week. Through meticulous planning and destination marketing the business now occupies three shop fronts and is widely known throughout the country as being the best sweet shop in Australia.

VIC>Wine and High Country>Milawa

Milawa Cheese Company

The Milawa Cheese Company is a small but highly regarded speciality cheese factory located in North East Victoria`s famed wine region. All cheeses are hand made at the historic Milawa Butter Factory using traditional methods, without preservatives and using non-animal rennet. The product range has developed into award winning cow and goat milk cheeses. David and Anne Brown produce Australian farmhouse cheeses using traditional European methods.