July is shaping up to be a spectacular month for food and wine fans (let’s face it, all of us!) as Peruvian food trucks roam the streets of Sydney, a wine school at Surry Hill’s renowned The Winery is launched and the gargantuan lineups for the Margaret River Gourmet Escape has been announced.
Peru on the Road
Much loved Peruvian restaurant and pisco bar Morena will be launching a food truck ‘Peru on the Road’ to give Sydney-siders a taste of the vibrant street culture of Peru.
To celebrate 50 years of Australian and Peruvian diplomatic relations, as well as the Anniversary of the Independence Day of Peru, Moreno executive chef Alejandro Saravia will roll out a food truck in Wynyard Park from Monday 22nd July to Tuesday 23rd July.
Saravia is aiming to bring the ‘party on the streets’ culture of Peru to Sydney, with a mobile art exhibition, music and a jarana (Peruvian style street party).
What’s more, you’ll be able to track the movement of ‘Peru on the Road’ using the Sydney Food Trucks app at sydneyfoodtrucks.com.au
With a menu including Anticuchos de Alpaca, Pork Chicarrón, Quinoa Salad and Arozz con Leche, Moreno is set to recreate an authentic and unique Peruvian party experience!
For more information visit morena.com.au
Back to (Wine) School with the Keystone Group
Not sure what wine to drink with chicken? Just a little confused about the difference between a Pinot Noir and a Cabernet Merlot?
Sommelier Sarah Limacher is coming to the rescue!
As the head sommelier of the Keystone Group, Sarah will be divulging her expertise in a series of beginners evening classes, commencing on the 30th of July.
Students will learn about the basics of wine tasting, food and wine matching, regionality and what to order when you’re trying to impress.
Covering varietals, vintages and regions, guests will be taught the fundamentals of wine knowledge in an unpretentious atmosphere- perfect for anyone looking to learn more about what is often considered an intimidating pastime.
After a starter lesson the first week, the remaining classes will revolve around different themes, and attendees will be offered wine tasting and sharing plates.
Classes are $25, and will be held at the popular venue The Winery in Surry Hills on July 30th, August 27th and September 24th.
For bookings email info@thewinerysurryhills.com.au.
For more information visit thewinerysurryhills.com.au
Restaurant Atelier for Barnados Australia
Fine food and a good cause go hand in hand at Restaurant Atelier’s fundraiser for Barnados Australia.
On the 31st of July, Restaurant Atelier chef Darren Templeman will stage a five course dinner with matching wines by Fall’s Wines, with all proceeds donated to Barnados Australia.
The luscious surrounds of the Glebe sandstone heritage restaurant is the perfect locale for what is set to be a magnificent event- and an amazing opportunity to treat yourself to a sumptuous gourmet feast.
Barnados Australia is a charity created to support children who experience child abuse, and has a 130 year history.
Money raised from the event will go towards helping the charity support children in need through the long term by finding them safe homes through foster care and adoption, and work with families to prevent abuse occurring at all.
Tickets are $150, available by calling (02) 95 66 2112
For more information visit barnados.org.au
Margaret River Gourmet Escape
Those of you on the West Coast thought we’d forgotten you, but never fear, your taste buds are going to be offered a world of culinary delights come November. Tickets for the Margaret River Gourmet Escape went on sale July 11th, and the lineup has us considering making the journey to join our West Coast comrades!
Heston Blumenthal, Rick Stein, Alex Atala, Adriano Zumbo, Guillaume Brahimi, Tetsuay Wakuda and Darren Robertson are just some of the huge names that will journey to Margaret River for a weekend of tantalising tastes.
Not only will your edible needs be provided for, but your intellect will also be stimulated with Harold McGee (food science author and New York Times columnist), Miles Irving (UK food forager) and Joost Baker (sustainable architecture, restaurants and products) will be on hand to feed your mind.
Wine critics and experts will offer their knowledge in wine tastings, dinners and master classes.
The novel ‘The Forager’ experience will be set in a forest, where diners will enjoy native ingredients found in the Western Australian bush.
Various estates across the Margaret River region will offer long lunches and scrumptious dinners, and panel discussions will explore the little thought about aspects of the food world.
Last year’s event sold out, so make sure you get your hands on tickets to this jam-packed weekend early!
Tickets are available from ticketek.com.au
For more information visit gourmetescape.com.au
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