Fine Food Australia 2026

Fine Food Australia is the country’s largest trade exhibition for the food service, hospitality and retail industries and alternates between Sydney and Melbourne annually.

In 2026, Fine Food Australia will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 31 August to 3 September. The event presents new and innovative products from around Australia, as well as live demonstrations, masterclasses and industry recognised competitions. A strong international business presence further elevates the event, creating exceptional opportunities for networking and global exposure.

The event will provide a platform for Tasmanian food and beverage businesses to discover new export or growth opportunities, ignite business conversations, foster face-to-face connections with quality decision-makers, and find and discuss opportunities for collaboration with like-minded businesses. A strong focus on international markets is expected this year, with a significant Austrade and international buyer presence likely to attend.

Trade Tasmania invites established Tasmanian food and beverage businesses who are ready to grow their domestic and international trade, to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to attend Fine Food Australia under the TASMANIAN banner.

Established or export-ready Tasmanian businesses with capacity and ambition to further expand both their domestic AND international presence will be considered favourably.

Submit your expression of interest

Interested businesses are encouraged to submit their Expression of Interest by Monday, 11 May 2026.

*Please note that EOIs for attendance at this trade show will be accepted from individual commercial businesses only.

The EOI process will be competitive. EOI selection criteria will include:

  • Export readiness to supply to BOTH domestic and international markets.
  • Fit to target buyer channels (retail, foodservice, etc).
  • Production capacity and ability to meet buyer minimum order quantities and lead times.
  • Likelihood of commercial outcomes (existing buyer interest, distributor leads, scalable opportunity).
  • The ability to showcase, promote and strengthen the TASMANIAN brand.

Please note Tasmania’s participation at the Fine Food Australia 2026 will be subsidised by Trade Tasmania, however, there will be a participation cost of $2,500 (plus GST) to each participating business.

Further Information

  • Expressions of interest will remain confidential and are non-binding.
  • Your expression of interest does not guarantee participation in the tradeshow.
  • EOIs for attendance at this trade show will be accepted from individual commercial businesses only.
  • Priority will be given to those likely to achieve commercial outcomes or strengthen the TASMANIAN brand in-market.
  • An invitation will be issued to successful businesses.
  • Selected businesses will be responsible for organising, confirming and paying for
    • their delegate’s flights, accommodation and on-ground costs
    • freight logistics, additional storage, and any on-stand equipment in addition to what is provided
    • any complementary ingredients to accompany showcased products or samples
    • company specific marketing collateral for use on the stand, all equipment necessary for sampling, including not but not limited to knives, toothpicks, plates, cutting boards, etc.
  • Selected businesses will be responsible for maintaining
    • company staffing on the TASMANIAN stand during exhibition opening hours
    • ensuring all products and samples are within use by dates for the term of the event.
  • If your business is selected to participate on the Tasmanian stand you must use complementary Tasmanian ingredients, where possible, to accompany your main product showcase. Alternatively, you may be asked to use an unbranded product.
  • Selected businesses may be required to participate in trade show preparation training as a condition of acceptance.
  • Selected businesses may be provided with further opportunities for in-market activities arranged by Austrade and/or Trade Tasmania. Please note that a separate expression of interest may apply for these opportunities, if available.
  • Selected businesses will be responsible for the participation cost of $2,500 (excluding GST) plus the cost of any special equipment rental.

Please contact trade@building.tas.gov.au with any enquiries.