The 34th annual Orange FOOD Week 2025 is running Friday, 28 March-Sunday, 6 April 2025, offering a diverse array of events that celebrate the region's rich culinary heritage.
The Orange Hop on Hop Off Bus (running 29 March-6 April) offers a convenient way to explore various venues and events throughout the week.
But don't delay, at the time of writing, some of the long-awaited gourmet degustation dinners and long lunches were already booked out!
Friday, 28 March
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Printhie Private Fly Fishing Experience incl 4 Course Degustation
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of Printhie's lake while learning the art of fly fishing, followed by a four-course degustation lunch with matching wines at Printhie Dining. $495.
5:30 pm-8:30 pm
Night Market
Explore nearly 50 vibrant food and wine stalls beneath festoon lights and the autumn canopy of Robertson Park. $10-12.
Friday 28 March
2.00pm-3.00pm
Saturday 29 March & Saturday 5 April
10.00am-11.00am
Fermented Drinks Workshop with Orange Fermentary
Participate in a hands-on masterclass exploring various home-brewing methods for producing probiotic drinks. $60.
Friday 28 & Saturday 29 March, Thursday 3, Friday 4 & Sunday 6 April
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Hyper-local Dining at Rowlee
Experience a special four-course, hyper-local shared menu for lunch or dinner at Rowlee Dining & Bar. $95.
Friday 28 & Sunday 30 March, Wednesday 2, Friday 4 & Sunday 6 April
11.00am/12.00pm/1.00pm
Printhie Picnic
Relax with a picnic blanket and a bottle of Printhie wine, savouring gourmet treats in a picturesque setting. $190.
Saturday, 29 March
11:00 am-6:30 pm
Millthorpe Mouthful
Indulge Your Tastebuds at the 5th Millthorpe Mouthful! $140.
11:30 am-4:30 pm
Paired Dindima Wines with Local Charcuterie Amongst The Vines
Enjoy a local selection of produce, including artisanal charcuterie, handcrafted cheeses and organic breads, paired with our premium wines. $45.
12.00pm-8.00pm
Badlands Flight of Pies and a Flight of Beers
Indulge in four dangerously drinkable craft beers and the mouthwatering flavours of four gourmet mini pies. $48.
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Paddock, a Pinot and a Paintbrush
Paddock, a Pinot and a Paintbrush is hosted by Hillside Harvest and Orange Mountain Wines. $85.
4.00pm-9.00pm
Samson Street Lunch Official After Party at the Hotel Canobolas
Head down to The Hotel Canobolas after what will undoubtedly be an incredible day at FOOD Week’s Sampson Street Lunch. Free entry.
6.30pm-10.30pm
Flavours of France with Josie Chapman at Philip Shaw Wines
Join the team from Philip Shaw Wines as they welcome Josie Chapman from The Old Convent to take you through an unforgettable evening of wine and food highlighting their shared love of French cuisine and its culinary scene. $220.
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 March
10.00am/12.00pm/2.00pm
Hands-On Cider Making Workshop
Explore traditional cider-making techniques and get hands-on crushing and pressing apples for the next batch of Small Acres Cyder. $190.
Saturday 29 March & Friday 4 April
2.00pm-6.00pm
Jam Making 101
Have you always wanted to preserve those delicious seasonal fruits? This is your opportunity to learn how to make jam! $85.
Sunday, 30 March
10.00am-12.00pm
Bubbles & Brunch at Swinging Bridge Wines
Join the Swinging Bridge team at their Hill Park Vineyard for a morning of delicious flavours, stunning views, and premium wines as we celebrate our 30th year in style. $50-$70.
10.00am-12.00pm
Traditional Wine-Making Experience at Orange Mountain Estate
Explore traditional wine-making in Terry and Julie’s family-operated boutique vineyard and winery. $35.
10.00am-12.30pm
Shine the Light on Producers: Apples, Cherries, and Pork
A workshop focusing on the region's apple, cherry, and pork producers, featuring discussions, recipes, and tastings. $20.
11.00am-2.00pm
From Tree to Table - A Progressive Orchard Lunch
Step into the heart of the Hillside family orchard for a three-course luncheon that celebrates the flavours of locally grown produce paired with exceptional local wines. $140.
12.00pm-4.00pm
Nonna's Long Lunch
Join Nonna as she serves up a delectable Sunday Lunch of beautifully prepared local produce paired with a stellar lineup of Highland Heritage award-winning wines. $165.
12.30pm-4.00pm
Ensemble Offspring - Songbirds Lunch & Concert
Rowlee Wines is excited to welcome Ensemble Offspring to perform Songbirds over a specially prepared three-course lunch to Rowlee Dining & Bar. $230.
2.00pm
Chutney & Sauce Making 101
Have you always wanted to know how to turn seasonal fruit & veg into amazing relishes, chutneys & sauces? This is your opportunity to learn how! $30.
2.00pm-6.00pm
Raw and Fizz
Celebrate the best of the region's raw produce and sparkling wines. Featuring plates by Chefs Joel Bickford and Danny Corbett, a wine masterclass with Will Gilbert, and live entertainment. $30.
Monday, 31 March
10.00am-12.30pm
Shine the Light on Producers: Apples, Cherries, and Pork
A workshop focusing on the region's apple, cherry, and pork producers, featuring discussions, recipes, and tastings. $20.
Tuesday, 1 April
10.00am-12.30pm
Shine the Light on Producers: Busy Bees & Fermentation
A workshop focusing on the region's honey producers, featuring discussions, recipes, and tastings. $20.
Tuesday 1 & Thursday 3 April
10.00am-12.00pm
Retro Fruit Preserving at Hillside Harvest
Learn from local expert Jasmin Bond of Greentrees Gourmet Preserves in a live demonstration where everyone is welcome to join in! $55.
Sunset Tour and Taste at Cargo Road Winery
5.30pm
Take a tour with the vigneron James Sweetapple through a holistic vineyard and winery. $35.
Wednesday 2 April
6.00pm-8.00pm
Culinary Connections
Hillside Harvest invites guests to celebrate the stories behind the dishes that unite people. $25.
7.00pm-9.00pm
Hotel Canobolas FOOD Week Trivia
The Hotel Canobolas presents a very special one-off FOOD Week trivia night. Free entry.
Thursday 3 April
10.00am-12.30pm
Shine the Light on Producers: Gourmet Preserves & Fresh Gelato
$20.
2.00pm-3.00pm
Fermented Drinks Workshop with Orange Fermentory
$60.
Friday 4 April
9.30am-3.30pm
Work With the Winemaker at ChaLou
Bring your work boots and be ready to pick! Your chance to shadow winemakers Nadja + Steve, in an up-close and personal experience of vineyard life. $170.
10.00am-12.30pm
Shine the Light on Producers: Saffron & Sophie Hansen
A workshop focusing on the world’s most expensive seasoning, saffron, featuring discussions, recipes, and tastings by food writer Sophie Hansen. $20.
4.30pm-7.30pm
Twilight Gather Round
Celebrate Orange FOOD Week by enjoying the setting sun under magnificent maple trees with canapés and a glass of wine, gazing down on the beauty of Towac Valley. $45.
5.00pm-7.00pm
Mortimer's Wine School
Join Peter & Daniel Mortimer for their signature "Wine School" event at the March Schoolhouse Cellar Door. $75.
6.00pm-9.30pm
Mahaliy's Lebanese Feast
Their monthly popup restaurant night at Orange's premiere event space will be bigger and more spectacular than ever this FOOD Week. It will feature a four-course, shared-style feast. $110.
6.30pm-9.30pm
Locally Grown
A 4-course dinner with Chef Joel Bickford and Sommelier Alex Kirkwood showcasing, the absolute best in local Orange produce and matched Orange wines. $245.
6.30pm-11.00pm
HARVEST
Join the crew at Hillside Harvest to celebrate the harvest season with a special event featuring local produce and wines. $35.
Friday 4-Sunday 6 April
A three day guided trip from Sydney to Orange enjoying some of the region’s best food & wine experiences. $1,590-$1,770.
Saturday, 5 April
11.00am-3.30pm
The Molong Meander
Embark on a delightful culinary journey through the heart of historic Molong for the inaugural Molong Meander. $150.
11.00am-6.45pm
Millthorpe Mouthful
Indulge Your Tastebuds at the 5th Millthorpe Mouthful! $140.
12.00pm-6.00pm
DAYCLUB @Skybar
DAYCLUB @SkyBar is a fun dance party in our cellar door and bar. It’s just like a nightclub - but during the day. $30.
2.00pm-3.30pm
30 Years of Swinging Bridge Hosted by Tom Ward
Experience an unforgettable afternoon as Tom guides you through wines that embody the heritage, innovation, and excellence of Swinging Bridge over the past 30 yrs. $100.
5.00pm-9.00pm
The School House Rock
A FREE live rock show, garden bar, firepits and the exciting soon to open "Summer Street Wine Room" taking over our Tuckshop Kitchen. Free entry.
5.30pm-10.30pm
Lucetta Dining X Anna Polyviou
Lucetta welcomes Anna Polyviou the award winning pastry chef like no other for a one night only special dinner event. $250.
6.00pm-9.00pm
Forage Official After Party at the Hotel Canobolas
Head down to The Hotel Canobolas after a grand day of strolling through Orange’s vineyards at Forage. Free entry.
6.00pm-10.00pm
Eric Clapton Unplugged Dinner Show at Ross Hill
Prepare for an unforgettable evening of music, food, and wine at Ross Hill Winery, featuring the incredible Matt Arthur and his Band performing a tribute to the legendary Eric Clapton. $145.
6.30pm-11.00pm
Orange Mountain Estate Movies In the Winery
Join us at Orange Mountain Estate for a great night of film, wine, and a three-course feast to accompany the films. $85.
Sunday 6 April
8.30am-12.30pm
Sunday Producers Market & Brunch
Savour a locally-made brunch while exploring the market. Meet producers, shop for fresh goods & take them home. Free entry.
1.00pm-4.00pm
Colmar Estate Long Lunch With Richard Learmonth
Join Colmar Estate at their cellar door for an Orange quintessential long lunch to celebrate their 2025 Vintage Launch! $140.
1.00pm-4.00pm
Official FOOD Week Closing Pizza & Wine Party
The Canobolas Pizzeria presents a closing party to celebrate FOOD Week! Free entry.
Book your tickets here.
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