Stirring Up Bold Flavours with The Tasty Spoonful
If you’ve wandered through the Manning Road Farmers Market and caught a whiff of something rich, nutty, spicy—and totally addictive—chances are, you’ve found yourself at The Tasty Spoonful. Created by the ever-passionate Brooke Murphy, this small-batch food brand has quickly built a reputation for delivering big flavour in every spoonful.
From Digital Strategy to Kitchen Alchemy
Before launching The Tasty Spoonful, Brooke worked behind the scenes of the food world as a digital marketing and social media manager for a leading food magazine. Combine that with experience as a permaculture teacher, naturopath, and health food retail expert, and you’ve got a founder who knows her way around flavour, food systems, and how to make nourishment exciting.
Her love of cooking, sustainable sourcing, and creative experimentation came together in what began as a home kitchen hobby—and just a year and a half later, it’s a thriving WA-grown brand with thousands of jars sold and stockists across the state.
A Heart-Led Approach to Flavour
What makes The Tasty Spoonful stand out? Brooke describes it as a "heart-led celebration of flavour, health, and sustainability." Every batch is handmade, thoughtfully sourced, and infused with a deep appreciation for seasonal produce, fusion flavours, and naturopathic principles.
Products aren’t just designed to taste good—they’re built on values. Where possible, Brooke incorporates Australian native ingredients and WA-grown produce, including WA lupins—one of the state’s most underrated, protein-rich legumes—and ingredients from Gather Foods, a proudly Indigenous-run organisation.
Meet the Bestsellers (and Your New Pantry Staples)
At the top of the Tasty Spoonful flavour chart is the iconic Peanut Rayu—a crowd favourite known for its deep umami and satisfying crunch. Close behind is the Macadamia, Finger Lime & Honey blend, a uniquely Australian twist that brings zingy citrus and buttery nuts together in harmony.
But it’s Brooke’s latest creation that has tongues wagging: a nut-free Chilli Crunch infused with truffle and black garlic. Rich, bold, and full of umami, it’s completely unique and has already earned a loyal following.
Each product is designed not only to elevate your home cooking but to inspire confidence in the kitchen. And whether you’re topping dumplings, adding punch to a veggie bowl, or finishing off a creamy soup, Brooke’s blends are the kind of jars you’ll reach for again and again.
A Market Favourite with a Memorable Story
The Tasty Spoonful’s rise from home kitchen to cult status has been fuelled by rave reviews—and some truly unforgettable customer interactions.
“My favourite?” Brooke laughs. “A woman came running back to the stall after her first purchase just to announce, very loudly, that the product had given her friend Nina an orgasm. She was buying another jar as a gift… obviously!”
But not every memorable moment is cheeky. One couple tracked her down after trying a jar on a trip to Margaret River, saying they couldn’t imagine their kitchen without it anymore. “They found me at the market because they ran out and had to restock,” Brooke shares. “That meant so much.”
Growing the Range and Embracing Winter
When Brooke first started out, she had just one product. Now, the range includes five, and with curated gift packs and a 10% discount on bulk purchases, The Tasty Spoonful is a welcome addition to any kitchen—or thoughtful gift box.
As we head into winter, it’s the perfect time to slurp soups, layer up dumplings, and heat things up with a spoonful of chilli oil. And you can bet Brooke is already planning her next kitchen experiments, with a small range of Asian fusion–inspired sauces currently in development.
Her goal? “To become a staple in households across Australia.”
More Than Just Great Taste
The Tasty Spoonful is also about connection—to community, to ingredients, and to the joy of shared meals. While Brooke runs the business full-time solo, she has plans to collaborate with other local makers and creatives. And she loves being part of the Manning Road Farmers Market community, citing the “buzz and warmth” of the market as a weekly highlight.
Where to Find The Tasty Spoonful
You can find Brooke and The Tasty Spoonful at Manning Road Farmers Market regularly—just follow the scent of sizzling flavour and the smiles of returning customers.
To explore her full product range or find your nearest stockist, visit:
thetastyspoonful.com
Stockists page
Instagram: @thetastyspoonful
Facebook: The Tasty Spoonful
