EatDrink Local Award

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Shining the Spotlight on Local

The South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards have long celebrated excellence in South Australia’s food and beverage manufacturing sector, recognising achievements across the industry, from primary production and food and beverage producers to industry service providers.

We are excited to announce the return of the popular EatDrink Local Award (EDL), sponsored by MBL. For its second year, this category will shine a spotlight on South Australian foodservice businesses and hospitality venues that actively support and showcase locally produced food and beverages on their menu.

MBL, a trusted partner in the food and beverage industry with deep roots in South Australia, is proud to sponsor this award. MBL offers a wide range of quality packaging, products, ingredients, and equipment, with a focus on sustainable solutions. Their commitment to local initiatives and sustainable practices aligns perfectly with the ethos of the EatDrink Local SA program which has encouraged consumers for over a decade to support venues that highlight local produce. By sponsoring this award, MBL continues to champion local businesses and sustainable practices, reinforcing their dedication to the South Australian food and beverage sector.

We are thrilled to present this award and celebrate the businesses that proudly showcase South Australian produced products.

  • Supporting South Australian food and beverages starts with knowing where to look and what to look out for. EDL SA points patrons in the right direction and offers a sense of confidence in knowing that when you see the EDL SA logo, they are supporting businesses who celebrate and champion our incredible South Australian food and beverages.

  • Winners

    PARC Bar & Brasserie (Metro Winner)
    Watervale Hotel (Regional Winner)

    Winners were announced at the Awards Gala Dinner on Friday 22 November 2024.

    Finalists

    A Prayer for the Wild at Heart, Adelaide
    ES Pizza, Lobethal
    Market & Meander, Adelaide
    PARC Bar & Brasserie, Adelaide
    The Salopian Inn, McLaren Vale
    The UPPside Restaurant & Wine Bar, Penwortham
    Watervale Hotel, Watervale

  • The following types of foodservice businesses offering foodservice are eligible to submit a nomination for the EatDrink Local SA Award:

    • Restaurants, Cafes, and Pubs

    • Cellar Doors (including Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries)

    • Catering Businesses

    • Accommodation (e.g. Bed & Breakfasts, and Hotels offering foodservice )
      Experiences (e.g Agritourism Experiences and Cooking Schools).

  • To be considered for the EatDrink Local SA Award, the nominee will be able to demonstrate the following:

    1. The business is located in South Australia (metro or regional)

    2. Is a current participant in the EatDrink Local SA program (or has recently submitted a registration form).

    3. Can demonstrate a commitment to supporting South Australian producers (e.g sourcing, menu creation etc).

    4. Can show some commitment to sustainability practices.

  • There are many benefits for foodservice businesses submitting a nomination, and potentially becoming a finalist or a winner:

    • It's a chance to be recognised for supporting local South Australian food or beverage producers.

    • Be recognised for any sustainability practices you have implemented.

    • Both metro and regional foodservice businesses will be recognised.

    • Use finalist or winner status for promotional purposes.

    • It's free to complete a nomination.

    • Finalists receive a free ticket to attend the Gala Dinner at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 14 November 2025.