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On Thursday, 3 October, Melbourne Royal announced the results of the 2024 Australian Food Awards, celebrating Australia’s finest food producers. This year’s competition saw top-quality entries evaluated by a panel of industry experts, with each product blind tasted and judged on their own merits against a set of criteria.

Del Bocia is a family-run business based in Coburg North, VIC, producing premium butter that combines traditional Italian methods with high-quality Australian cream. Founded by Alberto Borghi, the company has quickly made a name for itself, winning two medals at the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards -- Gold for Unsalted Butter and Bronze for Salted Butter.

Among the exceptional winners, Inglenook Dairy from Dunnstown, Victoria, stood out once again, taking home the Champion Milk Trophy for their Low Fat Homogenised. Melbourne Royal had the opportunity to speak with Rachael Peterken of Inglenook Dairy, where she shared what this recognition means for her business, the importance of the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards, and her experience at the 2024 Trophy Presentation.

One of the standout winners was Gelato Gelato from regional Victoria, which took home the trophy for Champion Australian Small Dairy Producer as well as Best Gelato. Melbourne Royal had the chance to speak with Stephanie Lewis of Gelato Gelato, who shared what this achievement means for their business, the significance of the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards, and her favourite moments from the 2024 Trophy Presentation.

Saucy Wench took home Best Dressing. Melbourne Royal had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa, the founder of Saucy Wench, who shared the impact of this award on her small business, the importance of the Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards for artisanal producers, and her unforgettable experience at the 2024 Trophy Presentation.