What's On

General Entry

FREE samples all day! Try food, wine & coffee from over 300 producers.

Entry Includes:

Cheese Alley - presented by Tucker’s Natural
FREE samples of cheese from 14 regions across Australia.

Riedel Wine Theatre
Guided by a panel of fine wine experts, immerse yourself in the best of Australian wine, explore rare vintage drops and uncover new boutique labels.
Purchase a wine tasting glass for $3 at the show.

Celebrity Theatre
NOTE: Reserve your seat (FREE event) when purchasng tickets.

Be inspired by top chefs. Discover new recipes, tips, tricks and techniques to try at home as they present an unforgettable blend of flavour, skill and entertainment.

The Chopping Block
See the Celebrity Chefs in action. Pick up some useful cooking tips & taste free samples, cook book signings and fantastic prize draws.

Maggie Beer at the Yalumba Y Series Restaurant
Come and relax. Maggie Beer has created a mouth-watering menu using some of the best seasonal produce. Each dish is perfectly matched with a glass of Y Series Yalumba wine - so the hardest part is deciding what to choose!

A Journey Through Coffee with Nespresso
A Journey Through Coffee Masterclass with Nespresso takes participants on a unique and sensorial journey in a fun and interactive session. Participants will discover the versatility of 4 Grand Cru coffees, ranging in intensity and aromatic profiles, and prepared in a variety of ways.

Dymocks Book Signing
Visit the on site Dymocks store for celebrity chef book signing. Check session times in store on the day.

Featured Sessions & Master Classes

Reidel A+ Wine Bar

Wine Australia will be presenting master classes highlighting the best examples from across Australiaís wine regions and showcasing the diversity and quality on offer.

Limited to 22 people per session

Riedel Gift Pack
• 2 x Riedel Magnums
• Bottle Brookland Valley Estate wine.
• Bottle of FIJI water

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Fisher & Paykel YUM Kitchen

Much-loved cooking schools Bottega Rotolo will host an unforgettable hands-on cooking experience.Then sit-down, relax and enjoy your dish with with wines matched from Barrossa Valley premium wine makers Grant Burge.

Limited to 24 people per session. Choose from

Choose from four experiences:

• The Perfect Pasta
• Tales from Le Cordon Bleu
• Flavours of summer
• Home Comforts with a Masterchef twist

Gift Bag includes:
• Bottle Barrossa Valley Grant Burge
• Goodies from sponsor Fisher & Paykel

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Lyndey Milan's Cheese Master Class - presented by Tucker’s Natural

Limited to 24 people per session, a great way to taste the best cheese and wine matches.

Choose from 6 sessions:

The Rules for Good Company - Selecting the Best Cheeses & How to Serve Them
Create the ultimate combination of creamy, crumbly, runny, piquant and pungent cheeses. How to store them and find their perfect partners: lavosh, nuts and fruit.

Soft & Sensitive - From Curd to Camembert
Indulge in soft textures with cheeses ranging between only a few days old to full, fat, ripe and runny bries and camemberts.

Not Just Funky, Delicate Too - Washed Rind & Blue Cheeses
Increasingly popular, washed rind and blue cheeses can be anything from gentle and delicate to ripe and richly developed. Enjoy their differences.

Tradition vs. Innovation - You Be the Judge
Cheese can be made from any milk, not only cows. Try the alternative/s as well as some more innovative cheese styles.

Different Cheeses, Different Wines & a Musician
Forget red wine and cheese. Experience sublime and unusual flavour combinations with different wines, including a particularly special one.

Rewards of Patience - Older & Mature Cheeses
Some things just get better with age. Taste the difference between young, old cheddars and a range of other cheeses.

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LifeStyle FOOD Chef's Table

Designed for lovers of food, specialty wines and a desire to learn from some of the worldís best chefs.

• 3 courses perfectly paired premium wines
• Coffee on arrival
• Limited to 48 people per session

Will Studd - Cheesing Hour with Will Studd
A regular on Foxtel's LifeStyle FOOD Channel, Will Studd is the star of the hugely popular TV series, Cheese Slices. As the Master of Cheese, he constantly travels the world to keep in check his insatiable desire for the perfect fromage. In this session, he will serve up what he knows best, teaching you how to appreciate the distinctive flavours, textures and aromas, and most importantly, guide you on how to choose the best cheese.

John McLeay - Red Spice Road with John McLeay
John McLeay is the founder and head chef of Melbourne's Red Spice Road, winner of Australia's Favourite Thai restaurant in the 2012 LifeStyle FOOD I Love FOOD Awards. In this session, John will immerse you in the world of South-East Asian cuisine with the perfect balance of hot, sour, sweet and salty flavours.

Marion Grasby - Marion's Thailand with Marion Grasby
Marion Grasby is the face of the new TV series Marion's Thailand, exclusive to Foxtel's LifeStyle FOOD Channel. Drawing on childhood memories and coveted family recipes, Marion will send your tastebuds on an exotic journey to Thailand and show you just how easy it is to prepare a delicious Asian meal.

Miguel Maestre - Bulletproof Dinner Party
People with food allergies often struggle to create exciting everyday meals. In this session, Miguel will show you how to cater for the most common food allergies by demonstrating delicious, healthy and easy to prepare meals for family and friends.

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