Tasting Australia

Tasting Australia Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond returns from 30 April to 9 May 2027. Ten days of great food, good drinks and even better company.

Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond is a celebration of eating and drinking. It's a showcase of all things South Australian: our people, our produce and our place. Each autumn we invite audiences to step beyond a standard food festival and discover deliciously different experiences that feed their curiosity. Indulgent lunches with friends, boutique beverages served fireside in Town Squar

e and menus created by world-class chefs are just a taste. Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond inspires visitors, chefs, producers, media and buyers to experience the best of our state – and ensures local audiences are always at the party too.

After four memorable years shaping the Tasting Australia presented by drinks program, Meira Harel and Banjo Harris Plan...
26/08/2026

After four memorable years shaping the Tasting Australia presented by drinks program, Meira Harel and Banjo Harris Plane will conclude their tenure as Festival Curators.

Over the past four years, Meira and Banjo have helped broaden the conversation around what we drink and why it matters. Through new concepts, fresh perspectives and a commitment to showcasing the people behind each bottle, they have played a significant role in evolving the festival's drinks program and creating experiences that sparked curiosity, connection and conversation.

We thank Meira and Banjo for their creativity, generosity and dedication.

Stay tuned for the next chapter of Tasting Australia.

From McLaren Vale to French wine royalty status🍷Emmanuelle Bekkers, the co-founder and winemaker behind McLaren Vale bas...
24/08/2026

From McLaren Vale to French wine royalty status🍷

Emmanuelle Bekkers, the co-founder and winemaker behind McLaren Vale based wine label Bekkers Wine, has been officially knighted by the French Government, appointed a Chevalier (Knight) De l’Ordre National du Mérite Agricole.

This prestigious honour celebrates Emmanuelle’s extraordinary work building bridges between the French and Australian wine communities, elevating the global reputation of French winemaking. Emmanuelle has been crafting world-class drops alongside her husband Toby right here in South Australia since 2010.

Australia's best bar? Australian Gourmet Traveller says so 🏆Willunga's Tread Lightly has been crowned Gourmet Traveller'...
18/08/2026

Australia's best bar? Australian Gourmet Traveller says so 🏆

Willunga's Tread Lightly has been crowned Gourmet Traveller's 2026 Bar of the Year, earning national recognition for its award-winning cocktails and unforgettable hospitality.

Celebrating 60 years of culinary excellence, the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Awards recognise the chefs, venues and innovators redefining Australia's food and wine scene across 10 categories.

09/08/2026

Ever wondered what's growing behind the menu at the Salopian Inn?

Join chef and owner Karena Armstrong as she takes us on a tour through the Salopian Inn's kitchen garden – where today’s harvest becomes tonight’s menu.

Consider it a little reminder that the best meals start long before the kitchen stove is even turned on.

From the Riverland to the national stage ⭐Congratulations to Singing Magpie Produce, winner of the Artisan Award at the ...
07/08/2026

From the Riverland to the national stage ⭐

Congratulations to Singing Magpie Produce, winner of the Artisan Award at the 2026 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards. Their commitment to quality produce, sustainability and innovation has earned Sue Heward recognition as one of Australia's best.

26/07/2026

In Coober Pedy, the kitchen looks a little different 😌
 
For chef Jo Barrett cooking beneath the desert sky as part of Tasting Australia by Train: The Ghan Edition meant embracing the unexpected – from the challenges of remote logistics to creating something extraordinary in one of South Australia’s most iconic remote landscapes.
 
Because some of the best meals aren’t just about what’s on the plate, but the moments and memories of where they’re shared.
 
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09/07/2026

Every dish tells a story.

For chefmarkbest that was especially true of his hero dish onboard The Ghan for Tasting Australia by Train.

Mark created an Afghan Curry with saltbush lamb, palaw and sabzi — a dish that celebrates Australia’s native ingredients while honouring the cultural legacy of the Afghan cameleers, whose journeys across the outback inspired the name of The Ghan.

Rooted in history and shaped by place, it’s a reminder that some of the most memorable meals are those that connect us to the stories of the land beneath our feet.

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28/06/2026

Some memories are just better on film 🎞️

No filters, no edits, just the raw moments in between.

A few frames from .se journey to South Australia and their adventures around Adelaide for Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond.

From long-table feasts and late-night laughs to unforgettable flavours and new friendships, these film snaps capture it all.

18/06/2026

Chargrilled Robe octopus and a cracking wine pairing? Say less.

We asked Chayse Bertoncello from O.MY Restaurant what he’d pour with the iconic Peel St Restaurant dish during Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond.

Safe to say, he delivered.

Grab a table at Peel St Restaurant to try this perfect pairing for yourself.

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14/06/2026

We asked Shannon Fleming while in Coober Pedy onboard The Ghan for Tasting Australia by Train, what makes South Australian hospitality so unique?

Shannon’s response? It all starts with the produce.

From world-class wine regions to incredible growers, makers and producers, there’s a genuine pride in showcasing the best of South Australia on every plate and in every glass here.

That connection to place, people and produce is what makes dining in South Australia so special.

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