About Taste of Queensland 

Taste of Queensland (ToQ) is a flagship Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) initiative that connects Queensland exporters with international buyers, importers and distributors. An ongoing, multi-faceted program comprising inbound and outbound delegations, trade shows and activations, it showcases Queensland’s world-class food, beverage and agribusiness products, creating valuable opportunities to build partnerships and expand into global markets.

At the heart of the Taste of Queensland program, international buyers are hosted in Queensland to connect with exporters, discover their products and experience the true ‘taste’ of the state. 

Taste of Queensland showcases the best of Queensland’s food and agriculture sector, positioning the state as a trusted global supplier of high-quality products. Delivered through TIQ’s global and regional networks, the program engages buyers across key international markets while supporting exporters to grow in new and established markets.


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Taste of Queensland at Fine Food Australia 2026, Melbourne 


TIQ is bringing Taste of Queensland to Fine Food Australia 2026, with a dedicated presence on the trade floor and a program of targeted events designed to connect Queensland exporters with international buyers.

Fine Food Australia will be held in Melbourne from 31 August to 3 September and will provide a high-impact platform for exporters to showcase their products, build brand awareness and engage directly with international buyers, importers and distributors.

Buyers will experience Queensland’s premium products firsthand, meet the people behind their exceptional quality, and learn more about their origins.

International buyer engagement will be facilitated through Austrade’s Business Matching Program and complemented by targeted activations and networking opportunities throughout the week.

For Queensland businesses 

Queensland agrifood businesses attending Fine Food Australia are encouraged to connect with us and be part of the Taste of Queensland program. 

TIQ can help maximise your presence at the event. Businesses can: 

  • take advantage of TIQ’s partnership with the Austrade international buyer matching program 
  • be included in curated TIQ and Austrade networking and promotional activations 
  • host meetings with international buyers in TIQ’s QueensLand of Opportunity lounge 
  • gain additional exposure and visibility as a member of Team Queensland at the event. 

TIQ is working closely with Austrade and industry partners to ensure local businesses are well-positioned to make meaningful commercial connections, helping you to export, grow and succeed.

For International buyers 

International buyers are encouraged to connect with TIQ through their local in-market team to be part of Taste of Queensland 2026 at Fine Food Australia. 

Your local TIQ representatives can support your participation in the Austrade Buyer Program and help you maximise your experience at the event. 

Through the Taste of Queensland 2026 program, international buyers can: 

  • connect with leading Queensland exporters in the lead up to and during Fine Food Australia 2026
  • participate in Austrade-led business matching opportunities tailored to your sourcing needs 
  • access curated networking events and targeted activations 
  • sample premium, high-quality Queensland products during the trade show.

About Fine Food Australia 

Fine Food Australia is the largest food industry trade show in the southern hemisphere, attracting over 26,000 trade visitors from more than 50 countries each year. 

In 2026, the event will be held from 31 August to 3 September at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), Victoria, Australia. 

The event showcases the latest innovations across the food and beverage sector, providing a platform for industry professionals, suppliers and buyers to build commercial partnerships.

Taste of Queensland at global agrifood events throughout 2026-27 


Showcasing Queensland's world class food and beverages on the world stage 

Taste of Queensland will also feature at major international agrifood trade fairs and events through to June 2027. Keep an eye out for announcements over the course of the year, or connect with TIQ through your local in-market team to discuss Taste of Queensland activations in your region.

Taste of Queensland inbound delegations

TIQ supports inbound programs for international buyers to sample products, meet with exporters and tour world class agrifood regions across Queensland.  

Contact us for more information.

Richard Thayne 
A/Director, Food and Agribusiness - Trade and Investment Queensland 
Email: richard.thayne@tiq.qld.gov.au 
Phone: +61 419 864 871 

Simon Tarmo 
A/Manager, Food and Agribusiness – Trade and Investment Queensland 
Email: simon.tarmo@tiq.qld.gov.au 
Phone: +61 473 907 994

Past Taste of Queensland programs - 2024

Taste of Queensland 2024 championed the best of Queensland to 111 international and 50 domestic senior buyers from 19 markets around the world. They connected with over 160 local businesses which featured in the six-day program.

During the inbound program, buyers met Queensland exporters, built relationships, participated in business matching meetings and sampled delicious products. 

Buyers also visited exporters’ site operations, enjoying exclusive behind-the-scenes tours and gaining insights into their production methods and techniques while experiencing the incredible diversity of regions across our state.

Buyers sampling Queensland produce during Taste of Queensland.


As the largest domestic food and beverage export showcase TIQ has ever delivered, the program featured: 

  • a product showcase and tradeshow in Brisbane 
  • seafood in Cairns and the Sunshine Coast  
  • craft distilleries in Cairns   
  • fresh produce in Bundaberg   
  • beef, chicken and pork in Dalby and Toowoomba   
  • packaged food, beverages and wellness brands in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.  

Highlights from the Taste of Queensland 2024 inbound program


154 exhibitors

161 buyers  


24 site visits

Nine events 

Past Taste of Queensland programs - all years 

2024 

Taste of Queensland 2024 championed the best of Queensland to 111 international and 50 domestic senior buyers from 19 markets around the world. They connected with over 160 local businesses which featured in the  six-day program.  

As the largest domestic food and beverage export showcase TIQ has ever delivered, the program featured:

  • product showcase and tradeshow in Brisbane 

  • seafood in Cairns and the Sunshine Coast 

  • craft distilleries in Cairns  

  • fresh produce in Bundaberg  

  • beef, chicken and pork in Dalby and Toowoomba  

  • packaged food, beverages and wellness brands in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. 

2023

In August 2023, Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) hosted a five-day intensive inbound beef buying mission involving 22 international beef buyers from China, Hong Kong, Japan and Vietnam. This mission created connections and meaningful engagement between these buyers and Queensland beef producers, and included a series of presentations, site visits, and events across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Darling Downs and Toowoomba. 

TIQ hosted a Taste of Tropical Queensland Showcase in Cairns in May 2023. The event attracted 500 attendees, including 80 buyers, 32 exporters, government officials and industry leaders. To date, the event has generated $978,000 in export outcomes. 

2022

In November 2022, TIQ hosted a Taste of Queensland Showcase across various locations including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba. This four-day event attracted over 70 international buyers, resulting in a significant $10.4 million in export outcomes.

2019

Back in October 2019, the inaugural Taste of Queensland Showcase brought together more than 30 international buyers. This event generated 13 export outcomes worth $6.48 million for Queensland's food and beverage businesses. 

Connect with Queensland exporters

Taste of Queensland attracts Queensland companies that have strong food safety standards and offer premium products that meet international requirements. Find out more about what Queensland exporters have to offer below.

Success stories

Hear from Queensland business owners who have showcased their products at Taste of Queensland. 

Golden Falafel

Yatala-based Golden Falafel makes 10,000 of the tasty products each hour and overseas markets are keen to get their hands on them.

Grandad Jacks 

Less than five years after Granddad Jack’s was born on the Gold Coast, their handcrafted spirits are now being enjoyed in countries around the world.


Lime Caviar

When Ian Douglas’s near five decades long career as a barrister came to an end, he wasn’t quite finished achieving all his career goals.