Taste of Jefferies | Blackburn’s Neighbourhood Food & Wine Festival

Jefferies sits just off the main drag in Blackburn, a suburb with a quietly passionate food scene and a loyal local following. The festival atmosphere is friendly and unpretentious, with stallholders keen for a chat and happy to share what they know. Expect a mix of artisan makers and familiar faces, plus a steady hum of acoustic music in the background. If you live in Melbourne’s east or want to skip the city crowds, this is a relaxed, walkable event perfect for families, couples or anyone who loves sampling without fuss. It’s smaller than the big city festivals but that’s the charm: you’ll actually get to meet the people behind the produce and enjoy a slower pace.