Frank's Cider
Frank’s Cider is a multi-award-winning range of clear, sparkling ciders made from 100% Tasmanian apples, pears, cherries, and raspberries. The Clark family has grown apples and pears in Franklin, in Tasmania’s Huon Valley, since 1836, with the cider named after Frank Clark, a third-generation orchardist who planted many of the trees still harvested today by the fifth and sixth generations.
Lil’ Lizzies Kitchen
Lil' Lizzies Kitchen creates jams, chutneys, relish sauces, cakes and biscuits the good old- fashioned way, full of fresh rich, nostalgic flavour. Proudly supporting local farms across the Huon area, including Willie Smith's, The Green Cherry Shed, Honey Pot & Wolfe’s Berry Farm. Lil' Lizzies Kitchen brings a taste of the Huon with homegrown goodness to every jar and bake.
Amy & Ella’s Handmade Earrings
Amy & Ella's Handmade Earrings is a heartfelt Tasmanian business based in the beautiful Huon Valley. What began as a creative connection between mother and daughter has grown into a thriving small business celebrating individuality and creativity. Each piece is lovingly handmade using high-quality polymer clay, resin and hypoallergenic findings. The Huon Valley's peaceful surroundings and lush landscapes inspire the colours, textures and calmness reflected in every unique design.
Summerleas Distillery
Summerleas Distillery is a boutique, family-owned gin distillery established in 2018 in the southern foothills of Mt Wellington and is recognised as one of Tasmania’s premier gin-only producers. Using locally sourced and home-grown botanicals, their award-winning London Dry gins have earned national and international gold medals and are featured in a range of fresh, handcrafted cocktails.
Kung Fu Canteen
Kung Fu Canteen (Kung Fu Dumplings) serves handmade dumplings with fresh, punchy flavours. They’ve created a special dumpling for the festival featuring Huon Valley free-range pork, paired with complementary local ingredients such as apple or seasonal vegetables. Finished with their house-made dipping sauce, it’s a delicious way to let the region’s produce shine in every bite.
Waji Food
Waji Food is led by chef and founder Waji Spiby, with over 35 years creating innovative, high-quality contemporary cuisine. This year, they’re showcasing local scallops from The Channels Garth Seafood, served on the half shell with a Thai crust and finished with Waji’s palm sugar dressing—one of the delicious highlights on their menu this year.
‘Zen Gelato
Born and raised in the picturesque Huon Valley, ‘Zen Gelato's Rebecca only came to understand its true beauty after spending time living elsewhere. Coming home opened her eyes. With deep respect and gratitude, she now honours her privileged birthplace by showcasing the exquisite plant life that flourishes throughout this slice of paradise. ‘Zen Gelato celebrates the unique flavours of the Huon Valley, transforming locally grown botanicals and produce into artisan gelato that captures the essence of the region.
Stukies Brewing Co
Stukies Brewing Company is a family-run craft brewery based in Kingston, Tasmania, founded by a father and son-in-law who turned a homebrewing passion developed during COVID lockdowns into a commercial brand. They currently produce two core beers—a clean, crisp Modern Lager and a bright, fruit-forward Pale Ale—both designed to pair well with food and casual occasions.
Michelle Winter Jewellery
Michelle Winter lives in the forests of Nicholls Rivulet and has called the Huon Valley home for over 30 years. Inspired by Tasmania’s landscapes, she handcrafts jewellery in 100% recycled sterling silver, featuring mountain range silhouettes. She also fossicks and polishes Tasmanian gemstones, setting them into unique, Huon Valley-made designs.
T-Bone Brewing Co
T-Bone Brewing Co. crafts flavour-driven beers from their Huntingfield brewery in the Channel region. For three years, they've been producing balanced, approachable beers full of character. Taking a hands-on approach from recipe creation to packaging, T-Bone delivers memorable brews designed for casual drinkers and craft enthusiasts alike.
Ivy Lane Espresso
Ivy Lane Espresso is an independent coffee stall serving freshly brewed coffee crafted from locally roasted Zimmah beans. They care for the environment and your caffeine needs, delivering quality coffee with every cup. Perfect for keeping you energised while you explore all that A Taste of the Huon has to offer.
Pink Buns
Pink Buns brings a vibrant fusion of Asian methods and Western techniques to A Taste of the Huon, transforming classic cuisine into modern culinary art. All their Bao Buns are lovingly handmade with natural phytochemicals and are free from artificial colours. This year, Pink Buns is proud to showcase their signature Huon Valley Lavender Bao Bun, highlighting the beautiful local lavender from our region.
Love Thy Lava
A family-run business from the Huon Valley, creating unique hand-burnt designs on wool and vegan suede hats—no lasers, all original—plus stunning crystal-beaded jewellery. Joining in is Noah, 10, who built his own brand of quirky T-shirts featuring his fun cartoon designs. The apple and Tassie devil are crowd favourites! Authentic, handmade, and proudly Tasmanian.
Tassie Sweet and Savoury Stix
Tassie Sweet and Savoury Stix is a Tasmanian-owned business passionate about using local produce. At A Taste of the Huon, they're serving their famous twisted potatoes with a new smaller kids’ size. This year, they're featuring gourmet seasoning choices from Channel-based Smoked Salts Tasmania, including Pepperberry, Lemon Pepper, Truffle and Garlic—a tasty treat for the whole family.
Satinwood Creations
Satinwood Creations is a producer of leather goods from the Huon Valley. Every piece is handmade, hand sewn and designed by Christine utilising only full grain cow and kangaroo leather. Christine produces a large range of products that includes purses, handbags, bracelets, belts plus one of her favourites, lots of costume masks and so much more.
Pure Mist Gin
Pure Mist from Geeveston is a multi-award-winning water and gin producer with a focus on 'Mist Water Extraction' in the winter months of the Huon Valley. They are twice winner (2023 and 2025) of the Fine Water Society's World's Best Sparkling Water. They are winner of the 2025 International Water Tasting Competition Guangzhou and winner of the 2024 Distilled Spirits Awards for their Lemon Myrtle, Mediterranean and Raspberry straight gins and G and T, Raspberry Gin and Lemonade premixed products.
Canopy Ice Cream
Handcrafted in Tasmania, Canopy turns the best local ingredients into small-batch flavours that celebrate the seasons. This year, they're presenting two signature Huon Valley flavours: Blueberry & Lavender made with organic blueberries from Something from the Ground (Grove) and lavender from Campo de Flori (Glen Huon), and Apple Brandy infused with Willie Smith's Apple Brandy (Grove). Every element is rooted in the region - from hand-harvested lavender to artisanal spirits. More than dessert; they're a spoonful of the Huon Valley.
L’appel Wines
L’appel Wines is the wine project of emerging Tasmanian vignerons Bart Johnston and Jess Nuel. Sourcing fruit from highly regarded plots around Tasmania, including the Huon Valley, regional expression is at the core of the L’appel suite. Their winemaking is light-handed, with wild-fermented, unfiltered wines.
Huon Valley Lavender Farm
Marcelle and Kristoff are fourth-generation farmers growing lavender in the Huon Valley. They hand-harvest and small-batch steam distill on-site, then rest their oils to deepen their aroma. Qualified aromatherapist Marcelle formulates their award-winning lavender oil and kid-safe blends. Every product is crafted from planting to bottling, simple, truthful and kind to both people and place.
Chilean Cuisine Tassie
Chilean Cuisine Tassie brings the authentic flavours of Chile to Tasmania with their delicious handmade empanadas. This family of six crafts traditional pastries using fresh Tasmanian ingredients. From the classic Pino carne to vegetarian and vegan options, they offer something for every palate. This year, they're featuring cheese from The Bruny Island Cheese Co. in their signature beef and cheese empanadas, delivering a taste of South American culinary heritage with a local twist.