Tasting Australia 2017 Official Event Program

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Flinders Ranges and Outback

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Yorke Peninsula

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Fleurieu Peninsula

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Adelaide Hills

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After leaving school Pierre White moved to London at age 16 with little more than £7, a box of books and a bag of clothes. Marco’s determination led to his classical culinary

With this philosophy in mind, The Advertiser has teamed with TAFE SA’s Regency International Centre to create a series of hands-on cooking classes, featuring some of the State’s best known chefs and food heroes, as part of Tasting Australia. The L Plates classes, part of Regency’s Gastronomic Adventures program, will be practical and fun, with small class sizes (max 16) and plenty of time to hone techniques with our amazing team of mentors.

In this class, chefs and parents Scott and Emma share some of the simple yet delicious brunch dishes that have become their family favourites.

Normally seen spinning skewers behind the bar at the pint-sized Yakitori Takumi, Eddie Ye will explore soups, stews and even pastas cooked in Japanese homes for this class.

ASIAN VEGO Simon Bryant Here chef and Tasting Australia Creative Director Simon Bryant calls on miso, chillies and other ingredients from the Asian kitchen in vegetarian recipes that sing with flavour.

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OUT OF ALGERIA Azou Bouilouta (Le Souk) Azou will share the secrets of the exotic spice blends at the heart of a great tagine and the method for making couscous that is light and fluffy.

AUTUMN IN ITALY Salvatore Pepe

Brad Sappenberghs (Comida) Brad will share tapas treats using both fresh and preserved ingredients – perfect for easy entertaining.

SUPER SALADS Quentin Whittle (Stone’s Throw) Forget limp lettuce and soggy slaw.

Quentin Whittle’s salads are muscling up with satisfying mixes of vegies, grains, nuts and more that make them the main feature, rather than the support.

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(Yakitori Takumi)

(Pepe Cucina) Salvatore Pepe prepares a stunning Italian autumn dinner including a lesson about pasta in all shapes and sizes.

KNEAD TO KNOW Paul Beech One of the most popular classes from the past three L Plates. Learn the secrets of sourdough bread-making from Regency’s Chef Lecturer Paul Beech including ciabatta, Sicilian Altamura and your own mother starter. *Note: five-hour class.

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In 1987 Pierre White opened Harvey’s in Wandsworth Common, London, where he won his first Michelin star, the second following in just the next year.

Seven years later at The Restaurant Marco Pierre White in Knightsbridge the esteemed chef won his third star, thanks in part to the assistance of

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a young Jock Zonfrillo (Restaurant Orana & Tasting Australia Creative Curator).

Pierre White will be back in the kitchen at Tasting Australia with his protégé for the first time since their stint together at the Knightsbridge hotel.

“It’s always nice to see how some of the boys have developed their careers successfully and it’s a credit to their hard work and application,” Pierre White said.

“Jock is one of them and he is doing great things in Adelaide and I am looking forward to stepping back into the kitchen with him again.”

Pierre White’s regular television appearances as a judge and mentor have provided modern day chefs, cooks and food lovers with valuable insight to the workings of a world-class chef.

Feared. Revered. Focused.

At the heart of it all is a man who began his commitment to food as a teenager, and today – as a restauranteur and culinary identity – is still driven by good food and simple flavours.

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HEAT SEEKING Greggory Hill (Hispanic Mechanic)

YUM CHA Karena Armstrong

As the crowds that pack Mexican hot-spot Hispanic Mechanic will attest, chef Greggory Hill has a natural feel for working with the heat and nuances of the huge variety of fresh and dried chillies.

Stock up on the steamer baskets and prepare to wow your friends. Karena Armstrong shows how to make the dumplings, pork buns and other delicacies that kick off the menu at The Salopian.

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PLAYING WITH FIRE Matt Standen

Terry Intarakhamhaeng (Sukhumvit Soi 38)

(Pink Moon Saloon)

While still showing the vibrant sweet/ sour/salty balance that makes Thai food so appealing, Terry will showcase the food of Chiang Mai in the north which is unique, with influences from nearby Myanmar and Laos.

AFGHAN BANQUET Farida Ayubi (Parwana) A sell out last year, Farida Ayubi and daughter Fatema return for a class full of the exotic fragrances and generosity that make Parwana one of Adelaide’s most-loved restaurants.

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training as a commis under Albert and Michael Roux at Le Gavroche.

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Farida Ayubi (Parwana) and Terry Intarakhamhaeng (Soi 38).

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8AM-11AM JAPAN EASY Eddie Ye

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A ‘chef’s chef’, Pierre White was the youngest person ever to receive three prestigious Michelin stars at the age of 33. His protégés include Heston Blumenthal and Gordon Ramsay, though his legacy is immeasurable.

The best way to learn a new skill in the kitchen is to do it yourself.

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The Godfather of modern cooking makes his Adelaide debut; in 2017, Tasting Australia is proud to present Marco Pierre White as our very special guest.

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LET’S DO BRUNCH Scott Huggins (Magill Estate), Emma McCaskill

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Matt Standen, who uses a purpose-built wood oven in most of the dishes at Pink Moon Saloon, shares the secrets of grilling, smoking and slow cooking with the most primal of cooking methods.

MY WHEY Kris Lloyd (Woodside Cheese Wrights) Roll up your sleeves and be cheese maker for the day in this class led by Kris Lloyd and Regency’s Gina Dal Santo.

They will illustrate how to make a fresh feta using local Adelaide Hills cow milk.

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JOIN US I will never tire of talking about South Australia’s incredible produce, or our local food heroes who are the champions of our regions 365 days a year. They are the legends who make Adelaide the place to visit for awesome food and beverages.

But the city is just the start – get out to our regions; visit a farm and meet the producer, enjoy a wine masterclass or personalised tasting with the winemaker, harvest olives, make sausages or discover a regional gem.

This year Tasting Australia is making your epicurean journey so easy. We’re guiding you through the State by clustering events; start with us in the Barossa, cruise north to

the Flinders Ranges and Outback, head back to the coast for the freshness of the Yorke and Fleurieu Peninsulas before unwinding in the Adelaide Hills or lazing back on the Murray.

But you will be able to taste all of the regions in Town Square – both on the menu and in your glass.

We’re inviting you to get your mates together, experience something new, discuss the flavours and origins of our food and beverages and immerse yourself in our awesome food culture.

Simon Bryant, Creative Director

Tasting Australia is so important to me.

It’s about the public coming to listen to the great conversations, to take part in tasting all the amazing food and wine from the regions and supporting our growers, producers and restaurants.

FESTIVAL H I G H L I G HTS Want to immerse yourself in the country’s best food and beverage experiences?

Let Tasting Australia guide you along this journey of discovery, with South Australia as the perfect backdrop. There’s something for everyone – see some of our program highlights for 2017.

H ero i n es Ta b l e & H ero i n es So u l to G l ass Heroines Table: Thursday 4 May 6:30PM $150 The Salopian Inn, McLaren Vale Heroines Soul to Glass: Friday 5 May 5PM $65 Fall from Grace, Aldinga The Fleurieu Peninsula is truly special – where the rolling hills and vineyards meet the shore, this is an area full of local flavours from plate to glass. Start with Heroines Table at the iconic Salopian Inn where dinner will be prepared by two of the country’s best female chefs, Karena Armstrong and Alex Herbert, before a hearty discussion about female representation in the food and wine industry. The following day at Fall From Grace, South Australia’s top female winemakers, brewers and distillers will share their wares for a tasting with a feminine touch.

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Food is what makes me feel good – it’s the essence of life.

M a rco’s K itc h en Friday 5 May 12PM $285 Sean’s Kitchen, Adelaide

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He’s taken over kitchens around the world, but this time the legendary l’enfant terrible of the culinary world, Marco Pierre White, will be warmly welcomed into Sean’s Kitchen by Chef Sean Connolly. This never to be repeated dining experience will see Connolly recreating Marco’s most iconic recipes, with the master chef himself close at hand to provide guidance and share the personal stories and inspiration behind his culinary masterpieces.

It’s a super interesting time here in Adelaide with new cafes, restaurants and small bars. With world-class winemakers, brewers and distilleries all within 20 minutes of the CBD it’s fair to say we have plenty to discover.

I urge everyone with a taste for culinary excellence to embrace Tasting Australia 2017 – a week-long celebration of South Australian premium food and beverages.

membership of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network.

This year promises to be the best in the two-decade history of the festival.

And Tasting Australia, more broadly, adds to South Australia’s status – according to Lonely Planet – as one of the top five regions in the world to visit in 2017.

The program includes more than 100 events, a strong emphasis on the State’s regional areas and a number of new venues.

The State Government is proud to support Tasting Australia, and we hope you will come along, pull up a seat and join us at our table.

Its focus on wine complements and advertises Adelaide’s recently gained

Jay Weatherill MP, Premier

This energy comes in waves and for Adelaide the crest of the wave is almost here. Anyone visiting Adelaide can feel it, they can taste it and they can drink it.

It’s great to be cooking with a lot of my peers and people I really admire at Tasting Australia. They are interesting and talented chefs and it’s not often that we get to cook together.

Chef Quiz, hosted by the amazing guys at Fool Magazine, is one of my picks of the festival; that will be a real spectacle.

It’s a rare opportunity to see chefs as you would not normally see them – completely unfiltered and with nowhere to hide from the questions.

The collaboration dinners will be once in a lifetime – three great chefs collaborating and cooking for you in the Glasshouse Kitchen in Town Square.

And of course, to have Marco Pierre White in Adelaide for the first time is pretty cool. He has done so much for the industry over the years. It’s going to be fantastic to show him around South Australia while the State is buzzing thanks to Tasting Australia.

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C h ef Q u iz Friday 5 May 7PM $69 Town Square

Chaos. Competition. World-class chefs. Chef Quiz has got it all and more. See your favourite kitchen crusaders on stage and under pressure as they fight for glory (and dignity) in this raucous rabble of a trivia night hosted by Fool Magazine and Gourmet Traveller.

Play along in the crowd and solve questions about simple recipes, basic cooking skills and questions about the chefs themselves… chances are even they won’t know the answers.

Uraidla Local Produce Fair Saturday 6 May 10AM $8 Uraidla Oval, Uraidla

Sunday 30 April 3:45PM $65 Adelaide’s East End & West End Kick-start the week with a ‘blind’ tasting of top drops from the world’s Great Wine Capitals – including South Australia.

Experience regional expression, awaken your senses, expand your mind. Curated by The Fruitful Pursuit, presented by Primary Industries and Regions SA.

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Where better to taste the State’s delicious produce than direct at the source? Head to Uraidla in the beautiful Adelaide Hills for an authentic country experience: enjoy a local football game in between perusing stalls of local produce, artisanal cheese and honey, Adelaide Hills delicacies and regionally-made beverages.

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Saturday 6 May & Sunday 7 May FREE Westfield Marion, Tea Tree Plaza and West Lakes

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Westfield Mastercl asses with Sa m m y a n d B el l a

Join the winners of Channel 7’s My Kitchen Rules, sisters Sammy and Bella Jakubiak, for a series of insightful demonstrations. Appearing at a Westfield near you, Sammy and Bella will bring their simple approach, Polish heritage and love of fun food to the stage so you can pick up some recipe ideas and essential kitchen tips to revolutionise your day-to-day cooking.

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Tim Montgomery (Rascal, Newcastle) Wayne Brown (Hardy’s Verandah, Adelaide Hills) Lachlan Colwill (Hentley Farm, Barossa) Paul Baker (Botanic Gardens Restaurant, Adelaide)

Come and take a look inside our kitchen.

In 2017 Tasting Australia unveils its restaurant, Glasshouse Kitchen, where the world’s best chefs including Marco Pierre White, Ana Ros, Paul Carmichael and Clayton Wells will take residence at the pass.

Newcastle-based former Adelaide star Montgomery (previously The Manse) joins South Australia’s finest to serve an unforgettable showcase of the State’s greatest assets. Brown, who recently launched Hardy’s Verandah at Mount Lofty House, Colwill – the mastermind of the gastronomic great Hentley Farm and avid forager – and one of Adelaide’s best chefs Baker, will bring their own regional nous and innovative approach to this exciting collaboration.

Curated by Jock Zonfrillo, the Glasshouse Kitchen program features one powerhouse collaboration after another, culminating in a supreme feast – Chef’s Supper Club.

Experience the magic of culinary masterminds combined; the Glasshouse Kitchen will be a glowing mecca for the best food and beverages in Town Square.

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Lennox Hastie (Firedoor, Sydney) Duncan Welgemoed (Africola, Adelaide) Thi Le (Anchovy, Melbourne) An unparalleled passion for cooking with coal will bring together these outstanding Australian chefs. Hastie guided Asador Etxebarri (Spain) to a Michelin star before creating his own flaming flagship. Adelaide’s Welgemoed is known for his love of fire and his signature interpretation of his South African heritage through Australian eyes. Le offers a light touch as a counterpoint to these bold flavours, with a Vietnamese influence underpinning her perspective.

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Josh Niland (Saint Peter, Sydney) Analiese Gregory (Bar Brose, Sydney) Karena Armstrong (The Salopian Inn, McLaren Vale) Celebrating flavours of the sea, Sydney’s seafood king Niland joins two formidable women of the kitchen in Gregory and Armstrong. Known for their fresh, modern approach to food, these chefs are sure to push the boundaries and use Armstrong’s intel on the Fleurieu Peninsula to serve the region’s best products.

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T U ESDAY 2 M AY Marco Pierre White (United Kingdom) Clayton Wells (Automata, Sydney) Jock Zonfrillo (Restaurant Orana, Adelaide)

The greats align for a one-off experience.

Pierre White, who needs no introduction, joins his former protégé Zonfrillo – the trailblazer of Australian cuisine – and Wells who was crowned Hottest Chef of 2016 by The Weekend Australian.

Three powerhouse chefs and personalities at the pass creating a menu never to be repeated.

Guests will also receive a copy of Pierre White’s White Heat.

$275 (incl. drinks)

$95 (excl. drinks)

Cl ayton Wells, Automata (Sydney) Clayton Wells was named The Weekend Australian Magazine’s Hottest Chef of 2016, and has a work history that includes a bucket list of restaurants around the world. Wells has worked in kitchens at Quay, Tetsuya’s and NOMA, before his ultimate creation came to life; Automata in Sydney’s Kensington Street.

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Do you have an appetite to try dishes crafted by a host of the world’s best chefs? Hungry for one more bite from Ana Ros and Jock Zonfrillo? Chef’s Supper Club is the ultimate Tasting Australia event, showcasing guest and local talent alongside their favourite food that speaks to their origins. Join us for a decadent evening of food, beverages and exploration as you discover the true flavours of Tasting Australia 2017. A speakeasy, stand-up cocktail event, the evening will progress through individual servings from 20 chefs including Ros (Hiša Franko, Slovenia), Mitch Orr (ACME, Sydney), Nic Watt (Madame Hanoi, Adelaide) and Sean Connelly (Sean’s Kitchen, Adelaide) while beverages from East End Cellars will be in abundant supply. Dine, drink, and fulfill your food-oriented desires. Chef’s Supper Club is created by the best, from the best, just for you.

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TH U RSDAY 4 M AY WED N ESDAY 3 M AY Ana Ros (Hiša Franko, Slovenia) –bo, Paul Carmichael (Momofuku Seio Sydney) Jock Zonfrillo (Restaurant Orana, Adelaide) The World’s Best Female Chef Ros joins Carmichael and globally-acclaimed Zonfrillo for a full-flavoured dining experience. Three culinary game-changers in one kitchen at one time is sure to produce a menu – and an evening – to remember. Ros will bring her earth-inspired viewpoint to the table, Zonfrillo offers his signature skill with native and foraged ingredients while Carmichael has proven his influences from Barbados, New York and Sydney are the foundation for brilliant and surprising dishes. Together the three will underpin an Australian institution – the ‘anti wine show’ Hot 100 Wines – born through The Adelaide Review and commemorating 10 outstanding seasons in 2017.

This dinner is a wholehearted nod to the State’s most drinkable wines.

$250 (incl. matched tastings)

Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook, Melbourne) Cheong Liew (Adelaide) Nic Watt (Madame Hanoi, Adelaide) Asian cookery aficionados Liong, Liew and Watt join forces for an oriental feast. Liew, the founding father of Australian Chinese cuisine at The Grange (Hilton Adelaide), brings heritage and experience to the pass. But his flair for fusing different styles and flavours will be well matched by the new frontier of Liong and Watt. An exciting meeting of classic and contemporary with Chinese, Malaysian and Vietnamese influences peppered throughout.

$95 (excl. drinks)

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Ana Ros is a one-of-a-kind type of chef. She takes a zero-kilometre approach to cooking food at her restaurant Hiša Franko in Slovenia; all of her ingredients arrive on foot from within walking distance. Ros has run the kitchen at Hiša Franko in the Slovenian countryside for 16 years where everyone grows and cooks their own food – there isn’t even a produce store. And it’s exactly this that makes Ros stay. Ros, who is self-trained, was named the World’s Best Female Chef for 2017 by more than 1000 international industry judges for the World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards.

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Originally from the island of Barbados, Paul Carmichael is passionate about preserving tradition and bringing people together over food.

Carmichael studied at the Culinary Institute of America before moving to New York City where he worked in kitchens at WD-50, Asiate and Aquavit. Carmichael took the plunge and moved to Sydney in 2015 and became executive chef –bo, which was named 2016 at Momofuku Seio Gourmet Traveller Restaurant of the Year under Carmichael’s leadership in the kitchen.

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C H EF Q U IZ Friday 5 May 7PM $69 Chefs are known to be competitive perfectionists who claim to know it all. Chef Quiz will test that theory – and you can see it all unfold. Hosted by the team from Fool Magazine (Lotta and P-A Jorgensen) and Gourmet Traveller Australia’s Pat Nourse, Chef Quiz will be a right ruckus with chefs like Jock Zonfrillo, Paul Carmichael, Mitch Orr and Simon Bryant baring their brains for all to see. You will play along in the crowd – bring your mates or join a table on the night.

Chances are you’ll know more about simple recipes, basic cooking skills and straightforward trivia on these kitchen tyrants than they do. Kick some butt and be entertained by chefs as you’ve never seen them before.

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L I V I N G L I B R A RY Sunday 30 April, Wednesday 3 - Sunday 7 May FREE Meet your favourite food icons in the flesh, one-on-one, at Town Square’s Living Library.

Here Tasting Australia has compiled its own encyclopedia of expert knowledge for you to peruse, absorb and enjoy in a private meeting. Check the daily diary to see which chef, winemaker, producer or artisan will be in Town Square and book an appointment in the calendar. Have you always wondered how chefs are inspired when creating new menus? Do you want to know how to make the perfect jus for your next dinner party? Why do chefs always travel with their knives? This is your chance to get answers from the country’s best talent. Small groups welcome. The Living Library will also be home to our on-site café and book signings throughout the week.

The heartbeat of Tasting Australia in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga; the eight-day hub of fine food and beverages.

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Devised by the brilliant team behind East End Cellars and The Tasting Room, Tasting Australia’s beverage events have been curated specifically to encourage exploration; to broaden horizons at the same time as drilling down into the details.

A one-off chance to see winemaking icon Egon Müller discuss the beauty of Riesling; hear Wendouree custodian Tony Brady explore why most experts say this Clare Valley treasure is Australia’s greatest estate; and experience why the beloved Rockford Basket Press Shiraz can make grown men weep with Robert O’Callaghan. Plus craft beers, artisanal gins, Sunday Cider Sessions, free ‘Meet your Maker’ tastings every day, and a bunch of bars – this is Tasting Australia.

Tuesday 2 May

The Glory of Grenache – a discussion, a debate, an impassioned plea: Robert Hill-Smith (Yalumba) of Barossa versus Stephen Pannell (S.C. Pannell) and Chester Osborn (D’Arenberg) of McLaren Vale.

Hosted by wine writers Nick Ryan and Nick Stock. $75

your appetite at Charred, Tasting Australia’s Town Square ‘street’ food vendors. Each stall will utilise fire as the primary heat source for cooking their menu, adding smokiness and searing heat to your autumn lunch or dinner. Using South Australian produce Charred will showcase regional flair such as dishes cooked by

‘Skinny Dipping’ – celebrating skin contact in wine: With Anton Van Klopper (Lucy Margaux), and Tom Shobbrook (Shobbrook Wines). $40

Kangaroo Island firemaster Tony Nolan and Dan Moss of Terroir Auburn (Clare Valley). Charred will also play host to several informal masterclasses with our guest chefs throughout the

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Food culture of Beer: Craft Beer and Food Tasting: With Mismatch, Big Shed, Pirate Life and Hawkers.

A panel of special guests will discuss all things beer and food. $80

Six vintages of Penfolds St Henri Shiraz: Six vintages stretching over five decades, Georg Jensen Hallmark Cuvee by Heemskerk Tasmania on arrival and finishing with Great Grandfather Port. $275

10 vintages of Rockford Basket Press Shiraz – a wine with soul: With Robert O’Callaghan (winemaker), John Harms (author) and Nick Ryan (wine writer). $185

Pet Nat, for all the cool kids: Brendon Keys (BK Wines) and James Erskine (Jauma Wines). $40 The Surprise Session – only the bold will dare: With Taras Ochota (Ochota Barrels) and Rajat Parr (Sandhi Wines, USA). $50

festival – check the Tasting Australia website to see who will be sharing their sizzling skills with you each day.

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Here is a collection of warriors who have withstood the proverbial heat of the kitchen. Meet Tasting Australia’s festival stars for 2017 – including Marco Pierre White – for FREE on stage in Town Square. Hear their journey through countries, kitchens, recipes, mentors and more as they have found their feet as leading culinary identities. Check the website to see when Marco, Analiese Gregory, Duncan Welgemoed, Lennox Hastie and friends are on stage.

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Two Good Looking Roosters Showcase: Steve Flamsteed (Giant Steps) and Michael Downer (Murdoch Hill Wines). $60

Stoke up the fire – winter is coming. Warm your body and satisfy

Sunday 30 April, Wednesday 3 May, Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 May FREE

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Australian Pinot Noir: Featuring 12 wineries from across the country.

With Mac Forbes (Mac Forbes wines) and Peter Dredge (Dr. Edge and Bay of Fires). $120

Friday 5 May

Seriously Sparkling: With Kate Laurie (Deviation Road) and Simon Greenleaf (Simon Greenleaf wines).

Hosted by Mike Bennie. $120 Naturally Good: A tasting of natural wines with two McLaren Vale heavyweights, Jock Bosworth (Battle of Bosworth) and Peter Fraser (Yangarra Estate). $40

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Saturday 6 May

Australian Spirit Day: Celebrate all things spirit at Charred Bar with tastings, cocktails and more.

Free entry Grange Experience – six vintages over six decades: once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to taste Penfolds Grange from 1967, 1975, 1983, 1996, 2004 & 2012. $950 The King and Queen of Riesling with some old friends: Join Egon Müller (Weingut Egon Müller, Germany), Kerri Thompson (Wines by KT) and Tim White (wine journalist) for an in-depth tasting. $75

Sunday 7 May

10 Years of Wendouree: With Stephen George (Ashton Hills) and Colin McBryde (Some Young Punks and Adelina). Hosted by Nick Stock. $200 Cider Sunday: Settle in for a refreshing local craft cider with Lobo Cider, Hills Cider Co, Applewood and Hugo & Hunter. Free tastings

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TASTE B U DS – FO R K I DS Sunday 30 April, Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 May $30 Do you know where your food comes from? Have you ever used food to paint and create unique art? Does your junior masterchef love pizza and want to plant a pizza garden? Taste Buds at Tasting Australia is the place for food-loving children to experience all this and more.

Hands-on and informative, the Taste Buds kitchen in Town Square will teach children about nutrition, sustainability and creativity.

Children must be accompanied by an adult – waiting area provided.

Sponsored by San Remo Macaroni Company and KR Castlemaine Fresh Pork.

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A d el a i d e C entr a l M a rke t, th e i n v iti n g n e i g h bo u r The beating heart of food culture in Adelaide, the Central Market, will be abuzz with Tasting Australia energy in the first week of May. As foodies from around the country, and the world, join the celebration, there will be a constant flow of food and ideas between the festival hub of Town Square (Victoria Square/ Tarndanyangga) and the adjoining wonderland of the Adelaide Central Market. During Tasting Australia there’s even more on offer.

BAROSSA Explore the fusion of new and old in one of the country’s first and foremost wine regions.

M A RK E T K ITC H EN ’S C H EF’S TA B L E WITH CO M I DA C ATERI N G Market Kitchen, Adelaide Central Market Thursday 4 & Saturday 6 May Thursday: A cooking and wine education experience – small plates with Frank Camorra (Movida, Melbourne) and Mitch Orr (ACME, Sydney).

Saturday: Lunch in the company of Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook, Melbourne) and Cheong Liew (Adelaide).

M a kers at th e M a rke t – D em o n str ati o n s Market Kitchen, Adelaide Central Market Tuesday 2, Thursday 4, Friday 5 & Saturday 6 May FREE

TASTE TH E REG I O NS From Kangaroo Island honey to Eyre Peninsula seafood, Coonawarra Cabernets to Clare Valley Rieslings, South Australia’s regions are known for their distinct flavours.

During Tasting Australia, these unique and outstanding offerings will be available both out in region but also in the heart of the city in Town Square.

From plate to glass the region du jour will be on show at the bar and East End Cellar Door with tastings poured by regional winemakers, on the menu at the Glasshouse Kitchen and in the fire pits at Charred.

Go to tastingaustralia.com.au for details on which region is featuring each day in Town Square.

During Tasting Australia wander through the marketplace before settling in for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a snack and a unique demonstration by one of our Festival Stars for 2017. Some of the country’s brilliant talent will be on the Central Market stage in the south-western corner (near Providore) to share their experiences, tips and tricks that could revolutionise your home cooking. Join the chefs and producers for the inside word on working in the kitchen and how to take your weeknight meal or dinner party favourite to the next level. These demonstrations are free, fun and for all culinary skill levels.

Tuesday: Thi Le (Anchovy, Melbourne) Thursday: Clayton Wells (Automata, Sydney) Friday: Analiese Gregory (Bar Brose, Sydney) Saturday: Mystery guest

While you’re visiting…

Start at one of the region’s traditional favourites, Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop.

Wander through her pantry of artisan wares, grab a picnic basket and enjoy the view of the lake. Enjoy dinner at FermentAsian in nearby Tanunda and then unwind to prepare for a full day of activity ahead. If it’s a Saturday, start with the local Farmers Market and sample the bounty of local producers, or tread the same path as the pioneers who settled the region with the Butcher, Baker, Winemaker trail. Sample olive oil, local cheeses, dried fruit and smoked meats and wash it down with a glass of spicy red wine. Stop

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restaurant degustation), and end your weekend in foodie paradise with Tasting Australia Ambassador Sharon Romeo at FINO at Seppeltsfield.

Around the city and regions you’ll find plenty of city venues that are celebrating South Australian produce with us during Tasting Australia, offering a special menu item during the week of the festival.

Restaurants including The Henry Austin and Prairie Hotel at Parachilna will be featured on Tasting Australia’s Blackboard Menu; check the website to see other restaurants, bars and cafes that are involved.

Tasti ng Austr alia A m bassa d o r: SH A RO N RO M EO

A Fe w o f m y Favo u rite Th i n gs with Sh a ro n Ro m eo

Big in personality and slight in stature, Sharon Romeo’s reputation for exceptional service precedes her. Winner of the 2016 Savour magazine and 2016 South Australian Restaurant and Catering Awards title for top maître d’, Sharon has created a new standard for restaurant management and regional hospitality. Together with head chef David Swain, Sharon was one of the driving forces behind the iconic regional restaurant FINO at Willunga, a shining star of the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Then in 2014 Sharon and David decided to embrace a tree-change, taking FINO from south to north and settling at the redeveloped Seppeltsfield, an historical hallmark of the Barossa. Sharon has a background in psychology and sociology – perhaps it is this insight that helps her to connect with FINO’s clientele. Her rich Italian heritage also creates a legacy that has inspired her commitment to the place that food has in culture and a love of convivial meals shared in great company.

Tasti n g Austr a l i a Pa ntry i n Ru n d l e M a l l Open from 21 April – 7 May Do you wish Tasting Australia was with you at home, 365 days of the year? Visit the Tasting Australia Pantry in Rundle Mall to pick up the key products and flavours that you know and love from the festival.

Celebrating South Australia’s top producers, outstanding artisans and iconic food and beverage brands, this is the perfect place to browse, grab a basket and stock your pantry with delicious delights. Featuring samples and products from leading SA food producers along with one-off Tasting Australia merchandise, the Rundle Mall Pantry is the ideal spot to scope out a gift for your foodie friends, or for yourself!

FINO at Seppeltsfield S M T W T F S S | 11AM | $120 The new local, FINO’s Sharon Romeo, is proud to take you on a tour of her Barossa. Since relocating South Australian icon FINO restaurant to Seppeltsfield three years ago, Sharon and her business partner David Swain have leaped into local life, meeting producers, other restauranteurs and exploring the undulating landscape. As such her own journey sets the tone for this intimate tour, starting of course at Seppeltsfield where Sharon is at home as the front of house maestro of FINO. You will discover the heritage estate in all its glory before moving on to sample some of the Barossa’s finest red wines from some of the oldest vines in the region. Next stop is lunch at another of the Barossa’s trans-generational properties, Hutton Vale, where Sharon will share her passion for connecting with local producers. A special vantage point for a pre-sunset photo and farewell will close the tour.

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Hentley Farm S M T W T F S S | 10:30AM | 11:30AM | 12:30PM | $250

Lou Miranda Estate S M T W T F S S | 12PM | $120

Spend a day at the picturesque and historic Hentley Farm Wines and immerse yourself in the daily ritual of harvesting the finest Barossa food and wine.

Renowned for its freshest produce sourced directly from the 150-acre property, this is your chance to experience first-hand how the Hentley winemakers and chefs prepare every meal and glass of wine. Taste wines from the barrel with the winemaker, then head to the gardens with the chef to forage for the seasonal produce. Finally indulge in a five-course lunch, pairing the finest wine and ingredients direct from the Hentley Farm property.

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The boutique, family-owned Barossa winery, Lou Miranda Estate, hosts Luigi's Long Lunch. Lou's great loves in life are family and the best of company, mixed with good food and great wines from the Barossa region. Let Luigi share a small part of his world with you, your family and friends. Lou will take you through six courses matched with our carefully crafted wines. Our wines come from the Estate’s historic vineyards, some dating back to the late 1800's. We can’t wait to have you at our lunch table.

Italian Culinary Mastercl ass, with native Italian chef, Matteo Carboni

Hutton Vale S M T W T F S S | 10AM | $195 Two families, Henschke and Angas, are behind three great Barossa vineyards – Hill of Grace, Hutton Vale Farm and Mount Edelstone. They invite you to a local interpretation of the traditional Camino in Spain, the Annual Barossa Camino, which traverses the stunning landscape of the Eden Valley and highlights its rich family heritage. Begin the journey with a little Henschke crafted altar wine at Gnadenberg Church before strolling across their stunning Eden Valley land, tasting the wines of these vineyards along the way.

A whimsical picnic atop Mount Edelstone offers magic views little changed since the families arrived in the 1800s. Their picnic basket will be full with produce from Hutton Vale and local Barossa artisans, and fine wines from Henschke and Hutton Vale Farm.

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Casa Carboni S M T W T F S S | 10AM | $290 Rated one of Australia's top cooking schools by Qantas Travel Insider in 2016, Casa Carboni was founded in 2012 and offers a 360-degree Italian culinary experience. This masterclass, preparing and cooking a five-course lunch, is a unique opportunity to spend a day in the kitchen with Matteo, and at the table. It showcases the beautiful produce discovered at the markets and farm gates of the Barossa where Matteo migrated to from Italy. Both co-founders Matteo and Fiona Carboni will host the lunch and offer hand-selected wines direct from Italy. A recipe guide from the day's class is included.

Living Barossa Tradition – from Krondorf Farm to Rockford Wines Rockford Wines S M T W T F S S | 10AM | $210 At Rockford, we make wine using the best traditional methods, and we prepare the food for our Stone Wall Long Table lunches using produce grown in the traditional way of the Barossa. We continue to farm our hufendorf block just as it has been farmed since the 1840s. We may never find the words to describe the depth of satisfaction which comes from dining in the very garden which has provided the food for our table. So, best we invite you to join us to live these traditions for a day.

You’ll meet our gardener Joe Mylius, winemaker Ben Radford and our Stone Wall chefs Sandor and Lauren Palmai who will prepare a three-course lunch served in the heart of our Krondorf Farm.

M ag g i e B eer Tri b u te D i n n er The Farm Barossa Function Centre S S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $195

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Australia’s favourite cook Maggie Beer will be celebrated at this tribute dinner, prepared by Maggie and some of her closest friends and protégés in her beloved Barossa; Alex Herbert (Bird Cow Fish), Steve Flamsteed (Giant Steps), Nat Paull (Beatrix Bakes), Sophie Zalokar (Foragers Field Kitchen and Cooking School) and Chris Wotton (GM Hotels). A decadent walk down memory lane of the Pheasant Farm Restaurant and beyond it will be an evening to remember, marking Maggie’s final year as patron for Tasting Australia. For one night only, enjoy Maggie’s table as she intended – full of good food and good company.

O u r Ta b l e Lu n c h Jacob’s Estate S M T W T F S S | 11AM | $200

From the warm hearth of the kitchen at the iconic Pheasant Farm Restaurant, some of Australia’s true culinary talents were raised by Tasting Australia Patron Maggie Beer.

Alex Herbert (formerly Bird Cow Fish) is one of Sydney’s favourite ‘cooks’ – much like her mentor – and her previous stall at Carriageworks Markets was a complete crowd pleaser. Sophie Zalokar, now settled in Western Australia, has embraced country life with a kitchen and cooking school that celebrates the Australian landscape. Gourmet Traveller Wine named Steve Flamsteed as winemaker of the year for 2016 for his work at Giant Steps while Nat Paull is the indisputable cake queen of northern Melbourne at Beatrix Bakes. Chris Wotton is back in South Australia as the group chef for GM Hotels, and worked with Maggie in product development until 2015.

Join us at Jacob’s Estate and delight in the autumn garden, delicious wine and an abundant feast. Treat yourself to a three course lunch tailor-made by our chefs, winemakers and growers. Straight from their table, to Our Table! Take a seat at on the beautifully handcrafted River Red Gum table situated amongst our abundant Kitchen Garden, and enjoy the Barossa at its best.

Sa ltr a m U n d erg ro u n d To u r with C h ef ’s C h o i c e Fiv e Co u rse Fe ast Saltram Wine Estate S M T W T F S S | 11AM | $80 Established in 1859, Saltram Wines invites you to discover the hidden secrets of our historic Estate and celebrate our unique part in the tradition and heritage of the Barossa. Taste our premium wines in the barrel hall, followed by a tawny tasting in our underground cellar that will be opened exclusively at this time for Tasting Australia. You might even hear a ghost story or two while you’re down there. Finally, soak up the atmosphere of our beautiful restaurant overlooking our picturesque rose garden.

Here you will enjoy five indulgent courses of regional food, lovingly prepared and served by our team of chefs, and thoughtfully matched to Saltram wines.

Taste o f th e E a rth FI N O Ita l i a n Fe ast with M a rco P i erre Wh ite Seppeltsfield Wine Estate S M T W T F S S | 6PM | $225

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Legendary UK chef Marco Pierre White will return to his maternal roots for this plentiful feast of fine Mediterranean fare. Pierre White joins the formidable team from FINO at Seppeltsfield, chef David Swain and front of house dynamo Sharon Romeo, who will welcome you into their Barossa. Bringing all the essential threads of a classic Italian feast together for your enjoyment will also be: Owen Andrews (Seppeltsfield Wine Estate), Mitch Orr (ACME, Sydney), Jock Zonfrillo (Restaurant Orana), Matteo Carboni (Casa Carboni). This unforgettable family-style dinner will bring together story-telling and cuisine from one of the world’s original culinary heavyweights. Set among the heritage-listed estate of Seppeltsfield, FINO Italian Feast with Marco Pierre White is sure to bring fire and flavour to your palette unlike anything before it. This is a convivial long-table event in an Italian sharing style.

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Schild Estate will showcase one of their new-release wines in a pop-up cellar door among the vineyard from where the fruit is picked for the wine.

In this picturesque setting overlooking the southern Barossa highlands, you’ll be able to taste our wine matched with locally sourced Barossa seasonal produce. Soak up the sights, smells, tastes and genuine beauty of the setting, as this family owned and operated producer shares its passion for the best single vineyard wines, served with the finest food the Barossa has to offer.

‘Prince of Pasta’ Mitch Orr signed on for food tech at high school and has ended up as one of the most highly acclaimed young chefs in Australia. His accolades include being awarded the Josephine Pignolet Young Chef of the Year while at Sepia in 2010, named Best Young Talent by Time Out while at Duke Bistro, and even featuring in Cleo magazine’s Bachelor of the Year awards.

His latest project, ACME in Sydney, focuses on accessible pasta and snacks in a noodle-bar-style setting that takes the pretence out of fine dining, despite being awarded one hat.

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Following last year’s highly successful Tasting Australia event, the Mount Pleasant Farmer’s Market offers more to see and taste from the freshest seasonal produce the State has to offer.

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Eat Ediacara – Degustation Inspired from the Ancient Seafloor The Pavilion, Prairie Hotel S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $85 This is a fossil-inspired feast. Guest chef Hardy Weyrauch delivers a six-course creative culinary degustation combining native Australian flavours and premium seafood from the West Coast of the Eyre Peninsula. Produce will be sourced from Hardy’s friends and suppliers; Streaky Bay Marine Products, Venus Bay Prawns, Port Kenny & Port Lincoln Fresh Fish Place. Enjoy creations like cucumber gazpacho with prawn tails or sashimi strata. Enjoy ‘Half a Billion’ Ediacara-inspired jewels and a captivating slide show by Ediacara Fossil expert, Professor Jim Gehling.

Fleu ri eu P en i nsu l a Biodynamic wineries, fresh sea air and rolling hills and valleys; the Fleurieu Peninsula is nature’s playground, and what a playground it is.

H ot Ro c ks D i n n er The Pavilion, Prairie Hotel S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $95

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Try native foods and new flavours in the Flinders Ranges and Outback. Take a seat at the Prairie Hotel in Parachilna for a bush tucker-meets-gourmet menu. Venture to the Southern Flinders Ranges and explore wineries specialising in rich-soil red and white varieties. Slip off the main road and try something new at The North Star Hotel, which serves Bundaleer Wines and Blesing’s Garden Wines. If it’s adventure you’re after, visit Bartagunyah Estate, near Melrose, for a weekend getaway. Here, wine tasting can be bundled into an ecotourism experience that includes exploring mountain bike trails and driving 4WD tracks in this ancient and timeless landscape.

To a backdrop of the stunning Flinders Ranges and set in the Pavilion of the famous Prairie Hotel, this is a rare interactive event curated by chef Hardy Weyrauch. Start with roving entrees inspired by regional produce and the ancient seafloor creatures of the Ediacara fossil site – sea salt and native pepper stingray or oysters with native finger lime caviar. This is accompanied by a presentation from Professor Jim Gehling about the ancient Ediacara fossils and discovery of the Nilpena National Heritage Listed Site. Finally cook a fossil-themed feast using your own individual hot rock – saltbush dukkah crusted lamb backstrap, or even abalone slices with sea parsley – all while you watch the famous Parachilna sunset.

L am b Tasti ng at R awnsley Park Rawnsley Park Station S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $110 The stunning Woolshed Restaurant at Rawnsley Park Station will showcase its own lamb, direct from the property, and prepared in three different and delicious courses. Overlooking one of South Australia’s greatest natural features, Wilpena Pound, our station manager will host the night, talking about the region and the development of the historic property as a sheep station.

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Stop in at The Salopian Inn at McLaren Vale, the jewel in the crown of regional dining in Adelaide’s south. Tasting Australia Ambassador Karena Armstrong has stretched her ideas and enthusiasm to develop a surprising, seasonal

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Coo p ers & C r a bs Coopers Ale House Wallaroo S M T W T F S S | 12PM | $70 Member of the Coopers Brewing Team Simon Fahey is the special guest for this four-course dinner celebrating one of the Yorke Peninsula’s most loved culinary rituals; Blue Swimmer crab and cold beer. Held at the Coopers Alehouse on the edge of Copper Cove Marina (Wallaroo), our guests will enjoy magnificent views of the marina and North Beach as the Blue Swimmer crab is inventively incorporated into each course, and expertly matched to the best Coopers beers. Join Simon and a local fisherman as they talk you through the best ways to prepare and experience this local seafood delicacy.

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Artisan wine, pub-style fare, traditional bakeries and the freshest seafood; the Yorke Peninsula has so much to offer with its food and wine. Cast a line over the jetty at one of the many ports and catch your own lunch or stop in at a good old fish and chip shop on the main street of one of the many country towns in the region. Explore the pristine wilderness of Innes National Park at the southern tip of the Peninsula, and refuel at the Marion Bay Tavern, famous for its wood-fired pizza. Seafood lovers should make a stop at Southern Yorke Oysters in Stansbury, where you can buy fresh, direct from the producer. You can’t leave the Yorke Peninsula without tasting a delicious Cornish Pasty – try the Cornish Kitchen Bakery at Moonta for their pastry delights.

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Discover The Smiling Samoyed at Myponga. Taste their limited releases and experimental brews, and say hi to their resident Samoyeds Mia, Cooper and Hoppy, the

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namesakes of the establishment. Take a leisurely drive to

Nangkita Olives S M T W T F S S | 10AM | FREE ENTRY | LUNCH $30

Langhorne Creek and explore one of South Australia’s best-kept secrets. Langhorne Creek Wine Region is home to almost 6,000 hectares of vineyards and award-winning boutique wineries. Stop in at Bleasdale Wines for their

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range of fortified wines or Lake Breeze Wines for their

Barley Stacks Wines S M T W T F S S | 12PM | FREE

award-winning Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon.

A fair-like event showcasing local food, wine and talent from Yorke Peninsula. We are opening up the doors to our unique cellar and entertaining space for a family-friendly event. Mix and mingle while enjoying delights from land and sea – spit-roasted meats, fresh seafood, local wines and craft beers, while local musicians will be showcasing their skills. This is a chance to speak one-on-one with owners and producers from the area.

Taste f ro m th e L a n d, h osted by Yo rkes U n co rked DEMA Vista S M T W T F S S | 12PM | $150 Yorkes Uncorked is not just about the brilliance of the food on the table, it’s about the making of magic memories. And this will certainly be one to remember – the ultimate dining experience in a working shearing shed on a rural property. Meet the locals behind the scenes, from the farmer and producer to the butcher and the chefs. Their menu will highlight the produce from the geographically blessed area of the Yorke Peninsula. Guests will see, taste, touch, smell, feel and soak up the ambience in more ways than one.

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Learn to pick, plant, prune, press and pickle the olives of the Fleurieu Peninsula, with a host of the best local growers and allied food producers from the region. This is a fun family event, where you can go from stall to stall – learn to make and identify extra virgin olive oils, pick your own olives, go on guided walking tours of the property, take interactive cooking classes or put the kids on a hay ride and enjoy a glass of wine, spitted local lamb and wood-fired pizzas. This is a great way for you and the family to get to know the Fleurieu Peninsula. For $30, visitors will enjoy unlimited spit roast, wood fired pizza, cheese, side dishes, and Nangkita Ridge Wines.

D r aw it. . . Coo k it. . . E at it Red Poles S M T W T F S S | 3PM | $135 Renowned for mixing great Fleurieu food, wine, craft beer and art, Red Poles restaurant will take you on a creative journey during Tasting Australia. Draw it… Cook it… Eat it… is all about creating, making and tasting. Start with the ‘creating’ as we lead you through a drawing class using grapevine sticks, wines and inks. Follow this up with ‘making’, as our head chef guides you through a hands-on cooking class using the best local Fleurieu produce and McLaren Vale wines. Finish up your creative culinary adventure by ‘tasting’ of course. Let the conversation and laughter flow, fuelled by the joy of sharing your creations overlooking the vineyards, lawns, gardens and natural bushland of the Fleurieu Peninsula.

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A n a l i ese G reg o ry, Ba r B rose (Sy d n e y) Having worked in some of the most prestigious kitchens around the world for almost two decades, you’d never guess that Analiese Gregory was put off from a career in food quite early on thanks to a prestigious award received by her father, Mark Gregory – the first New Zealander to receive the Meilleur Ouvrier de France.

Her family history soon took over, however, and she began to build a CV with experience from the likes of The Ledbury in London, Le Meurice in Paris, Quay in Sydney and Bras in the Aubrac, France. After a stint with Mitch Orr at ACME, she founded Bar Brosé in Darlinghurst, an homage to Michel Bras, where she showcases “loosely French food with influences from Chinese, Spanish and Moroccan cuisines”.

H ero i n es Ta b l e The Salopian Inn S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $150 No longer the unsung heroes of the culinary world, some of the world’s most influential women in food will show how they have conquered stereotypes to take charge in the kitchen. Esteemed Fleurieu Peninsula chef Karena Armstrong welcomes you to her table – The Salopian Inn – for this jubilant celebration of femininity. Popular Sydney chef Alex Herbert joins Tasting Australia ambassador Karena at the pass and on the floor to show that while men may have more public profiles in the industry, women certainly match them in skill and finesse. A thought-provoking dining experience at one of South Australia’s leading regional kitchens, Heroines Table is for you if you want to celebrate the best in the business and be charmed by a new frontier of gender equality.

Panel speakers include Analiese Gregory (Bar Brose, Sydney), Sue Bell (Bellwether Wines, Coonawarra), Michelle McColl (Kalangadoo Organics, Coonawarra) and Dee Nolan (writer/producer). Three courses of shared platters including beverages.

Lu n c h i n th e Sta b l es Penny’s Hill Winery S M T W T F S S | 11:30AM | $160 This six-course exclusive lunch will be held in the rustic stables at Penny’s Hill, with food cooked in a wood oven in front of guests by chef Tom Boden. Assembling produce from the best artisan producers on the Fleurieu Peninsula, including mushrooms from Kuipto Forest and lamb, cheeses, butter, almonds and olive oils from the region, each course will be matched with Penny’s Hill wines hand-selected by winemaker Alexia Roberts. Meet us at the cellar door for an aperitif before being seated for this lavish celebration of the food and wine community, the backbone of McLaren Vale. This is dining with arguably the best produce in the country.

Vale to Se a A n U lti m ate D iscovery Tou r Maxwell Wines S M T W T F S S | 9AM | $750 Join the ultimate tour of the McLaren Vale region. You’ll be transported (return) from Adelaide to McLaren Vale, arriving at one of the region’s signature estates, Maxwell Wines. After being greeted by the winemaker and enjoying a barrel tasting in the cellar, you will take to the skies by helicopter for a coastal flight to visit two regional farmers. There you’ll collect produce for your nine-course degustation lunch at Ellen Street Restaurant. Each course will be prepared and introduced by the head chef, Fabian Lehmann, with wines hand-selected by Mark Maxwell. For lovers of the finest food and wine, this is the ultimate immersive adventure of McLaren Vale – an exploration of the passion and provenance behind the most sought-after produce in the region.

Adel ai de H i ll s With crisp apples direct from the farm gate to fine dining overlooking the rolling vineyards, the Adelaide Hills has it all on offer, straight from nature’s top shelf.

Wa kef i el d G r a n g e So u th ern G ri l l Wakefield Grange S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $119 Iconic southern American style BBQ comes to Tasting Australia in 2017 thanks to sustainable meat producers Wakefield Grange. This three-course grill will feature seasonal produce from the region cooked in true artistic style. Wakefield Grange’s sponsored smoking team, Rub & Grub, have been ranked in the top 16 in Australia. Smoked meats will be served by the farmers themselves, and tales of veggie origins told by the region’s leading produce ambassador and wholesaler, Rachel McMillan from Scoop.

Hither & Yon wines will be matching wines throughout each course.

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Make it a long weekend, starting with a visit to Tasting Australia Ambassador and winemaker Taras Ochota at Lost in a Forest, Uraidla.

This converted church is a much-loved hub of Basket Range produce

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and wine. Head east to the Mount Lofty Ranges Vineyard where you

Fall From Grace S M T W T F S S | 5PM | $65

can enjoy panoramic views of the sprawling vines and orchards below.

Pick up some Lenswood apples for your journey through Woodside to

Feel the feminine energy of South Australia’s leading ladies in wine, brewing and distilling all in one place for one evening together. Showcasing local flavours, regional and State talent, this tasting will give you the opportunity to sample artisan and award-winning wares from producers throughout the Fleurieu Peninsula and beyond from industry leaders to exciting young talent. Sample, sip and meet many of the talented women who are behind the burgeoning success of McLaren Vale, Barossa, Adelaide Hills and more.

Hosted and curated by Gill Gordon-Smith of Fall From Grace, this relaxed early evening event is a great starting point to get to know the Fleurieu, to discover some of South Australia’s real heroes and taste through the best of the best from South Australia. One ticket will provide you with myriad of options for a twilight tasting of delicious wines that just happen to be produced by women. If this sounds appealing, why not also consider the Heroines Table event for a full sit-down dinner equivalent?

Bird in Hand Winery for a glass of afternoon bubbles, before heading

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Karena’s work is recognised far and wide. Her flagship, The Salopian Inn at McLaren Vale, is a jewel in the crown of regional dining in Adelaide’s south.

As co-owner and chef, Karena has stretched her ideas and enthusiasm to develop a surprising, seasonal and ever-changing menu centered on Asian flavours and timeless techniques.

Karena – a mother of three young boys – has worked among some of Australia’s best chefs and kitchens. This includes completing her apprenticeship under Alla Wolfe Tasker at Daylesford’s Lake House, teaming up with Karen Martini at The Melbourne Wine Room and later at Icebergs and finally at Kylie Kwong’s restaurant Billy Kwong. It’s fair to say that Karena’s skills are sharp, her creativity unbridled and her love of high-quality, local produce is at the heart of every dish.

The Salopian Inn remains one of the State’s most interesting and reputable dining experiences; and as the team are also committed to growing a large percentage of their own ingredients, they are also leading producers of the rich Fleurieu Peninsula region.

back toward the city for dinner at the Stirling Hotel, one of the Hills’ iconic meeting points. For an overnight stay, Crafers Hotel offers stylish and modern quarters, and a fantastic wine and spirit list for a night cap.

B eh i n d th e Sc en es: O’ L e a ry Wa l ker at the Historic Johnston’s Brewery O’Leary Walker at the Historic Johnston’s Brewery S M T W T F S S | 2PM | FREE Learn something of the history of O’Leary Walker Wines and the historic Johnston’s Brewery at Oakbank in a relaxed conversation with former owner Chris Johnston. Now home to O’Leary Walker Wines, these heritage buildings have a great story to tell. Wine and platters available for purchase.

Presented by the History Trust of South Australia and O’Leary Walker Wines as part of the History Festival and Tasting Australia.

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Glen Ewin Estate Pulpshed S M T W T F S S | 7PM | $150

Red Cacao Chocolatier S M T W T F S S | 6PM | $55 Spend a luxurious hour with the boutique, artisan chocolatier of the Adelaide Hills, Red Cacao, gaining a first-hand introduction to the wonder of chocolate making. Our master chocolatier and founder of Red Cacao, Marcus BoothRemmers, will lead the event showing how our chocolates are made including knowledge on single origin chocolates where you can taste how each growing region provides a unique flavour profile to the chocolate. Marcus will talk you through how our chocolate is carefully crafted, its health benefits, suggested flavour combinations and how we use local dairy producers, berry growers and coffee roasters to create a complete Adelaide Hills taste experience.

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Meet friends for a sumptuous night of film and feast at the iconic Glen Ewin Estate. The family are passionate about the coming together of food, family and friends, and also the beauty of classic filmography. At this unique event you will consume the 1987 Academy Award winning gastro-film, Babette’s Feast, while enjoying a five-course meal inspired by the film. Babette’s Feast captures the powerful role food plays in the loves and lives of each of our family members, and how the property ties in with the rich tapestry of the Estate. We’ll immerse you in this remarkable film, while serving each of Babette’s five courses, recreated using South Australian produce. Set in the heart of the estate with our extensive fig tree orchard, long tables will be laid in Babette’s fashion, bringing together all the senses for one evening.

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Sinclair’s Gully Winery S M T W T F S S | 11AM | 2PM | $75

Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant S M T W T F S S | 6PM | $299

A sensational event in every sense, this Fizzology session will guide you through the delicate process of making fine sparkling wine as you share a delicious tasting flight. Next, you’ll get amongst it, hand-disgorging, dosaging, corking and labelling your own bottle of 94-point sparkling, as per James Halliday’s 2012 Top 40 Best Australian Sparkling Wines. We’ll be passing on the intimate experience of our family-run biodynamic vineyard, where we make every bottle of our range of four sparkling wines by hand.

Discover the 165-year-old cellars under iconic Mt Lofty House for a special tasting followed by a decadent degustation upstairs. Chef Wayne Brown of Hardy’s newly launched Verandah Restaurant has teamed up with seven producers from the Adelaide Hills to put together a 13-course dinner that represents the essence of the region’s fine produce. Each course will be matched with Adelaide Hills wines selected by head sommelier, Patrick White. Selected growers and producers have a passion and knowledge that matches our own. They’ll tell their story of the region, as their produce forms the essence of one course.

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A se at at o u r ta b l e Secret Location | Riverland S M T W T F S S | 5pm | $170 Graze your way through the flavours of the Riverland with this exciting epicurean adventure. Begin your journey with a transfer from any major Riverland town to a secret riverside location where an abundantly welcoming grazing table will be set on the riverbank, waiting to be devoured. Try Murray cod as you’ve never experienced before together with a range of regional beverages before settling in for the following four courses. Featuring the Riverland’s finest wares and some native ingredient highlights, you will be satisfied of stomach and mind as the region’s winemakers, chefs, growers and producers give you their personal tasting notes. Live acoustic music will set the scene as the taste of native mint, lemon myrtle, quandong and wattleseed gratify your senses. Each course will be served with matched wines. Why not stay the night and explore the region further on its open day? The event is presented by Destination Riverland and Riverland Wine.

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Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $150 Mount Lofty Ranges Vineyard, a single vineyard family winery, is gathering premium Adelaide Hills artisan food and beverage producers in one very special sitting. We invite you to a five-course degustation lovingly designed by the Mount Lofty Ranges Vineyard chefs.

Many producers will be on hand to share the secrets and stories behind their fine produce. At Mount Lofty Ranges Vineyard, we are passionate about supporting local farmers and producers, and invite you to celebrate the real heroes and characters behind the produce on your plate.

Fresh Wi n e D isco Uraidla Show Hall S M T W T F S S | 4PM | $79 Killer disco bump. Wine as you’ve never tasted it before. A community that’s ready to party down. That’s what’s on your dance card at Fresh Wine Disco; a nod to the new guard of winemakers in the Adelaide Hills – and Basket Range in particular – who are gaining recognition around the globe for their progressive winemaking techniques and unique flavours. Led by Tasting Australia 2017 Ambassador Taras Ochota (Ochota Barrels), this is an afternoon/evening to let your hair down, open your mind and palate and share the experience with fun-loving friends. First there will be fresh 2017 vintage to slurp – in absolute copiousness – as it is siphoned straight from the barrel by the winemaker into your glass. This is an exclusive insight into the world of low intervention winemaking, and an opportunity to meet the craftsmen at the helm who have precisely blended the season’s pick, no more than weeks off the vine from vineyards around the country. Then, make way for the shiny disco balls as DJ Boogie Monster – actor/DJ Alex Dimitriades – Skin Contact DJs and Driller Jet Armstrong hits the Earth Shaker Sound System for some old school swag and 70s/80s disco smash that is sure to get feet moving and your heartbeat pumping to the rhythm. With a ticket you can enjoy more than 30 wine tastings throughout the evening along with great beats. Sydney institution Mary’s Burgers will be providing food for purchase on the night.

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U r a i d l a Lo c a l P ro d u c e Fa i r Uraidla Oval S M T W T F S S | 10AM | $8 Experience the new era of country produce fairs. Before settling in for the Fresh Wine Disco at Uraidla Town Hall, soak up some of the country atmosphere at the Uraidla Local Produce Fair, held at the local oval alongside the spectacle of a regional football match. Discover local producers, wines, honey, cheesewrights and more at the head of the Piccadilly Valley among the highest ridges of the Mount Lofty Ranges. A culmination of regional culture, sample the high quality local artisan wares, cheer on the local team, meet the local community who are volunteering at the fair and experience something special. For many producers the fair is a one-off opportunity to share and sell their products, which they manage in their leisure time and as a reward of the bountiful land around them. The Uraidla and Summertown Horticultural and Floricultural Show Society has supported these local businesses since 1879 – now is a chance for the traditions and talent to carry into the future.

Journey to the heart of Adelaide Hills agriculture with three top producers from the Bald Hills Road region – Four Oaks Farm, Bald Hills Olive Grove and Howard Vineyard. Coupled with a special three-course lunch, immerse yourself in the life of local farmers from past to present and see the significance of the area’s change in agricultural practice. Following lunch, guests will be taken by bus on-site to a winery, olive grove, or brussel sprout farm of their choosing. So come and discover what life on the farm is all about in the Mount Barker district and beyond.

Th e L a n e ‘ P rov en a n c e’ The Lane Vineyard S M T W T F S S | 12:30PM | $150 Join us at The Lane Estate for a celebration of food and wine diversity in the Adelaide Hills. It begins with a behind-the-scenes winery insight from our head winemaker, Michael Schreurs, who will give a priceless tasting summary of the 2017 vintage and uncover some of the histories and mysteries of The Lane barrel room. Then retire to the contemporary comfort of our Dining Room, where you can take in the textured landscape of the surrounding Adelaide Hills. Indulge in a five-course degustation from our hatted kitchen, showcasing locally sourced hero ingredients, with a ‘meet the maker’ style discussion of food origins with our favourite long-standing food suppliers.

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R elaxing along the Murray River can be thirsty work, and nothing quenches a thirst better than a cold beer or a drop of delicious wine. Luckily, you’ll find both in the Riverland.

The Riverland has two microbreweries located along the banks of the Murray River. The Wilkadene Woolshed Brewery is a short drive from Renmark at Murtho, and offers a variety of beers as well as apple and pear ciders, not to mention their infamous Hard Lemonade. Guided tours of the working microbrewery are available, as are BBQ facilities to bring your own lunch. Over the other side of the Riverland, Caudo Vineyard at Hogwash Bend produces a refreshing lager and a sassy sangria, as well as a range of wines grown in the rich s oil. If you’re after a bite to eat with your brew at Caudo, grab a local tasting platter and nibble away at local cured meats, cheeses, bread, olives, stuffed peppers, homemade relishes and dukkah made from locally-grown pistachios and almonds.

M ag i c O n Th e M u rr ay Whistling Kite Vineyard S M T W T F S S | 11am | FREE Take an afternoon to experience some of the Riverland’s most unique biodynamic wines from Whistling Kite Wines, with tasting platters of premium Riverland produce also available.

Hear from Pam and Tony Barich on how they have developed over 10 years of certified biodynamic farming practices, combined with careful wine making to allow the vineyard to express its truly unique terroir. Settle into the sounds of our local musicians and spend the day taking in the vineyard and the surroundings.

Th ese H a n ds 919 Wines S M T W T F S S | 11:30AM | $100 Pioneering producers of certified organic wines, Eric and Jenny Semmler at 919 Wines were 2013 Winestate Australian Winemaker of the Year, and 2016 Women in Wine Australian Owner/Operator of the Year. They invite you to a three-course lunch created by their friends at Singing Magpie produce, whose menu reflects the abundance of organic and local produce from the Riverland. Each course can be matched with the best 919 wines from a host of new and emerging varieties. Celebrate the history of farmers and winemakers alike as they share stories of their produce, providing an intimate connection to the rich life of the Riverland.

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Four Oaks Farm S M T W T F S S | 12:30PM | $95

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Tasti ng Austr alia A m bassa d o r: Ta r as O c h ota Winemaker is just one of the titles bestowed upon Taras Ochota. Surfer.

Punk. Basket Range resident and advocate. Wine & Spirits Magazine Top 100 alumna. All are but snippets of a man whose passion and enigma have created one of the country’s leading wine brands and earned him the mantle as key influencer of the region, industry and beyond. Taras’s approach to winemaking uses minimal intervention, focusing on organic farming, early picking and natural acidity to showcase the strength of the produce and a progressive skillset in a somewhat traditional field. His connection with wine started early with his family, Ukrainian immigrants, settling in the Clare Valley. Via a dalliance with an Adelaide-based punk bank, Kranktus, (performing at many festivals like Big Day Out) and a stint in Sweden as “flying winemaker crafting wines throughout Europe”, Taras soon invested in his own brand of winemaking. Ochota Barrels’ honour roll is as long and esteemed as the list of Taras’s rock’n’roll mates (not that he ever brags). Yet it’s the love of good wine that drives Taras to produce one barrel after another, and the experience of sharing a swig or seven straight out of those barrels that brings him joy.

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seasonal produce in the Murray River, Lakes and Coorong region is as wide as it is delicious. Pack a weekend bag full of regional treats and set sail on the Murray River on a houseboat, meandering your way along for a day or two. Stop off at Mannum and visit Heward Estate Wines, located right on the banks of the river.

Bottling under the name ‘Mannum Cliffs Wines’, these guys specialise in offering something different to the usual, so prepare

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to be surprised and delighted. Heading

Monarto Zoo S M T W T F S S | 4PM | $140

back to Goolwa? Visit the mouth of the

Start with sunset drinks in the company of some friendly locals – the charming and curious giraffes of Monarto Zoo that is – before an evening of Murraylands’ finest flavours. Enjoy the unique setting of Monarto near Murray Bridge as you are guided through a five-course degustation that combines boutique, fledgling and specialised food and beverage purveyors from the Murraylands region. An intimate gathering, this dinner will introduce guests to the local growers, producers, winemakers and chefs who know the secrets of the area and are happy to share their unique experiences. A wild evening to be remembered and shared among good friends, new and old.

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Murray River on Lake Alexandrina. Stop in at The Steam Exchange Brewery and try out their handcrafted beers overlooking the mighty Murray.

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Antica Pizzeria e Cucina S M T W T F S S | 12PM | $150

Chesser Street S M T W T F S S | 6PM | $95

The multinational award-winning restaurant, Antica, hosts an intimate lunch with a difference – our producers will join us too! We’ll serve you a five course set menu using local South Australian produce. While you taste the freshest food, meet the people behind the beautiful meal before you.

You’ll be lunching with great local producers like Riccardo from Marino Meats, local fruit veg and seafood producers as they take you through how they source the best in the market. At the end of the lunch each guest will receive a gift that is rich in regional flavour.

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Austr a l i a’s G ot Taste Scoffed Cooking School S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $175

ADEL AIDE Recognised as one of the Great Wine Capitals of the World, Adelaide is a city with a diverse mix of dynamic cultures, guaranteeing you a sensational food experience.

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Wander the city laneways and discover a bustling small-bar scene, with a range of South Australian wines and spirits for an authentic experience. Dine alfresco in Leigh or Peel Street and watch the world go by. Wake up fresh and early in the morning and stroll on down to the Adelaide Central Market for some of the best produce you’ll find in the country. The 145-year-old market has more than

A Fe w o f m y Favo u rite Th i n gs With C h eo n g L i e w Town Square, Victoria Square S M T W T F S S | 9:45AM | $150 A master of classics and tradition, esteemed Adelaide chef Cheong Liew stays strong to his trademark love of duck and Pinot Noir for this personalized tour of foodies’ Adelaide. Expect to visit the city’s West End, explore some of Chinatown’s best-kept secrets and get ordering tips from the original master chef. There’ll be a few surprises along the way, but with Cheong at the helm it’s sure to be a day of sumptuous slurping and sunny smiles. Bring a bottle of Pinot to share.

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Cove Civic Centre S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $10

south and enter Gouger Street, home to a multicultural paradise of restaurants, cafes and eateries. Gouger Street is also the gateway to Adelaide’s Chinatown. Walk under the majestic Paifong (entrances) at Moonta Street to experience Chinatown’s restaurants, markets and grocery stores.

Sit with the authors of books about South Australian food history, inside the new prolific Cove Civic Centre. Barbara Santich (Bold Palates), Helen Bennetts (Willunga Almonds – Stories + Recipes), speakers from the Country Women’s Association, and Haigh’s Chocolate archivist Pamela McAllister will provide the audience with a delightful gastronomic history of South Australian iconic brands and organisations. They share the story of how South Australian food became what it is today. Entry includes a delicious cheese platter to share and the chance to win the door prize of a delicious hamper. BYO wine & champagne. Tea & coffee provided.

Come and have a long lunch with the Henry Austin team who will be showcasing the best South Australian produce. Entrée and dessert will be made by The Henry Austin. All the providers, winemakers and producers will be on hand to tell the stories behind what puts their produce among the very best on the market. This is a chance for our guests to talk directly with great South Australian food heroes. The Henry Austin revitalises the long tradition of Chesser Street as a host of large-scale food events spanning right back to its founders, Alan and Mary Archer.

Scoffed brings indigenous cooking classes to its kitchen with worldrenowned native food specialist Andrew Fielke. Learn how to use unique and nutritious native ingredients and local produce such as wattle seed, lemon myrtle, samphire, old man saltbush and much more. This is a hands-on experience, using the best from our own backyard over five wonderful courses. Each dish is carefully matched with South Australian wines – this is a real Aussie feast! Come and engage directly with the chef and the local producers, while learning about new flavours and cooking techniques. Each guest leaves with a recipe guide so they can replicate the experience at home.

Ba rossa A f ter Da rk Adelaide Central Market S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $60

South Australian Maritime Museum S M T W T F S S | 6PM | $110 The South West Supper Club and the Maritime Museum bring to life French navigator Nicholas Baudin’s exploration of the coastline through an exclusive dinner experience. Enjoy a five-course menu inspired by foods eaten during Baudin’s sojourn on Kangaroo Island in 1803 while curators provide tantalising insights into the culinary history of the voyage. The South West Supper Club is a pop-up restaurant developed by one of the State’s most dynamic chefs, Tim Bourke and partner Sarah Feehan. Their menu reflects the relationships the Supper Club has forged with local Kangaroo Island producers. Dine in the rustic ambience of a 19th Century sailmakers’ loft, Wemans, and access the extraordinary collection of the South Australian Maritime Museum, dating back to 1870.

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Cheese expert Valerie Henbest from The Smelly Cheese Shop hosts a cheese, wine and charcuterie masterclass focusing on Barossa producers in this Barossa-themed evening in the Adelaide Central Market. Join master cheesemaker Victoria McClurg from Barossa Cheese Company, Alex Knoll of Barossa Fine Foods and winemaker Kane Jaunutis from Landhaus Wines at the long table and explore the complex flavours and incredible variety of cheeses, wines and charcuterie produced in the Barossa.

C h ef ’s Ta b l e – SA Se a foo d Sh owc ase Promenade Restaurant S M T W T F S S | 7:30PM | $160

The Bibliotheca Bar and Book Exchange S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $85 At the centre of the newest wave of Adelaide’s small bars and restaurants, The Bibliotheca Bar and Book Exchange are hosting a three-course degustation dinner showcasing the versatility of local produce. Each course will be innovatively matched with South Australian spirits – a change from the usual wine pairing. The knowledgeable staff at our beautiful European-style bar will take you on a journey through the production process of each spirit, and how this varies in different parts of South Australia. Enjoy the very finest locally brewed spirits, showing how they’re far more than a before and after dinner sip.

E astsi d e Wi n e & A l e Tr a i l Norwood Town Hall S M T W T F S S | 11:45AM | $45

Glenelg’s iconic Promenade Restaurant has always been known for its fresh South Australian seafood, but we are taking it to the next level.

This is an exclusive offer to experience a select menu of the best seafood our executive chef has personally sourced from all over the State. This includes crayfish, oysters, prawns and plenty more, plus matching local wines of course. Be a special guest at the Chef’s Table, as our executive chef talks you through his meticulous process and preparation.

Located only minutes east of Adelaide’s CBD are three boutique cellar doors and a micro-brewery. Designed to bring people together to enjoy great wine and ale in four relaxed environments, these exclusive bus tours will showcase wine and ale from a diverse range of regions including the Adelaide Hills, Barossa, Clare Valley, McLaren Vale and Limestone Coast. Join one of these tours and get to know the history and great operators behind Amadio Wines, Tidswell Wines, Signature Wines and the Little Bang Brewing Co. as you sip and sample your way along Adelaide’s only inner-city Wine & Ale Trail!

Eat Ediacara – Degustation Inspired from the Ancient Seafloor The Prairie on O’Connell S M T W T F S S | S 12PM | M T 6:30PM | $85 This is a fossil-inspired feast. Guest chef Hardy Weyrauch delivers a six-course creative culinary degustation combining native Australian flavours and premium seafood from the West Coast of the Eyre Peninsula. Produce will be sourced from Hardy’s friends and suppliers; Streaky Bay Marine Products, Venus Bay Prawns, Port Kenny & Port Lincoln Fresh Fish Place. Enjoy creations like cucumber gazpacho with prawn tails or sashimi strata. Artworks by famous artists Robert Hannaford and Allison Mitchell, created from their visit to Ediacara Fossil Site on Nilpena Station, will also be on display together with ‘Half a Billion’ Ediacara-inspired jewels cast from ‘deep in time’. Add a captivating slide show by Ediacara Fossil expert, Professor Jim Gehling, and this event is a total sensory celebration of First Life Fossils.

Fac es B eh i n d th e Fe asts Mrs Harris’ Shop S M T W T F S S | 11AM | FREE Faces Behind the Feasts celebrates the joy and dedication of those involved in creating fabulous feasts from South Australia’s locally produced bounty.

Mrs Harris’ Shop has curated an exhibition of portraits, in various styles, of the people behind the feasts – growers, producers, brewers, winemakers, cooks and chefs... This is Mrs Harris’ Shop’s third visual Tasting Australia arts feast – a unique showcase of the State’s art, artists and the people who fill our plates and glasses with fine abundance.

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High Tea in the Company of Nat Paull at the Mayflower Restaurant

Adelaide Botanic Garden S M T W T F S S | 1:15PM | $5 Kitchen gardens are a long-standing cultural tradition, providing fresh seasonal vegetables year-round across the world. Meet us at the Visitor Information Centre and our expert garden guides will take you for a tour of the kitchen garden, explaining how different cultures use various vegetables. You will also learn more about the rich history and different health benefits of various vegetables. Taste products prepared straight from the garden, broadening both your knowledge and your palate.

Fl avo u rs o f C a m p b el ltown Various, starting at Elbios S M T W T F S S | 10AM | $55 Come on a guided tour of the best local producers in Campbelltown, and discover the diverse mix of businesses established by migrant families settling in the area, each with a passion for sharing their food, wine and culture. We’ll pick you up from Victoria Square and take you to Elbios in Newton for morning tea; next stop Bread + Butter for a bread making demonstration; Mercato for a pasta masterclass, lunch and a glass of wine; on to Continental Taralli for a look at factory and tastings; and round off with gelati from Gelato Bello. Each producer will share intimate stories of their history and heritage before we drop you back to Victoria Square.

Foo d + Booze + Da n c i n g Sh o es Plant 4 Bowden S M T W T F S S | 3PM | $75

Mayfair Hotel S M T W T F S S | 2PM | $65 Renowned for its spectacular gothic exterior and its warm, welcoming and perfect interior, the Mayfair Hotel’s flagship restaurant, the Mayflower Restaurant, invites you in for a special High Tea at Tasting Australia.

Prepared by one of Australia’s pre-eminent chefs, the Mayflower’s Bethany Finn, in the company of Nat Paull from Beatrix Bakes in Melbourne, this will be an afternoon treat taken to the next level. Known as outstanding pastry and dessert chefs, Bethany and Nat are sure to surprise guests with their attention to detail and adept sense of flavour. High Tea will be served as shared towers of treats, with additional tastings and demonstrations on offer from the powerhouse duo.

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Fi n e Foo ds The Market Kitchen, Adelaide Central Market S M T W T F S S | 5:30PM | $150 Learn some basic butchery skills from the experts at Feast! Fine Foods. This is a chance to experience the paddock to plate ethos in a friendly, interactive and hands-on environment. Learn about selecting the right knife and watch a demonstration from a professional butcher on the art of deboning.

Then it’s your turn! With individual and expert guidance from our qualified butcher, you will learn how to debone a leg of lamb and chicken marylands, then take it all home with you. This is a timeless skill to have in the kitchen.

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Pairing food and music, Jessie Spiby (Masterchef Australia, 2015) curates a celebration of the best young talent in food and booze production in Adelaide – a dayclub for foodies. This sensory feast highlights the cultural diversity, sense of adventure, and undeniable talent of a new wave of the State’s producers. Think the diversity and richness of the Adelaide markets, music curated by Phil Rogers of Cuckoo Music and Sharni Honor of Porch Sessions, the vino and attitude of Alpha Box & Dice, mix this with the finest beer and cider from Mismatch Brewery and Hills Cider, gin and cocktails from Prohibition Gin and you’ll be on the money for this interactive extravaganza. Turn up the music and munch on some grub, it’s gonna be a hell of a good time!

Yakitori Takumi S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $120 Izakaya Night presents Japanese tapas at the first and only yakitori bar in South Australia, Yakitori Takumi. Izakaya is a vital cornerstone of the Japanese food experience, perfect for friends to catch up over 12 courses and six different types of sake and Japanese rice wine. All courses use fine South Australian produce – from our Coorong Angus beef to Barossa chicken, or our prawns from the Spencer Gulf. Japanese recipes with influences from Nara and Kyoto will be a highlight of this event. Everything is prepared in traditional Japanese cooking methods. This is a unique window into the fusion of Japanese and Australian food culture, as Takumi brings everyone together – the wife, the husband, the lovers, the cats and the drunken mates.

K entish B i g Ta b l e The Kentish Hotel S M T W T F S S | S 12:30PM | F 6:30PM | $95 One of the city’s most iconic pubs, The Kentish in North Adelaide, is hosting two Big Table events to celebrate what we are most passionate about – great local food, fantastic local wines and laughter all round. The Sunday event will feature a five-course meal showcasing boutique wineries from the Barossa. Meanwhile the Friday event will match wines from one Fleurieu Peninsula winery to each of its five courses. Our chefs will prepare ingredients selected from and inspired by South Australia’s regions, while guests will be able to meet the host winemakers around the table.

Le Cordon B leu Food Photog r aphy an d St yli ng Workshop (2 days) LE CORDON BLEU S M T W T F S S | 9:30AM | $525 See one of Australia’s premier food and wine events through artistic eyes and bring your lens along for a culinary adventure at Tasting Australia.

Le Cordon Bleu is offering an exciting hands-on two-day course with prominent food photographer Josie Withers. Students will cover natural light food photography techniques, image styling, exploring objects and surfaces, the use of props, correct equipment, editing and post production and social media applications. Course includes shooting on location in a ‘live’ chef’s kitchen and the opportunity to shoot a variety of dishes.

A Certificate of Attendance will be issued to all participants. Students must bring a DSLR, or SLR, a tripod and laptop. Editing programs Lightroom and/or Photoshop recommended.

L e Co rd o n B l eu P ro f essi o n a l Foo d Writi n g Wo rksh o p (5 days) LE CORDON BLEU S M T W T F S S | 9AM | $750 If you have an appetite for food and wine writing, Le Cordon Bleu is offering an exclusive taste of Tasting Australia by becoming part of the media corps. A five-day course run by experienced food and wine journalist David Sly will cover a busy program of events and the chance to interview key chefs, winemakers and identities involved in the festival.

Have your stories published online and receive invaluable feedback to master narrative structure, develop news sense and apply editing techniques across three distinct disciplines of writing – reportage, opinion and review. All students must bring a computer with Word and will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Sa lt + Seed Topiary S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $150 Topiary teams up with a fisherman from Point Turton to showcase some of the State’s best seafood. Surrounded by the breathtaking gardens of the historic Newman’s Nursery, a long-table dinner will create a sense of community, fuelling discussion with the growers and producers about their produce over the rolling courses. A wine list featuring strictly South Australian wines will be harmoniously matched to the delicate flavours of the fresh seafood and garden ingredients sourced directly from the nursery.

As a special memento of the experience, guests will receive their own pack of seeds from the ingredients that made up the evening’s menu.

Se w Tast y Market Tower, Adelaide Central Market S M T W T F S S | 7PM | $185 Sew & Sew Wines in collaboration with Adelaide Central Market invite you to an exclusive dinner in the mysterious and striking Market Tower. Unused for nearly all of its 115-year life, the Market Tower will be enlivened by a vertically progressive dinner. Over five courses, guests will move from the ground to the top floor in a culinary celebration of the 41 different cultures represented in the Market. Producers will present their feature dish in light of their unique history and associations with the Adelaide Central Market.

M y L a n d M y H a n ds M y P l ate Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute S M T W T F S S | 5PM | $100

G re at Wi n e Voyag e Adelaide East End & West End S M T W T F S S | 3:45pm | $65 Why is Adelaide ranked alongside the world’s best wine regions?

It’s time to explore this for yourselves on the Great Wine Voyage. To celebrate Adelaide’s inclusion into the prestigious Great Wine Capitals Global Network in 2016, the esteemed team from The Fruitful Pursuit invites you to ‘blind’ taste South Australia’s most exciting expressions, up against its most acclaimed global counterparts. From Napa Valley to Bordeaux, Verona to Valparaìso and Mendoza to Rioja, voyagers can ‘choose your own adventure’ while touring a handpicked selection of Adelaide’s most relevant bars and restaurants. Each of the nine venues will celebrate one of the world’s Great Wine Capitals, pouring two (50mL) tastings, giving you the chance to compare a locally-produced wine with an established expression from each respective region. Key identities from Napa Valley, Bordeaux and South Australia will also accompany your journey. Great Wine Voyage is proudly brought to you

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Tandanya, Adelaide’s key resource for showcasing local Indigenous art, culture and entertainment, will provide the venue for these evenings of storytelling and understanding. Meet local Kaurna people who are chefs, food handlers and gatherers and learn about their traditional methodologies and beliefs. WIRRA MAI Indigenous Catering and event management group’s Head Chef Kaurna woman Mina Inviratji Harradine will build the menu around the involvement of local Aboriginal Kaurna people gathering, sourcing and utilising food suppliers and ingredients. This will be combined with an interactive and authentic Kaurna experience that discusses food through story tellers, dancers and artists. A unique view of what South Australia has to offer, and the history of the region from the traditional owners of the Kaurna lands.

Langhorne Creek Wine an imPRESSion Institute Building State Library of South Australia S M T W T F S S | T 6:30PM | S S 2PM | FREE Timeless tales and a vintage drop come together for these occasions of leisure and learning. Hosted by Langhorne Creek Wine Region, this is a special opportunity to deepen your understanding of the history of wine from the coveted collection of the State Library. More than just a reading and Q&A session, you will also enjoy a tasting of Langhorne Creek wines.

Free to join, priceless to experience. A great way to explore one of South Australia’s most iconic wine regions without leaving the city centre.

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M a rco’s K itc h en Sean’s Kitchen S M T W T F S S | 12PM | $285 Beloved Chef and restauranteur Sean Connolly of Sean’s Kitchen is honoured to host one of his greatest culinary heroes – Marco Pierre White – for an unforgettable afternoon. With the multiple Michelin starred Marco as his guest of honour, Sean will recreate some of Marco’s most stunning dishes in his own kitchen. Having the great man himself on hand, sharing the stories and inspiration behind his creations, this will not only be a lunch that is truly world-class – but a fascinating insight into the methods of a culinary genius.

Moritz presents: Movida at Comida Comida, Adelaide Central Market S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $160

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Moritz presents Movida at Comida; a four-course collaborative Spanish dinner by Brad Sappenberghs (Comida, SA) and Frank Comorra (Movida, VIC) at the Adelaide Central Market. The team from Comida has always taken inspiration from the high-profile Melbourne eatery Movida, so it seems natural to pair these two great chefs in a collaboration that celebrates how local produce can showcase international flavour. Sourcing products from local suppliers in the Adelaide Central Market and Spanish produce from Alimentaria (Movida Imports), these two chefs will talk with their dinner guests about their journey, their creations and inspirations for making the finest modern Spanish dining experiences in Australia.

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Promenade Restaurant S M T W T F S S | 3PM | $44

Adelaide Showgrounds Farmers’ Market S M T W T F S S | 6:30PM | $75

Bubbles, beach and an abundant spread of South Australian fare await you at the iconic Promenade Restaurant, Stamford Grand Adelaide. Enjoy an afternoon in Glenelg for a South Australian Grand High Tea; including a glass of sparkling on arrival, scones, savoury and sweet treats, and Glenelg’s hallmark view. Ingredients are sourced from our local suppliers, showcasing what South Australia has to offer. Combine that with Glenelg’s most recognisable building, absolute beachfront views and you have the makings of an exquisite afternoon. Our staff and chef will be on board to explain all the highlighted South Australian produce.

South Australian Producer Session Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury S M T W T F S S | 10:30AM | 12PM | 1:30PM | 3PM | $50 Olsson’s SA Producer Sessions showcases a delicious program of South Australian producers as they demonstrate their craft and share their trade secrets. These sessions will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet and learn from the artisans themselves, second only to being personally invited into their workshops and kitchens. Located at the historic Cabinet Room of the Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury, these intimate sessions aim to educate and engage Tasting Australia’s guests with workshops and delicious cooking demonstrations. Sessions will be interactive requiring a ‘get your hands dirty’ level of audience participation.

Taste B u ds: Foo d Facts fo r K i ds Town Square S M T W T F S S | 11AM | 12:30PM | 2PM | 3:30PM | $30 Do you know where your food comes from? Callum Hann & Themis Chryssidis from Sprout Cooking School will lead kids through a food fact journey teaching them about the origins of food. Kids will cook with Callum & Themis to create a delicious, nutritious recipe to munch on. The recipe will be included in their take-home goody bag. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Waiting area provided.

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Enjoy a relaxed long table event in the home of the Adelaide Farmers’ Market.

Feast on a four-course tasting menu showcasing South Australian artisan food from the market and the best of local seasonal produce. Mingle with the market personalities and learn their connection to the food prepared. The Adelaide Farmers’ Market is passionate about ensuring our market-goers are connected to the food that they eat. This is a great way for our customers to enjoy great market produce and learn the story behind each dish.

Th e G lu ten Free Way with Sa b i n e D e V u o n o Just Gluten Free S M T W T F S S | 4PM | $95

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Italian-trained chef Sabine De Vuono will take you behind the scenes of her progressive approach to gluten free food and preparation. Discuss your dietary requirements ahead of time and Sabine will provide intimate cooking classes on how to make eating a pleasurable experience for anyone. These are specialist courses focussing on cooking without sugar, dairy, onion/garlic, how to prepare for dinner guests who have Coeliac disease, who are gluten free or vegan.

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Living Kaurna Cultural Centre & Warriparinga Wetlands S M T W T F S S | 10:30AM | $159 Join Kaurna elders and Conscious Lifestyles on a culinary and cultural journey into the original foodies of the Adelaide plains, featuring South Australian local native & wild food and historic Patritti wine at the Living Kaurna Cultural Centre, Marion. Be welcomed to country by Kaurna representatives led by Frank Wanganeen, and enjoy a morning tea with local native ingredients before a cultural walking tour of Warriparinga to discover the bush food and medicines that grow there. Return to a four-course equivalent shared lunch, including traditionally-cooked food and other native, wild, and local fare accompanied by three glasses of local wine from Patritti wines. Learn new cultural skills in optional basket weaving with Aboriginal craftswomen.

Taste B u ds: Foo d A rt Town Square S M T W T F S S | 11AM | 12:30PM | 2PM | 3:30PM | $30 Come along to paint and create with food. Be guided by local artists Kirsty Shadiac from Art Venture and Kate Hubmayer, author of Nature Craft for Aussie Kids. Create a masterpiece with food to take home and join a community painting project for the young Picasso. Every kid will take-home a goody bag.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Waiting area provided.

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Taste B u ds: P l a nt a P izz a Town Square S M T W T F S S | 11AM | 12:30PM | 2PM | 3:30PM | $30 We need kids who love pizza. Come along and be part of our Plant a Pizza day. Not only do you learn what to plant in a pizza garden, you will be able to harvest your own fresh seasonal vegetables and herbs then make your very own wood-fired pizza. ABC Television’s Gardening Australia presenter Sophie Thompson will show you what it takes to grow a pizza garden, how to harvest fresh ingredients for you to create your very own pizza. Then you can show Sophie how to eat it! A take-home goody bag for every kid. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Waiting area provided.

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Taste G ly n d e & Co Robern Menz S M T W T F S S | 10AM | FREE

Westfield Marion, Tea Tree Plaza and West Lakes S M T W T F S S | FREE Saturday: 11AM Westfield Marion

2PM Westfield West Lakes Sunday: 1PM Westfield Tea Tree Plaza Sisters Sammy and Bella Jakubiak are truly passionate foodies – it’s in their blood. Born to Polish parents and with generations of women passing down traditions and recipes, the winners of Channel 7’s My Kitchen Rules Season 2 have been gathering intel for a career in food over a lifetime. During Tasting Australia 2017 they will be bringing their simple approach to cooking and love of sharing to a Westfield near you, so you too can be confident and creative in the kitchen. The Westfield Masterclass series will allow you to pick up family favourite recipes and essential kitchen tips that will make day-to-day cooking a breeze. As the founders of Bella’s Feast, Sammy’s Burger Bar and Saucy Sister sauces label, they love meeting enthusiastic foodies and amateur cooks around the country.

Taste Glynde & Co is a market-style event featuring local produce, manufacturers, businesses and cooking demonstrations. Proudly presented by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, this event celebrates the rich 40-year history and cultural heritage of Glynde, home to a large cluster of food manufacturers who have provided food lovers from around the world with premium, award-winning food and beverages. Hear the stories direct from these family-owned businesses and food manufacturers. Some of the best local chefs will also be on hand to talk you and the kids through their heritage and how they use traditional cooking methods with the finest locally made produce.

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