- Food South Australia has announced the finalists for the 2026 South Australian Premier's Food and Beverage Industry Awards, recognising achievement across 17 categories spanning primary producers, manufacturers, hospitality businesses, service providers, and individuals.
- New categories this year include the Marketing Impact Award, People & Culture Award, and an Innovation Award that encompasses advances in technology including AI, alongside a new State Contribution Award for interstate and international organisations with South Australian manufacturing operations.
- Premier Peter Malinauskas praised the finalists for creating local jobs, supporting communities, and promoting South Australian products both domestically and internationally.
- The Foodland Consumer Choice Award features a top 20 shortlist determined by public vote, giving consumers a direct say in recognising their favourite South Australian food and beverage brands.
- Winners will be revealed at the Awards Gala Dinner on Friday, 13 November 2026, at the Adelaide Convention Centre, where Hall of Fame and Business Excellence Award recipients will also be announced.
Adelaide, South Australia – From familiar South Australian brands to emerging businesses and rising industry talent, the finalists in the 2026 South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards have been announced today by Food South Australia.
Together, they reflect the strength and breadth of the state’s food and beverage sector, spanning primary producers, manufacturers, hospitality businesses and service providers, alongside individuals making their mark across the industry.
This year’s Awards recognise achievement across 17 categories. The new Marketing Impact and People & Culture Awards celebrate how businesses connect with customers and invest in their teams, while the Innovation Award encompasses advances in processes and technology, including AI. The State Contribution Award acknowledges interstate and international organisations making a significant contribution through their South Australian manufacturing operations.
Food South Australia CEO, Tori Dixon-Whittle said the finalists reflect the excellence and ambition that have established South Australia as one of the world’s leading food and beverage regions.
“South Australia produces exceptional food and beverages and has earned international recognition for its quality, provenance and innovation,” Ms Dixon-Whittle said.
“What continues to impress me is the drive across the sector – businesses are innovating, expanding into new markets and continually lifting the benchmark. This year’s finalists demonstrate the depth of talent and enterprise we have here in South Australia.
“Being named a finalist is a significant achievement, and I congratulate every one of them.”
Premier Peter Malinauskas said the finalists were showcasing the best of South Australia’s food and beverage industry.
“South Australia is home to some of the best food and beverages anywhere in the world, and that reputation has been built by the people and businesses recognised today,” the Premier said.
“These businesses are creating local jobs, backing our communities and putting South Australian products on tables here at home and around the world.
“I congratulate every finalist on their achievements and the contribution they are making to our state.”
The list of finalists also include the top 20 brands in the Foodland Consumer Choice Award, determined by public vote. The category gives consumers a direct say in recognising the South Australian food and beverage brands they know and love.
Winners will be announced at the Awards Gala Dinner on Friday, 13 November 2026, at the Adelaide Convention Centre. This year’s theme, Time to Shine: Celebrating Achievement. Inspiring Excellence., will shine the spotlight on the people, businesses and achievements shaping the future of South Australia’s food and beverage industry. The Hall of Fame and Business Excellence Award recipients will also be revealed during the evening.
For Awards information and Gala Dinner tickets, visit safoodbevawards.com.au.
2026 Finalists
(Listed alphabetically)
Open Business Awards
Business Improvement Award – Sponsored by VISY
• Comfresh
• Good Country Hemp
• Ricca Coffee Co.
• Slape & Sons
• The Family Cook
• Tucker’s Natural
EatDrink Local SA Award – Sponsored by SA Produce Market
• Beresford Estate
• Bollywood Bites
• Coopers Brewery Visitor Centre
• Mayfair Bakery and Patisserie
• Overland Corner Hotel
• Plenty Catering Co.
• Prancing Pony Brewery
Emerging Business Award – Sponsored by La Casa Del Formaggio
• Brian’s Butcher Shop
• Señor Mexican
Export Award – Sponsored by the Department of State Development
• Bickford’s Australia
• Blue Lake Milling
• Continental Taralli Biscuits
• Mayfair Bakery and Patisserie
• The Yoghurt Shop
Innovation Award
• Dinko Tuna Farmers
• Harris Smokehouse
• Legacy Food Group
• Mayfair Bakery and Patisserie
Marketing Impact Award
• Barossa Fine Foods
• Vok Beverages
• Continental Taralli Biscuits
• KIN Seafood
• It’s Olio
• Skara Smallgoods
New Product Award – Sponsored by Foodland Supermarkets
• Harris Smokehouse (Everyday Wild Smoked Salmon)
• JNR Food Co.
• KIN Seafood (Australia’s Premium Southern Bluefin Tuna Pantry Range)
• La Casa Del Formaggio (Mozzarella Stretchy String Sticks)
• Little Eaters (Artisan Pasta Range)
• Mayfair Bakery and Patisserie (Gluten Free Baked Beerenberg Cheesecake)
• MBL (New Butcher’s Banquet Sauces)
• Tucker’s Natural (Crackers Value Packs)
People & Culture Award – Sponsored by Adelaide University
• Fleurieu Milk Company
• Golden North
• Harris Smokehouse
• Maggie Beer Products
• The Family Cook
• The Yoghurt Shop
Primary Producer Award – Sponsored by Thomas Foods International
• @Lenswood Pick Your Own
• Dinko Tuna Farmers
• Endersby Group
• Gumshire Pork
• Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co.
Service Provider Award – Sponsored by MBL
• Cold Logic
• Fridge It Logistics SA
• HMPS
• Summit Laboratory Services
State Contribution Award – Sponsored by Ingham’s Australia
• Baiada Poultry
• Perfection Fresh Australia
• Safcol Australia
Sustainability Award
• Besa Juice
• Blue Lake Milling
• Comfresh
• Harris Smokehouse
• Prancing Pony Brewery
• Slape & Sons
Individual Awards
Leader Award – Sponsored by Bickford’s Group
• Marco Staltari (Nonna’s Cucina)
• Phil Donnelly (Mayfair Bakery and Patisserie)
• Sam Tucker (Tucker’s Natural)
Next Generation Award – Sponsored by Macro Group Australia
• Ben Walter (Mitolo Family Farms)
• Emanual Alemshet (Vili’s Family Bakery)
• Joseph Skara (Skara Smallgoods)
Publicly Voted Award
Consumer Choice Award (Top 20) – Sponsored by Foodland Supermarkets
• Ashton Valley Fresh
• Continental Taralli Biscuits
• Enzo’s at Home
• Fleurieu Milk Company
• Frantic Whisk
• Gumshire Pork
• Haigh’s Chocolates
• Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co.
• Kytons Bakery
• La Casa Del Formaggio
• Little Eaters
• Maggie Beer Products
• Mike’s Beef Jerky
• Nippy’s
• Prancing Pony Brewery
• Rohde Egg Co.
• Skara Smallgoods
• The Family Cook
• Tweedvale Dairy
• Vili’s Family Bakery
Industry Nominated and Judges Award categories
Recipients of the Hall of Fame Award (Sponsored by San Remo) and Business Excellence Award will be announced during the Awards Gala Dinner on Friday, 13 November.
About us:
About Food South Australia
Food South Australia is the state’s independent, membership-based peak industry body for the food and beverage sector. It supports manufacturers, processors and producers to build capability, develop markets and make valuable industry connections, and advocates for the sector.
Food South Australia delivers the South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards with the support of the Government of South Australia through the Department of State Development.
For more information about Food SA, visit: www.foodsouthaustralia.com.au
Contact details:
- For media enquiries, contact: Monica Horak on - Phone: (08) 8303 9435 or Email:
