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Discover the makers behind the products.
The Meet the Makers 2026 Exhibitor Catalogue brings together a curated lineup of producers, growers, manufacturers and innovators from across Southeast Queensland and beyond
Explore products, connect with businesses and discover the people shaping the future of food and beverage in our regions.
Australian Coffee Culture is an impact focused brand celebrating Australian grown coffee. We make Australia’s first premium, plant-based ready to drink cold brew made with Australian grown coffee and ingredients.
Canefields Distillery is a Sunshine Coast craft distillery producing premium Australian spirits from sugar cane grown on our 4th generation family cane farm. Rooted in a paddock-to-bottle approach, Canefields celebrates the region’s agricultural heritage while creating spirits with a distinctly local character. Our key products include Australian Dry Gin, a refined and balanced gin crafted for classic serves and cocktails; Canefields Spirit, showcasing the clean, smooth profile of our farm-grown cane; and a range of Seasonal Gins inspired by local produce and changing flavours. Each product reflects our commitment to quality, provenance and the story of Queensland sugar cane.
Concept Labs is a Sunshine Coast-based contract manufacturer specialising in cosmetics, personal care and sun care solutions for Australian and international brands. Guided by our mission to enable brands become bigger and better, we partner with businesses from concept to production through formulation development, private label solutions and scalable manufacturing capabilities. At Meet the Makers, we’ll showcase our Ultra Protect SPF50+ Sunscreen and Zinc Range, Ultra Soothe After Sun Range, and ready-to-brand private label bases including our 15mL Lip Balm SPF50+ Tube and 5g Lip Balm SPF50+ Stick. Proudly Australian-made, we combine innovation, quality and flexibility to bring high-performing products to market.
Cooee Coffee Co is an Australian-owned specialty coffee roastery based in Yandina on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. We roast and manufacture premium coffee products for hospitality, tourism, events, retail and workplace environments, with a focus on Australian-grown coffee, freshness, sustainability and practical coffee solutions. Our range includes freshly roasted whole bean and ground coffee, cold brew concentrate and steeped coffee bags. Our steeped coffee bags feature an Australian coffee blend and a decaf option, using bleach-free, microplastics-free materials and a biodegradable bag, tag and string. They offer specialty coffee without machines, pods or mess for accommodation, catering, events and remote locations.
Eastwell Farms is a family-owned regenerative farm nestled in the Noosa hinterland at Kin Kin, Queensland. We’re Bryant, Susie, and Alex, and we’re passionate about paddock-to-plate integrity. We produce 100% grass-fed, chemical-free Nguni beef, organic free-range chicken and pork, gourmet mushrooms, and grass-fed tallow skincare — all grown alongside nature without GMOs or synthetic inputs. We’re proud Slow Food Noosa members, a Noosa Biosphere Award finalist, and supply top Queensland restaurants including Australia Zoo and renowned chefs. Our mission: to grow nutrient-dense food that restores human health and regenerates the earth for future generations.
Eumundi Coffee is a celebration of people, ideas, flavour, memory and imagination. Our premium coffee and café product range has been developed to reflect the connection that Sunshine Coast locals and visitors have with the iconic Eumundi Market experience. Since 2011, we have built a strong and growing local and national customer base. We seek to support this growth through partnerships with businesses that value quality products, authentic local branding, and professional business-to-business service. At Meet the Makers, we look forward to connecting with retailers, distributors and hospitality operators while showcasing our full range of coffee, matcha, turmeric latte, chai and drinking chocolate products.
Fat Wren Farm is a Sunshine Coast family owned manufacturer which has been built on a simple philosophy: Real Fruit. Real Flavour. Real Food. What began as a passion for preserving seasonal produce has grown into a respected Artisan food brand known for innovative flavour combinations and award-winning Jams, Chutneys, Mustards, Curry Pastes, Pickles, Salts & Rubs, Balsamics, Olive Oils & Dumpling sauces.
Fleur de Fungi is a Sunshine Coast indoor farm producing fresh, gourmet mushrooms using 100% natural and Australian sourced materials. We specialise in premium varieties including Oyster, Lion’s Mane, and seasonal gourmet fungi, cultivated with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, reliability and consistency. Our mushrooms are harvested at peak freshness and supplied directly to local restaurants, chefs, and markets. We also provide value added products such as spent mushroom substrate for gardening, soil improvement, and medicinal mushroom tinctures for health support. Fleur de Fungi proudly supports local food systems while delivering nutritious, carefully grown mushrooms weekly.
At Forage farms we pride ourselves on our focus towards regenerative land management, caring for our animals and educating our community. We are third generation regenerative farmers. We produce 100% pasture-raised eggs, chicken & pork and 100% grass-fed & finished beef.
Fresh Meats is a leading Queensland retail and wholesale food service provider based on the Sunshine Coast, delivering premium beef, lamb, pork, chicken, game, smallgoods, seafood, and ready-to-eat or ready-to-cook products. Established in 2016, Fresh Meats serves clients across hospitality, healthcare, education, government, and retail sectors throughout Queensland, from Toowoomba and Darling Downs, Brisbane and Gold Coast, Wide Bay Burnett/Capricornia to North Queensland. 135 employees use state-of-the-art equipment for portioning, processing, packing, labelling and delivering fresh, smoked and cooked products to Safe Food and HACCP standards.
Shallow Well is all about honest, farm-direct food with real paddock-to-plate flavour. Our premium beef and Wagyu sausages and patties are made for customers who care about where their food comes from and what goes into it. Using quality Australian beef, simple wholesome ingredients, and small-batch care, we create products that are full of flavour without the unnecessary fillers or nasties. From juicy Wagyu patties to family-favourite sausages, every product is made to bring real farm quality to the table. It’s proper food, made with pride, from our farm to your fridge.
Groovy Greens Microgreens is a local grower of fresh, nutrient-dense microgreens, supplying premium-quality produce directly to customers. We specialize in a range of delicious and vibrant microgreens including pea shoots, sunflower, cabbage, radish, and mustard. Harvested at their peak for maximum flavour and nutrition, our microgreens are perfect for salads, sandwiches, smoothies, garnishes, and healthy everyday meals. We are passionate about sustainable growing practices and providing fresh, living food to our community. Our goal is to help people enjoy nutritious, locally grown produce while discovering the incredible taste and health benefits that microgreens have to offer. ????
Holistic Hives is redefining what honey can be. More than a honey brand, they are a regenerative wellness movement grounded in provenance, ritual, and botanical integrity. Across wild, spray-free landscapes of the Sunshine Coast, their bees produce single-origin honey that reflects place, season, and floral complexity — much like fine wine. From their Gold Medal-winning creamed honey to bold infused varieties in the Artisan Collection, every batch is crafted slowly and intentionally. Holistic Hives also produces premium bee-based wellness products designed to nourish, restore, and reconnect people to nature through everyday rituals. Nature. Nurtured. With Purpose.
Hunchy Hills Distillery is a family-owned Distillery, founded on passion, craftmanship, and community values. Rooted in the love for distilling and a commitment to quality, the distillery offers premium Whisky, Gin, Liqueur and Vodka. Each bottle features artwork by Sunshine Coast artist Vanessa Perske, creating a unique fusion of visual art and craft spirits. Capturing the essence of our region and transporting each bottle into a collectable piece.
Ka-Pao Sauce Co. creates premium, flavour-packed sauces inspired by bold Asian and global cuisines. Crafted with quality ingredients and a focus on versatility, our range is designed to help home cooks, food lovers, and hospitality professionals create delicious meals with ease. From rich Korean flavours and tangy tamarind to smoky chipotle and classic dipping sauces, every product delivers authentic taste and everyday convenience. Proudly Australian owned, Ka-Pao Sauce Co. is committed to producing high-quality sauces that bring people together over great food. Whether used as a marinade, dip, glaze, or finishing sauce, Ka-Pao adds flavour without compromise.
Kakadu Organics creates premium organic products inspired by Australia’s natural landscapes and the knowledge of First Nations traditions. Showcasing a thoughtfully curated range of jams, chutneys, teas, amenities, and skincare, the company celebrates native ingredients, sustainability, and authentic Australian flavours. Each product is crafted with care to honour the richness of the land while promoting wellness and conscious living. Kakadu Organics blends traditional inspiration with contemporary Australian style, offering products ideal for gifting, hospitality, and personal enjoyment.
Luvin Life is proudly Australian owned and dedicated to helping people live better, longer. Established in 2003 and revitalised under new ownership in 2023, we create premium wellness products made with carefully selected ingredients and backed by science. Our range includes functional collagen supplements, protein powders, hydration formulas, magnesium products, essential oils, and natural wellness solutions designed to support healthy ageing, mobility, beauty, recovery, and everyday wellbeing. We believe wellness should be simple, effective, and accessible. Visit us today to discover our products, meet the team, sample our range, and experience the Luvin Life difference.
Maleny Chocolate is a family-owned Sunshine Coast chocolatier dedicated to creating handcrafted chocolates in small batches using premium ingredients and traditional techniques. Known for products that are almost too beautiful to eat, Maleny Chocolate combines exceptional flavour with eye-catching presentation, packaging every product in clear packaging to showcase its craftsmanship. The range includes chocolate bark, rocky road, brittles, truffles, fudge, gift boxes and seasonal specialties, making it ideal for everyday indulgence and gifting. Proudly Australian-made, Maleny Chocolate focuses on quality, generosity and authenticity, delivering distinctive products that offer customers a memorable chocolate experience and a genuine taste of the Sunshine Coast.
Maleny Dairies is an award winning, family owned and operated business, committed to sustainability for people, place and products. Located in the picturesque hills of Maleny in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Queensland. Maleny Dairies consistently produces top quality, delicious, natural and wholesome products.
Over the past two decades, our artisan gelato and sorbet has consistently been awarded at the Royal Queensland Awards and the Dairy Industry Association of Australia — a reflection of our ongoing commitment to exceptional taste, premium ingredients and consistency in every batch we produce. More than 20 years on, we remain proud to uphold the award-winning standards that have become synonymous with the Maleny Food Co name.
Australia’s most awarded jerky — with a huge variety that includes classic Beef, Pork, Chicken, and even exotic Kangaroo. Every bite of Mallory’s Jerky is a rich, tender, smoky, and handcrafted flavour experience. It’s not just jerky; it’s flavour art that will have your tastebuds popping!
Mammino Ice Cream is proudly 100% locally sourced and made in Queensland, Australia. The company is committed to supporting local farmers and producers by using fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced from the surrounding region. From creamy dairy products to premium macadamia nuts and seasonal fruits, every ingredient reflects Mammino’s dedication to local agriculture and sustainability. By manufacturing its ice cream locally, Mammino ensures exceptional freshness, quality, and authenticity in every product. This strong focus on local sourcing not only delivers great taste but also contributes to the local economy, supports regional communities, and promotes environmentally responsible food production practices.
The Nutritional Sciences Range of delicious functional foods are based on the anti-inflammatory colour pigments.
Nutworks is a leading Australian-owned and operated macadamia processor, proudly based in Yandina on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Founded in 1993 by four passionate local growers, the company oversees every step from farm to table, delivering premium, 100% Australian-grown macadamias with exceptional quality and traceability. Key products include fresh in-shell and kernel macadamias, gourmet flavoured varieties (such as Manuka Honey, Crunchy Hickory, and Sea Salt), indulgent chocolate-coated ranges, confectionery like macadamia brittle and rocky road, plus nourishing muesli and baking ingredients. Renowned for innovation and flavour, Nutworks brings the joy of premium Australian macadamias to retail, online, and export markets.
Ok Boocha is a boutique beverage manufacturer on the Sunshine. Our drinks are all healthy alternatives to soft drinks and include: Hand crafted, slow-brewed, raw kombucha made with Australian native flavours; Zero-sugar flavoured sparkling waters with prebiotics and essential oils; Still and sparkling spring water, sourced locally on the Sunshine Coast; 100% pure coconut water in 3 hydrating flavours – Pure, Matcha and Chocolate with Collagen. All products are packaged into infinitely recyclable aluminium cans.
At Pachamama Regen we create regenerative products that restore soil health and support gut health, because we believe healthy soil is the foundation of a healthy life.
The idea for RaiCin Spread came to me most unexpectedly. I had dreamt of a spread that made any toast taste like raisin toast. This idea didn’t exist. So, I began recipe testing and spent hours perfecting the blend until it was just right. What was created is more than just a spread—it’s a truly versatile condiment. With the perfect balance of cinnamon and spices and the natural sweetness of raisins, it can be enjoyed in countless ways. Spread it on toast, mix it into yogurt, swirl it into baked goods, or even pair it with soft cheese.
Rocky Creek Mushrooms is a specialist Sunshine Coast grower of gourmet and functional mushrooms, producing premium fresh organic oyster and specialty mushrooms with over 30 varieties in our rotation, including Lions Mane and Chestnuts, and offering a unique range of retail ready value added products. Our range includes artisan herbal mushroom wellness teas, dried mushrooms and spices, and gourmet mushroom pickles. We use sustainable vertical farming methods, solar energy, rainwater harvesting, and transform locally sourced hardwood sawdust into high value food products. Rocky Creek Mushrooms combines sustainability, innovation, and quality to deliver distinctive products for health conscious consumers and specialty retailers.
At Snack Hero, we believe healthy snacking should be simple. That’s why we create delicious snacks using quality ingredients, without the unnecessary extras. No complicated ingredient lists. No artificial nasties. Just great tasting snacks that people can feel good about enjoying. Our first Snack Heroes, Molly Mango and Pete Pineapple, are made from carefully selected fruit and packed with natural goodness. They are the perfect snack for lunchboxes, workplaces, sporting events, road trips or simply those moments when you need something healthy and satisfying.
Sumora Innovations transforms underutilised agricultural materials into high-value ingredients, products and sustainable solutions. Through Suncoast Biochem, Suncoast Biochar, Suncoast Botanics and Sumet, we work with growers, food processors and industry partners to create value from materials that would otherwise go to waste. Our portfolio includes botanical extracts, essential oils, plant powders, biochar, natural ingredients and Australian-made personal care products. Founded by Sue Jackson, with almost 30 years of manufacturing experience on the Sunshine Coast, Sumora is helping drive a more sustainable and circular future for Australian industry.
It’s about love, friendship, caring, listening, togetherness, warmth, and of course sunshine. sunshine & sons is everything you love about our part of the world and everything we love about premium spirits. It’s the feeling of escape. Of what it’s like to get away. To be free. To share lazy, laid-back sub-tropical days and nights on any one of the coast’s incredible ocean beaches and long walks through rainforest cared for by the traditional custodians of the land, the Gubbi Gubbi people, for over 60,000 years. When you know you are really in the best place on earth and in the place, you are meant to be, with the people you love creating shared memories that will last a life-time and shape you to be the very best version of your self. We call it the coast spirit.
Sunshine Coast Cider is Queensland’s home of real craft cider, proudly handcrafted in Kunda Park from 100% Queensland-grown apples. We create premium sparkling ciders with no concentrate, focusing on quality, authenticity and food-friendly flavour. Our range includes crisp off-dry Sunshine Cider, refreshing semi-sweet Sunset Cider, tropical Cheeky Tiki Pineapple, Cheeky Tiki Original Apple and our award-winning Brut+ Sparkling Apple Cider, made using the traditional Champagne method. Designed for restaurants, bars and caterers, our ciders offer a local, gluten-free and vegan-friendly alternative to beer, wine and commercial cider, with versatile options for tap, bottle service and events.
The Country Chef Bakery Co. is a family-owned Australian business and baking specialist, proudly creating quality desserts and breads since 1952. Combining decades of expertise with modern ingredients and trends, the company produces a wide range of food service and retail products designed to delight consumers and support hospitality partners. Its portfolio includes iconic favourites such as pavlovas, banana breads, cakes, and ready-to-serve dessert solutions. With a strong focus on consistency, convenience, and taste, Country Chef delivers innovative baked goods that create memorable moments for customers across Australia.
The Happy Snack Company Roasted Chickpea and Roasted Fava Bean Snacks are nutritious wholefoods which are Gluten Free, Nut Free, and Dairy Free with a 5 Health Star Rating. Our Chocolate Coated Chickpeas with only 96 Calories per 20g serve are the perfect blend of healthy indulgence and wholefood nutrition. Our new Crunch Mix, with roasted legumes and crunchy noodles, are crafted for bold flavour, satisfying crunch and real food nutrition and are high in protein.
The Herd Biltong is an Australian premium air-dried meat company dedicated to producing authentic, high-protein snacks made from quality beef. Inspired by traditional South African methods, the company combines simple, natural ingredients with careful craftsmanship to deliver bold flavour and exceptional texture. Its core range includes classic biltong, sliced biltong, and droewors, a traditional air-dried beef sausage. Available in a variety of flavours, The Herd Biltong offers a convenient, low-carb, protein-rich alternative to conventional snacks. Focused on quality, consistency, and great taste, the brand serves health-conscious consumers, fitness enthusiasts, travellers, and anyone seeking a satisfying, wholesome snack without unnecessary additives.
Dark Acre Distilled Coffee Liqueur — Gold Medal winner, 2026 London Spirits Competition. Bean to bottle, done properly. It starts with Phil Di Bella’s signature coffee, then Six Fathoms Distillery distils it into a spirit with real depth: dark cacao, scorched caramel, midnight vanilla. 500ml, no syrups, no shortcuts. Every bottle funds ten meals for Australian families and children facing food insecurity, through The Mini Farm Project. Your customers don’t just buy a premium liqueur — they back a cause sitting right there on the shelf. That’s why it moves. Stock Dark Acre. Order through Six Fathoms Distillery — Lisa Chesterfield, 0404359797
Founded by former Royal Navy and Royal Australian Air Force aviator, Andrew Lancaster, this small-batch distillery crafts carefully balanced award-winning spirits using the traditional London Dry method. Every spirit is column distilled with natural ingredients, many locally grown, with nothing added other than filtered rainwater after distillation – all the flavour comes from the still. Key products on display will be the award-winning Montville Dry Gin which is served by QANTAS in the Chairman’s and Business lounges in Brisbane Airport; a chilli vodka and a trophy winning lemon myrtle and kaffir lime winning vodka; and, a Gold medal winning single malt sherry barrel whisky.
Certified organic, naturally delicious coconut yoghurt, handmade in our dedicated dairy-free facility – nothing but the very best in every spoonful. Natural , Chocolate Mousee and Vanilla Mousse.
Wild Barrel is a farm based brewery and fermented beverage producer nestled in the Noosa Hinterland, Queensland. Founded by brewer Shane Kent, Wild Barrel was built on a simple philosophy, use the best organic Australian ingredients, embrace traditional fermentation methods, and let time do the work. Our range includes barrel aged farmhouse ales, wild fermented saisons, and premium raw kombucha. Inspired by both the craft beer and wine worlds, we focus on creating complex, approachable drinks that showcase quality, sustainability, and a genuine connection to the land, all driven by our ethos, Slow in process, wild in nature.
