Australias Top Foodie Places
If you love everything there is to love about food, you’re going to adore Australia. As a country with so many different cultures in it, Australia has the potential to open up your taste buds to exciting new experiences and really give you a memorable vacation. There are certain places Down Under that every foodie has to visit. Planning a gourmet trip won’t be hard when you’ve got these excellent destinations in mind.
1. Fleurieu Peninsula
If you like trying new and local things, then you’ve come to the right place. This Peninsula is famous for its many markets of fresh produce, open to the public on weekends. Here, you’ll be able to obtain the freshest locally-grown ingredients and enjoy numerous delicacies you wouldn’t find elsewhere. The most famous markets are the Victor Harbor Farmers’ Market, the Vale Market, McLaren Vale, and the Willunga Farmers’ Market.
Just make sure to find the right working times of the markets, as some of them only work in specific times of the month, making them that much more special. So as to rejuvenate from all the market hopping, make sure to try this region’s wines. After all, it is one of the four most famous Australian wine regions.
2. Merricks
If you take a look at the less-traveled part of the Mornington Peninsula, you’ll be surprised to find a plethora of small towns. They’re all trying to redefine the food traditions in these parts and attract more hungry and deserving travelers. One of these towns may be succeeding in the mission more than the rest. Thanks to the functional and beautiful Jackalope Hotel, Merricks is getting the attention it deserves.
Located in an old vineyard, the hotel offers elegance and style, but rich tasting menus as well. You’ll be able to have a relaxing but fulfilling foodie trip, without having to do much but enjoy the interior of your hotel. That being said, don’t waste this trip by missing the famous beetroot pancakes of Pt. Leo Estate, only a card ride away.
3. King Island
As this is a destination located in Tasmania’s beautiful and untamed nature, you’ll be able to enjoy natural and fresh produce. Due to the rules of nature, not much is supposed to thrive here as it is a small island isolated in the ocean, yet the island promises a lot to world famous chefs as well as hungry tourists. You can’t miss the one thing the island is most famous for- the creamy cheeses.
As far as the other delicacies are concerned, perhaps it’s best to taste everything during April. After all, this is the time of year when the annual King Island Long Table Festival is held. During this period, you’ll be able to participate in produce and farm tours, as well as various cooking demonstrations. The whole festival is accompanied by the best of Tasmania’s wines. Be careful not to miss it, though, as the festival typical lasts for only a weekend.
4. Hunter Valley
If you’re planning on bringing a special someone along, Hunter Valley should be the perfect destination. With romantic accommodation and beautiful scenery, it might be all you need for a relaxing weekend. Of course, no trip is complete without the famous Hunter Valley wine tours. Here, you’ll get to taste all of Australia’s prime wines and see exactly where they’re made.
Walking hand in hand and enjoy the sunset is also the favorite activity of many couples, as you haven’t experienced a sunset until you see the vast vineyards melting into the orange light. Most of the restaurants here offer an intimate atmosphere, with the Chef’s expertise there to guide your taste buds through the tasting menu.
5. Mudgee
Located in New South Wales, this quaint location will surely keep you full during the whole weekend getaway. This might be a good place to visit with family, as the cellar door are owned by many families keeping the tradition alive. This means you’ll get to revel in and share the family values with your new hosts. As far as the tasting is concerned, the wine here is absolutely exquisite, and you can test that yourself by visiting each cellar.
A gourmet dining experience is available all day long, as Mudgee is famous for its long lunches, sophisticated dinners, and leisurely breakfasts. All the specialties are prepared with local food, bringing the full potential of the flavour into focus.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are a lot of things to see and a lot of things to eat and drink. By visiting these destinations, you’ll taste the world in a microcosm designed just for that purpose. The fusion of cultures has never been more beneficial, as you’ll gladly get to experience everything the locals have worked so hard to show off.
