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SUMMARY:Australian Producer Showcase by Straight To The Source - Celebrating ICD
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER \nInternational Chefs Day\, Australian Producer Showcase – Limited Spots Available\nPresented by Straight To The Source    \nDon’t miss this special evening hosted by Tawnya Bahr and Christopher Thé\, bringing together food professionals\, producers and chefs for a genuine paddock-to-plate conversation. \nJoin us at Hearthe Bakery & Café for a deliciously informative showcase of Australian producers\, where you’ll hear directly from the people behind the ingredients – what they grow\, how they grow it\, and why it matters. \nThis is more than just a tasting – it’s a chance to reconnect with the origin of food\, enjoy meaningful conversations\, and experience the produce through curated tastings and beverages in a relaxed setting. \n🗓 Monday 20 October 2025\n📍 Hearthe Bakery & Café\, Stanmore NSW\n⏰ 6:00pm – 8:00pm \nSpots are limited – secure your place early\n \n\n  \nAbout Christopher Thé and Hearthe \nBest known as the creator of the iconic Strawberry Watermelon Cake and founder of Black Star Pastry\, Christopher Thé has returned to his roots in Sydney’s Inner West with his latest venture – Hearthe. \nHearthe is a thoughtful blend of heart\, art\, earth and Thé’s own name\, reflecting his philosophy of cooking with care and creativity. Located in Stanmore\, Hearthe showcases sweet and savoury creations that celebrate native Australian ingredients and sustainable techniques. \nThrough traditional preservation methods and a deep respect for local produce\, Christopher continues to shape a uniquely Australian food story – one that’s both innovative and deeply connected to place. \n\n  \nAbout Straight To The Source\nLeaders in their field\, Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon bring unrivalled knowledge and insight into Australia and New Zealand’s foodservice and gastronomic landscape. \nWith award-winning experience across cheffing\, restaurant management\, education and project delivery\, they understand every stage of the food supply chain – from product development and strategy to procurement\, kitchen prep and front-of-house service. \nTheir strength lies in turning that experience into real-world value for food businesses. Backed by deep community ties and a practical\, hands-on approach\, Tawnya\, Lucy and the team at Straight To The Source make it their business to share knowledge\, open doors\, and create opportunities for chefs\, producers and food professionals alike.
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/australian-producer-showcase-by-straight-to-the-source/
LOCATION:Hearthe Bakery & Cafe\, 16 Douglas Street\, Stanmore\, NSW\, 2048\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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SUMMARY:ACT: Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge
DESCRIPTION:ACT Tuesday 29th July\nCanberra Institute of Technology Woden\, Callum Street\, Phillip\, 2606.\nConvenor Ivonne Nathan  0409 260 372
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/act-secondary-schools-culinary-challenge/
LOCATION:CIT Woden Campus\, Callum Street\, Phillip\, ACT\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Competitions
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SUMMARY:ACT: National Apprentices Competition Dates
DESCRIPTION:Australian Capital Territory\n\nDate: Monday\, 28th July | Venue: CIT Woden Campus\, Callum St\, Phillip\nConvenor: Ivonne Nathan |\nContact: 0409 260 372
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/act-national-apprentices-competition-dates/
LOCATION:CIT Woden Campus\, Callum Street\, Phillip\, ACT\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Competitions
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250621T083000
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SUMMARY:NSW ACT & Regions: Farmers’ Market Tour with Straight To The Source
DESCRIPTION:Explore the stories behind the stalls\nJoin us for a one-hour walk through Northside Produce Market with Tawnya Bahr – chef\, educator\, and passionate advocate for good food and local producers. \nAs you stroll through the market\, Tawnya will introduce you to some of the region’s most passionate growers and makers. You’ll hear their stories\, learn about the process behind their produce\, and discover how local and seasonal ingredients can shape your winter menu. \nEach attendee will receive a complimentary coffee to enjoy during the tour\, and each young chef will take home a seasonal produce bag to keep the inspiration going in their own kitchens. \nHosted by Straight To The Source\, this is a relaxed and enriching way to reconnect with the people behind the food. \n🗓 Saturday 21 June 2025 | 8:30am – 9:30am\n📍 Northside Produce Market\, North Sydney\n🎟 Free\, but bookings essential. Priority given to ACF Members. \n  \n  \n\nTawnya Bahr\nTawnya Bahr is a leading food expert\, executive chef and founding partner of Straight To The Source. With more than two decades of foodservice experience\, she’s known for connecting chefs with producers and deepening the understanding of where food comes from. \nA passionate advocate for Australian producers\, Tawnya has spent years championing them through seasonal farmers’ market tours\, professional development programs and food industry events. \nLe Cordon Bleu trained\, she’s also a culinary judge\, mentor\, restaurant reviewer\, and active committee member of the Australian Culinary Federation. Her contributions to the industry have earned her multiple awards\, including Culinary Advocate of the Year (Gault&Millau\, 2018) and TAFE NSW’s Excellence in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (2017). \nTawnya brings warmth\, insight and genuine connection to every experience she leads – and her market tours are a favourite among chefs for good reason.
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/nsw-act-regions-farmers-market-tour-with-straight-to-the-source/
LOCATION:Northside Produce Markets\, 220 Miller Street\, North Sydney\, NSW\, 2060\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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SUMMARY:NSW ACT & Regions: Griffith: Food Study Tour
DESCRIPTION:Griffith Food Study Tour\n🗓️ 19–21 May 2025 | 🚍 Tour departs daily from Quest Hotel Griffith | 👩‍🍳 An immersive\, hands-on learning experience \nGriffith isn’t just a regional town—it’s a powerhouse of Australian food production. This 3-day food study tour is your chance to explore the people\, produce and places that make the Riverina region so important to our industry. \nFrom almonds to Murray cod\, citrus to cotton\, Griffith is overflowing with producers and stories worth discovering. This is a tour designed to be educational\, hands-on and delicious. \nTour Highlights:\n✔️ Whitton Malt House & Southern Cotton Gin – Learn how local grains and cotton shape both food and farming in the region. Enjoy a guided tour\, local wine\, and dinner featuring regional produce.\n✔️ Aquna Sustainable Murray Cod – Discover the sustainable farming methods behind Australia’s favourite freshwater fish.\n✔️ Mandolé Orchard – Experience almond milk and butters at their freshest\, and see what sustainable\, award-winning farming looks like in action.\n✔️ Morella Grove – Wander through the olive groves and taste premium oils while hearing about the region’s farming history.\n✔️ Griffith Food Precinct – From delis to restaurants\, explore the main street and meet local operators shaping Griffith’s reputation.\n✔️ Calabria Family Wine Group – Visit the cellar door and taste why Griffith is one of the unsung heroes of Australian wine. \nEach day starts and ends at Quest Hotel Griffith\, with a private bus taking care of transport around the region. \nDates:\n🚌 Monday 19 May – Wednesday 21 May 2025 (concludes 12pm) \nInclusions:\n– Bus transport around Griffith (Mon–Wed)\n– Lunch and dinner (Mon–Tues)\n– All tours and tastings \nCosts:\n– ACF Member: $800\n– Non-Member: $900\n– Young Chefs: $750 \nTransport to/from Griffith and accommodation at own cost.
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/nsw-act-regions-griffith-food-study-tour/
LOCATION:Quest Hotel Griffith\, 53 Railway Street\, Griffith\, NSW\, 2680\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Food Tour
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SUMMARY:NSW: Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Region Dates 2025\n\n\n\n\n\nNew South Wales Tuesday 15th April\nWilliam Angliss Institute\, 11 Bowden St\, Alexandria\, 2015.\nConvenor Julio Azzarello 0413 588 366
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/nsw-secondary-schools-culinary-challenge/
LOCATION:William Angliss Institute\, 11 Bowden Street\, Alexandria\, NSW\, Australia
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SUMMARY:History of Australian Chocolate: A Culinary Journey at Lydham Hall with Adam Moore
DESCRIPTION:Date: April 6th\nLocation: Lydham Hall\, Historic House Tour and History of Chocolate \nStep back in time and indulge in the fascinating history of Australian chocolate! 🍫✨ \nJoin Adam Moore for an insightful journey into the evolution of Australian chocolate. This Masterclass will cover the rich history of the Australian chocolate industry\, exploring its diverse products and the lasting impact on the nation’s chocolate culture. Young chefs will gain insights into the unique properties of chocolate and its application in the culinary arts. \nThe day begins with a guided tour of Lydham Hall\, a historic house established in the 1880s. As the home transforms into a museum and café\, participants will step into the past\, visiting the 1880s kitchen and learning how chocolate made its way into Australian kitchens. An informative lecture on the history of Australian chocolate will follow the tour. \nWhat’s Included: \n\nGuided Tour of Lydham Hall and the 1880s kitchen\nMasterclass on the History of Australian Chocolate\nMorning Tea in the Hall’s presentation room\nArrival Time: 10:30 AM\nLight Lunch Included\nCost:\n \n\nYoung Chefs (Under 25 FREE)\nMembers: $20 (Payable on the day)\nNon-Members: $30 (Payable on the day)\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unique blend of history\, culture\, and culinary exploration! \n🎟️ Limited Spots Available! \n \nAbout Adam Moore\n \nMasterclass Host\n Adam Moore is a highly respected corporate chef\, public speaker\, TV presenter\, and award-winning innovator with a career spanning over three decades. Known for his leadership in the culinary world\, Adam has worked with renowned companies such as ACCOR Hotels\, Mars Australia\, and Kraft Heinz\, and has contributed to the development of over $300 million worth of new products. \nAs the newly elected Young Chef Mentor for NSW\, ACT & Regions\, Adam is passionate about guiding and inspiring the next generation of chefs. He is also a Certified Executive Chef (CEC) and a member of the Australian Institute of Food Scientists. \nBeyond his culinary expertise\, Adam is dedicated to humanitarian causes\, having raised over $7 million for various charities and serving as a National Ambassador for Cure Cancer and RUOK?. He is also a well-known advocate for mental health\, drawing from his own personal journey of weight loss\, having shed over 80kg. \nWith a legacy of inspiring others through his work in food science\, innovation\, and community efforts\, Adam continues to shape the future of the culinary industry while mentoring young chefs and chefs in need of guidance. \n\nA Nestle Professional Young Chef Initiative
URL:https://www.austculinary.com.au/event/history-of-australian-chocolate-a-culinary-journey-at-lydham-hall-with-adam-moore/
LOCATION:Lydham Hall Historic House and Museum\, 18 Lydham Avenue\, Rockdale\, nsw\, 2216\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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