Noosa Food & Wine 2016
Join food and wine lovers from across the country from May 20 to 22 at Noosa Food & Wine 2016.
This event showcases the finest local produce in one of the most beautiful areas of Australia. Event-goers can look forward to discovering new foods, wines and flavours at venues along the beachfront, riverside, in restaurants, as well as at the Noosa Street Feast long lunch on Hastings Street to name just a few. Look out for the more than 50 chefs from around Australia, including Pete Evans, Ben O'Donoghue, Samantha Gowing, Luke Mangan, Frank Camorra and Alastair McLeod, who come to Noosa to share their expertise and love of cooking.
Top 10 things to do at Noosa Food & Wine 2016
1) Surfers vs Chefs breakfast hosted by taste.com.au
Head down to the beach on Sunday morning to watch as guest chefs including Pete Evans, Peter Kuruvita, Andreas Nielsen, Ben O'Donoghue and Samantha Gowing take to the water to compete against surfing professionals. While our versatile foodies catch the waves, enjoy a pilates class, brilliant breakfast and an auction in support of SurfAid.
2) Spanish fiesta
Rococo Noosa has teamed up with Frank Camorra from MoVida Melbourne to bring the flavours of Spain to Noosa Main Beach. Enjoy Spanish delights from tapas to paella as the party progresses into the night.
3) The Paleo Way
Enjoy a welcome drink, a light bite and a presentation from celebrity chef and author Pete Evans, followed by a Q&A session about the Paleo diet and lifestyle.
4) ‘You're better on beef' BBQ
Celebrate the best of beautiful Aussie beef on the shores of the Noosa River where renowned chefs will serve up their favourite sirloin creations.
5) Farmers markets
Visit the famous Noosa Farmers Market to see a selection of local produce and live cooking demonstrations. You'll have the chance to mingle with producers, growers, farmers and visiting chefs while you taste the best food that Queensland has to offer.
6) Wine tastings
Take part in wine tastings from some of Australia's best wineries. There's even a champagne masterclass for those who are looking for something more luxurious.
7) Restaurants
Join some of Australia's top chefs in a range of Noosa's best restaurants for co-hosted dinners. These unique collaborations provide an unforgettable dining experience.
8) The Spanish Quarter
Dance and dine your way through a colourful, carnival-like atmosphere of a Spanish village, where you can sip wine and sample delights from cheese to paella to jamon. A sangria bar and the sounds of Latino music will ensure the party progresses into the night.
9) Cooking demonstrations
Marvel at the skills on show as chefs demonstrate their best creations in front of an audience at Noosa Farmers Market. It's worth taking notes as they share their best tips and techniques.
10) Lifestyle
This year's event emphasises not just food but the full lifestyle experience. From seminars on healthy eating, to pilates on the beach or a fun 9 hole game at Noosa Springs Golf & Spa resort, there are plenty of other experiences to enjoy.
For more information about how to get there, ticket information and the full program of events, head to noosafoodwinefestival.com.au
Source
Taste.com.au — May 2016