Brisbane’s tastiest Saturday is back and it’s bringing the region’s most sought-after producers to your doorstep. On Saturday, 24 May, the Farm Gate to City Door Brisbane Market at Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct will transform the boardwalk into a bountiful celebration of all things delicious, fresh, and local.
When: Saturday 24 May | 8 am–12 noon | Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct
What to Expect at the Farm Gate to City Door Brisbane Market
This seasonal Brisbane market brings together 10 top Scenic Rim producers offering their finest goods—from farm-direct meats and artisan dairy to handcrafted bath and body products, jams, honey, olive oils, and native bush foods.
And in a Brisbane first, you can try a truly indulgent creation: Butter Popcorn Jersey Girl Ice Cream from Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, made with a full kilo of cultured Jersey butter and paired with organic heirloom popcorn grown by sixth-generation farmer Harry Tommerup.
It’s a salty-sweet, red gum-smoked masterpiece—and it’s only available in limited supply, so get in early.
Kay and Harry Tommerup outside their Scenic Rim producers Brisbane market stall.
Q&A with Kay Tommerup: “From Our Paddock to Your Pantry”
Kerry Heaney: Kay, you’ve become a familiar face at these markets. What keeps you coming back to Brisbane with your produce?
Kay Tommerup: Honestly? It’s the people. Some of them have stayed on our farm before, and others just love what we do. They can’t always get to the Scenic Rim, so this market brings a bit of our farm to the city. We see familiar faces lining up first thing, eager to stock up. It’s like a little reunion every time.
Kerry: This market, you’re bringing something new and a little bit decadent…
Kay: Yes! Our son Harry has been working hard on growing heirloom popcorn and a beautiful glass gem corn—it’s like a kaleidoscope, absolutely stunning. He’s totally committed to regenerative and organic farming, which we’re so proud of. We’ve taken his popcorn and turned it into something special: Butter Popcorn Jersey Girl Ice Cream.
Kerry: Wait, you put actual popcorn and butter into the ice cream?
Kay: We do! It has cream, almost a kilo of our cultured Jersey butter, and Harry’s own popcorn. The red gum smoked salt gives it this subtle savoury edge that cuts through the richness. It’s outrageous. Thank goodness it only comes in small tubs—although some people definitely take two.
Kerry: You’ve done seasonal flavours before, haven’t you?
Kay: Always! That’s part of the fun. At Christmas, we had Dave’s mum’s Christmas pudding folded through. Before that, there was a port chocolate ice cream. We like to match the flavours to the season and the ingredients we have on hand. It keeps things interesting for our regulars, too.
Kerry: And this ice cream is just one of the reasons to get to the market early, right?
Kay: Absolutely. We bring limited quantities because we’re a small farm, not a mass producer. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. That’s the nature of seasonal, small-batch food. It’s what makes it special.
Kerry: What are your top tips for anyone heading to the market for the first time?
Kay:Come early. Seriously—if you want the good stuff, be there when the gates open. Bring an esky. You’ll find produce, meats, cheeses, and more that really need to stay cool.Talk to us. Ask questions, especially if you’re unsure how to use something. We love helping people get the most out of our products.
Kerry: You mentioned using Wild Foods’ Warrigal Greens Pesto after the markets—what’s your go-to recipe?
Kay: Oh yes, that’s our ritual. After a long market day, I cook some chicken breast, slice it up, and toss it through pasta with a big spoonful of Warrigal Greens pesto and our own Jersey crème fraîche. Simple, delicious, done.
Kerry: It’s such a privilege to meet producers like you in person.
Kay: That’s what makes this market so special. It’s not just shopping—it’s a connection. You get to hear the story behind the food and take that story home with you.
RELATED POST – From Farm to Table: How Tommerup’s Dairy Farm is Redefining Sustainable Agriculture
From butter-churned ice cream to heirloom popcorn and organic cornmeal, Tommerup’s Dairy Farm offers a delicious slice of Scenic Rim goodness at their bustling Brisbane market stand.
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From Paddock to Popcorn: The Tommerup Legacy
At Tommerup’s Dairy Farm, innovation doesn’t mean forgetting the past—it means embracing it. This sixth-generation Scenic Rim farm blends old-world techniques with regenerative agriculture in a way that’s both deeply nostalgic and refreshingly modern.
It all began in 1929, when Dave Tommerup’s grandfather, Harold, first used a corn planter pulled by draught horses to sow corn in the paddocks. By the 1950s, Harold had modified the planter to work behind a tractor, and for decades, corn was planted and harvested by hand. A 1933 farm diary entry proudly notes the family pulled 186 rows—around 15 acres—by hand.
Fast forward to now, and Harold’s great-grandson Harry Tommerup is planting the same crop—but with a twist. Using the original 1929 planter, hitched to a David Brown tractor once owned by Harold himself, Harry planted a quarter-acre experimental crop of heirloom popcorn and glass gem corn, completely organically, as part of the farm’s rotational grazing program.
And yes, he harvested all 700 cobs by hand, just like his ancestors.
The results? A brilliant new chapter in the Tommerup story. The popcorn has found fame as a base for the farm’s show-stopping Butter Popcorn Jersey Girl Ice Cream, while the glass gem corn, with its rainbow-coloured kernels, has been hand-shelled and milled into rustic cornmeal at Salisbury Mill. You’ll spot its unique coloured flecks through the meal—a visual reminder of its heritage.
Each pack of cornmeal includes a recipe for cornbread, perfect with jam, butter, or alongside a steaming bowl of soup.
And it doesn’t stop there. In keeping with the Tommerup family’s full-circle farming philosophy, the leftover cobs have been turned into natural firelighters, delicately scented with lemon myrtle and kaffir lime leaves from Harry’s Paddock. It’s a nod to Harold’s own tradition of soaking cobs in kerosene to light the wood stove—a stove that still warms the family home to this day.
You’ll find Harry’s heirloom popcorn, cornmeal, Butter Popcorn ice cream, and natural firelighters at the Farm Gate to City Door Market—a delicious, sustainable story in every bite (or spark).
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Who You’ll Meet at the Brisbane Market
Here’s a taste of the Scenic Rim producers you can expect:
- Tommerup’s Dairy Farm – Heirloom popcorn, cornmeal, seasonal ice cream
- Valley Pride Produce – Fresh, seasonal vegetables
- My Mountain Farm – Goat milk soaps and skincare
- Wilde Foods – Native pestos like Warrigal greens
- Vanbery Jam Co. – Rosella pastes, cordials, and jams
- Summer Land Camels – Camel milk dairy, feta, and skincare
- Cauldron Distillery & Tamborine Mountain Distillery – Boutique spirits
- Olive View Estate – Premium olive oils and condiments
- Be All Natural – Honey, beeswax, and natural skincare
Crisp, colourful and straight from the soil—Valley Pride’s seasonal vegetables are a Brisbane market favourite.
Top Market Tips
- Want the best from this pop-up paradise? Here’s how to shop like a seasoned food lover:
- Come Early – Specialty items sell out fast.
- Bring an Esky – Especially if you’re after dairy or meat.
- Ask Questions – Farmers love to share tips on how to cook or serve their produce.
- Shop With the Seasons – Build your meals around what’s fresh on the day.
- Make it Social – It’s not just about food; it’s about stories, community, and connection.
Golden, unfiltered and straight from the hive—Beel All Natural’s raw honey captures the rich floral notes of the Scenic Rim in every jar.
Why You’ll Love This Brisbane Market
- Unique Flavours – Limited edition seasonal treats like popcorn ice cream and rosella jams.
- Meet the Makers – Shake hands with the people who grow, raise, and craft your food.
- Support Local – Every purchase supports Queensland farming families.
- Small Batch Goodies – No big box, no mass production—just premium handmade products.
- Sustainable and Regenerative – Many producers use ethical and eco-friendly methods.
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The Details
Where: Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct
When: Saturday 24 May, 8am–12 noon
Entry: Free – just bring your appetite and a roomy bag!
This is your chance to stock the pantry, meet the region’s food heroes, and taste your way through Queensland’s most productive food bowl—without leaving Brisbane.
Fragrant, natural, and beautifully handcrafted, My Mountain Farm’s goat’s milk soaps make every day a little more luxurious.
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