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Now in its third year, Taste of Sydney again showed its the city’s premier restaurant festival which offered three signature dishes from fourteen of Sydney’s finest dining establishments. Accompanied by the very best of Sydney’s producers and wineries, Taste of Sydney 2011 was the ultimate foodie social outing for friends, families and work colleagues against a backdrop of one of Sydney’s most beautiful, natural settings, Centennial Parklands. We look forward to seeing you all again at the next Taste Festival.

When: 10-13 March 2011

Where: Brazilian Fields, Centennial Parklands Grand Drive, Centennial Park, Sydney

What: The eagerly anticipated foodie festival, Taste of Sydney – an action packed four day spectacle that will see 14 of the city’s finest restaurants, over 100 producers, cocktail bars, live music and a host of food and wine features. This week, Taste of Sydney’s world famous chefs, producers and wine experts will once again line up to deliver stunning food, delicious demonstrations, entertaining tutorials and enlightening Q&A sessions* at the hotly anticipated food festival, Taste of Sydney.

With this and a whole lot more :

Sydney’s love affair for oysters will continue with over 5000 freshly shucked oysters from Assiette

Over 20,000 revelers will descend on the Brazilian Fields to sample over 50 mouthwatering dishes

Charlie & Co’s Wagyu Beef Burger is back by popular demand and will see Justin North cooking up over 5,000 of his infamous burgers

Lilydale will team up with Warren Turnbull of District Dining to produce 200kg of the irresistible free range spicy Lilydale chicken with coleslaw and lime aioli.

Matt Kemp and his team of chefs at Restaurant Balzac will braise 220kg of Wagyu beef and prepare 45 litres of truffle puree to serve up over 2000 of his infamous Crispy Wagyu Beef with Mushroom and Truffle Puree. *Please see attached for full features schedule For more information and to book tickets go to www.tasteofs

Now in its third year, Taste of Sydney is the city’s premier restaurant festival offering three signature dishes from fourteen of Sydney’s finest dining establishments. Accompanied by the very best of Sydney’s producers and wineries, Taste of Sydney is the ultimate foodie social outing for friends, families and work colleagues against a backdrop of one of Sydney’s most beautiful, natural settings, Centennial Parklands.

Some of this year’s highlights :

1. Italian Piazza – New to Taste of Sydney in 2011, the Italian Piazza invites you to experience the forefront of Sydney’s Italian cuisine. Sample dishes from top Italian eateries such as King Salmon Carpaccio from the infamous Otto Ristorante, Acquarello Risotto from Ormeggio at the Spit, or Steamed Mussels from Omerta & A Tavola. The Piazza is also home to the finest selection of Italian producers including Sanpellegrino, Barilla and more.
2. Bilsons & Number One Wine Bar – Widely renowned as the ‘Godfather’ of Sydney’s culinary scene, Tony Bilson will make his Taste of Sydney debut with the eponymous Bilson’s restaurant and Number One. Trade your crowns for a taste sensation of Apple Tarte Tartin and Calvados Crème Anglais – a dish that is sure to be a hit!
3. Victor Churchill – Australia’s largest meat wholesaler, Victor Churchill, will be returning to Taste of Sydney with an enticing BBQ of the finest cuts of mouth watering meat. Visitors will also have the chance to purchase top quality imported gourmet dry goods, delicious packaged desserts, and choose from a large selection of their renowned premium quality meats.
4. ‘Hav-O’ cocktail – Offered for the first time since premiering on Oprah’s Australian Adventures, Sagatiba introduces ‘Hav-O’ cocktail – the refreshing drink that is sure to become Australia’s next iconic cocktail.

5. Otto Bar – Enjoy the full Otto experience within an elegant bar space, specially created for Taste of Sydney visitors. Take a short break amongst a lively musical backdrop while sipping on the bitter sweet taste of an Aperol Spritzer.
6. Aperitif – Discover the newest restaurant venture from renowned chefs Manu Feildel and Miguel Maestre. See the pair side by side as Miguel brings back his infamous servings of Paella a la Maestre at Aperitif, while celebrity chef Manu tempts the taste buds with a slow cooked shoulder of lamb at L’etoile.
7. Bitton Gourmet – Celebrating their 10th birthday, Bitton Gourmet’s French inspired salad dressings, jams and chutneys will be on offer at Taste of Sydney. Experience their range of renowned preserves, dished up on sumptuous French crepes.
8. Regal King Salmon – From wood roasted to mixed pepper and spice, there is something for everyone at the Regal Salmon stand. Raised in the Marlborough Sounds in some of the world’s purest waters, their award winning salmon is one not to be missed!
9. Australian Gourmet Traveller Chefs Table – Ever wondered about the secrets of the infamous Snow Egg? Join special guest chef Peter Gilmore, plus Mark Best and the Taste of Sydney chefs for an informal chat and a glass of wine at the Australian Gourmet Traveller Chef’s Table.
10. De Dietrich Cooking School – Learn ‘The Art of Pastry Cooking’ from award winning pastry chef, Vincent Gadan, along with his team of experts at Patisse. Visitors will take part in a hands-on cooking class to learn the tradition of baking and more.
For more information and to book tickets go to www.tasteofsydney.com.au or phone Ticketek on 132 849