From a beachfront lunch, to lunch and dinners on the river, with the National Park as a backdrop and into the hinterland, A Noosa Eat & Drink, A Summer Celebration offers up some incredible events in stunning locations … . Here are seven events not to be missed!
Beachfront:
Nu Nu to Noosa, Tropical South East Asian Treat! – Palm Cove’s Nu Nu chef Nick Holloway will join the team at Season for a 4 course collaboration lunch showcasing tropical south east Asian flavours paired with the best Australia has to offer in bio-dynamic, organic and natural wines; $180. Friday 4 December.
On The River:
Sunset Prawns & Prosecco – Nothing says “Hello Summer” like Prosecco, Prawns and Sunsets in Noosa. So jump onboard the Noosa Ferry for an iconic Noosa experience and kick start your summer in style! This event will see you cruising the Noosa River at sunset while enjoying Dal Zotto Prosecco, Fresh Mooloolaba Prawns, Freshly Shucked Oysters and nibbles catered for by Noosa Boathouse. Heads of Noosa beers also available. $99. Friday 4 December.
North Meets South at Noosa Waterfront – This Italian 5 course dinner inspired by locally sourced ingredients matched with wines from Italy will be fun! In 2020 style, guests will enjoy a zoom chat with the winemaker from Piedmont and Pulia; $185. Friday 4 December.
Local Seafood, Taste of Noosa Lunches at Gusto – Seafood lovers these lunches are for you – featuring 5 dishes showcasing local seafood from Noosa Scallops, Fraser Island Spanner Crab, Mooloolaba Prawns and local line caught fish; $75. Friday 4 and Saturday 5 December.
National Park Backdrop:
The Perfect Perch – Matt Golinski’s View Restaurant – A collaboration between Queensland chefs Glen Barratt, Dominique Rizzo, Andrew Wilcox and Matt Golinski, this unforgettable evening will showcase the best produce from the Noosa and Gympie regions. Guests will enjoy an entertaining evening full of fun, with some surprise live performances on the cards too; $150. Friday 4 December.
Hinterland:
The Summer Harvest Lunch at Black Ant Gourmet – Head to the hinterland, meet local producers while tasting Dingo Creek Vineyard’s bubbles or Amrita Park’s Mead before enjoying a summer harvest lunch by Jodie Williams of Black Ant Gourmet featuring some of the region’s best producers; $95. Friday 4 December
Mary Valley Food Rail and Trail – Discover the Noosa hinterland on this tour with exclusive transfers from Noosa and a Mary Valley Rattler rail experience. This tour has it all from local produce, a coffee and roastery tour at Flying West, a tour of Kandanga Farm and the famous Mary Valley Rattler. Lunch includes a tasting plate of fresh local produce including cheeses, salami, macadamias, dried tomatoes, biscuits, salad and relish with beverages. $195. Saturday 5 December.
Showcasing Noosa’s incredible food and drink experiences, Noosa Eat & Drink, A Summer Celebration is a collection of bespoke events featuring Noosa restaurants, chefs, breweries, distilleries and producers. From long lazy lunches, degustation dinners, food & drink discovery tours, guest chefs, cooking classes, Meet-The-Maker experiences, winemaker lunches, sunset soirees and perfect picnics, the weekend will truly be a Summer Celebration.
For booking details head to www.noosaeatdrink.com.au
