Newcastle’s Wine And Food Festival Given New Beachside Home

by Alex Connell on August 22, 2012

 

Described as a “one-stop shop for all things food and wine”, the Newcastle Wine & Food Festival will be held for the first time in Pacific Park, Newcastle East from Saturday 29th to Sunday 30th September.

Formerly of Lambton Park, the inaugural beachside setting will play host to food & wine lovers alike who will be able to devour produce from the Hunter Valley’s finest restaurants & cafes, and be appeased by the wine tastings available from many of the Hunter’s critically acclaimed vineyards.

Accompanied by live music and market stalls, to ensure the festival mood is really set patrons will be able to partake in wine masterclasses & cooking demonstrations, operated by renowned restaurateurs and winemakers from the region.

An extensive range of wares, food and wine will be on offer from a myriad of exhibitors, for festival-goers to try and buy, while the children and dog-friendly policy guarantees the festival is likely to be a unique two-day experience, suitable for the entire family.

Ticket Information

Entry at the gate is $15.00 (entry only) and includes

• A souvenir wine glass

• Your first wine taste

• Cooking demonstrations

• Wine masterclasses by some of the Hunter Valley’s best wine makers and wine selectors

• Live entertainment provided by Live & Cookin’ @ Lizottes

Available for additional purchase

• Food by the plate from some of Newcastle’s most outstanding restaurants

• Wine and produce sales

• Hunter Valley wine masterclasses

Child (age 14-18)

• $5.00 entry fee (must be accompanied by an adult)

Child (age 6-14)

• Free Entry (must be accompanied by an adult)

Tokens

• Tokens are the currency used to purchase wine by the glass

• 1 Token = $3 - $15 for a book of 5 tokens

• Sample wine by the glass will be priced from 1 token

Tickets can be pre-purchased at the festival’s website.