FOOD Week 2014

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Fri 04 Apr 2014

F.O.O.D Week 2014

[SECTION]F.O.O.D Week 2014[/SECTION]


You're Invited!

Fill your diary with exciting events from F.O.O.D Week. From wine tastings to watching the experts at work at an interactive masterclass, or enjoying a relaxing picnic overlooking the most beautiful scenery, there's something for all food and wine lovers.

Held over 10 days from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 April, F.O.O.D Week has earned a great reputation for offering the best quality food and wine. Featuring producers and their products, local chefs and restaurants as well as other enterprises, this festival gives all guests the opportunity to visit various places such as farms, wineries and restaurants.

There are so many events during F.O.O.D Week that it's impossible for me to list them all. Download the program from the official F.O.O.D Week website. Some of the most popular events are guaranteed to sell out so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.

The following pages highlight the feature events of this festival. So read on!

[SECTION]F.O.O.D HQ[/SECTION]


F.O.O.D HQ is the place to find out about the festival events. Open daily, this is the place to chat with the producers, taste local food, watch demonstrations, enjoy talks and purchase merchandise. A different producer with a different theme will be featured on each day of the festival. This is the perfect place to get to know the producers, learn about their product and even take some home. Entry is free so come by.

Schedule:

Friday 4 April: Bacon, kransky and chorizo
Saturday 5 April: Beef
Sunday 6 April: Venison
Monday 7 April: Verjus
Tuesday 8 April: Hazelnuts and Olive Oil
Wednesday 9 April: Local food from the Farm Gate
Thursday: 10 April: Local dips, antipasto and bread
Friday 11 April: Beer and cheese
Saturday 12 April: Apples
Sunday 13 April: Lamb

[SECTION]Markets[/SECTION]


Kick off your weekend with a visit to the Night Market on Friday 4 April. Robertson Park will be filled with stalls ready to serve a huge range of finger-licking variety and satisfy your urge for a delicious beverage. This is the place where Orange's finest cooks, restaurateurs, producers and wineries all gather. Expect the best Orange produce and the finest wines so pop by for a feast of scrumptious eats and drinks. There will also be live entertainment. What a great way to start the weekend!

Market lovers will be in heaven at Cook Park on Sunday 6 April. Fill your pantry and fridge with the best local produce, fill your belly with a delicious breakfast or brunch, and let the children's activities entertain the kids. Come for breakfast, come for brunch or simply relax under the trees while enjoying the effervescent atmosphere.

[SECTION]100 Mile Dinner[/SECTION]


Book early for the iconic 100 Mile Dinner on Monday 7 April presented to you by the F.O.O.D Week Committee and the Molong residents. Indulge in deliciously prepared food by the best chefs paired with matching wines. This awesome dinner features food and wine from various towns including Mudgee, Canowindra, Orange and Bathurst. Expect only the best! Places at this event are guaranteed to book out, so make sure you secure your spot today.

[SECTION]F.O.O.D Train[/SECTION]


Come on and get aboard the F.O.O.D Train on Friday 11 April. Eat and drink all weekend long savouring the most delectable food and delightful wine. This adventure begins with a light breakfast and a glass of sparkling. Producers participating in this event will provide insightful information about how the food goes from paddock to plate. You'll be spoilt with the food of the Orange district so make sure you bring your appetite. Your ticket also includes a fine dining experience, access to the FORAGE event on Saturday, and a trip to the beautiful town of Millthorpe, where you'll stop for afternoon tea at the Old Mill Cafe.

[SECTION]FORAGE[/SECTION]


The FORAGE event on Saturday 12 April will delight the masses. Presented by NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and the F.O.O.D Week Committee, the fourth edition of FORAGE promises to be the best one yet.

The events begins at Balmoral Vineyard followed by a visit to Koomooloo Vineyard before finishing at a Nashdale vineyard. Stroll through the vineyards with a glass of wine, take in the picturesque views, and sample a selection of tasty treats. It's a leisurely 3.6km walk altogether and why not have a chat with DPI personnel and growers along the way? Sounds like the perfect Saturday to me!

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