In this episode of HerStory, I’m joined by Tiani Le Var, founder of OMGrazing and winner of the 2025 ALIBI Awards Phoenix Award. Tiani shares the moment her business was born and when she couldn’t find a local caterer for her baby shower and decided to create the solution herself.

The twist? The same week she chose to start, she was made redundant from her corporate job and instead of panicking, she took it as the push she needed. What began as a bold idea turned into a thriving business offering everything from grazing boxes and wedding proposals to corporate events and large-scale grazing tables.

We also talk about the real behind-the-scenes of growth: raising two kids, building a business that relies heavily on word of mouth, and staying grounded through challenges by leaning on community support. If you’ve ever been told “no,” this episode is a reminder that your next step might be the one that changes everything.

What You’ll Learn in Episode 66

• How OMG Grazing started (and why there was a gap in the market)

• Building a business while pregnant and navigating redundancy

• What a grazing cart is and why it’s a game-changer for events

• Growth, overwhelm, and the support systems that make it sustainable

• Networking and visibility tips for small business owners

• The must-haves for the perfect grazing board (hello triple cream brie)

You know how sometimes the best things in life are born out of the toughest moments? That’s exactly how OMGrazing AU began.

I’m Tiani Le Var, and I started OMGrazing back in 2022 — six months pregnant, raising my daughter, and trying to rebuild my life after a really hard chapter. What began on my kitchen bench has grown into this beautiful, thriving little business that creates luxe grazing tables, event setups, and our signature grazing carts all across South East Queensland.

But honestly, it’s never just been about the food. For me, it’s about connection — bringing people together, celebrating community, and showcasing the incredible local producers and makers we have right here in our region.

Every graze tells a story. I’ve been lucky enough to see OMGrazing AU recognised along the way — winning the Phoenix Award at the 2025 ALIBI Awards, and being a finalist for both the Bright Spark and Young Trailblazer categories. But the real win for me has been proving that no matter where you come from or what you’ve been through, you can turn your story into something beautiful.

I like to think OMGrazing is more than just cheese and crackers — it’s about resilience, creativity, and a whole lot of heart. And yes… I’m a little bit obsessed with a good cheese pun too.

Find Tiani:

Wesbite – www.omgrazing.com.au
Instagram – www.instagram.com/omgrazingau
Facebook – www.facebook.com/omgrazingau
Tiktok – www.tiktok.com/omgrazingau

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