Welcome Back to a Festival Worth Sharing
DINING Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond returns today with its welcoming Town Square hub and connection in focus across a diverse program shaped by South Australia’s best food and drinks. More than 150 events will feature over the next 10 days and nights, from cross-country train travel aboard The Ghan to a seafood-inspired day trip to the Eyre Peninsula and a fresh style of wine appreciation in the Aroma Bar.
What's On - Events & Specials
Modern Australian $$$$$ Open Now
Vivid | Waterfront Dining
BTWN, Sydney CBD
Book a window seat at BTWN for a front-row view of Vivid’s Darling Harbour light and drone shows, paired with a set menu made for the moment. Available across select show times, this is waterfr...
Italian $$$$$
A Taste of Lombardy
Rovollo, Sydney CBD
Our next wine dinner at Rovollo turns its attention to Lombardy - one of Italy's most celebrated and deeply traditional culinary regions. We've created a four-course menu that celebrates the flav...
Cafe $$$$$
Woodfired Pizzas
Calico Cafe, Redfern
Discover our woodfired pizza menu, featuring everything from classic Margherita and Diavola to richer favourites like Prosciutto, Gamberi, Tartufata and more. Served from Wednesday to Sunday, it’s ...
Italian $$$$$
Mother’s Day at Olio
Olio Kensington Street, Chippendale
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at Olio from 8–10 May with a long lunch or relaxed dinner shared with family. Every mum dining with us will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of sparkling prosec...
Italian $$$$$
Wine Club
I Maccheroni, Woollahra
Discover the diversity of Italian wine. Based on your flavour profile, we’ll curate 6 bottles each month — designed to educate, surprise, and make you crave the next delivery....
Asian $$$$$
bottomless dumplings
Bar Hanami, Surry Hills
ALL YOU CAN EAT DUMPLINGS $40pp Pork Buns Prawn Dumplings (GF) Vegetarian Dumplings (V, VG, GF) Duck Dumplings (GF) Pork and Chive Dumplings Edamame Beans (V, VG, GF) Hanami Fries (GF, VGO) ...
Italian $$$$$ Open Now
Authentic Neapolitan Pizzas at Gigi Pizzeria
Gigi Pizzeria, Newtown
Gigi Pizzeria is serving up some of the most creative and authentic Neapolitan pizzas around! From the crowd favourite Marinara Tradizionale with San Marzano tomato and fresh oregano, to the indulg...
Italian $$$$$
Mother's Day Specials at Betto Deli & Cucina
Betto Deli & Cucina, Erskineville
Celebrate Mum the Italian way this Mother's Day! Inspired by Lore's favourites, enjoy steamed mussels in a white wine and tomato broth, a luxurious Ora Salmon risotto with crème fraîche and salmon ...
Recommended
Modern Australian $$$$$
The Strangers’ Restaurant at NSW Parliament House
Sydney CBD
Dining at Strangers’ Restaurant, on Macquarie Street in the heart of Sydney, takes diners on a fascinating journey through history, tracing the evolution of dining practices and food trends, along ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Employees Only
Sydney CBD
Hidden beneath Barrack Street in Sydney, Employees Only is a speakeasy-style bar and restaurant where mystery, cocktails and dining come together in unforgettable fashion. Marked by a curious psych...
Japanese $$$$$
Yama
Sydney CBD
Tucked neatly on the second floor at the northern end of the Queen Victoria Building, Yama on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, is where you can enjoy delicious Japanese food, an extensive range of te...
Middle Eastern $$$$$
Zaffi Sydney
Sydney CBD
On Little Hunter Street in Sydney, Zaffi Sydney delivers a vibrant taste of the Middle East in the heart of the CBD. By day, this dynamic venue showcases refined Middle Eastern and Lebanese cuisine...
Asian $$$$$
Hustlers. Syd
Sydney CBD
Situated on York Street in the Sydney CBD, Hustlers. Syd offers a bold, underground dining experience with a modern take on Asian cuisine. Descend below street level and step into a moody, energeti...
Cafe $$$$$
Dutch Smuggler Coffee Metro Martin Place
East Sydney
Located on Elizabeth Street in Sydney’s CBD, Dutch Smuggler Coffee is a specialty coffee roastery and café bringing creativity and bold flavour to the city’s bustling heart. Known for its expertly ...
Italian $$$$$
Margot Osteria
Sydney CBD
With a custom-built open Basque grill at the heart of the kitchen, Margot Osteria on Barrack Street in the middle of Sydney’s CBD offers a modern twist on classic grilling techniques, delivering an...
Indonesian $$$$$
Aroma of Indonesia
Sydney CBD
Situated on Clarence Street in Sydney’s CBD, Aroma of Indonesia brings the vibrant spirit and soulful flavours of the archipelago to the city. This warm and inviting restaurant celebrates tradition...
Kitchens
The Mediterranean Pantry: Why Preserved Lemons, Chillies, Anchovies & Capers Belong in an Aussie Summer
Stock your kitchen with the bright, salty magic of the Mediterranean. From preserved lemons and pickled chillies to anchovies and capers, discover why preserving suits Aussie Summers and how to sta...
10 Ingredients That Built the Modern Mediterranean Kitchen
Discover the 10 pantry staples shaping today’s Mediterranean cooking - olive oil, garlic, lemons, tomatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt, herbs, feta, olives and grains - plus how they bring sunshine, balanc...
Lemons, Olives & Anchovies: The Holy Trinity of Modern Mediterranean Cooking
Discover why lemons, olives and anchovies are the holy trinity of modern Mediterranean cooking. See how Chefs lean on citrus, briny olives, tinned fish and punchy condiments to create bright, layer...
The Perfect Spritz Hour Snacks: Gilda Skewers, White Anchovies, Olives & Salumi
Set the mood for aperitivo with the ultimate Spritz-hour snacks: punchy Gilda skewers, marinated white anchovies, briny olives, toasted almonds and paper-thin salumi. Easy, salty bites to spark you...
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