Sample Food Festival
A Taste Of Northern New South Wales
Sample a taste of Northern New South Wales, is the premier food event for Northern NSW. It takes place on the 1st Saturday in September at the Bangalow Showgrounds, in the Byron Bay hinterland.
Since our debut festival in 2011, farmers, producers, chefs and a whole range of creative individuals from all corners of the region, have come together to share their wares, their passion and their knowledge. Each year foodies from far and wide have the opportunity to “sample” the best food and beverage, Northern New South Wales has to offer. The region’s top restaurants compete for the coveted “Gold Fork” awards and collaborate on a special luncheon.
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Sample Food Festival 2018 presented by the Gold Coast Airport will be held 8am – 4pm at the Bangalow Showgrounds on Saturday 1st September 2018. $5 entry (kids free) $5 & $10 restaurant tasting plates. Over 150 local producers and lifestyle exhibitors.
Sample Food Festival 2018 presented by Gold Coast Airport
FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY / STYLING WORKSHOP
Whether you are a beginner or already confident with your camera, this workshop will help you build your confidence and create stunning food images.
Fab Ladies Wine Soiree
The Fabulous Ladies Wine Society is hosting a sensational five course menu matched perfectly with Irvines Wines at the luxurious Byron at Byron.
EAT YOUR WORDS
Learn how to develop ideas that food editors will love and craft compelling stories for publication with food and travel journalist Justin Bergman.
Sample Festival Lunch
The tradition “Sample Lunch” at the Bangalow Showgrounds, menu by Shannon Bennett & the Vue de Monde Team
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The cornerstone of our Sample Program, Tasting Plates from the region’s Top Restaurants, Celebrity Guests, over 150 Producers and Lifestyle Exhibitors.
2018 Sponsors
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Sample Food Festival News
Industry Partner Spotlight | The Kitchen Shelf
For all kinds of foodies... The Kitchen Shelf is the Northern Rivers premier kitchen supply store with a comprehensive range of commercial cookware fit for the home too. We are honoured to announce them as our industry partner for Sample Food Festival...
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Accommodation options for Sample Food Festival 2018
Sample Food Festival 2018 presented by Gold Coast Airport is fast upon us and our accommodation partners have your accommodation needs covered for this year's festival. Sample Food Festival will be held on Saturday 1st September 2018 8am - 4pm at the...
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From paddock to bottle – Husk Distillers
Pictured above: The Messenger family, the driving force behind Husk Distillers- Australia’s only agricole rum distillery and paddock to bottle rum distillery. Photo Credit (first three images featured): Fran Flynn Photography We are thrilled to have...
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AUSTRALIAN MACADAMIAS – Photo Comp and Instameet are back!
Capture some macadamia inspired photos from Sample Food Festival 2018 presented by Gold Coast Airport for your chance to win $1,000 cash! This year, entries for the Australian Macadamias photo competition can include snaps from all or any of the delicious...
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CHEF SPOTLIGHT – Michelle Wright | Bangalow Hotel
Sample Food Festival 2018 presented by Gold Coast Airport is thrilled to announce its partnership with the Bangalow Hotel for the 2018 event. Byron Bay local Michelle Wright is the head chef at the Bangalow Hotel and has gained a sterling reputation for her stunning...
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Announcing For The First Time Ever
SAMPLE FOOD FESTIVAL 2018 presented by GOLD COAST AIRPORT Sample Food Festival is proud to announce Gold Coast Airport as the Presenting Partner for our eighth annual festival to be held from Thursday 30th Aug - Saturday 1st Sept 2018. Gold Coast Airport...
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