
Celebrate Australia’s first flavours with legendary Bundjalung chef Mark Olive, acclaimed star of 'The Outback Cafe' and celebrity judge on SBS's 'The Chefs' Line', in a culinary and cultural journey at Adelaide Festival Centre on the banks of the Karrawirra Parri – Red Gum River.
Olive will showcase his 25+ years of expertise through a spectacular four-course dinner celebrating Australia's first flavours. In the spirit of Olive’s Sydney restaurant, Midden, the menu draws on his masterful fusion of native ingredients with contemporary cuisine, where each dish tells a story of land and culture.
Complementing the menu, Aboriginal-owned Munda Wines' Paul Vandenbergh will share carefully selected wine pairings, guests can also enjoy performances by local musicians and immerse themselves in the finest First Nations visual art presented by Adelaide Festival Centre’s OUR MOB.
Inclusions:
- Food: Four-course dinner
- Beverages: Soft drinks and four paired wines
- Additional items: Visual art exhibition and musical performance
- Accessibility
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This venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Age Suitability
- Ages 18 and up
- Runtime
- 4 hours
In partnership with
Performance Location: Banquet Room

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