Producer’s Kitchen

Find gourmet inspiration at the
Producer’s Kitchen

Be inspired at the Producer’s Kitchen this year as we celebrate an abundance of Goulburn Valley produce and learn how our presenting chefs have a deep commitment to culture, community and Australia’s ethical food systems.

Joined by our MC, Helen Waterworth, each session explores the stories behind the region’s food, wine and more, showcasing how local ingredients come to life in the kitchen.

Learn new techniques and be inspired to experiment with regional flavours at home.

Producer’s Kitchen 2026

Introducing to the Producer’s Kitchen for 2026…

Elise Pulbrook

Of Italian and Sri Lankan heritage, and a semifinalist in the 2021 MasterChef kitchen, Elise is no stranger to flavour. Drawing on her heritage and love of food, Elise sources local and seasonal produce to deliver fragrant, flavoursome combinations. Inspired by a deep commitment to culture, community and Australia’s ethical food systems, what Elise has in store for the Producer’s Kitchen goes right to the heart of wholesome, heartfelt cooking, and those visiting the Producer’s Kitchen will be in for a treat.

On the menu -

Field and forage: Venison and mushrooms

River to Roots: Trout and local leaves

Heritage with heart: Homestyle pasta

Joined in 2026 by Producer’s Kitchen veterans MC Helen Waterworth and The Meat Room’s, James Mele.

Past guests, chefs and producer’s in the kitchen!

Sweet Strokes

Presented by Maddy Eliason, eli & sun

A cookie masterclass for the young and young at heart, making cookies the canvas for art. This workshop will demonstrate how art can come in many different forms, and a canvas is only limited by the artists’ imagination!

Drizzle & Sizzle

Presented by Mat Lumalasi and Vanessa Kwiatkowsi, Melbourne City Rooftop Honey

Explore the colour, flavour and floral notes of local honey with cooking techniques and unexpected pairings that unlock the surprising diversity of nature’s original sweetener.

Beer ‘n Bangas

Presented by James Calin, Tooboorac Brewery and James Mele, The Meat Room

Learn how to infuse sausages with a splash of Tooborac beer. With bold brews, butcher’s know-how and a bit of backyard swagger we’ll take your BBQ game to the next level.

Zest & Zing

Presented by Sarah Gough, Box Grove Vineyard and Geoff Kruck, Kruckys Fine Foods

Turn local, homegrown citrus into liquid gold with homemade limoncello recipes and techniques. Learn how to make it, serve it (spritzed, sipped or savoured), and transform leftovers into dreamy sorbet.