2026 Food and Beverage Industry Hall of Fame Breakfast

Food and Beverage Industry Hall of Fame Breakfast – Celebrate excellence and forge connections.

Are you ready to be inspired by the best of South Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing industry? The Hall of Fame Industry Breakfast is your exclusive opportunity to connect with iconic industry leaders, gain invaluable insights, and celebrate excellence.

The conclusion to the 2025 South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards Program, the Hall of Fame Industry Breakfast, is set against the stunning backdrop of The Sanctuary at Adelaide Zoo. This event brings together South Australia’s most iconic, award-winning businesses and the broader food and beverage community. As our special guests, South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards Hall of Fame inductees will play host at each table, offering an insider’s perspective on the innovation, dedication, and leadership that define their success.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with Hall of Famers during live Q&A and roundtable discussions, gaining valuable insights from those who have shaped and continue to lead the industry.

The morning’s highlight will feature the 2025 Hall of Fame Inductee, Slape & Sons, in a candid on-stage conversation with Food South Australia CEO, Tori Dixon-Whittle.

Slape & Sons are a 3rd generation family-owned and operated South Australian business. With Decades of steady growth, it is with great pride that Philip and his sons along with the support of the team, have been able to take what was once a humble butcher shop to the nationally recognised business it is today.

Why Attend?

• Celebrate the achievements of South Australia’s food and beverage trailblazers.

• Connect with iconic industry leaders and fellow professionals.

• Enjoy a delicious menu crafted from premium South Australian producer products.

• Be part of a vibrant community that champions innovation, quality, and sustainability.
  

Who Should Attend?

Anyone with a passion for food and South Australia’s thriving food and beverage industry. Whether you’re from the food and beverage industry, a supporter of local products, or someone keen to celebrate the achievements and innovation of our industry, this event is for you.

Hall of Fame Inductees

• Slape & Sons (2025)

• Vili's Family Bakery (2024)

• La Casa Del Formaggio (2023)

• Mitani Group (2022)

• Macro Group Australia (2021)

• Mitolo Family Farms (2020)

• Barossa Fine Foods (2019)

• Balfours (2018)

• Nippy’s (2017)

• Golden North Ice Cream (2016)

• Almondco Australia (2015)

• Maggie Beer Products (2014)

• Menz Confectionery (2013)

• Haigh’s Chocolates (2012)

• Thomas Foods International (2011)

• Beerenberg Farm (2010)

• Michael Angelakis AM (2009)

• Drakes Supermarkets (2008)

• Bickford’s Group (2007)

• San Remo (2006)

• Coopers Brewery (2005)
  

South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards Program

Proudly hosted by Food South Australia, the South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards have been celebrating excellence in our state’s food and beverage manufacturing sector for over 25 years. These prestigious awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding achievements of businesses across the entire value chain—from paddock to plate—and acknowledge both established leaders and emerging innovators across the industry.

Don’t Miss Out!

Tickets are limited, so secure your place today and be part of this inspiring celebration of industry excellence that will set the scene for the year ahead.