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Meet our latest Food SA member including a Q&A.

Rainbow Fresh is a South Australian family owned business.

The Giangregorio family have been primary producers on the Adelaide Plains at Lewiston for over 30 years, and have specialised in gourmet lettuces for the past 15 years.

Romeo Giangregorio, General Manager, shares his insights into his favourite SA food product, his top 3 business tips, what inspires him about his work and the qualities he tries to cultivate in the company.

Over the years Baylies product range has become quite diverse.

Baylies make a range of products from Lavash to Christmas Cakes to Lemon Tarts.

Angela Bell, Sales Manager for Baylies shares her insights into her greatest challenge, three things you may not know, and a favourite SA product.

Thornby Farm Produce is a family owned and operated SA farming business specialising in the production of premium quality grain fed lambs that are available direct to butchers and supermarkets all year round.

Paul McGorman, Co-manager shares his insights into a vision for the SA food industry, inspirations and experiences and his top three business tips.

Kangaroo Island Free Range Eggs was established in 1992 by Tom & Fiona Fryar.

This is a family owned and operated company producing ‘true’ free range eggs, accredited by Humane Choice.

Tom & Fiona Fryar, Managing Directors share their insights on a vision for the SA food industry, greatest business challenge and three things you may not know about them.

Vella Pasta was founded in 2007 and manufactures a wide variety of pastas including: Ravioli, Tortellini, Gnocchi, Lasagna, Cannelloni and fresh sauces.

Products are sold in store (Campbelltown & West Lakes), on line, in Foodland and now in the freezer at Coles.

Sarah Vella, Director shares her insights into their greatest achievement, inspirations, top three business tips and what sums up Vella Pasta.

chocoMe is a family owned and run chocolate-manufacturing workshop in Adelaide which was established in 2011 with the audacious idea to create perfectly flavoured chocolates.

Since “perfect” means a different taste combination for everyone, we are able to produce more than 60 million chocolate-topping combinations with the finest selection Belgian chocolate.

Owners, Laszlo and Andrea Simko, share their insights into what’s great about the SA food industry, inspirations, and their secrets to producing innovative successful products.

Created in South Australia’s Riverland using our backyard wood fired oven, Backyard Bread is a family owned business producing an innovative range of delicious, handmade gourmet breads, gently sliced into bite sized pieces and baked until crunchy.

Complimented by a range of gourmet spreads, our naturally flavoured range of products feature premium ingredients gathered from our local Riverland growers and producers.

Colleen Johnson, Owner and producer shares her insight into what’s great about the SA food industry, the greatest achievement, what best sums up the business and how she maintains her passion.

With 23 years involvement in the olive industry Diana Olive Oil is a proud producer of consistent award winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Our commitment for perfection is appreciated by consumers and chef’s in Australia and abroad.

Owner, Vincenzo Scarfo shares his insights into what’s great about the SA food industry and a vision, his greatest challenge and maintaining passion.

Enzo’s at Home specialises in take home meals which embrace the ideals of traditional home cooking.

A family owned andoperated business which follows the simple principles of producing the highest in quality hand made products without the addition of harmful additives, Enzo’s at Home is following age old traditions in recipes and cooking techniques for premium eating experience, and supporting local produce.

Alex Fazzari, Franchise Manager shares his insights into what’s great about the SA food industry, how the passion is maintained and his top three business tips.

Australian Carob Company grow carob trees based on quality taste, and in doing so are able to produce top quality tasting carob products which are mostly processed on farm.

The advantage of processing and packing on farm is that there is no possibility of cross contamination with other products.

Michael Jolley, Director of Australian Carob Company shares insights into his greatest challenge, top three business tips, and how he maintains the passion for producing products.

Spring Gully Foods is a South Australian manufacturer of pickled vegetables, condiments and jams, enjoyed by people all over the world.

We are committed to our strong family traditions and time honoured recipes.

Russell Webb, Brand and Contract Coordinator shares his insights into what’s great about the SA food industry, the greatest challenge, how passion for producing is maintained and a secret to successful innovative products.

La Casa Del Formaggio is a family owned and operated company that supplies a range of fresh cheeses that include Bocconcini, ricotta, mozzarella, haloumi, fresh pecorino, goat’s milk cheese and more.

We pride ourselves on our traditional values and handmade cheesemaking techniques that have given us the quality and consistency that we are known for.

Claude Cicchiello, Managing Director of La Casa Del Formaggio shares his insight into what’s great about the SA food industry, his favourite product, top three business tips, and passion for producing products.

Rinaldi Confectionery is a small manufacturer of multi-award winning honey nougats, which are available throughout Australia.

The genesis of our honey nougat range is being faithful to the original methods and techniques of making nougats, by combining natural ingredients and using specialised equipment to authentically create special treats.

Roberto Rinaldi, Director shares his insights into what;s great about the SA food industry, his greatest challenge, an experience he’ll never forget and what inspires his work.

Tucker’s Natural is dedicated to producing premium quality, all Australian and all natural products for the global retail and food service industry.

Tucker’s Natural – naturally better for you!

Sam Tucker, Managing Director shares his insight on what’s great about the SA food industry, his greatest achievement, top business tips and inspiration.

Handmade cheese from our farm. This Jersey dairy farm located in Mount Jagged, near Mount Compass, on the Fleurieu Peninsula (17 km from Victor Harbor) is where the McCaul family produces award-wining hard style cheeses and luxury dairy products, using high quality, rich creamy milk.

The range uses traditional methods supported with the combined knowledge of four generations of dairy farmers and cheese-makers.

Krystyna McCaul, Director shares her insights into what’s great about the local industry, how they maintain their passions, a few things you may know know about them and what sums up their business.

The South Australian Prawn Cooperative Limited, ‘Aussea’ brand is now the leading supplier of South Australian King prawns.

Our company is solely owned and operated by SA prawn fishermen.

Rick Mezic, Marketing Seafood Trader at SA Prawn Cooperative shares his insights on his inspirations, greatest achievement and his top three business tips.

Pangkarra Foods is a family owned and operated company based in the Clare Valley. Five generations of the Maitland family have been producing quality cereals, legumes and export hay. Today they also produce premium wholegrain dry pasta and quality wholegrain durum flour.

Pangkarra pasta is made from 100% natural ingredients, high in fibre, low in fat, low GI and is an excellent source of antioxidants and phytonutrients.

Katherine Lindh, Marketing Manager shares her insights on what’s great about our industry, her inspirations and what positive qualities they cultivate in the company.

With over 100 years of family business experience, Robern Menz is one of the State’s most experienced and innovative food manufacturing companies.

Robern Menz iconic brands include Menz (FruChocs and Crown mints), Robern (Fruit Snacks) and Medlow Fine Gels.

Philip Sims, CEO of Robern Menz shares his insights into the companies greatest challenges and achievement and favourite SA product.

Angelakis Bros. is a third-generation family business employing the latest technology in all facets of processing, marketing and distribution of our seafood, poultry and game products.

We are retailers, wholesalers and have a national and international reach as importers and are committed to quality and customer service.

Michael G. Angelakis AM JP, Managing Director shares his insights into what’s great about the SA food industry, future opportunities, his inspirations and the qualities he cultivates in his company.

Nippy’s Fruit Juices Pty Ltd is a 100% South Australian family owned company producing a vast range of fresh juices, flavoured milks and other beverages.

In 2011 Nippy’s is proudly back to using locally-grown and fresh fruit for all its products for the first time in several years after drought and water costs reduced the volume available.

Jeff Knipsel, Managing Director shares his insights into what sums up his company, the greatest challenge and achievement of Nippy’s and his favourite food.

Thistle Be Good produces a range of three dukkah, three ready to cook risottos and three ready to cook couscous and will be re-releasing our rub range later this year (honest!).

Operating since 2002 and in the past 8 months (thanks to new product ranges), Thistle Be Good’s turnover has grown by almost 100%!

Jacqui Good, Owner provides her insights into what’s great about the SA food industry, greatest challenge, three things we may not know about Thistle Be Good and the qualities she cultivates for her company.

Golden North is a South Australia iconic premium quality ice cream company with a manufacturing facility based in the township of Laura, 230 kilometres north of Adelaide and is the largest employer in the town.

Famous for their creamy vanilla and honey flavoured ice creams, iconic Giant Twins and an ever growing range of foodservice lines, Golden North continues to grow into new markets.

Peter Adamo, General Manager shares his insights on what’s great about the SA food industry, his top three business tips, and Golden North’s greatest achievement and challenge.

MOO Premium Foods is a South Australian company passionate about creating the best products in Australia.

Our range of award-winning, premium dairy products are sold throughout the SA based retail market and we are excited to be venturing interstate this year.

Mick Sanders, Managing Director and owner shares his insights on the companies greatest achievement and challenge, positive qualities and favourite SA products.

Olga’s Fine Foods is a medium sized family owned meat-processing company that has been supplying quality meat products to South Australia for over thirty years.

We currently supply our fresh value added meat products such as chevapchichis, sausages, burgers and patties and crumbed lines including schnitzels products to major supermarket chains, food distributors and retail shops in most states throughout Australia.

George Ujvary, Managing Director shares his insights on the SA food industry including his vision and what’s great, his work inspiration and favourtite local product.

The Mitolo Group is Australia’s leading potato and onion packing company as well as producing premium wines and Extra Virgin Olive Oil under the Mitolo Wines and ollo brands.

The business is family owned and run with farms located in Virginia, the Riverland, the Mallee and McLaren Vale.

Frank Mitolo, Sales & Marketing Director shares his insights on the key aspects of producing innovative successful products, what inspires him about his work, what best sums up Mitolo Group and three things you may not know about them.

Originally established in 1991 as a Mexican food commissary, Mexican Express has since then evolved into an industry leading Australian food manufacturer, pioneering the way for liquid cheese, dairy and tomato based sauces.

Driven by innovation, sustainability and the pure hunger to produce outstanding products, Mexican Express has recently acquired the latest food processing technology along with equipment which includes the only Shaka retort found in the Southern hemisphere to propel us onwards and upwards.

Ian Young, Managing Director of Mexican Express shares his insights on what’s great about the SA food industry, his work inspiration and predictions for food trends in 2011.

Kytons bakery is a family owned business, established in 1938 and while best known for its multi-award winning lamingtons and hot cross buns, they make a whole range of other products too.

Products are available through community fundraising drives, selected Foodland and gourmet stores, Kytons retail outlet at Edwardstown and are expanding into the interstate gourmet market.

Sharon Sutton from Kytons Bakery shares her insights on what’s great about the SA food industry, her motivation and three things you may not know about the company.

Barossa Fine Foods is Australia’s Most Awarded smallgoods maker with six shops around Adelaide and national distribution to both the retail and food service sectors.

The business is owned by Franz and Barbara Knoll and is managed by their four sons who work together to help grow the business.

General Manager of Barossa Fine Foods, Stephan Knoll (and our new Vice Chair) shares his insights on the SA food industry and the greatest challenges and achievements of running a successful food company.

From its humble beginnings in the Adelaide Hills, Beerenberg Farm has become a household name in Australia since their first batch of strawberry jam was made in 1971.

With more than 60 products including jams, marmalades, chutneys, sauces and marinades, pickles, dressings, dessert sauces and olive oil which can be found in 24 countries, on major airlines and in more than 300 hotels, Beerenberg is an icon.

Managing Director Anthony Paech (and our new Chair) shares his insights on industry and running a business, as well a few of his favourite products.