Local food and drink producers

 

Click any of the producer’s names to see more detailed information about that producer. Also, the list can be sorted by any of the columns, saved (in a variety of formats) or printed out. If you would like to be listed, or know of any producer that you think should be listed, please email us.  Thanks to Nillumbik Shire Council for sharing the data from their 2014 local food survey, which we used as our starting point.

NameTypeCategoryCategoryProductsTownship / SuburbTownship / SuburbEltham Farmers' Market?
800 TreesPrimaryOlive OilOlive OilExtra virgin olive oilHurstbridgeHurstbridge.
A Local Baker St Andrews
SecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet Treats; CafeBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Cafe
Organic sourdough bread plus some cakes and savouries St AndrewsSt Andrewsyes
Alberto's DelicaciesSecondaryPasta; Condiments and MakersPasta
Condiments and Makers
Pestos, pasta, gnocchi, antipasto and pasta saucesPrestonPrestonyes
All Seasons Cooking ClassesSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersSeasonal preserves & pickles, dahl mix, veggie slice mix and flavoured couscousCroydonCroydonyes
Alot of Good StuffSecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Condiments and MakersBread and Baked Goods
Condiments and Makers
Preserves, biscuits and loavesBulleenBulleen.
Amy's HoneyPrimaryHoneyHoneyRaw honeyNorth WarrandyteNorth Warrandyteyes
Apted's OrchardsPrimaryFruitFruitApples and pearsArthurs CreekArthurs Creekyes
Australian Harvest / Bio GrapeSecondaryCondiments and Makers; Jams and MarmaladesCondiments and Makers
Jams and Marmalades
Certified organic horseradish vinegar, mustards, jams, chutneys, sauces and BIO-GRAPE fruit pastesColdstreamColdstreamyes
AVS Organic FoodsSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersVegan products: non-dairy cheese and cream, sauces, pies, black salt and pet treatsWatsonia NorthWatsonia North.
Backyard HoneyPrimaryHoneyHoneyHoney, bees wax and apiary servicesSurrey HillsSurrey Hills.
Bee Rescue - Heidi Honey HurstbridgePrimaryHoneyHoneyRaw, medical and creamed honey, plus honeycomb. Chai tea and bees wax candles.HurstbridgeHurstbridgeyes
Belleview FarmPrimaryEggs and ChickensEggs and ChickensChicken, duck, goose and quail eggsPark OrchardsPark Orchardsyes
Ben's BeesPrimaryHoneyHoneyHoney and beeswax productsBlackburn SouthBlackburn South.
Benny's BerriesSecondaryJams and Marmalades; FruitJams and Marmalades
Fruit
JamsKilsythKilsyth.
Billy van CreamySecondaryCondiments and Makers; Ice CreamCondiments and Makers
Ice Cream
Vegan and dairy ice cream plus waffle cones, seasonal drinks and some other menu itemsFitzroy NorthFitzroy North.
BotanikosSecondaryBeveragesBeveragesBotanically infused simple syrups and shrubsWonga ParkWonga Park.
Buttermans TrackPrimaryWineWineChardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sangiovese, SyrahSt AndrewsSt Andrews.
Caffe StradaSecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet Treats; CafeBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Cafe
Gluten-free breads, cakes and pastriesIvanhoeIvanhoe.
Chef's Fine FoodSecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Condiments and MakersBread and Baked Goods
Condiments and Makers
Pies, pates, terrines, pesto, tapenade and relishesElthamElthamyes
Chocolatier AustraliaSecondaryChocolateChocolateAffordable, premium, luxury chocolateHeidelberg WestHeidelberg West.
Cocoa RhapsodySecondaryChocolateChocolateCertified Organic chocolate, some vegan friendlyCoburgCoburg.
Craftwork Roasting CompanySecondaryBeveragesBeveragesCoffeeElthamEltham.
Darebin Information, Volunteer & Resource ServicePrimarySeeds and SeedlingsSeeds and SeedlingsFruit trees and veggie seedlingsPrestonPreston.
Diamond Blue CateringSecondaryCateringCateringFull service cateringMt EvelynMt Evelyn.
Doreen Egg FarmPrimaryEggs and ChickensEggs and ChickensFree range eggs and Hyline Brown chickensDoreenDoreen.
Dougharty BakerSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsOrganic sourdough breadHeidelberg HeightsHeidelberg Heights.
Easthill EstatePrimaryWineWineChardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Rose, Sparkling Chardonnay, Sparkling CabernetKangaroo GroundKangaroo Ground.
EML Art CookiesSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsCookies and fruit piesThomastownThomastownyes
Farm RaiserPrimaryVegetablesVegetablesA wide range of vegetables in weekly mixed boxesBellfieldBellfield.
First Choice Gourmet CateringSecondaryCateringCateringFull service cateringEltham NorthEltham North.
Fritz GelatoSecondaryIce CreamIce CreamGelatoRichmondRichmond.
Gateway MarketPrimaryVegetables; Deli; CafeVegetables
Deli
Cafe
Capsicum, strawberries, and basilColdstreamColdstream.
Girl Made ChocolateSecondaryChocolateChocolateVegan, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, raw chocolateNorthcoteNorthcote.
Gourmet PiesSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsPiesBrunswickBrunswick.
Harry HooSecondaryReady to Eat FoodReady to Eat FoodSpring rolls, dim sims, dumplings and won tonsBayswaterBayswater.
HealthybakeSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsA wide range of organic healthy breadsLilydaleLilydale.
Henley FarmsPrimaryEggs and ChickensEggs and ChickensEggs (certified by PROOF)Kangaroo GroundKangaroo Groundyes
Hildebrand GrovePrimaryOlive OilOlive OilExtra virgin and infused olive oilCottles BridgeCottles Bridge.
Hildebrand Ridge Organic VineyardPrimaryWineWineCabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot NoirCottles BridgeCottles Bridge.
Hillmartin DistillerySecondaryGinGinGinPlentyPlentyyes
Holy NutsSecondaryNuts; Sweet TreatsSweet TreatsNut butters and spreads. Also dukkah and a variety of cakes.ThomastownThomastownyes
Imbue DistillerySecondaryBeverages; GinBeverages
Gin
GinElthamEltham.
Island HomeSecondaryReady Made MealsReady Made MealsCurries (both fish and vegan) plus accompanimentsPrinces HillPrinces Hillyes
J.B. Shackleton's
SecondaryJams and MarmaladesJams and MarmaladesMarmalade, jellies, jams and luxury condimentsWonga ParkWonga Park.
Joe's Market GardenPrimaryVegetablesVegetablesA wide range of vegetablesCoburgCoburg.
Juanita's KitchenSecondaryCondiments and Makers; BeveragesCondiments and Makers
Beverages
Mexican and West African sauces. Also, selected beverages.PrestonPreston.
KanelleSecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet TreatsBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Quiches and pastriesForest HillForest Hillyes
Kellybrook WineryPrimaryBeverages; WineBeverages
Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernets, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir, Rosé, Shiraz, Apple Brandy and Tawny Port. Also, cider and beer.Wonga ParkWonga Park.
Kinglake VegetablesPrimaryVegetables; FruitVegetables
Fruit
A wide range of vegetables plus some fruitKinglakeKinglake.
Kinglake West BlueberriesPrimaryFruitFruitBlueberries (and sometimes raspberries)Kinglake WestKinglake Westyes
Kings of Kangaroo GroundPrimaryWineWineCabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, ShirazKangaroo GroundKangaroo Ground.
Kooinda Boutique BrewerySecondaryBeverages; BarBeverages
Bar
A range of beers
Heidelberg WestHeidelberg West.
Kookaberry Strawberry FarmPrimaryFruit; Condiments and Makers; Jams and MarmaladesFruit
Condiments and Makers
Jams and Marmalades
Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, figs, persimmon. Jams, syrups and vinegars. Soup, berry pies and frozen berries.WandinWandin.
La LoucheSecondaryReady to Eat FoodReady to Eat FoodSavoury galettes and sweet crepesElthamElthamyes
La Villa SalumiPrimaryMeat and PoultryMeat and PoultryPork sausages, bacon and smoked smallgoodsKilsythKilsyth.
Loco for CocoaSecondaryChocolateChocolateA wide range of chocolatePrestonPrestonyes
Love Is CoffeeSecondaryBeveragesBeveragesCoffeeDiamond CreekDiamond Creekyes
Madeleine ButterSecondaryButter and CheeseButter and CheeseCultured butterLilydaleLilydaleyes
Magic MuesliSecondaryGrains and SpicesGrains and SpicesMuesli and porridgeFitzroy NorthFitzroy North.
Mama Bakes NaturallySecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet TreatsBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Gingerbread men, chocolate chip cookies and sweet & savoury bitesRingwood EastRingwood East.
ManukoSecondaryChocolateChocolateVegan chocolate treatsThornburyThornbury.
Mary Monica GinSecondaryGinGinGinYarra GlenYarra Glenyes
Maya 'Xala HoneyPrimaryHoneyHoneyHoneyDoreenDoreen.
Mixed BagSecondaryBeveragesBeveragesChai and hot chocolate blends. ReservoirReservoir.
My Little Country KitchenSecondaryReady to Eat Food; CateringReady to Eat Food
Catering
A range of catering meals and finger foodKinglake WestKinglake West.
Naught DistillingSecondaryGinGinGinElthamEltham.
Nick's Gnocchi & PastaSecondaryPasta; Condiments and MakersPasta
Condiments and Makers
A variety of pastas. Sauces.GreensboroughGreensboroughyes
Nillumbik EstatePrimaryWineWinePinot Chardonnay (sparkling), Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Nebbiolo, ShirazSmiths GullySmiths Gully.
No GrainerSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsGrain-free bread and scrollsReservoirReservoir.
Offaly Good FoodSecondaryMeat and PoultryMeat and PoultryChicken liver pateCarltonCarlton.
Old EvropaSecondaryBread and Baked Goods; CafeBread and Baked Goods
Cafe
Organic, sourdough, European-inspired baked goodsElthamEltham.
Organic TimesSecondaryChocolate; Sweet Treats; Condiments and MakersChocolate
Sweet Treats
Condiments and Makers
Certified Organic chocolate, cookies, dairy, powders and sweetenersBayswaterBayswater.
Palace PiesSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsVegan savoury piesBrunswick EastBrunswick East.
Paleta Artisan PopsiclesSecondaryBeveragesBeveragesIcy polesDiamond CreekDiamond Creek.
Pantalica CheeseSecondaryButter and CheeseButter and CheeseItalian cheeses: bacio, bocconcini, halloumi, mascarpone, mozza bella fresca, parmesan and ricottaThomastownThomastown.
Panton Hill Estate OlivesPrimaryOlive OilOlive OilOlives, olive oil and other olive oil productsPanton HillPanton Hillyes
Panton Hill Vineyard & WineryPrimaryWineWineCabernet Franc, Cabernet-Savignon-Merlot-Franc, Chardonnay, Chardonnay Liquor, Muscat, Pinot Port, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Sparking Pinot Noir Chardonnay, Verdehlo Panton HillPanton Hill.
Petronio WinesPrimaryWineWineArneis, Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Nebbiolo, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Reisling, Sangiovese, ShirazYeringYeringyes
Petty's OrchardPrimaryFruitFruitApplesTemplestoweTemplestowe.
PoppySmackSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersAsian saucesWarrandyteWarrandyte.
Punch
PrimaryWineWineCabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot NoirSt AndrewsSt Andrews.
Puss & MewSecondaryGinGinGinNunawadingNunawading.
Quists CoffeeSecondaryBeveragesBeveragesCoffeeResearchResearch.
Ratio Cocoa RoastersSecondaryChocolateChocolateDark and milk single origin chocolateBrunswickBrunswick.
Rob Dolan WinesPrimaryWineWineArneis, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Shiraz Merlot, Chardonnay, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, ShirazWarrandyte SouthWarrandyte South.
Salsicce 3rd GenerationPrimaryMeat and PoultryMeat and PoultryPork sausagesReservoirReservoiryes
Screaming WafflesSecondarySweet Treats; Bread and Baked GoodsSweet Treats
Bread and Baked Goods
Dutch stroopwafels (syrup waffles)Park OrchardsPark Orchards.
Seeds of PlentyPrnmarySeeds and SeedlingsSeeds and SeedlingsA wide range of vegetable, herb, flower and bonsai seedsElthamEltham.
Shaws Road WineryPrimaryBeverages; WineBeverages
Wine
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and the classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Franc and Merlot. Also, cider and beer.Arthurs CreekArthurs Creek.
Si MangiaSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersTomato puree, pasta sauce and olivesReservoirReservoiryes
Smoke and RoastSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersSmoked sea saltElthamEltham.
Specialty Coffee ArmySecondaryBeveragesBeveragesCoffee beans, ground coffee, batch brew and pour over coffeeMerndaMerndayes
Spice FusionSecondaryGrains and SpicesGrains and SpicesIndividual spices, spice and curry blends, dukkah and chilli jamRingwoodRingwood.
Spirli StrawberriesPrimaryFruitFruitStrawberriesWandin NorthWandin Northyes
Sporadical City MushroomsPrimaryMushroomsMushroomsA range of mushrooms, mushroom products and mushroom kitsAlphingtonAlphingtonyes
Spurrell ForagingSecondaryVegetables; Condiments and Makers; Jams and MarmaladesVegetables
Condiments and Makers
Jams and Marmalades
Preserves and foraged produceWarrandyte SouthWarrandyte South.
Stone & Crow CheeseSecondaryButter and CheeseButter and CheeseUnique cow and goat cheesesWarrandyte SouthWarrandyte South.
Sugarloaf ProducePrimaryVegetables; MushroomsVegetables
Mushrooms
A wide range of vegetables. Also, swiss brown mushrooms.StrathewenStrathewenyes
Sweetart KitchenSecondarySweet TreatsSweet TreatsFudgeRingwoodRingwoodyes
Sweets & Treats By MichaelSecondarySweet TreatsSweet TreatsFudge and other sweet treatsPrestonPreston.
Swipers Gully VineyardPrimaryWineWineMerlot, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, VerduzzoKangaroo GroundKangaroo Ground.
Take Me HomeSecondaryPasta; Condiments and MakersPasta
Condiments and Makers
Pastas, gnocchi, pizza bases, pasta sauces and crostatasCoburgCoburg.
That's Amore CheeseSecondaryButter and Cheese; Deli; CafeButter and Cheese
Deli
Cafe
Italian-style soft curd cheeses, including mozzarella, caciotta, bocconcini, ricotta, smoked cheese and matured cheeseThomastownThomastown.
The 3 Ravens Brewing CompanySecondaryBeveragesBeveragesA range of beersThornburyThornbury.
The Bearded BeePrimaryHoneyHoneyHoneyForest HillForest Hill.
The Cake Stall
SecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet Treats; Ready to Eat FoodBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Ready to Eat Food
Cakes and croissants. Also, sausage rolls, pies and quiche.ElthamElthamyes
The Cheese RebelsSecondaryButter and CheeseButter and CheeseSoft cheesesEppingEpping.
The Farmers Yo YoSecondaryBread and Baked GoodsBread and Baked GoodsYo yo shortbread biscuitsBlackburn NorthBlackburn Northyes
The Good Brew CompanyPrimaryBeveragesBeveragesKombucha and kombucha vinegar tonicsBrunswickBrunswick.
The Mrs & CoSecondaryGrains and SpicesGrains and SpicesCereals and snacksMt EvelynMt Evelynyes
The Mushroom CoPrimaryMushroomsMushroomsA range of exotic mushrooms and mushroom kitsRingwoodRingwoodyes
The Mushroom ShedPrimaryMushrooms; Seedlings and Plants; VegetablesMushrooms
Seedlings and Plants
Vegetables
Mushrooms, mushroom kits, some seasonal veggies, plus herb and veggie seedlingsMontmorencyMontmorencyyes
The MushroomeryPrimaryMushroomsMushroomsA range of mushrooms and mushroom kitsAlphingtonAlphington.
The Old EmuSecondaryJams and MarmaladesJams and MarmaladesQuince pasteBox Hill NorthBox Hill North.
The Veggie EmpirePrimarySeeds and Seedlings; VegetablesSeeds and Seedlings
Vegetables
Vegetable seedlings and seasonal vegetablesGreensboroughGreensborough.
Top Hundred AcresPrimaryEggs and ChickensEggs and ChickensEggsYan YeanYan Yeanyes
Turners Bakehouse EaterySecondaryBread and Baked Goods; Sweet Treats; CafeBread and Baked Goods
Sweet Treats
Cafe
Sourdough bread, pies, cakes and pastriesMerndaMernda.
Under The Pickle TreeSecondaryCondiments and MakersCondiments and MakersRelishes, stir fry sauces, curries, pastes, pickles and saucesPanton HillPanton Hill.
Unforgettable ProductsSecondarySweet TreatsSweet TreatsFlavoured meringues, honeycomb, lemon curd, passionfruit curd, chocolate sauce, pavlovas and fruit medleyWarrandyteWarrandyte.
Urban Farming CollectivePrimaryMushroomsMushroomsMushroomsHeidelberg HeightsHeidelberg Heights.
Van Nunen ChocolatesSecondaryChocolateChocolateHandmade chocolatesElthamEltham.
Warrandyte Local HoneyPrimaryHoneyHoneyAmber honeyWarrandyteWarrandyte.
Watson's Creek WinesPrimaryWineWineCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, MerlotKangaroo GroundKangaroo Ground.
We Feed youSecondaryReady Made MealsReady Made MealsA range of healthy ready made meals delivered to your homeCarltonCarlton.
Wedgetail EstatePrimaryWineWineCabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, ShirazCottles BridgeCottles Bridge.
Weeping Grevillea NurseryPrimaryVegetables; Fruit; Jams and MarmaladesVegetables
Fruit
Jams and Marmalades
Lemons, limes and herbs. Also, seasonally, pumpkins, blood oranges, grapefruit, jams and and marmalade.Kangaroo GroundKangaroo Ground.
Wholemilk Continental Cheese CompanySecondaryButter and CheeseButter and CheeseItalian cheeses: pecorino, parmesan, provole, mozzarella, ricotta and moreHeidelberg WestHeidelberg West.
Yarra CoffeeSecondaryBeverages; CafeBeverages
Cafe
Coffee and chaiLilydaleLilydaleyes
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice CreamerySecondaryChocolate; CafeChocolate
Cafe
A wide range of chocolates and ice creamYarra GlenYarra Glen.
Yarra Valley DairySecondaryButter and Cheese; Deli; CafeButter and Cheese
Deli
Cafe
Soft style cheeses, both cow and goatYeringYering.
Yarra Valley Gourmet FoodsSecondaryCondiments and Makers; Jams and Marmalades; BeveragesCondiments and Makers
Jams and Marmalades
Beverages
Salad dressings, jams, jellies, mustards, cordials, chutneys, mayonnaise, vinegars, and infused oilsWandin NorthWandin North.
Yarra Valley Gourmet SausagesPrimaryMeat and PoultryMeat and PoultryA wide range of gourmet sausagesMooroolbarkMooroolbarkyes
Yarra Valley Tea CompanySecondaryBeveragesBeveragesCertified organic teaColdstreamColdstream.
Yarrambat Estate VineyardPrimaryWineWinePinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, ChardonnayYarrambatYarrambat.
Yummy GardensPrimaryEggs and ChickensEggs and ChickensA range of both cross bred and pure bred chickensSt AndrewsSt Andrews.

  8 Responses to “Local food and drink producers”

    • Hi Fleur and thanks for the suggesions.

      Wholemilk Continental Cheese are already in the directory. I wrote to Chocolatier some time ago asking them if they wanted to be in the directory but I haven’t yet had a response – I will try again.

  1. Thanks for this great list. It is so helpful in preparing for the Local Food Challenge week. I’ll be using it a lot thereafter too.

  2. Thank you for this awesome list 🙂 I”m new to Victoria & it’s great to see such a list. Can I please ask what are the criteria to get on the list? (Just in case I get to know some local producers that should be added). Many thanks and keep up the good work.

    • You ask an interesting question, Saba. The directory is limited to organisations in Banyule, Nillumbik and the immediate surroundings. We also want to make sure that the directory focuses on organisations that are genuinely local in spirit, in their sourcing of materials, and in their outlets.

  3. Lovely to see this site up and running. Well done! I look forward to chasing up many of these local growers and distributors of local produce.

  4. Well done Guy! Yippee!
    I think many community members will be thrilled that at long last this list is available.

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