Now we’re talking! These long lunches and degustations have all be custom-created by a great chef to celebrate our local flavours. Bon Appétit
1. Tapas Lunch Banquet @ Moda Tapas Brasa Bar | Saturday 29 May & Saturday 12 June
Javier Codina is bringing the Scenic Rim to the city at Moda, by incorporating the wonderful local produce from the region. Guests will enjoy Javier’s selection of six Scenic Rim inspired tapas to share, selected by the chef for the entire table. Francois will also select some local Scenic Rim wines that will be available for purchase. Book here for 29 May and 12 June.
2. Lunch on the Lawn @ Scenic Rim Farm Box Shop | Saturday 5 June (SOLD OUT)
Join us at the long table under the century-old Jacarandas for a generous three-course lunch with matched wines expertly prepared by Chef Kate Raymont. A celebration of Scenic Rim produce set in the beautiful gardens of the Scenic Rim Farm Shop, also home to Elderflower Farm, and overlooking the productive fields of Kalbar. This event has sold out but you join the wait list here.
3. Winter Italian Fest @ The Overflow Estate 1895 | Saturday 12 June (SOLD OUT)
Join award winning executive chef Richard Ousby as he cooks up a 3 course winter Italian feast. Watch the sunset over the vineyard and water while listening to live music. Ticket includes dinner and a welcome drink.
4. Homage returns to the Barn @ Spicers Hidden Vales | Sunday 13 June
Join Executive Chef and Scenic Rim Food Ambassador Ash Martin and Head Chef, Simon Furley for a six course tasting menu with matched wines in the historic barn. Start with an interactive tour of the 89 bed market garden including smokehouse and fermentation room. An intimate dining experience driven by fire, coals and nature will be enjoyed under the stars. A carefully selected menu will showcase the very best produce from the Scenic Rim, cooked over a coal pit. Call to book your spot.
How better to celebrate 10 years of Scenic Rim Eat Local Week than under the culinary baton of our incredible Regional Chef Ambassadors: Josue Lopez, Ash Martin, Javier Codina, Kate Raymont, Glen Barratt, Daniel Groneberg, Alison Alexander, Caroline Jones, Brenda Fawdon, Cameron Matthews and Richard Ousby. This very special evening will take place atop the stunning Lamington Plateau at beautiful Beechmont, at the 100 year old Rosewood Estate. With unparalleled views down to the twinkling lights of the Gold Coast, relax under the Scenic Rim night sky as our acclaimed flavour creators present 10 fabulous courses, each heroing Scenic Rim produce and harmonising to deliver a unique food experience. This will be a true moment in time! Gather your friends and celebrate this decade of deliciousness as well as first class entertainment, and a performance from a very special guest artist. Book here.
6. Producers Dinner @ Wild Canary | Friday 25 June
Join Executive Chef and Scenic Rim Food Ambassador Glen Barratt and the team at Wild Canary for an evening showcasing the best seasonal produce from the Scenic Rim in celebration of our top farmers, small scale growers and artisans. Experience a five course degustation dinner displaying the diversity and vitality of the Scenic Rim’s farmers and food culture and hear stories direct from the producers. Book here.
7. Late Long Lunch @ Summer Land Camels | Sunday 27 June
Enter our camel world – sip, relax, lunch. Starting with a glass of bubbles, lunch will be served in 3 acts canapes style (entrees/main/dessert). Featuring Summer Land Camels’ award-winning dairy produce and prepared by Chef Colin Dagnall. Book here.
8. Longest Lunch @ O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyards | Sunday 27 June
Relax by the bubbling waters of Canungra Creek whilst enjoying our starter and 2 course share platter menu from our chef Paula and finish with homemade lemon tart, accompanied with local wines and beers, showcasing the best produce the Scenic Rim has to offer. Includes two hour drink package and live entertainment. Book here.
9. SOLD OUT: Locals Longest Lunch @ The Peak Restaurant, Spicers Peak Lodge | Sunday 27 June
Chef Dean Alsford’s fine dining showcase of Scenic Rim’s best produce. Four course tasting menu, served to our guests on a long table on the terrace with our spectacular mountain views.
10. Long Lunch @ Kooroomba Vineyard & Lavender Farm | Sunday 27 June
Let the award winning team at Kooroomba Vineyard & Lavender Farm wow you with spectacular views and food from the best producers in the Scenic Rim. This long table lunch will consist of 5 courses and a complimentary aperitif on arrival. Events book out quickly. Book now.
11. Long Lunch @ Sarabah Estate Vineyard | Thursday 1 July
Enjoy a three course feast featuring the freshest of Scenic Rim produce from Tarome crayfish, Kalbar pork and Greenlee macadamia nuts beautifully complimented by home grown Sarabah Estate produce. Enjoy our long lunch in the vines with our without a glass of our perfectly paired Sarabah wine. Book now.
12. Senses of the Scenic Rim Dinner @ Mason Wines | Friday 2 July
Join a panel of Scenic Rim producers and veteran wine and sensory Educator, Jan Douglas, to journey through a palate awakening food, wine and artisan beverage sensory degustation dinner experience. Discover the wonders of flavour interactions in food and wine/artisan beverages – what works, what doesn’t and why. Book now.
13. Star Light Dinner @ Country Mile Escape | Saturday 3 July
Enjoy an evening under the stars at Country Mile Escape. Caz Osborne from Scenic Rim Cooking Classes will tantalise your taste buds with a four course meal of locally grown beef with locally sourced produce. Each course will be accompanied with a glass of local wine and beverages. Book now.