Is there anything better than seeing the buds begin to form and flowers starting to bloom, letting us know that Spring is here and better weather is just around the corner? What better way to relish the change of season than by getting outside in the clean, crisp air, and enjoying a good old fashioned Canberra picnic full of Gourmet Food & Drink.
To give you a helping hand on what to pack for a stylish picnic, we’ve put together a collection of talented Australian makers, who offer the right combination of things to complete your picnic experience. All of the makers below will be at our Handmade Canberra Spring Market on the 21-22 September 2024. You can see the full list of designers and producers attending our next market by visiting the market lineup.
Delicious Picnic Foods:
Remi and Florence Bakehouse create cookies to die for, with mini bite sized versions presented in cute dessert cups perfect for snacking or sharing. Brownies, Cinnamon Scrolls and Brownie Bites are also Remi and Florence Bakehouse’s specialty and their flavour range will have you wishing you could try them all.
Sweet Addiction Confectionery make premium Australian made chocolates and confectionery. With generous coating of chocolate covering many of their products, they are sure to delight. The perfect treat to enjoy, share or give as a gift.
Refreshing Picnic Beverages:
Cheeky Rascal produces 100% real fruit, real flavour alcoholic blends with no artificial concentrates, flavourings, colours, or additives which are gluten free and vegan friendly. Their fresh fruit is acquired from local and Australian farmers, creating beverages that are clean, crisp and vibrant.
AZTECA Margarita create handcrafted margarita mixes. A feel good, all natural product with no sugar, no preservatives, no colours and no additives. Their flavours include Grapefruit & Hibiscus, Smoked Jalapeno and their most popular, the Classic Lime margarita mix. All mixes are paired with a complimentary salt mix to make the perfect margarita.
The Tulloch Wines story began in 1895 when John Younie Tulloch accepted an unusual settlement of a debt; a 43 acre property at Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley. He set about rejuvenating the vineyards, and so began the proud family tradition that continues today. Since then Tulloch have been crafting wines & experiences that reach beyond the bottle for over 125 years and four generations.
Stylish Picnic Wares:
Nestled along the breathtaking South Coast of NSW, you’ll find Belinda Doyle, an Australian photographer and artist. Her expertise lies in the art of capturing the mesmerizing allure of the coastal landscape through her lens and crafting exquisite resin homewares.
Gail Clayton Design hand crafts wooden spoons, small bowls, miniature vases, serving boards & other pieces for the home. All created out of recycled timbers obtained from family, friends & other sources. Each piece is individually crafted by Gail in the family shed at Lake Conjola. She is passionate about what she creates and loves the story behind each piece.
Sustainable Wraps has been created by two sisters who are passionate about the planet. They make beeswax wraps which are a compostable product that is an alternative to single use plastics. They started their business by putting together two spare resources from their other activities- bee keeping and sewing.
Looking for more inspiration on what to pack for a picnic and unable to get to the market? Browse our online directory to find more Australian made items to take on your next Canberra picnic.
