Who we are

Founded by Dave, an accountant who spent 20+ years in boardrooms before deciding life was too short for bland lunches and boring meetings.

Frustrated by how hard it was for visitors to experience authentic Australian food, he created something refreshingly different. Today, The Australian Food Guy offers unique tours, award-winning hampers and catering that celebrate bush tucker and the bold producers shaping Australia's food future.

Proudly partnered with ATEC and Destination NSW, we’re the only food experience in Sydney offering a turnkey, native-first approach. Made for discerning travellers and adventurous food lovers alike.

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Why us?

  • Sydney’s Only Native Food Tour Company

    The Australian Food Guy is Sydney’s only food tour company dedicated exclusively to native Australian cuisine. Taste rare delicacies wild native herbs you won’t find on any other Sydney food tour.

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  • Exclusive Access

    Go behind the scenes to meet passionate local founders, Indigenous producers, and master storytellers who bring Australia’s native food culture to life.

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  • Trade Ready & Commissionable

    Designed for Inbound Tour Operators (ITOs) and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) who need commissionable rates, seamless Sydney tour logistics, and lightning-fast replies. Ready to book and sell.

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  • Award-Winning

    Voted TimeOut’s #1 Picnic Hamper in Sydney and featured on top travel platforms like TripAdvisor and Airbnb Experiences, we’re proud to deliver 5-star native food adventures that guests rave about.

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Meet the team

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Gemma (Anthropologist. Nature Guide)

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Alex (Outdoor Educator. Climbing Nut)

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Brona (Logistics Ninja)

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Emmet Marsh

Matt (Nutrition Advisor. Personal Trainer)

David Pham (Founder, Native Food Nerd)

Contact us

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