The 2025 Tasting Australia Program Just Dropped and Naturally, It's Delicious
Tasting Australia's 2025 lineup is what foodie dreams are made of.
We might be biased but we’re going to say it anyway — Australia’s food scene couldn’t possibly get better. With a diverse array of landscapes, passionate producers and talented makers scattered across the country, we’re spoilt with top-tier, homegrown goodness. And no one knows how to celebrate this incredible food landscape more than Tasting Australia. Their 2025 festival program has just dropped so it’s time to whip out your brand-new calendars and pencil a few dates in.
Presented by Journey Beyond, the 2025 program will explore the theme of connection across 10 jam-packed days. With 150 events to choose from, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the best South Australia has to offer. And it’s not just local chefs and makers smitten with the state’s incredible produce. The 2025 program will see global talent descend including Chiara Pavan (Italy), Monica Berg (UK), Andy Allen (NSW), Lachlan Cowill (TAS), Danielle Alvarez (NSW) and Lennox Hastie (NSW), alongside local powerhouses Justin James, Jake Kellie, Sharon Romeo and Duncan Welgemond.
From immersive experiences to fun and free events for those looking to dabble, the 2025 Tasting Australia program may be the best yet. Here are our picks for events not to be missed...
Tasting Australia Adelaide: Food Experiences $100+
Tasting Australia by Train - Africola x Parwana
A once-in-a-lifetime experience, this journey will take place aboard the iconic The Ghan's dining and bar carriages for a 10-hour food safari. You'll feast on delights from Townsville stalwart and Afghan kitchen, Parwana, alongside seasonal South African star Africola. As you travel across diverse South Australian landscapes, you'll be treated to breakfast by Parwana, a wine masterclass by Stacey-Lee Edwards and a long lunch by Welgemoed of Africola. Finish with afternoon cocktails, courtesy of Never Never gin distillery.
Friday 9th May
$950 per person, tickets available here
Collins Street and Spencer Street, Adelaide
Dining Galleries - Ester x Lankan Filling Station
Two of Sydney's favourite restaurants are teaming up for a spread you don't want to miss. Partners in life, O Tama Carey and Mat Lindsay rarely find themself in the kitchen together. Don't miss this immense sharing of talent and stories and, of course, incredible food. The menu? Well, it's a secret — but a very delicious one, we're sure.
Tuesday 6th May
$350 per person, tickets available here
Victoria Square, Adelaide
Food, Glass, Wood
A unique fusion of the three Fleming brothers' chosen mediums — food, wood and glass — this dinner is a treat for all the senses. Snag a ticket to catch live glass blowing, whilst dining on custom-made recycled timber tables and chairs made exclusively for the night. You'll also drink and dine from handmade wood and glass pieces whilst enjoying dishes infused with native ingredients. The best part? Each piece will be available for purchase on the night!
$260 per person, tickets available here
Thursday 8th May
87 Sydenham Road, Norwood
Around the World with Penfolds
Gear up for an interactive tasting like no other. Explore the underground tunnels at Magill Estate whilst you sip on Penfolds wines including their flagship Grange. Curated canapes and an underground dance party are part and parcel of the experience.
Friday 9th May
$190 per person, tickets available here
78 Penfold Road, Magill
Tasting Australia Adelaide: Food Experiences Less Than $100
Make - Indigenous Ingredients 101 with Sharon Winsor
Founder of Indigiearth and proud Ngemba Weilwan woman Sharon Winsor is ready and waiting to explore the flavours of traditional ingredients with you. Get hands-on whilst gleaning over 60 000 years of knowledge in preparing indigenous ingredients.
Friday 9th May
$79 per person, tickets available here
Victoria Square, Adelaide
Town Square Canteen - Elementary Soul Canteen
Take this opportunity to dine on the best Limestone Coast produce without having to leave the city. A great insight into the magic Kirby Shearing is making at his Mount Gambier restaurant.
Multiple sessions
From $65 per person, tickets available here
68 Chambers Roa, Hay Valley
Learn - Cellaring: Building a Cellar and Ageing Wines
For those keen to glean some new skills this immersive session will guide you through cellaring, food and wine pairing, natural drops and fortified wines from top sommeliers and winemakers.
Saturday 3rd May, tickets available here
$49 per person
Victoria Square, Adelaide
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