With deep rich soils, a sub-tropical climate spanning over two thousand square kilometres of coastline and lush green pastures, food shopping on the Sunshine Coast is a foodie paradise. It’s all about bustling farmers markets, cellar doors with hinterland views, farm stores, roadside stalls and White's IGA stores that support local producers through their Locavore program. From the sea to the hills, we’ve spotlighted some of the best spots in Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry where you can fill your basket.
Looking for a more comprehensive list of Sunshine Coast based food producers, growers and processors? Make sure to check out the Sunshine Coast Food Directory for an A-Z list of makers and producers to shop from.
Farmers' Markets Abound
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Eumundi Markets
Eumundi Markets are one of the largest artisan markets in the Southern Hemisphere, famous across the
Eumundi
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Gympie Showground Farmers Market
Supporting providers of fresh produce, great takeaway food, handmade goods, beautiful plants, and mo
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Maleny Sunday Market
Maleny Sunday Market is open 8am to 2pm. It is undercover, so it is open rain, hail or shine. Stalls
Cellar Doors and Farm Stores
Food and Drink
Dingo Creek Vineyard
Dingo Creek Vineyard is nestled on 26 picturesque acres in the beautiful Noosa hinterland. The vi
Food and Drink
Maleny Food Co
The Maleny Food Co. story began in 2001 when it was founded as Colin James Fine Foods with gelato an
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The Ginger Factory
Open daily with free admission the iconic Ginger Factory is one of the Sunshine Coasts most popular
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Nutworks
Nutworks is situated at Yandina, across the road from the Ginger Factory. Visitors are welcome to un
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