Our Story

Poachers Pantry, located just outside of Canberra, is a family owned and operated business led by Susan and Robert Bruce.

The business began in 1991 after Susan and Robert decided to convert the Bruce family’s grazing property into a location that was perfect for a traditional country smokehouse.

Since then, the business has grown to incorporate its own cool climate wine range, farm shop and cellar door and a successful café, function space and wedding location – all set in the glorious surrounds of the original weatherboard farmhouse.

Our history

1991

Poachers Pantry smokehouse opened, with the aim of producing restaurant quality smoked goods that would be revered by home cooks and chefs alike.

1998

Poachers Pantry smoked goods were sold direct to the public from the smokehouse door.

The Wily Trout Vineyard was planted, with the aim of complementing the growing Poachers Pantry range with a selection of top quality cool climate wines, produced by some of the Canberra District.

2002

Poachers Pantry Smokehouse Café was opened, bringing together the food, the wine and the stunning countryside to create the perfect venue for a relaxed country interlude.

Our present

Poachers Pantry has earned a reputation for its quality products and wonderful food and great customer service.

The Poachers Pantry range of smoked goods are now sold to Australia’s leading restaurants, enjoyed by Qantas travellers and are available to buy at a growing number of quality grocers in the ACT, NSW and Victoria.

Poachers Pantry employs locals and supports farmers and producers all over NSW and Victoria.

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