Welcome to another Sydney foodie round up of what is happening food wise. March into Merivale is definitely starting to get in to full swing! If you know of any events or want to add your event to ‘What’s on Sydney Foodie?‘ weekly roundup, just get in touch with me.
Friday 24th February
Fish Friday
Head down to Martin Place and join in on a BBQ lunch presented by Caritas Australia and Peter Doyle. Your donation for lunch ($5-$10) will help Caritas Australia’s work to help empower impoverished communities. Martin Place, Sydney, 12pm-2pm.
Moove Mphones & Taste Invaders
Head down to Circular Quay and check out Moove’s giant pair of ‘Mphones’, a sculpture made from over 40,000 Moove cartons. Challenge your friends at Augmented Reality game ‘Taste Invaders’.
Fleet Park, The Rocks side of Circular Quay, 3pm-7pm More Info
Cycle in Cinema @ Taylor Square
Entertainment and a way to burn off those food indulgences, even munch on some popcorn while you do. A bike powered outdoor cinema in Taylor Square hosted by Magnificent Revolution. Don’t panic you won’t have to power the movie continuously, everybody gets to take a turn, just. This free event runs from 24th – 26th Feb, BYO bike, 7.30pm More Info
Saturday 25th February
Summer Dessert Cooking Class
Learn to make some delicious desserts such as, yoghurt parfait, champagne sabayon and cold lemon soufflé. Also discover chef’s secrets to ensure a perfect dessert every time. Class cost $85, bookings essential Ph 9922 2299
North Sydney Community Centre, 220 Miller St, North Sydney, 1pm-5pm
Australian Technology Park Open Day
A fun packed day with something for everybody. Discover the history of the Eveleigh Railways, dabble with science, lots of family fun, entertainment and of course food. Cooking demos from Jimmy Seervai (former MasterChef contestant), Alex Herbert (ex Bird Cow Fish) and Yaama Dhiyann (indigenous food). Also breakaway gourmet food stalls from Eveleigh Market.
Australian Technology Park, Henderson Road, Alexandria, 10am-4pm, free parking More Info
Sunday 26th February
Glenorie Growers’ Market
Only a 50 minute drive from Sydney CDB will find you at Glenorie Growers’ Market. Sample cheeses, yoghurts, hand-made chocolates, spices, pickles, chutneys, jams and much more.
Glenorie Shopping Village, Glenorie, 8am-1pm More Info
Lifesavers with Pride Beach BBQ & Carnival
Join one of the star troupes from the Mardi Gras Parade, the Lifesavers with Pride, as they host a cruisy, relaxed BBQ.
Tamarama Beach, 1pm, free event More Info
Woman of Soul Picnic
Pack yourself a picnic, grab the picnic blanket and head down to the Parkside location in Alexandria. For more information head to the Facebook event page.
Alexandria, TBA, free event, 12pm-8pm More Info
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th February
Sydney Cellar Door
One of the country’s largest wine and food tasting event. Meet around 100 talented NSW winemakers who will bringing wine for tasting from NSW 14 diverse wine regions. There will be fabulous food stalls featuring produce from around NSW, farmhouse cheeses, smallgoods, terrines, delicious BBQ’d meats and more. Enjoy all day live music and cool entertainment. The event is free to entre with wine tasting packages starting at $25. Tasting packages are available to purchase in advance.
Hyde Park, Sydney, 11am – 6pm More Info
Greek Festival of Sydney
The Greek Festival of Sydney is one of Australia’s longest running annual cultural event. Bring your appetites to enjoy scrumptious Greek food while enjoying music, dance and local and international acts.
Darling Harbour, Sydney, 3pm-11pm (Sat) 10am-10pm (Sun) More Info
Monday 27th February
Altitude Restaurant Celebrates NSW Wine Festival
Altitude Restaurant will open its doors for lunch, it has been seven years since the last time they did this. For $50 you will receive an amuse bouche starter, followed by a main course with a glass of McGuigan Bin Range chardonnay. This event runs from Monday 27th Feb, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 31st March. Phone Altitude for reservations, ph 9250 6123
Altitude Restaurant, Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney, 175 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
Tuesday 28th February
Pork Off: East Vs West
Who can rock the pork? Jeremy Strode from Bistrode CBD engages in the battle of the pig with Jowett Yu from Ms.G’s. A showcase of British and Asian pork dishes not to be missed. Bookings essential ph 9240 3000
Bristrode CBD, Level 1, Hotel CBD, 52 King St, Sydney, 6.30pm More Info
Raid the Cellar
Now is your chance to try some of the best wines snuggled away in some of Merivale’s top restaurants. Every Tuesday during March into Merivale, you can raid the cellars of Uccello, est, Mad Cow, Ash St Cellar, sushi e, Felix and Bistrode B=CBD. Just spend $100/person on wine ($150/person est) and receive a three course meal for free. Bookings are essential ph 9240 3000
Various restaurants, Sydney, lunch & dinner, now until 3rd April More Info
Chilean Banquet
Enjoy a five course Chilean dinner whipped up by Uccello’s Claudio Morales and Ivy’s Chilean head sommelier Dennis Roman lead you through a banquet that will surprise and tantalise you. $70/person for five courses and a glass of wine or beer. Bookings essential ph 9240 3000.
Uccello, Level 4, ivy, 320 George St, Sydney, 6.30pm More Info
Wednesday 29th February
Nose to Tail Degustation
Enjoy a five course degustation of nose to tail cuts, plus a glass of wine or beer. $80/person, bookings essential ph 9240 3000.
Mad Cow, level 1, ivy, 330 George St, Sydney, 7.00pm More Info
Thursday 1st March
Invivo Wine Night Series – $5/glass!
Helm Bar in conjunction with Invivo Wines have announced their Wine Night Series. Enjoy $5 wines in Helm’s Lower Deck beer garden every Thursday night until the 15th March. While you are there be sure to check out Helm’s menu, nightly specials, bar snacks and hearty pub meals.
Helm Bar, Aquarium Wharf, Wheat Road, Darling Harbour, from 6pm
Planning Ahead
Paddock to Plate Market Tour & Cooking Class
Meet at the Essential Cafe and head down to Pyrmont Growers markets by private bus with Tawnya Bahr. Tawnya will guide you around the markets where you will meet local farmers and taste their produce. Return to the Essential Ingredient and head to the kitchen for a hands on cooking class. The “Goddess of Love” Wanitha Tanasingam has devised an East Asian menu just for you. Each participant receives a black Essential Ingredient bag with a tasting plate and fork, plus you enjoy a fabulous lunch source by you. Cost $175/person and bookings essential.
Meet at the The Essential Cafe, Rozelle, 7.30am-1.00pm Booking & More Info
Playground Weekender – 2nd, 3rd & 4th March
Australia’s best loved boutique festival is just around the corner. This will be the Weekender’s 6th year and they will be celebrating the marriage of good food and music. Get Forked will see the food trucks that have been causing a stir in Sydney drive into Del Rio. Miss Chu, Cantina, Veggie Patch and Grill’d will all be there. Enjoy a drink at The Local with Magners Irish Cider and Coopers Pale Ale. Entertainment abounds with burlesque and cabaret in the evenings and stand up comedy during the day, and of course music. For ticketing and further information please refer HERE.
The Del Rio Riverside Resort, Hawkesbury River, NSW
Very useful info Sara. I’ve added that Growers’ Market to my links!
Lizzy (Good Things) recently posted..Chargrilled Eggplant and Tomato with Basil and Garlic
Hi Lizzy, thanks so much, and glad you found it useful.
Sara recently posted..Biscotten Torte Recipe
Thanks for this list. Was heading into the city on Sunday and wanted to know if there were any festivals on. The Greek one sound fantastic!
Phuoc’n Delicious recently posted..Heart-shaped red velvet cupcakes
Hi Phuoc, it does sound fun
Sara recently posted..Biscotten Torte Recipe
i would love to do a paddock to plate day! hoping oneday i will be able to do something at essential ingredient.
muppy recently posted..Calamari stuffed with tomato and herb rice
Hi Muppy, I want to do one too!