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Fleurieu Food Festival Opening Night

The Salopian Inn

The Salopian Inn, Corner Main Road & McMurtrie Road, McLaren Vale

30 Thu Jul | 6.00 - 9.00 pm

$85

Celebrate the opening of Gail Kellett's new hand-painted linocut works, inspired by the inn's abundant edible garden. The evening features a Feed Me dinner by Chef Karena Armstrong, a glass of wine on arrival, and guest speaker Anna Small from Fleurieu Arthouse.

Never Never Distilling co,

56 Field St, McLaren Vale

31st Fri Jul | 5:30pm - 10:00pm

$59

Kick off Oyster Palooza weekend in style! Join us for an evening full of fresh South Australian

oysters, drink specials, DJ Tommy Tequila, live shucking and frozen Shellies from our iconic

'Shellie' luge.

Hastwell & Lightfoot,

301 Foggo Rd, McLaren Vale

31 Fri Jul | 6.45 - 9.45 pm

$139

Step into the candlelit Oak Room for a rare Moorish-inspired banquet matched with aged museum wines from the private cellars of the Hastwell and Lightfoot families. Roaming finger food gives way to a lavish shared feast and individual desserts, celebrating the best of Fleurieu produce.

Fall From Grace,

206 Port Road, Aldinga

1 Sat Aug | 12.00 - 10.00 pm

$85

A one-day-only New York steakhouse dining experience celebrating premium cuts, bold flavours and FFG style hospitality. Settle into Fall From Grace in Aldinga for a taste of the Big Apple, Fleurieu style.

Never Never Distilling co,

56 Field St, McLaren Vale

Sat 1st - Sun 2nd Aug | 10:30am - 6:00pm

$59

Join Never Never's fifth annual OysterPalooza for a shucking good time, featuring fresh South

Australian oysters, frozen Shellies, live shucking, live music and spectacular McLaren Vale

views.

Shifty Lizard Brewing Co,

33 High Street, Willunga

8 Sat Aug | 2.00–4.00 PM & 5.00–9.00pm (Two Sittings)

$75pp

Join us for a fiery winter celebration of spice, salsa and great beer. Enjoy a welcome drink, tasty tacos or wings, live salsa music and relaxed brewery vibes. Feeling brave? Take on the Burn Ladder Wing Challenge.

Lloyd Brothers,

69 Warners Road, McLaren Vale

8 Sat Aug | 5.00 - 10.30 pm

$195

Experience an award-winning wedding night - without the ceremony. Chef Todd Steele showcases the very best Fleurieu produce across an exceptional evening of premium food and beverage packages, with entertainment from Black Cherry Events' DJ Ali B and, yes, a dance floor. A night of surprises to remember.

The Salopian Inn,

Corner Main Road & McMurtrie Road, McLaren Vale

13 Thu Aug | 10.30 am - 1.30 pm

$120

Explore the Salopian kitchen garden with gardener Sammy, then return to your table and let creativity flow onto the paper tablecloths. Enjoy a warming bowl of dumplings and a cosy afternoon of drawing and play - your favourite pieces framed to take home. Includes materials, coffee and lunch.

Battle of Bosworth,

92 Gaffney Road, Willunga

15 Sat Aug | 12.00 - 4.00 pm

$65

Taste Iberian and Mediterranean alternative varietals alongside barrel samples, including the 'Exile' Touriga Nacional and a preview of the 2026 Fiano. Winemaker Joch explains how and why they thrive in McLaren Vale, while you enjoy Hen's paella on long tables in the Ruin, finishing with a Portuguese tart and vintage fortified.

Coach Light Cabin,

377 Old Coach Road, Aldinga

15 Sat Aug | 1.30 - 4.00 pm

$65 per person

A stylish gathering that brings together Fleurieu fashion, food, wine, and community in one unforgettable afternoon. Enjoy a curated selection of gourmet canapés by Port Willunga Fine Foods, artisan cheeses from Alexandrina Cheese Company, and new-release wines from Poppelvej Wines while taking in a relaxed spring fashion showcase featuring local women modelling the season's latest looks on the deck.

Wild Flour Cafe,

44 High Street, Willunga

16 Sun Aug | 10.30 am - 1.30 pm

$95

Two of Willunga's High Street originals join forces for a long-table brunch where every course is matched with a Hither & Yon wine, introduced by the Leask family. Three seasonal courses from Wild Flour's head chef and the story behind each pour - a genuine meet-the-maker experience.

Wyverstone Tea,

Lot 10, 173 Port Road, Aldinga

16 Sun Aug | 10.30 am - 2.30 pm

$50

Discover the art of tea and craft your very own custom blend to take home, in a relaxed, hands-on workshop with Wyverstone Tea. Perfect for tea lovers wanting to explore aroma, flavour and the gentle ritual of blending.

The Salopian Inn,

Corner Main Road & McMurtrie Road, McLaren Vale

20 Thu Aug | 10.30 am - 3.00 pm

$150

Spend a creative day of printmaking with artist Gail Kellett, inspired by the Salopian kitchen garden. Develop and carve your own linocut designs across this immersive class, with one finished print framed to take home. Includes all materials, coffee and a dumpling lunch.

Ekhidna Kitchen & Wines,

67 Branson Road, McLaren Vale

22 Sat Aug | 1.00 - 5.00 pm

$100

A five-course feast of warm unhurried dining, bringing the ocean to the table with all the coastal flavours. Featuring some of Cape Calamari's finest line-caught and locally loved seafood. Celebrated through Chef Kane Livingston's signature approach to honest, produce-driven food, with a glass of house wine or beer on arrival.

Anvers Wines,

633 Razorback Road, Kangarilla

22 Sat Aug | 6.00 - 10.30 pm

$145

A six-course dessert degustation by Anvers Executive Chef Connor Bishop, exploring flavour, texture and temperature with six matched beverages. A secret progressive menu bringing the best local ingredients to life, with a sprinkle of native Australian flavours throughout.

Our Place @ Willunga Hill,

1980 Brookman Road, Willunga Hill

22 Sat Aug | 12.00 - 4.00 pm

An immersive long lunch of shared feasting, mystery guests, entertainment and unexpected surprises. Inspired by the tradition of Sunday lunch, settle in for a leisurely afternoon of generous food, lively conversation and a fully stocked bar. Expect mystery, mischief and the unexpected - the guest list stays under wraps.

Shadow Creek, 314 Rifle Range Road, McLaren Vale

22 Sat Aug | 3.00 - 7.30 pm

$160

A winter long table feast at Shadow Creek, centred around whole lamb from neighbour Monapilla Estate, hung and cooked slowly over coals and smoke by Chef Jamie Steele. Jamie will create starters and marrow butter served with freshly baked bread. Shadow Creek showcases old vine, dry grown Grenache planted circa 1928, our dry grown Shiraz and younger Mediterranean varieties.

Beresford House,

158 Ingoldby Rd, McLaren Flat

22 Sat Aug | 6.00 - 10.00 pm

$135

A curated four-course dinner celebrating the beauty of aged wines, with a welcome drink on arrival. Enjoy guided tastings of rare back-vintage wines and winemaker chats on the craft behind each release, with limited bottles to purchase and live acoustic music throughout an intimate evening.

McCarthy's Orchard Cellar Door,

207 Sand Rd, McLaren Flat

22 Sat Aug | 12.00 - 3.00 pm

$80

A fun, creative sustainable jewellery workshop with Carly Carter and Katie Spain, accompanied by local produce plates, craft cider or wine and a hosted cheese tasting. Guided crafting in a warm, indoor setting with orchard and vineyard views.

McLaren Vale Distillery,

725 Chapel Hill Road, Blewitt Springs

23 Sun Aug | 3.00 - 4.30 pm

$25 adults / $10 under 18

Discover pasture-raised egg farming as you walk through Lanark Farm and vineyard. Enjoy an egg-inspired afternoon tea and McLaren Vale Distillery tastings.

Old Colville Farm, 640 Colville Rd, Willunga South

23 Sun Aug | 10.30 am - 12.30 pm

$120 pp

From the garden to the glass. Enjoy a seasonal brunch menu, garden tour, and curated drinks showcasing botanical flavours, foraged and native ingredients. The morning begins with a guided garden tour, walking among the edible flowers, native plants, and foraged ingredients that will appear on your plate. Once seated in the Conservatory, guests share curated light meals and botanical drinks paired with sensory insights into the flavours, aromas, and stories behind each ingredient.

McLaren Vale Hotel,

208 Main Rd, McLaren Vale

26 Wed Aug | 6.30 - 10.00 pm

$90

Gather on the Verandah for a four-course feast by fire, featuring rotisserie cooking over the coals. A relaxed and interactive dining experience that brings guests closer to the flames - and the craft behind every dish.

Pearl,

Boat Ramp, Aldinga Beach

28 Fri Aug | 12.00 - 4.00 pm

$140

Escape the winter chill and settle in by the sea for a winter long lunch inspired by the rugged beauty of the Fleurieu coastline. Set on the sands of Aldinga Beach, Pearl showcases local seafood and seasonal regional produce, cooked over fire and paired with exceptional wines from Aphelion. Together, they capture the wild, coastal character of winter on the Fleurieu Peninsula. Warm, relaxed and deeply connected to place, this is an invitation to linger over the very best of the season.

Wirra Wirra,

255 Strout Road, McLaren Vale

29 Sat Aug | 6.30 - 9:30 pm

$170 pp (Wirra Wirra members save 10%)

The closing event of the festival. For one night only, three chefs headline the table - Rob Kolencik, Tom Boden and Taiaha Ngawiki - presenting a multi-course menu celebrating a decade of Harry's Deli. Honouring season, provenance and creativity, matched with Wirra Wirra Single Vineyard and Flagship wines.

Willunga Markets,

High School, Main Road, Willunga

29 Sat Aug | 10.30 - 11.30 am

$40

Every medal at the 2025 South Australian Tourism Awards came home to the Fleurieu. Join Gold-winner Jackie from Fleurieu Food and Wine to craft a native butter, then Silver-winner Anita from Foodbuilders to mill a bouillon from scratch, hosted by Bronze-winner Willunga Markets. One region, three medals, all made by hand.

Native Pasta Masterclass, Lunch & Wine by Fleurieu Food and Wine

Hastwell & Lightfoot,

301 Foggo Rd, McLaren Vale

30 Sun Aug | 11.30 am - 2.30 pm$160

Craft a wattleseed tagliatelle with a pepperberry cacio e pepe sauce and desert lime and lemon myrtle tiramisu. Then gather at the shared table for lunch paired with a wine tasting. A celebration of native flavours and regional craft.

The Green Gourmet,

2 Kookaburra Court, Willunga

30 Sun Aug | 11.00 am - 3.00 pm

$180

In this special workshop, The Green Gourmet explores the connection between the Mediterranean and the Fleurieu. Through a mix of hands-on and demonstration cooking, we'll prepare and enjoy a generous Mediterranean-inspired long lunch, including mezzes, warming vegetable-focused main dishes and indulgent desserts. Learn the stories behind the recipes, and leave with fresh inspiration for winter cooking that is both nourishing and full of flavour.

Fleurieu Food Festival at the Farmers Market

Willunga Farmers Market, Willunga

Every Saturday in August | 8.00 am - 12.00 pm

Free

A month of food-related events at the Fleurieu's beloved Willunga Farmers Market. Join the region's growers and makers each Saturday morning through August to celebrate the season's freshest produce.

Ekhidna Kitchen

Ekhidna, 67 Branson Road, McLaren Vale

Wednesdays to Fridays in August | 11.30 am - 2.30 pm

$55

Escape the cold and get cosy at EK's award-winning restaurant, with perfect views over the winter vines and rolling hills. A two- or three-course lunch with a glass of house wine, local beer or soft drink. The food is worth leaving the house for. Bookings preferred.

Haselgrove Wines Cellar Door

291 Foggo Road, McLaren Flat

Every Sunday in August | 11.00 am - 12.45 pm

$110

Cosy up this winter and get hands-on blending Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvedre into your own signature red. After crafting your custom blend, relax with a hot hand-stretched pizza to share and soak in the views from Haselgrove's scenic rooftop cellar door.

Limited spots - your winter red awaits.

d'Arry's Verandah Restaurant

Osborn Rd, McLaren Vale

Throughout August (Mon-Fri) | 12.00 - 1.30 pm

$95 (two courses)

Chef Tom Boden celebrates the succulence of Fleurieu lamb with a dynamic seasonal dish, paired with a bespoke three-wine tasting flight curated by you from the d'Arenberg wine list. A relaxed weekday lunch showcasing the region's finest

Mollydooker Wines

23 Coppermine Rd, McLaren Vale

Daily throughout August | 10.00 am - 4.30 pm

Settle in by the fire at Mollydooker's McLaren Vale cellar door and let winter do its thing. Our cosy Winter Warmers menu features spiced mulled wine, baked brie, gourmet toasties and fireside favourites; everything you need for the perfect slow afternoon on the Fleurieu.

The Pasta Table at Main & Cherry

Main & Cherry, Chandlers Hill

Monday, Thursday and Friday through August | 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

Bookings are recommended.

A winter warming special of slow-braised beef ragu pappardelle, paired with a glass of local Main & Cherry wine. A delicious way to warm up your August at the Chandlers Hill cellar door.

Beach Road Winery & Restaurant,

309 Seaview Road, McLaren Vale

Every Sunday in August | 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

Settle into our relaxed vineyard restaurant, open Wednesday to Sunday, and enjoy truffle mac and cheese, hearty sharing plates and seasonal desserts crafted with local ingredients. Join us throughout August for cosy winter dining, with live music every Sunday creating the perfect atmosphere to unwind, gather with friends and savour the season.