dandenong market, dandenong — mamma knows east

We love a visit to the market. The freshest of foods, the local suppliers and all the bargains to be had - especially when buying in bulk. Dandenong Market is the largest fresh food market in the south east and is a Mamma fave. Storeholders continue to operate and are working hard to ensure all visitors are covid safe while stocking up for their weekly shop.

Whether it is fresh fruit and veg, meats and seafood, breads and biscuits, the most amazing varieties of spices, books, clothes, toys and more - you are sure to find what you are looking for here at this 153 year old market. With so much variety in the one place, you’ll be able to stock up on plenty of your favourites just in one visit - did you know that you can even freeze your fruit and veg?

Before you load your treasures into the car, you HAVE to make sure you pick up some lunch and even some pre-prepared meals from the Market Square. The street food is phenomenal and the good-old Dandee Doughnuts is a tradition that can't be skipped. You also have to try a sugar cane juice, a super food drink that is super delicious when mixed with ginger, chilli and kumquat. But also, be sure to grab some amazing soups, handmade dumplings, the amazing curries, or even a slice of a Dandy Burek.

Mamma's special mention: Dandenong Market also have a call and collect service in place for select retailers. Customers simply phone or email their order through to their favourite trader on Wednesday or Thursday, pre-pay over the phone, then head to a priority queue to pick it up anytime on Friday.