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FOOD AND WINE
EXPERIENCES IN
SYDNEY AND NSW
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Tantalise your taste buds with delicious food and wine experiences in Sydney
and throughout regional NSW.
Sydney Food & Wine Experiences
4 Pines Brewing Company, Manly
Overlooking Manly Wharf, the 4 Pines Brew Pub in Manly is where 4 Pines
was born and brews handcrafted beers on-site. The brewery tour is hosted by
a qualified beer expert and guests can sample five international award- Four Pines Manly
winning handcrafted brews. 4 Pines also operates venues at Brookvale and
Newport.
Tel: +61 2 9976 2300
4pinesbeer.com.au
Dave’s Travel, Sydney and suburbs
Dave’s offers a collection of small-group tours, guided walks and behind-the-
scenes experiences visiting some of Sydney’s oldest pubs and hottest
microbreweries. Guests can taste, smell and learn everything about brewing
Young Henry’s, Newtown
good beer (ciders and wines too), whilst gaining an insight into Sydney, past
and present. Tours visit Sydney’s Rocks precinct and Balmain on foot, whilst
air-conditioned vehicles transport guests on tours of Sydney’s colourful inner-
city villages, Manly and the Northern Beaches.
Tel: +61 481 162 820
daves.com.au
My Detour, Sydney and suburbs
My Detour offers a full-day Foodie Detour with two different touring options:
sightseeing with a foodie twist or the ultimate foodie experience. Travelling in Brewer’s, Bootleggers and Winemakers Tour,
My Detour’s classic Australian vintage cars, these tours visit locals’ favourite Dave’s Travel
cafes and visit some of Sydney’s foodie hotspots – with opportunities to go
‘behind the scenes’, meet the makers and hands-on experiences such as
roasting your own coffee.
Tel: +61 408 508 508
mydetour.com.au
Archie Rose Distilling Co. Rosebery
Nurtured Tours, Sydney and beyond
Based in Sydney, these unique tours focus on health, well-being and beauty
in nature. The tours vary from visiting essential oil farms to Australian health
and well-being manufacturers where guests can buy health and well-being
products direct from the manufacturers. Options include Shopping Tours,
Food and Wine Tours, and technical visits to educational institutions,
companies and local government areas. Tours can be conducted in English,
Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean and Arabic.
Tel: +61 2 9552 9967 Aerial, Southern Highlands
nurturedtours.com.au
Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay
The Sydney Opera House’s new dining venue Portside sits along the
colonnade of the Western Foyer with views of the harbour and bridge. Set on
the Lower Concourse of the Sydney Opera House, Opera Kitchen offers
some of the best views of Sydney Harbour from waterside tables. The Opera
Bar is perfect for a pre-show cocktail while Bennelong Restaurant under the
sails of the Opera House offers pre-and post-theatre meals as well as fine
dining and chef’s table experiences with one of Australia’s most celebrated
chefs, Peter Gilmore, at the helm. Bennelong Restaurant, Sydney Opera House
sydneyoperahouse.com/visit/our_eateries.aspx
The Sydney Opera House offers a range of packages that incorporate the
venue’s world-class dining options. The ‘Tour and Tasting’ package offers a
tour of the Sydney Opera House and a delicious tasting plate at Opera
Kitchen. The ‘Red Carpet Packages’ include a backstage tour, performance
and fine dining options, with VIP tours now also available in Mandarin. ‘Tour
and Dine’ packages combine a one-hour guided tour of the Sydney Opera
House with a meal at the more casual Opera Bar.
Tel: +61 2 9250 7250
sydneyoperahouse.com/visit/tours.aspx
Opera Bar, Sydney
Sydney Seaplanes, Rose Bay
Sydney Seaplanes offers a collection of Fly & Dine packages combining
scenic flights with lunch at several of Sydney’s waterside restaurants or a
secluded beach picnic. Sydney Seaplanes’ terminal, the Empire Lounge is
Australia’s first purpose-built seaplane terminal that is open daily for
breakfast, lunch and dinner. With full waterfront views, free Wi-Fi, an
extensive wine selection and fresh Australian seafood, the Empire Lounge is
perfect for a pre-flight drink, long lunch or function.
Their newest offering is the Sunset Dinner Flight, where guests can enjoy city
lights, sunset skylines and incredible food. Guests take off from Sydney
Seaplanes’ iconic Rose Bay airport for a scenic flight and watch as the view
of Sydney unfolds below them. After landing, guests then enjoy a decadent
three-course dinner while soaking up those incredible sunset views at Sydney Seaplanes
waterfront restaurant, Empire Lounge.
Tel: +61 2 9388 1978
seaplanes.com.au
Sydney Urban Adventures, Sydney and suburbs
Sydney Urban Adventures (formerly named Two Feet & a Heartbeat) deliver
walking tours in Sydney, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst and Oxford Street.
Passionate guides introduce visitors to Sydney's culture, history, art, food
and beverage scene in a fun, relaxed and conversational manner.
Tel: +61 414 983 091
sydneyurbanadventures.com
Taste Cultural Food Tours – China town and Barangaroo
Taste Cultural Food Tours offers small group walking food tours that
showcase the history and diversity of the food and drink scene in Sydney.
Tours are guided by knowledgeable locals and include multiple tasting
opportunities in quality local cafes, pubs and restaurants. Tour offerings
include a Taste of Chinatown, a three-hour walking tour through Sydney's
bustling Chinatown offering a slice of history and culture alongside culinary Taste Cultural Food Tours
delights, including a traditional tea ceremony. The newest tour, a Taste of
Sydney – Barangaroo and The Rocks, includes a beer in one of Sydney’s
oldest pubs, sampling Italian and Thai classics and tasting fresh gelato.
Learn about the history of Sydney while exploring one of Sydney’s oldest
suburbs and one of Sydney’s newest.
Tel: +61 417 206 323
tastetours.com.au
The Sydney Connection, Sydney and suburbs
The Sydney Connection
The Sydney Connection curates dining walks in Sydney’s inner-city precincts,
including Surry Hills, Darlinghurst and Potts Point. Accompanied by owner-
operator and local guide Maree Sheehan, the walks suit visitors looking to go
where the locals go for inspiring food, good service and cool designs.
Between two and 10 guests can join each walk; four venues are included with
a course and matching wine at each venue. Dining walks depart Tuesday to
Thursday and Saturday evenings with return Uber transfers included from
inner city hotels.
Tel: +61 435 050 367
thesydneyconnection.com.au
Spice Alley, Chippendale
Ultimately Sydney, Sydney and suburbs
Packed with personality and flavour, Ultimately Sydney’s scheduled
small-group ‘Taste of Sydney’ tour explores four of the city’s most vibrant eat
streets and foodie precincts providing an authentic insight into the local
culture and opportunities for many delicious tastings. The tour operates
Wednesday and Friday or on demand by private charter. The half-day
‘Gourmet Icons’ tour, available exclusively to groups of 10 to 50 guests,
travels through some of Sydney most loved foodie hubs to provide an
introduction to, and several tastings of, the international flavours and
influences that have shaped Australia’s local cuisine.
Kensington Street, Chippendale
Tel: +61 2 9238 6888
ultimatelysydney.com.au
Urban Winery, Sydney
Urban Winery Sydney is Australia’s first urban winery and the home of
A.Retief wines, with grapes sourced from the cool climate regions of NSW.
Located in The Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park, Urban Winery is a 10-
minute drive from the centre of Sydney. The venue includes a fully
functioning winery, cellar door and wine bar, offering a selected range of
NSW wines, craft beers and spirits plus charcuterie and cheese plates from
the State’s best producers. Guests can discover and enjoy wine through two-
hour blending masterclasses, tours, tasting sessions, long lunches and Urban Winery, Sydney
private events.
Tel: +61 2 8097 9978
urbanwinerysydney.com.au
Sydney Dining
360 Bar and Dining, Sydney
The highest restaurant in the southern hemisphere rotates ensuring
360-degree views of Sydney. The cuisine is modern Australian with a refined
French influence. Located in the heart of the city, at the top of Sydney Tower
360 Bar and Dining
Eye, 360 Bar and Dining is a member of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: +61 2 8223 3883
360dining.com.au
Adria Bar Restaurant, Darling Harbour
Located at The Promenade, Cockle Bay Wharf, Adria offers flavours of the
Adriatic including seafood dishes, spit roasts, pastas and other specialties.
Adria is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 (Nick’s Restaurant Group)
nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/adria
Babylon Rooftop 360 Bar and Dining
Babylon is one of Sydney’s newest dining venues on the rooftop of Westfield
Sydney in the Pitt Street Mall, with stunning views of the adjacent Sydney
Tower and the city. The Middle Eastern diner has a wood fire, two sprawling
bars and intimate dining spaces inside and outside. Guests can choose from
nine tasting plates, which boast flavours and textures from Turkey and
Istanbul. A live entertainment line-up featuring popular artists will occur at the
restaurant each night. Babylon Rooftop is a Mantle Group Hospitality
restaurant.
babylonrooftop.com.au
Blackbird Café, Darling Harbour
Blackbird Café is located in Darling Harbour’s Cockle Bay Wharf precinct and
offers a modern Australian menu. Blackbird Café is a member of Platinum Blackbird Café, Darling Harbour
Restaurant Group
Tel: +61 2 9635 0901
platinumrestaurantgroup.com
Botanic Gardens Restaurant, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
This picturesque restaurant offers open-air dining in exquisite garden
surroundings for FIT travellers and exclusive catering for groups. The menu
is a fresh twist on Australian cuisine matched by professional and friendly
service. Botanic Gardens Restaurant is a member of the Trippas White
Group.
Tel: +61 2 9241 2419
botanicrestaurant.com.au
King Street Wharf, Sydney
Credit: Nick’s Bar & Grill
Butcher and the Farmer, Tramsheds, Glebe
Butcher and the Farmer is a restaurant located in the historic Rozelle
Tramshed Depot in Sydney’s Inner West. Tramsheds is one of Sydney’s
most dynamic dining precincts with some of Sydney’s most forward-thinking
chefs providing a hub for culinary creativity. Butcher and the Farmer’s
concept is all about sharing food, and seasonality is what drives and inspires
the menu. The food is simple, honest and delicious with all ingredients
sourced with care directly from farmers and providores. Butcher and the
Farmer is a member of the Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group.
butcherandthefarmer.com
Casa Ristorante Italiano, Darling Harbour
Butcher and the Farmer, Glebe
Located on the waterfront at King Street Wharf, Casa Ristorante Italiano
features alfresco dining, beautiful views of the harbour and authentic Italian
food. Casa Ristorante Italiano is a member of Platinum Restaurant Group
Tel: +61 2 9635 0901
platinumrestaurantgroup.com
Centennial Homestead, Centennial Park
Centennial Homestead boasts elegant dining rooms, sun-drenched decks,
outdoor terraces, floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive views of the park.
Centennial Homestead is a member of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: +61 2 9380 9350
centennialhomestead.com.au
Centennial Homestead
Cyren Bar Grill Seafood, Darling Harbour
On the water’s edge at Darling Harbour with beautiful city skyline views,
Cyren offers the freshest seafood and top quality Australian steaks. Cyren
Bar Grill Seafood is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166
cyrenrestaurant.com.au
Cyren Bar Grill Seafood
Duck & Rice
Duck & Rice is one of Sydney’s newest premium Asian restaurants located
on a rooftop in Pitt Street Mall in the city centre. Taking inspiration from
1920s Shanghai, the Cantonese meets new-world Asia restaurant has
created the perfect fusion of traditional Chinese and modern Asian food.
Guests can indulge in appetisers, soup and nine different tasting plates with
accompaniments. The food menu and extensive beverage menu come
together to form the ultimate rooftop dining experience. Duck & Rice is a
Mantle Group Hospitality restaurant. Duck & Rice
duckandrice.com.au
Esquire Drink and Dine (opening in 2019)
Esquire Drink and Dine will be Sydney’s newest late-night restaurant and bar,
open until 2am on weekends. Located on level two inside the beautiful Queen
Victoria Building in Sydney’s city centre, guests will enjoy sophisticated dining
from lunch through to the late evening. Esquire Drink and Dine is a member
of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: 02 8023 7604
esquiredrinkanddine.com.au
Reign at the QVB (opening early 2019)
Located on level one of the iconic Queen Victoria Building, Reign at the QVB
is Sydney’s premium champagne parlour. Guests can stay for a quick bite
and drink, or enjoy a longer lunch or dinner. From champagne to wine
tastings, business or pleasure, this is the ultimate dining destination for
queens and kings to play. Reign at the QVB is a member of the Trippas
White Group.
Queen Victoria Building
Tel: 02 8023 7603
reignattheqvb.com.au
Hard Rock Café Sydney, Darling Harbour
The Hard Rock brings classic American dining to Darling Harbour with its
500-seat restaurant. Legendary burgers, ribs, and salads are served with
milkshakes and classic cocktails in true Hollywood style. The restaurant is
decked out with celebrity memorabilia and famous faces on the walls. Hard
Rock Café is represented by Australian Attractions.
hardrock.com/Sydney Hard Rock Café Sydney
Hunter & Barrel, Darling Harbour
Hunter & Barrel is located at picturesque Cockle Bay Wharf in Darling
Harbour, and offers Modern Australian cuisine cooked over coal fires and
smokers in an open kitchen creating a vibrant atmosphere and buzzing social
experience. Diners can entertain their guests against the bustling backdrop or
simply sit back and take in the show. Hunter & Barrel’s chic design is
enhanced by the unique sights, smells and sounds coming from the open
kitchen. Hunter & Barrel is a member of the Seagrass Boutique Hospitality
Group
Hunter & Barrel
hunterandbarrel.com
I’m Angus, Darling Harbour
This waterfront steakhouse at Cockle Bay Wharf has an enviable reputation
for its premium quality steaks and extensive selection of fine Australian
wines. I’m Angus is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166
nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/im-angus
Kobe Jones Kobe Jones
Kobe Jones was established in 2003 at King Street Wharf and now has three
restaurants in Sydney including Kobe Jones Sydney and Wharf Teppanyaki
both located on King Street Wharf overlooking Darling Harbour, and The
Rocks Teppanyaki, in The Rocks district near Circular Quay. Teppanyaki by
Kobe Jones focuses on quality produce and flavour, with part of the allure
watching your chef’s knife and cooking skills while your meal is being
prepared. The menus are crafted to meld the simplicity and elegance of
Japanese cooking with the refinements of Western cuisine. All ingredients
used in each venue are of the highest quality, sustainably sourced and
always fresh, and the chefs strive to create an array of flavours to suit every
palate.
The Meat & Wine Co
kobejones.com.au
The Meat & Wine Co, Barangaroo, Circular Quay and Parramatta
The Meat & Wine Co is a South African-inspired steakhouse with three
restaurants in iconic and convenient locations across Sydney. The
restaurants strive to create a dynamic dining experience, with a dedication to
their African heritage and Australian surroundings. The Meat & Wine Co is a
member of the Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group.
themeatandwineco.com
Nick’s Bar and Grill, Darling Harbour
Located at King Street Wharf, Nick’s Bar and Grill offers fresh seafood, a
selection of Mediterranean chargrills and waterfront dining for up to 500
people. Nick’s Bar and Grill is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 (Nick’s Restaurant Group)
nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/nicks-bar-grill
Nick’s Seafood Restaurant, Darling Harbour
Located at Cockle Bay Wharf offering a delectable seafood dining experience Nicks Seafood Restaurant
with panoramic ocean views of Darling Harbour. Nick’s Seafood Restaurant
is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 (Nick’s Restaurant Group)
nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/nicks-seafood
O Bar and Dining, Sydney
Open for lunch and dinner, O Bar and Dining revolves 47 floors above the
city streets offering 360-degree views plus contemporary Australian cuisine.
The Salon Privé provides private dining for up to 28 seated guests.
Tel: +61 2 9247 9777
obardining.com.au
Portside Sydney, Circular Quay
Portside Sydney, Circular Quay
Discover one of the Sydney Opera House's best kept secrets, where you can
relax harbour side with uninterrupted views. Portside Sydney is a new food
concept offering both grab-and-go options from the inside bar for pre-theatre
goers, champagne, cocktails, wine and beers and a family-friendly main
menu offering children’s meals, for those who want to enjoy brunch, lunch or
dinner while looking over Sydney's famous harbour front. Portside Sydney is
a member of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: +61 2 9250 7220
portsidesydney.com.au
Pilu at Freshwater, Freshwater Beach
Overlooking Freshwater Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Pilu at
Freshwater encapsulates the essence of beachside dining. Celebrating more
than 13 years in business, the restaurant is renowned for its authentic,
contemporary regional Italian cuisine, accomplished service and stellar wine
list. Now visitors can learn more about the food and wine at this award-
winning restaurant through a series of experience packages. Meet the chef or
the sommelier, capture the moment with a photograph, learn about the
outstanding wine list and the produce-inspired menu while enjoying indulgent Pilu at Freshwater, Freshwater Beach
dining and the beach views.
Tel: +61 2 9938 3331
pilu.com.au
Stacks Taverna, Darling Harbour
Located at Darling Quarter, Stacks Taverna boasts a large ‘cook your own’
grill and dedicated bar as well as an extensive à la carte menu including
pizzas, steaks and Mediterranean-inspired share plates. Live bands or DJs
provide entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings. Stacks Taverna is a
member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.
Tel: +61 2 8281 1166
Pilu at Freshwater, Freshwater Beach
stacksbar.com.au
Sydney Tower Buffet, Sydney
Sydney Tower Buffet is a contemporary banquet style restaurant with 360-
degree views of Sydney. It provides a relaxed dining environment, an
extensive menu and uninterrupted views of the city. Guests can sample food
from a range of cuisines including succulent fresh seafood, modern
Australian, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Thai, with more than 40 freshly
prepared dishes on offer. Sydney Tower Buffet is a member of the Trippas
White Group.
Sydney Tower Buffet, Trippas White Group
Tel: +61 2 8223 3800
sydneytowerbuffet.com.au
The Pavilion, The Domain
The Pavilion offers a leafy outlook, an outdoor terrace and decks, as well as
views of the city skyline. Open for breakfast and lunch six days a week, the
restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine using the best seasonal produce
while the kiosk serves light meals with outdoor seating overlooking the
Domain. The Pavilion is a member of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: +61 2 9232 1322
The Pavillion, The Domain
pavilionrestaurant.com.au
The Squire’s Landing
The Squire’s Landing is a restaurant and brewhouse located on the
waterfront in The Rocks with sweeping views of the Sydney Opera House
and Sydney Harbour. It is Australia’s flagship James Squire Brewhouse and
is spread across two expansive levels. Together, the restaurant and
brewhouse tell the legend of James Squire, a convict on the First Fleet and
Australia’s first brewer. Guests can immerse themselves in the story of
Australia’s first brewer with a tasting paddle of beer and enjoy a three-course
menu with fresh seafood, wood-fired mains and indulgent dessert. This
experience is hosted by an industry expert in craft beer. The Squire’s Landing The Squire’s Landing
is a Mantle Group Hospitality restaurant
jamessquire.com.au/brewhouses/the-squires-landing
Regional Food and Wine Experiences
Hunter Valley and Newcastle
Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard and Cellar Door, Pokolbin
Located in the foothills of the scenic Brokenback Ranges, this family-run
vineyard produces award-winning Semillon. Visitors can see the collection of
original wine-making equipment in the museum, stay overnight in the self-
contained cottage and chat with the winemaker (by appointment). Audrey
Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, Hunter Valley
Wilkinson Vineyard and Cellar Door is member of Ultimate Winery
Experiences Australia.
Tel: +61 2 4998 1866
audreywilkinson.com.au
Dave’s Travel, Hunter Valley and Newcastle
Although famed for its excellent wine, the Hunter Valley is also a great place
to explore craft beers. The ‘Hop Hunter tour’ is an immersive experience that
allows guests to touch, taste and smell as they learn all there is to know
about brewing beer. Tours depart daily from Peaberry's Coffee Roasters in
Newcastle and Hunter Valley Gardens in Pokolbin; and include beer and
cider tastings, transport, lunch, snacks and bottled water.
Dave’s also offer a personalised pub walking tour through Newcastle’s small
bars, pubs and breweries. Guests explore the history, character and The Grain Store Craft Beer Cafe, Newcastle
atmosphere of the city through its rejuvenated food and drink scene stopping
for beers and bites at four venues along the way. The three-hour tours are
all-inclusive and depart daily
Tel: +61 481 162 820
daves.com.au
Gourmet Getaway Tours, Sydney to Hunter Valley
The Ultimate Hunter Valley day tour has an experienced guide and chef who
cooks on location and serves matching wines. Before departing Sydney, the
tour heads to Sydney Fish Markets to buy fresh supplies, followed by a
freshly cooked breakfast beside the picturesque Hawkesbury River. Visit
three vineyards where dishes such as fresh sushi, antipasto, barramundi and
kangaroo are prepared and expertly paired with delicious local wines at the
cellar door. Groups are limited to 10 to ensure a personalised experience and
include return transfers from Sydney hotels. Private charter tours are
available on request.
Tel: +61 416 139 567 Sydney Fish Markets
gourmetgetawaytours.com.au
Hunter Valley Private Tours, Rothbury
Departing from the Hunter Valley, these scheduled tours have a maximum of
seven guests and include some of the Hunter’s tastiest treats — wines, olives
and chocolates. A full-day touring option includes a gourmet lunch while
private touring options can be tailored to suit individual interests.
Tel: +61 (0)434 842 034
huntervalleyprivatetours.com.au
Hunter Valley
Wild Ride Australia, Pokolbin
Visitors can cruise through the vineyards on the back of a Harley-Davidson
motorbike or trike. Tours begin from Sydney or the Hunter Valley and can be
tailored to individual requirements.
Tel: +61 2 9623 8338
wildride.com.au
Wine Tasting, Hunter ValleyHunter Valley Resort, Pokolbin
The Hunter Valley Resort offers comfortable accommodation, country
hospitality and a wide range of food and wine experiences in the heart of the
Hunter Valley. Experiences include the Hunter Valley Candy School, a 90-
minute candy-making workshop; the Hunter Valley Cooking School, featuring
hands-on cooking classes with the Executive Chef; and the Hunter Valley
Wine School that provides an informal education on local wines. The Hunter
Valley Wine Theatre allows visitors to learn about the winemaking process
outside the wine-producing season. The property also operates the Hunter
Valley Beer School, Grape Stomping and Binnorie Cheese Dairy. The Hunter
Valley Resort is represented by Australian Attractions. Hunter Valley Resort, Hunter Valley
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
hunterresort.com.au
Wine Country Tours, Pokolbin
Wine Country Tours offers small group and private charter touring of the
vineyards from Sydney or from Hunter Valley accommodation. Travelling with
a local guide who is also a winemaker, visitors will enjoy morning tea, lunch,
private cellar inspections and tastings.
Tel: +61 2 9484 0477
winecountrytours.com.au
Hunter Valley day tours departing Sydney
AAT Kings Activity Tours Australia
Tel: +61 2 9028 5182 Tel: + 61 2 4227 9902
aatkings.com activitytours.com.au
AEA Luxury Tours Australian Luxury Escapes
Tel: +61 2 9971 2402 Tel: +61 2 9980 8799 Kangaroo standing on a golf course, Hunter
aealuxury.com.au australianluxuryescapes.com Valley
Beautiful Tours Australia Boutique Tours Australia
Tel: +61 447 250 355 Tel: +61 2 9436 1333
beautifultoursaustralia.com boutiquetoursaustralia.com.au
Colourful Trips Gray Line Australia
Tel: +61 2 9318 0853 Tel: +61 3 9538 6676
colourfultrips.com.au grayline.com.au
Local Eyes Splendour Tailored Tours
Tel: +61 0 2 9907 6620 Tel: +61 2 80068034
localeyesaustralia.com splendourtailoredtours.com.au
Mount ’N Beach Safaris Zepher Tours
Tel: +61 2 9972 0899 Tel: +61 406 757 295
mountnbeachsafaris.com.au zephertours.com.au
Sydney Bespoke Tours
Tel: +61 2 9436 1300
sydneybespoketours.com.au
Lindemans Winery, Hunter ValleyBlue Mountains
Bygone Beautys, Leura
Home to the world’s largest private collection of teapots, Bygone Beautys
gives visitors the chance to enjoy silver service Traditional High Tea or the
popular Devonshire Tea in the tea rooms.
Tel: +61 2 4784 3117
bygonebeautys.com.au Three Sisters, Blue Mountains
Gourmet Getaway Tours – Sydney to Blue Mountains
Gourmet Getaway Tours provide guests with immersive food and wine
experiences in the Hunter Valley and have introduced a new tour to the Blue
Mountains. The Blue Mountains Gourmet Food and Sightseeing Tour is a
small group full-day tour that departs Sydney four days per week and takes
guests on a progressive lunch, sampling the best local produce while
exploring the World Heritage-listed national park. The company was founded
by a loud and proud foodie and qualified chef, who has designed these tours
to showcase the region’s incredible produce, stories, local people, and
spectacular scenery — all only 90 minutes from Sydney.
Tel: +61416 139 567 Gourmet Getaway Tours, Blue Mountains
gourmetgetawaytours.com.au
The Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains, Medlow Bath
The Hydro Majestic Hotel sits on the escarpment overlooking the Megalong
Valley in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. The property includes the
elegant Wintergarden restaurant (traditional high teas and gourmet dinners
with breathtaking views); the Boilerhouse Cafe (all-day casual dining); and
the Hydro Majestic Pavilion (an interactive history centre and provedores’
showcase). The Salon du Thé features a Shanghai-chic tea room and bar,
with a refined Asian-inspired menu and a range of cocktails and wines. The
Hydro Majestic is a member of the Escarpment Group Blue Mountains. Blue Mountains
Tel: +61 2 4782 6885
hydromajestic.com.au
The Lookout, Katoomba
Located in the World Heritage Plaza at Katoomba, The Lookout features a
restaurant, cafe and wine bar. The restaurant serves locally sourced and
Indigenous produce, NSW beer, wine and cider, with an à la carte menu
offered to FITs and a banquet style menu for groups. The Lookout is a
member of the Trippas White Group.
Tel: +61 2 4782 3653
thelookoutechopoint.com
The Lookout, KatoombaPort Stephens
Cookabarra Restaurant, Bobs Farm
Cookabarra Restaurant offers tours of their on-site barramundi fish farm and
hydroponic vegetables followed by a freshly-prepared meal using local
ingredients. Tours run twice daily.
Tel: +61 2 4982 6740
cookabarra.com.au
Tomaree Headland, Destination Port Stephens
Murray's Brewery and Port Stephens Winery, Bobs Farm
Set on 14 hectares of lush vineyards, Murray's is the only working winery and
brewery in Port Stephens and specialises in quality seasonal local and
regional food. Tours are conducted daily. Murray’s is represented by
Australian Attractions.
Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions)
murraysbrewingco.com.au
North Coast
Bago Maze and Winery, Wauchope
Bago Maze and Winery is a family-owned and -operated property nestled in a
picturesque valley in Wauchope, 30 minutes’ drive from Port Macquarie on Fingal Spit, Port Stephens
the NSW North Coast and four hours’ drive from Sydney. Perched on a hill,
the Winery and Cellar Door overlooks the Bago Vineyards and two-metre
high hedge maze with 2000 metres of pathways. Bago offers the Best of
Bago Experience, where guests can go behind-the-scenes with Bago’s owner
and enjoy a tour of the winery, vineyards and chocolate shop before finishing
with some decadent wine, cheese and chocolate tastings. The Bago Family
Experience provides a wonderful time for both adults and children, and
includes locally made ice-cream and entry into the maze.
Tel: +61 2 6585 7099
bago.com.au
Bago Maze and Winery
Catch a Crab, Tweed Heads
Fish the beautiful Tweed River, sample fresh oysters from the farm, pump for
yabbies and watch the experts catch and cook a feisty mud crab. The three-
hour tour departs daily.
Tel: +61 7 5599 9972
catchacrab.com.au
Mount WarningMount Warning Tours, Tumbulgum
Mount Warning Tours offers a range of river cruises, outdoor adventures, and
farm and food tours in the Tweed Valley on the NSW North Coast. Operating
from Coolangatta and Kingscliff, and with an activities base in the Tweed
Valley at Tumbulgum, tours include tailored and daily scheduled cruises, day
tours and overnight experiences. The Food Farm and Scenic Arts Tour and
The Seafood Tasting Plate Cruise showcase the magnificent produce of the
region from both land and water.
Mount Warning Tours
Tel: +61 439 554 525
mountwarningtours.com.au
Tasting Plate Tours, Byron Bay
Tasting Plate Tours offers a range of small group full-day tours exploring the
farms, providores, distilleries and eateries of the Tweed area and Byron Bay
on the NSW North Coast. Tasting Plate Tours showcases the culinary culture
of the region with a local guide and from the comfort of a luxury vehicle. A
range of scheduled tours is available throughout the week, with intimate Tasting Plate Tours
groups no larger than eight. Private tours and exclusive groups larger than
eight people can also be arranged.
Tel: +61 428 334 276
tastingplatetours.com.au
Tropical Fruit World, Duranbah
Visitors can sample fresh tropical fruits, enjoy a guided plantation safari, or
take a boat cruise to the on-site fauna park to see farm and native animals.
Tropical Fruit World
Tel: +61 2 6677 7222
tropicalfruitworld.com.au
Tweed Eco Cruises, Tweed Heads
Tweed Eco Cruises (formerly named Tweed Endeavour Cruises) operate
cruises on the Tweed River and Terranora Lakes on the far north coast of
NSW. Guests can enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the region on a
cruise, passing sugar cane fields and lush farmland before meandering past
rainforests abundant in bird life. Visitors can join Tweed Eco Cruises’
professional crabber in his customised vessel as he searches for the region’s
famed mud crabs. The Pot to Plate Adventure is a personalised 90-minute
add-on which is included in the Crabs and Yabbies Tour. Guests haul in the
crab pots, sample freshly-shucked oysters at an oyster farm, walk on a
deserted island and capture wonderful photos. The guide and master crabber
then prepares crab for the freshest lunch ever.
Tel: +61 7 5536 8800
tweedendeavourcruises.com
Tweed Eco CruisesSouthern Highlands
Farm Club Australia, Moss Vale
Located near Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands, Farm Club is a family-
owned agritourism business, featuring farm-stay experiences, a cafe and a
farm shop. Farm Club produces grass-fed Angus beef, lamb, free-range pork
and eggs. Accommodation ranges from country homestead and cottages to a
bunkhouse.
Tel: +61 2 4883 4664 Wild Food Adventures
farmclubaustralia.com.au
Wild Food Adventures, Sydney or Canberra to Southern Highlands
Wild Food Adventures operates day tours of the Southern Highlands and
Kangaroo Valley, departing from Sydney and Canberra. Offering a range of
signature experiences, tours highlight the diverse natural beauty of the region
as well as showcase award-winning food and wine producers in the area.
Explore local villages and hiking trails, taste bush foods, swim in waterfalls,
cycle through vast forests, take in the view from above in a helicopter, or
sample some of the cool climate wines the region has become famous for.
Southern Highlands
Tours include premium vehicles and are chauffeured by drivers with local
knowledge.
Tel: +61 418 262 282
wildfoodadventures.com.au
South Coast
Cupitts Winery, Milton
Cupitts Winery is a family-run 38-hectare working farm located near Milton on
the NSW South Coast, three hours’ drive from Sydney. The property
overlooks Burrill Lake with broad vistas to the Budawang Ranges and Pigeon
House Mountain. Cupitts offers a boutique winery, microbrewery, fromagerie
(cheese making facility), a restaurant featuring local produce and cottage
accommodation for four people. Visitors can enjoy a Tour and Taste
Experience that includes a guided tour of the property with the head
winemaker and a sampling of wine, beer and cheese products.
Tel: +612 4455 7888
Cupitts Winery
cupitt.com.au
South Coast Seaplanes, Moruya
Scenic charter flights and customised seaplane travel are the best way to
experience the unspoilt natural beauty of the NSW south coast. By following
the pristine waterways of the region, South Coast Seaplanes offer visitors a
unique perspective and a fascinating insight into its vibrant culture and
history. A range of flight packages and special adventures are available to
visitors, including a Gourmet Picnic Tour and Southern Coastline Tour with
lunch at the Narooma Quarterdeck Seafood Restaurant.
South Coast Seaplanes
Tel: +61 409 568 568
southcoastseaplanes.com.auSplendour Tailored Tours, Sydney to South Coast
Splendour Tailored Tours specialise in once-in-a-lifetime tours of Sydney and
NSW. Their South Coast Indulgence tour is a private tour taking guests to the
unspoilt South Coast of NSW by seaplane. This full-day experience is for
food-loving, nature-craving visitors seeking something unique. Known as
Australia’s Oyster Coast, guests will meet fishermen, farmers and South
Coast locals who produce some of the finest foods in the country. The tour
also includes a visit to Montague Island, a stunning natural oasis where South Coast Indulgence, Splendour Tailored
Tours
guests can discover a colony of seals and thousands of Little Penguins who
call the island home. This tour can be customised for every guest.
Tel: (02) 8006 8034
splendourtailoredtours.com.au
Region X - Oyster Tasting Kayak Tour, Bateman’s Bay
Region X offers a collection of guided kayaking, hiking and cycling tours that
explore the beautiful NSW South Coast. The ‘Clyde River Oyster Tasting
Kayak Tour’ provides a floating guided tour of the famous Clyde River oyster
farms, with opportunities to meet local oyster farmers and learn how oysters
are grown, harvested and exported. Participants also have the opportunity to
taste a number of different varieties of oyster. All equipment and kayaking
instruction is provided. Oyster Tasting Kayak Tour, Region X
Tel: +61 400 184 034
regionx.com.au
The Illawarra Brewery, Wollongong
The Illawarra Brewery serves locally brewed beers next to a popular beach in
Wollongong, less than two hours south of Sydney by train. With a bar and a
restaurant, The Illawarra Brewery offers a range of award-winning
handcrafted beers, beer tasting in a relaxed environment, delicious food and
splendid views of the ocean.
Tel: +61 2 4220 2854
thebrewery.net.au
Stanwell Tops, Wollongong
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