May 3, 2012
Hi Guys
This is probably the biggest edition of ‘What’s on Sydney Foodie’ so far. All growers’ markets happening around Sydney for the week are included for your weekend shopping pleasure. There again is just so many food events happening around town.
A highlight as far as I am concerned is Josh vs El Loco. Okay the event is actually called Taco Challenge at El Loco on Tuesday 8th. JoshVsFood will be down there in full swing to see how many tacos he can consume and stake a claim on the El Loco wall of fame. If you can, come on down and cheer him along!
Mothers’ Day is just over a week away. What are your plans? A casual BBQ at home, cooking dinner for mum, or are you heading out for Mothers’ Day lunch somewhere? If you are undecided then check out my round up at the end of ‘What’s on Sydney Foodie’ for a glimpse of what is happening around town on Mothers’ Day, Sunday 13th May.
Sara xxx
Friday 4th May
Office Superstars Lunch
Calling all office Superstars: Merivale has a drink with your name on it. You’ve saved the day more than once, and instead of settling for the usual flowers and chocolates this year, why not get your boss to give the gift of lunch? And a long lunch at that!
To celebrate Administrative Professionals Day or Secretary’s Day, as it was historically known, ivy is hosting a gourmet BBQ lunch to applaud office lifesavers, miracle workers and all-round superstars. Word just in, the Prime Minister “Juhoolia Gillard” will be attending to acknowledge the great work of Sydney’s office superstars and is rumoured to be making an appearance. Plus we’ll be fundraising for Barnardos with a raffle. and have some great lucky door prizes. $50/person, includes BBQ lunch & beverages. More Info
Chatswood Mall Market
Fresh produce, flower, plant, art, photography and jewellery stores while you enjoy some chilled out tunes and entertainment. A delectable range of food stalls provide freshly prepared lunch options with food from around the globe to tantalise your tastes. There’s gozleme, paella, Japanese takoyaki, spicy prawns and chorizo, Korean, Taiwanese and more!
Chatswood Mall, Victoria Ave, Chatswood, 11am – 9pm. More Info
Saturday 5th May
TomahRoma
A celebration of nature’s bounty set against the spectacular deciduous colours of our cool climate Garden. Come and enjoy all this market day has to offer with local produce, gourmet delights, wine tasting, live radio broadcast, live music, free guided walking tours through the Garden plus plants for sale including Wollemi Pines.
The Garden, The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah, 9am – 4pm. More Info
Cinco de Mayo – Al Carbon Taquiza
Taco & live music fiesta, staring Victor Valdes and friends. Tickets $35/person.
La Lupita, 325 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury, 7pm – 12am. More Info
Cinco de Mayo – El Loco
Viva el Mexico!Join your amigos at El Loco for a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride!
We will be roasting an entire pig, drinking tasty grande margaritas and dancing into el noche with live entertainment from 6pm! Grow your mustache & grab your poncho or best Mexican themed outfit – $100 bar tab will be given to the best dressed*
*Venue does not take bookings. Winner of the best dressed contest must be present to redeem tab, valid in venue only. This event is a part of Cocktail Mayhem – Merivale’s month-long take on World Cocktail Week. View more events here
El Loco, Excelsior Hotel, 64 Foveaux St, Surry Hills, 6pm. More Info
Magnolia Fair
St Catherine’s annual fair, Devonshire tea, cakes, jams, preserves, pickles, healthy deli snacks, BBQ, sweets, treats and general fair fun.
St Catherine’s School, 26 Albion St, Waverley, 10am – 4pm.
Jelly Baby Ball – Roaring 20′s
Step back in time in to the 1920′s and raise funds to help improve the lives of those living with type 1 diabetes, ultimately finding a cure. Dress is black tie with a hit of 1920′s. Three course dinner, beverages and entertainment, $219/person.
Sydney Town Hall, 483 George St, Sydney, 7am. More Info
Cook to Impress – Zigi’s
Learn how to cook a restaurant quality balanced four course dinner to impress your loved one or even for your next date. We will guide you through techniques used in restaurants that can be adapted in your home to help you produce a memorable meal. $135/person.
Chippendale, Sydney, 11am – 3pm. More Info
Penrith Farmers & Fine Food Market
Seasonal local and regional fresh produce, plus value added foods; meats, honey, cheese, bread, fish, wine and fruit & veg.
Civic Centre, High St, Penrith, 8am – 1pm. More Info
Pyrmont Growers Market
Fruit & veg, poultry, free range eggs, cheese, sausages, meats, to be honest the list just goes on!
Pyrmont Bay Park, Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont, 7am – 11am. More Info
Eveleigh Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday, over 70 NSW & ACT farmers and artisan food producers pack their trucks with their fresh, seasonal and homemade produce they grow, rear or make. Come join in the community spirit as the bustling Market embraces all food lovers with produce picked, packed and made that week especially for the Eveleigh Market shopper.
243 Wilson St, Darlington (near Redfern Station), 8am – 3pm. More Info
EQ Village Markets
Regional produce and gourmet foods; fruit & veg, eggs, cheese, breads, nuts, olives, chocolates, cakes and pastries.
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, 10am – 3.30pm. More Info
Chatswood Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Chatswood Public School, Cnr Pacific Hwy & Centennial Ave, Chatswood, 8am – 1pm. More Info
Gladesville Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Riverside Girls High School, Cnr Victoria & Huntleys Point Rds, Gladesville, 9am – 1pm. More Info
Kings Cross Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Fitzroy Gardens, Macleay St, Potts Point, 8am – 2pm. More Info
Leichhardt Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Orange Grove Public School, Cnr Perry St & Balmain Rd, Lilyfield, 8am – 1pm. More Info
Sydney Sustainable Markets
Seasonal fruit & veg (organic & low chemical input), free range poultry & eggs, rare breed meats, fish, handmade pasta, artisan cheeses, condiments, organic bread, olive oil, honey, flowers, herb and more. You may even stumble across Sydney gardeners sharing their own produce.
Taylor Square, Oxford Street (intersection of Flingers & Bourke), Darlinghurst, 8am – 1pm. More Info
Sunday 6th May
Upmarket Sausage Making, Zigi’s
The humble snag has gone up in the world. Learn to make your own range of gourmet sausages with exotic flavours to surprise your pallet. $135/person.
Chippendale, Sydney, 11am – 3pm. More Info
Worm Farming & Composting – Free Green Village Workshop
Want to compost your kitchen scraps into healthy soil for your garden? Learn how to set up and maintain a worm farm or compost. The results – you’ll send less waste to landfill and your herb patch, potted plants or garden will have a never-ending supply of compost. City of Sydney residents will receive a FREE worm farm or compost bin. Free event.
Fort Street Public School, Upper Fort St, Millers Point, 10am – 1pm. More Info
Festival on the Green
Enjoy the vast array of stalls including, food and wine. Dora the Explorer is coming to St Ives, watch stunning aerial shows from Brophy Events and enjoy roaming performers from local schools, community bands, choirs and dance groups at this year’s festival. You’ll also be entertained by a circus skills workshop in the amazing Circusworks tent.
St Ives Village Green, Memorial Ave, St Ives (behind St Ives Shopping Village), 10am – 4pm. More Info
Marrickville Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Addison Rd Community Centre, 142 Addison Rod, Marrickville, 8.30am – 3pm. More Info
Frenchs Forest Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
The Pathway Hotel, 5 Frenchs Forest Rd East, Frenchs Forest, 8am – 1pm. More Info
Monday 7th May
Fish in Australian Art
Fish have featured in art in Australia for thousands of years. Artists have put fish in the picture to document, decorate, delight and provoke. From the dinner table to the ocean, fish are an intriguing theme, and the works explore the emotional and dramatic, the humorous and eccentric. This unique exhibition spans Australian art history from rock art to the contemporary and reveals how the wonder of fish are an enduring inspiration for artists. $7/adult, $3/child or concession, Members free.
2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour, 9.30am – 5pm daily (5/4/12 – 1/8/12). More Info
Food
On a stretch of Australian highway, two sisters run a takeaway joint – their days heavy with Chiko Rolls and memories. While they quietly wage war with their past and wrangle with each other about how to map out their future, a young traveller arrives and brings with him a charm and sensuality that turns their world around. This autumn, come and break bread in the intimacy of Belvoir’s Downstairs Theatre. Food is an evocative mix of words and movement that will surprise and stir in equal parts.
Belvoir Street Theatre, 25 Belvoir St, Surry Hills, 26th April – 20th May More Info
Tuesday 8th May
Taco Challenge – El Loco Or…….. Josh vs El Loco!!!
It’s El Loco’s 1st birthday and they have put a challenge out that JoshVsFood can’t ignore. El Loco’s 1st ever taco eating competition. Come on down and cheer Josh on as he sets his sights on being the supreme taco eating machine. The numero uno amigo! The head huncho!
Anyone who is a Club Loco member can entre for $20, it covers all tacos consumed. Membership available on the day. If you join the challenge, total bragging rights and your name + tacos consumed on the El Loco walls forever! Come down and show Josh your support or come down and participate!!
El Loco, Excelsior Hotel, 64 Foveaux St, Surry Hills, 6pm. More Info
In Conversation: Jared Ingersoll & Helen Greenwood
Join as Jared and Helen discuss everything from the evolution of Waterloo’s Danks St area, through to the Slow Food movement, seasonal produce, and low food miles. Find out how Jared’s philosophy for ethical & sustainable eating feeds into a viable business model, and how we can apply these principles in everyday life. Booking essential, free event.
Waterloo Library, 770 Elizabeth St, Waterloo, 6.30pm – 7.30pm. More Info
Mothers’ Day Lunch – Australians supporting the UN Refugee Agency
Mothers’ Day celebration to raise money for the Safe Mother & Baby Program in Somalia. Two guest speakers Mia Freedman & Dr Abdul Cadir Giama (Director of the Galkayo Medical Centre, Somalia). $150/person.
The Ivy, George St, Sydney, 12.15pm – 2.15pm. More Info
Wednesday 9th May
Pure Bier Fest ’12
Bavarian Bier Cafe are celebrating the purity and excellence of German bier with a calendar of fun and education activities during May. Various venues, check out … More Info
Pure Indulgence
Join Claire Martonttini, Assistant Sommelier at est and Aurelie Raillon, Valrona Brand Coordinator for an evening of pure indulgence. Claire completed her sommelier class in Tain L’Hermaitage, the birthplace of Valrona Chocolate and is passionate about food & wine pairings.
Aurelie represents one of the world’s most renowned Grand chocolate makers, Valrhona – A French company used by the best chefs and chocolatiers’ throughout the world.
Together, they present a rare opportunity to taste and pair 5 dark Grands Crus chocolates, from Madagascan Manjari 64% single-origin chocolate to the powerful African Abino 85% dark chocolate to matching wines. $45/person, bookings essential, 6pm – 7.30pm. More Info
EQ Village Markets
Regional produce and gourmet foods; fruit & veg, eggs, cheese, breads, nuts, olives, chocolates, cakes and pastries.
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, 10am – 3.30pm. More Info
Thursday 10th May
Real Food Nights
The Youth Food Movement will transform the Food Connect warehouse in Rozelle into a pop-up movie theatre and present the inaugural Reel Food Night. Join us for a stimulating night of conversation and film on the issue that affects us all – food. The Greenhorns will be screened with a pedal-powered projector thanks to Magnificent Revolution and you’ll hear from special guests for a feast of food for thought. Watch: The Greenhorns, a film about America’s young farmers, will be screened with a pedal-power projector thanks to Magnificent Revolution. Eat: Delicious special-recipe popcorn is included in your ticket and for dinner we’ll have Sydney’s new food trucks on the scene, including the Veggie Patch Van. Think: With the average age of a farmer in Australia being 57 years old, who is going to be producing our food in 20 years time? Tickets $15.
These and other questions will be addressed by a killer panel including: Costa Georgiadis of ABC’s Gardening Australia, Julian Lee, founder of Food Connect Sydney, Karl Cooney from Yulli’s restaurant and the Veggie Patch Van, Tobias Bland from Kurrawong Organics.
Food Connect Warehouse, 2-8 Parsons St,Rozelle, 6pm – 9.30pm. More Info
Care Australia: Fighting Global Poverty for 25 Years
CARE Australia: fighting global poverty for 25 years A collection of beautiful photos of the inspiring people CARE works with in some of the world’s poorest countries, such as Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Malawi. Don’t miss the special event screening of No Woman No Cry, a powerful documentary produced by CARE ambassador and former supermodel Christy Turlington Burns, which shares the powerful stories of at-risk pregnant women in four parts of the world. Free event.
Surry Hills Library, 405 Crown St, Surry Hills, 6pm – 7.30pm. More Info
Taste of Piemonte Wine Dinner - Public Dining Room
A sensational Italian 5 course degustation menu with expertly matched wines hosted by Kerri Abba. The Piedmont region provides the perfect environment to create some of the most noble wines Italy and the world has to offer Tucked into the north-western corner of Italy, the main grape grown here is the distinguished Nebbiolo, which is the base for the famed Barolo and Barbaresco wines. The production of strong reds is predominant in this landlocked, mountainous region and are the perfect complement to a rich and hearty cuisine. $150/person.
Public Dining Room, 2a, The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, Mosman, 7pm. More Info
Sake Restaurant – Meet Petaluma’s Winemakers
Chef Shaun Presland will be preparing a special menu which will be perfectly matched to a selection of Petaluma’s finest wines. Guests will also be invited to join in the fun during the ‘wine options’ game, with the winner taking home a Petaluma wine prize. $142/person, bookings essential, Ph: 9259 5656.
Bondi Junction Village Markets – Food & Farmers’ Markets
Produce straight from the farm; fresh fruits & veg, grass feed free range meat, free range eggs, honey, artisan bread, dried fruit & nuts, dairy, natural health products and specialty cuisine from around the globe. More Info
Oxford Street Mall (Western End), Bondi Junction, 9am – 5pm. More Info
Chatswood Mall Market
Fresh produce, flower, plant, art, photography and jewellery stores while you enjoy some chilled out tunes and entertainment. A delectable range of food stalls provide freshly prepared lunch options with food from around the globe to tantalise your tastes. There’s gozleme, paella, Japanese takoyaki, spicy prawns and chorizo, Korean, Taiwanese and more!
Chatswood Mall, Victoria Ave, Chatswood, 11am – 9pm. More Info
Double Bay Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Guilfoyle Park, Guilfoyle Ave, Double Bay, 9am – 2pm. More Info
Hornsby Organic Food Markets
Gourmet treats, certified organic produce, fresh food and flowers.
Hornsby Mall (by the fountain), Florence & Hunter Sts, Hornsby, 8am – 4pm. More Info
Out of Town
Upper Hunter Food & Wine Affair – Ogilvie St, Denman NSW – 5th May
The Upper Hunter Wine & Food Affair is the brainchild of the Denman Chamber of Commerce and has become known as the Hunter Valley’s ‘Best Street Party’. Held each year on the 1st Saturday in May, Ogilvie Street transforms itself into a Wine & Food gourmet feast where visitors can stroll down the street and taste the delights of what the Upper Hunter does best. We have loads of free entertainment to keep the whole family happy so be sure to mark this date in your diary. More Info
Narooma Oyster Festival – Narooma NSW – 5th & 6th May
Masterchef Julie Goodwin will join a stellar line-up of professional chefs for a celebration of south coast produce, culture and artisans at the Narooma Oyster Festival this May. An ideal combination of fresh and tidal water flows means the four million Sydney Rock Oysters sold each year out of this scenic NSW town are of exceptional quality – the inspiration for a weekend of feasting and fun. More Info
Mothers’ Day – Sunday 13th May *
Mothers’ Day Royal Picnic
Highlights of the Picnic include: Wine Tasting Marquee – enjoy the Picnic atmosphere and sample what some of NSW’s best wineries have to offer. Royal Pamper Lounge – a special retreat for Mum on her day. Animal Farm and Pony Rides. Doc Hudson’s Driver Training Track – Children can learn the rules of the road and have a whole lot of fun with Doc Hudson’s Driver Training Track from the official Disney-Pixar CARS Truck Tour. Rides and Inflatable’s for the kids. Face Painting. Gourmet treats in the EQ Market Village. Free event.
All funds raised on the day will go towards purchasing vital medical equipment for the Royal Hospital for Women to help our Mums and bubs.
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, 11am – 3pm. More Info
The Sebel, Pier One – $90/person
Full seafood buffet, glass of Chandon on, soft drink for children, gift for mum and harbour views. More Info
Restaurant Atelier, Glebe – $90/person
Pamper mum with a four course menu. Bookings essential Ph: 9566 2112. More Info
Borneo Orangutan Survival Mothers’ Day Lunch, Paddington – $100/person
Lunch including wine, beer & soft drink with light entertainment, an informative talk and auction. 120B Underwood St, Paddington, 12pm. More Info
Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport, Mascot – from $35/person
Mother’s Day buffet breakfast, includes a glass of sparkling wine, $35/person, 6.30am – 10.30am. Mother’s Day Seafood buffet lunch, includes a 2 hour beverage package, $75/adult $45/child (5-12 years), 12.30pm – 2.30pm. Mothers’ Day high tea, scones, delicate pastries, and an assortment of dainty sandwiches. Includes a glass of sparkling wine, chocolate delights and a magazine pack, $45/person, 3pm – 5.30pm. More Info
Efendy, Balmain – $65/person
Seven course lunch menu. More Info
Sydney Flying Squadron, Milsons Point – $55/person
Three course menu including a glass of sparkling white. More Info
Aria, East Circular Quay – $130/person
This year we will be celebrating Mothers Day lunch with a glass of 2002 Yarrabank ‘Late Disgorged’ Cuvée on arrival followed by a 3 course, five choice menu designed by renowned chef Matt Moran. More Info
Georges, King St Wharf, Sydney – $58-$68/person
Two or three course Mediterranean feast on the harbour, plus Lindt chocolates for mum. More Info
Quay, The Rocks – $200/person
Mothers’ Day in style, five course menu. More Info
36 Levels above The Rocks, The Rocks – $78/person
Treat mum to a special lunch which includes a selection of international cuisine, spectacular seafood buffet featuring freshly shucked oysters, mussels, crab and prawns, mouth-watering desserts and free-flowing chocolate fountain. Plus a glass of sparkling rose. More Info
Signorelli, Pyrmont – $65/person
Three course Italian style lunch. More Info
Flying Fish, Pyrmont – $165/person
Three course menu and mum will receive a box of Kakawa chocolates. More Info
Agape, Botany – $95/person
Agape is Sydney’s first certified organic restaurant and bar. Five course lunch or dinner, plus a special gift for the mothers of your group. More Info
3 Weeds, Rozelle – $85/person
Three course lunch including a glass of sparkling wine. More Info
Abba Cruise, Rhythmboat Cruises, Sydney Harbour – $79/person
Enjoy a fabulous buffet lunch or dinner, sing and dance to your heart’s content to your favourite Abba songs. More Info
Jonah’s, Whale Beach – $125/person
Alfonso Ales will create a special three course lunch menu which will also include a glass of Champagne Taittinger on arrival. Full a la carte menu will be available for dinner. More Info
Cafe Sydney, Circular Quay – $98/person
A lazy long lunch chilling out to jazz with the Urban Gypsies. Three course selection menu, showcasing the best produce autumn has to offer as well as bread, salad, coffee and tea. More Info
Bistro Lilly, The Rocks – $78/person
Three course selection menu for Lunch. More Info
Royal Motor Yacht Club, Newport – $65/person
In the Top Deck dining room with fabulous views overlooking Pittwater. Smooth sounds of the Allan Ward Jazz Band. Fresh prawns & oysters, hot seafood, carvery and dessert. More Info
Public Dining Room, Balmoral Beach – $120/person
The Public Dining Room’s chefs have created an extensive three course table d’hote menu. More Info
Garfish, Manly – $75/person
Three course selection menu. More Info
Garfish, Kirribilli & Crows Nest – $75/person
Two course selection menu. More Info
Banjo Paterson Cottage Restaurant, Gladesville – $90/person
Three course selection menu, canapés on arrival plus coffee & petit fours to end. More Info
Morena, Surry Hills – $75/person
A specially designed set menu by Head Chef Alejandro Saravia. A glass of sparkling on arrival, followed by a delicious selection of tapas style entrees, mains and dessert. Treat mum to a Latin American experience
* Please note that list of venues is in no particular order and that Belly Rumbles does not recommend one venue over another. This list is just a run down of some of the many Mothers’ Day events happening around Sydney.
Sundays at Kwongs
