A JOURNEY OF THE SENSES
WHEN /
AUGUST 2022
ABOUT THE EVENT /
The Fleurieu Food Festival aims to showcase the breadth and depth of food and beverage producers and food businesses on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia.
Brought to you by the Board of Fleurieu Peninsula Food; businesses and groups involved in food and beverage production, value adding and tourism will be invited to host food focused events throughout the month of August 2022.
Experience fine dining in vineyards or olive groves, foraging experiences, farm tours and presentations or cooking classes. Visit the multi-award winning Willunga Farmer’s Market for special presentations throughout the month, or to bump shoulders with the farmers that bring you their fabulous produce year round.
There is something for everyone at the Fleurieu Food Festival, and we look forward to showcasing our wares in August 2022.
The Events
Calendar of Events
- Mon 01 Aug01MonAugPremium Gin Masterclass/Never Never DistillingMOREMultiple Dates01 Aug, 11:00 am – 12:30 pmNever Never Distilling , 56 Field St, McLaren Vale SA 5171, AustraliaEnjoy a Premium Gin Masterclass at the beautiful Never Never Distilling Co. distillery door, set in the hills of McLaren Vale in South Australia. Enjoy a fully-guided tasting and tour experience with one of our gin experts.
- Mon 01 Aug01MonAugA Locals Long Lunch/Currant ShedMOREMultiple Dates01 Aug, 11:30 am – 2:30 pmCurrant Shed, 104 Ingoldby Rd, McLaren Flat SA 5171, AustraliaA Local’s Long Lunch Join us in August for a seasonal, locally-inspired long lunch at The Currant Shed. Our exclusive menu offers 4 courses, all highlighting Fleurieu-grown produce from our talented regional suppliers. Open every day for lunch (excluding Wednesdays)
- Mon 01 Aug01MonAugFleurieu Steak Pie/Lady Bay Resort01 Aug, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pmLady Bay Resort, 73 St Andrews Blvd, Normanville SA 5204, AustraliaCome down and enjoy the The Fleurieu Steak Pie with mash & greens for the whole month of August. Monday to Sunday 12-3pm Wednesday to Saturday 5.30-8pm To book please call (08) 8558 0644
- Tue 02 Aug02TueAugFleurieu Food Platter/Willunga Golf Course02 Aug, 11:00 am – 3:00 pmWillunga Golf Course , St Peters Terrace, Willunga SA 5172, AustraliaEnjoy a grazing plate for two Made from quality Fleurieu products (as availability allows) Products changing daily. Enjoy looking over the 19th green at the stunning Willunga Golf course $30 per platter (suited for two people to share) Bookings recommended 0408 393 490
- 03 Aug, 8:30 am – 04 Aug, 8:30 amDeep Creek, 318 Tapanappa Rd, Deep Creek SA 5204, AustraliaThe Southern Ocean Walk is a 2 day / 1 night adventure that showcases the extraordinary diversity of the Fleurieu Peninsula coastline. From dense forests with prolific wildlife and waterfalls to panoramic clifftops overlooking pristine beaches this is a walk of outstanding beauty.
- Wed 03 Aug03WedAugTrott Pie Tuesday/Harrys Deli @ Wirra Wirra VineyardsMOREMultiple Dates03 Aug, 10:00 am – 3:30 pmHarrys Deli @ Wirra Wirra Vineyards, 255 Strout Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171, AustraliaTrott Pie Tuesday (August) Our Spin on David Swain and Greg Trott’s Famous Lamb and Shiraz Pie with Flaky Golden Pastry. Served with Seasonal Salad and Crispy Chips Complimentary glass 2020 Woodhenge Shiraz with every pie purchased.
- 03 Aug, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pmKim Bolton Wines, 27 High St, Strathalbyn SA 5255, AustraliaThis year we combine two of Kimbolton' s much sought after events - our Cellar Treasures Degustation Dinner and our Meet the Maker dinner with the Commercial Hotel in Strathalbyn.
- Thu 04 Aug04ThuAugWinter Curry Nights/Forktree Brewing04 Aug, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pmForktree Brewing, 935 Forktree Rd, Carrickalinga SA 5204, AustraliaForktree Curry Nights are back on Thursday nights for the month of August as part of the Fleurieu Food Festival. Enjoy a stunning winter sunset, a locally brewed ale and one of the Forktree's finest curries amongst friends and family. To book call - 041 005 4993
- Fri 05 Aug05FriAugGourmet Truffle Hunting Experience/McLaren Flat05 Aug, 9:00 amMcLaren Flat, 104 Ingoldby Rd, McLaren Flat SA 5171, AustraliaJoin The Tailor Touring Co. on an exclusive small group tour, to discover South Australia’s burgeoning truffling industry which is relatively new to South Australia. Spend time with the owners of a truffle farm, the truffle hunters, and their specially trained dogs.
- Sat 06 Aug06SatAugWillunga Farmers Market/Willunga06 Aug, 8:00 am – 12:00 pmWillunga, Main Rd, Willunga SA 5172, AustraliaJoin us in the Willunga Farmers Market kitchen throughout the month of August to celebrate the flavours of the region as part of the Fleurieu Food Festival. Join Lilyarra Artisan Cheeses and Taronga Almonds for demonstrations and tastings at 9.30am
- Sat 06 Aug06SatAugSecond Valley Market/Second Valley Soldiers Memorial Hall06 Aug, 10:00 am – 3:00 pmSecond Valley Soldiers Memorial Hall , 140 Finniss Vale Dr, Second Valley SA 5204, AustraliaShowcasing small artisan food businesses operating within the Second Valley environs.
- Sat 06 Aug06SatAugPop Up Farm Shop - Make your Own Platter/Peninsula Providore06 Aug, 11:00 am – 07 Aug, 4:00 pmPeninsula Providore, 2250 Bull Creek Rd, Tooperang SA 5255, AustraliaPeninsula Providore are opening up their farm shop to a range of Fleurieu Peninsula food producers. Come and create your own Fleurieu Food Platter. Saturday - 11-4pm Sunday - 11- 4pm Table bookings required
- Sat 06 Aug06SatAugSwell Brewery Tour and Tasting/Swell BreweryMOREMultiple Dates06 Aug, 11:00 am – 07 Aug, 12:00 pmSwell Brewery, 168 Olivers Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171, AustraliaGuided tour of our brewing facility followed by a tasting of our core range of beers
- Sat 06 Aug06SatAugNorthern Italian Long Lunch/Fall From Grace06 Aug, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pmFall From Grace, 209 Port Rd, Aldinga SA 5173, AustraliaFeaturing the cuisine & wines of Piedmont along with offerings from local producers.
- 06 Aug, 6:30 pm – 10:30 pmBombora on the River, 94 Barrage Rd, Goolwa South SA 5214, AustraliaDiscover the beauty of Goolwa and the Lower Murray River with a 7 Course degustation dinner with matching wines from Shirvington Winery overlooking the Goolwa Wharf.
- 07 Aug, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm ACSTDeep Creek, Deep Creek SA 5204, AustraliaGuided walk, hiking morning tea and long lunch. Package includes: return pick up from Normanville, an experienced local guide to take you on journey into Deep Creek for a 2.5 hour return walk and locally made morning tea. Enjoy a delicious long lunch showcasing local Fleurieu food & wine.
- Sun 07 Aug07SunAugQueen of the Hive/Paxton Wines07 Aug, 11:00 am – 12:00 pmPaxton Wines, Via, Budgens Road, 68 Wheaton Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171, AustraliaCome and help us launch our very own honey sourced from hives around the vineyards! Enjoy honey infused mulled wine, local nibbles featuring the honey, live music and great company over looking the rolling hills around Paxton cellar door.
- Sun 07 Aug07SunAugSunday Sessions/Loco MexicanMOREMultiple Dates07 Aug, 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm ACSTLoco Mexican, unit 14/17-21 Ocean St, Victor Harbor SA 5211, AustraliaSunday street food style Mexican menu with drink specials and festive vibe. Blow away the winter blues with a relaxed afternoon lunch and a laid back atmosphere. Ala carte menu available.