Head south for some exclusive gourmet experiences

Time spent on the New South Wales south coast is always time well spent and the Shoalhaven Food Network has just announced a new reason to hit the region.

The Shoalhaven Gourmet Getaway will be an an innovative long weekend tour as part of the Autumn Celebration of Food.

Starting by rail from Central Station, Sydney, on Friday, May 31, the event offers food enthusiasts an all-inclusive trip through the Shoalhaven’s gastronomic landscape.

The adventure begins with a “picnic” lunch for the train journey.

Guests will then enjoy visits to some of the region’s top restaurants and venues, including Farmgate in Nowra, Cupitt’s Estate in Milton, Ponte Bar and Dining in Nowra, Swordfish Brewery in Sussex Inlet, Ramox and Gallery at Bundanon, a Jervis Bay Mussels Cruise in Huskisson, and the delights of Berry.

 "Comfortable accommodation" and door-to-door coach transport are promised.

Event Highlights include the Ponte and Pasta Buoy Collaboration Event: a four-course dinner by former The Ledbury chef Sam Smith (a local boy made good) and Thiago De Paiva Menezes (owner, operator and sommelier of Ponte).

There will also be an Indigenous Food and Cultural Experience with Doug Innes-Will at Ramox in Bundanon, and a long lunch at Cupitt’s Estate Winery (above) with a three-course meal hosted by Rosie Cupitt with matched local wines.

Only 40 places are available. The price is $1400-$1700 (inclusive of accommodation, transport, activities and dining). Bookings: www.shoalhavenfoodnetwork.com.au

For additional details about the Shoalhaven Gourmet Getaway and the 2024 Autumn Celebration of Food, visit website: www.shoalhavenfoodnetwork.com.au