Taste of Sydney, the foodie event of the summer, is returning to Sydney this March 11-14, 2010 even bigger and better than last year. Sydney’s top chefs, the finest artisan producers and discerning gourmands will be mingling in the beautiful surrounds of Centennial Parklands.
The hardest decisions at Taste of Sydney will be what to eat and where to head! Where else can you sample an entrée from Marque, a main from Aria and a dessert from Bécasse? At Taste of Sydney, discover a tasting menu of 50 dishes from the city’s finest restaurants. Over 4 days, Centennial Parklands is transformed into a culinary haven where visitors will have the opportunity to dream up their ultimate degustation menu while discovering fine wines and specialty food and drink at the Taste Producers Market.
Taste Kitchen
Watch the professionals in action. Sydney’s award-winning chefs will conduct cooking demonstrations, sharing the secrets of their favourite dishes and offering tips and advice for those who are serious about food.
Want to know the tricks of the trade from the experts? This is where to do it.
Purveyors will also be on hand to unveil the latest food trends and talk about where to source the best produce.

Taste Sydney 2009
Join one of the many featured chefs for a chat over a glass of wine and canapes. Find out how Mark Best of Marque Restaurant began his career and quiz Giovanni Pilu of Pilu at Freshwater on where he finds the best seafood. Perhaps Miguel Maestre of El Toro Loco will reveal the secret to a good sangria.
Taste Wine
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced wine connoisseur, polish your palate with the wine experts, wine producers and sommeliers at this showcase of the best red, white, sparkling and dessert wines.
Sessions include a Chandon sparkling masterclass, pinot at 10 paces and sommelier showdown.
Producers’ Market
More than 100 food and drink stalls will be dotted around the park showcasing wine, beer, meats and many other speciality foods. Suppliers include McGuigan Wines, Pukara Estate Olive Oil, Movenpick of Switzerland, Bultarra Saltbush Lamb, Yarra Valley Dairy and Sparkle Cupcakery.
World-class cuisine
Mini kitchens from 16 restaurants will serve miniature versions of their award-winning dishes, some traditional favourites and enticing new offerings.
Celebrity chefs
Many chefs wear more than one hat these days, spreading their talents to television shows and writing books. Among the famous faces will be Aria’s Matt Moran and Guillaume Brahimi, who heads up Guillaume at Bennelong.















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