What’s On
Fine Food Australia is so much more than just a trade exhibition. It’s a four day celebration of new ideas, innovations and techniques, and the perfect opportunity to see first-hand what’s next for the food industry. Check out what's featuring this year at the show.
AIFST Convention - co-located
Focused on providing tangible and practical information to assist businesses in responding to today's current operating environments.
Australian Culinary Challenge
Chefs, trainees and apprentices competed for a share of up to $10,000 in cash and prizes.
Australian International Tea Expo - co-located
Explore the latest trends, experience global coffee and tea culture, compare and taste teas, connect with suppliers and learn more about the industry.
World Trophy of Pastry, Gelato and Chocolate
Considered to be the most important event in the international pastry industry, the event brings 16 countries together to compete for the title of World Pastry Champion– and this year the selections to represent Australia were at Fine Food Australia.
Bake Skills Australia
Apprentice bakers from each state compete in a live bakery challenge across a variety of product categories.
Belcolade International Master Chocolatier Stephane Leroux
His masterpieces are too beautiful to touch... almost! Fine Food 2018 was lucky enough to have Stephane Leroux demonstrate what can really be done with chocolate.
Café Stage presented by Freedom Foods
Leaders in the industry run interactive masterclasses and discussions to provide you with new ideas and inspiration to take back to your café.
Coles Meet the Buyer Event
Connect with key executives from Coles and secure a one-to-one meeting for your business.
FIAL Innovations Zone
Derived from research between government, food and agribusiness, meet the innovations in the industry that will grow Australian food in the global marketplace.
Fitout & Design
Find all you need to fitout, refurb, rethink or redesign your venue.
Innovations in Patisserie Stage
Gain expert advice, learn new techniques and be inspired by leading pastry chefs.
Lions' Den
Take your chance to pitch your business idea to Fine Food Australia’s line up of industry-leading, experts to win money-can't-buy industry defining awards for your business.
Live Bakery
See the experienced EOI bakery team showcasing new recipes, baking demonstrations and offering expert advice to bakers.
Nestlé Golden Chef’s Hat Award National Final
See finalist teams cook-off live in front of an industry audience in entrée, main and dessert course categories.
Pizza & Pastry Revolution
The Le 5 Stagioni Pizza Competition takes place at with 5 categories. See who gets crowned the World Pizza Championship Australia!
Start-Up Zone
This new zone is dedicated to start-ups breaking into the foodservice and hospitality industry.
Talking Food Stage
Listen to a line-up of industry insiders as they share their experience, knowledge and provide great new ideas for your business.
The Official Great Aussie Pie & Sausage Roll Competition - Stand HN48
The annual competition will once again pay homage to Aussie’s much-loved icon, the perfect pie. The competition is open to all pie making professionals across Australia.
Women in Foodservice Charity Event
This intimate brunch celebrates women in the food industry with key successful speakers sharing their journey on how they got to where they are today. All profits are donated to charity.