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FOOD AND WINE EXPERIENCES IN SYDNEY AND NSW Tantalise your taste buds with delicious food and wine experiences in Sydney and throughout regional NSW. Sydney Food and Wine Experiences 4 Pines Brewing Company, Manly Overlooking Manly Wharf, 4 Pines is the largest independently Australian- owned brewery in Sydney brewing handcrafted beers on-site. The brewery tour is hosted by a qualified beer expert and guests can sample five international award-winning handcrafted brews. 4 Pines also operates venues at Brookvale and Newport. Tel: +61 2 9976 2300 (Venue) www.4pinesbeer.com.au AAT Kings - Aussie Farm, Food and Wine Trail, Hawkesbury This unique full-day tour is exclusive to AAT Kings. The full-day tour visits a fruit orchard and Tobruk, an authentic farmstay, only 70-minutes’ drive from Sydney. Tour highlights include a tractor ride, picking stone fruits (November to January), making damper and billy tea over a campfire and seeing a sheep muster and sheep shearing demonstration. An authentic Aussie lunch is served before the tour continues to Tizzana Winery for wine tasting and cheese. This tour departs twice a week from Sydney. Tel: +61 2 9028 3518 (Inbound Sales) www.aatkings.com Dave’s Brewery Tours, Sydney and suburbs Sydney’s only specialist microbrewery and beer tour operator offers behind-the-scenes experiences. Guests can taste, smell and learn everything about brewing good beer. Departing daily from the Sydney CBD, tours range from three-hours to full-day, all-inclusive tours of the Northern Beaches, Inner West & Sutherland Shire. Tours include beer and cider tastings, transport in an air-conditioned bus, snacks or lunch and bottled water. Dave’s now also offers beer and wine tours to the only city based production winery. Tel: +61 481 162 820 www.davesbrewerytours.com.au Dave's Pub Walks, The Rocks and Balmain Dave's Pub Walks operate in The Rocks and Balmain. The Rocks Pub Walk introduces visitors to some of the area's oldest pubs, its alleyways and cobbled streets where they’ll enjoy a drink at four local pubs. Tours are offered three times per day and depart from Endeavour Taprooms in The Rocks. The 2.5-hour Balmain Pub Walk explores the streets and the stories of this Inner West neighbourhood, visiting three iconic pubs along the way. Tours depart every Saturday from the East Village Hotel on Darling Street, Balmain. An optional meal can be added to either tour. Tel: + 61 420 244 756 www.davespubwalks.com.au 4 Pines Brewing Company Image courtesy of 4 Pines Brewing Company Sheep Muster, Aussie Farm Food and Wine Image courtesy of AAT Kings Dave’s Brewery Tours Image courtesy of Dave’s Brewery Tours Dave’s Pub Walks, The Rocks Image courtesy of Dave’s Pub Walks Current as at 1 April 2017

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FOOD AND WINE EXPERIENCES IN

SYDNEY AND NSW

Tantalise your taste buds with delicious food and wine experiences in Sydney and throughout regional NSW.

Sydney Food and Wine Experiences

4 Pines Brewing Company, Manly Overlooking Manly Wharf, 4 Pines is the largest independently Australian-owned brewery in Sydney brewing handcrafted beers on-site. The brewery tour is hosted by a qualified beer expert and guests can sample five international award-winning handcrafted brews. 4 Pines also operates venues at Brookvale and Newport.

Tel: +61 2 9976 2300 (Venue) www.4pinesbeer.com.au

AAT Kings - Aussie Farm, Food and Wine Trail, Hawkesbury This unique full-day tour is exclusive to AAT Kings. The full-day tour visits a fruit orchard and Tobruk, an authentic farmstay, only 70-minutes’ drive from Sydney. Tour highlights include a tractor ride, picking stone fruits (November to January), making damper and billy tea over a campfire and seeing a sheep muster and sheep shearing demonstration. An authentic Aussie lunch is served before the tour continues to Tizzana Winery for wine tasting and cheese. This tour departs twice a week from Sydney.

Tel: +61 2 9028 3518 (Inbound Sales) www.aatkings.com

Dave’s Brewery Tours, Sydney and suburbs Sydney’s only specialist microbrewery and beer tour operator offers behind-the-scenes experiences. Guests can taste, smell and learn everything about brewing good beer. Departing daily from the Sydney CBD, tours range from three-hours to full-day, all-inclusive tours of the Northern Beaches, Inner West & Sutherland Shire. Tours include beer and cider tastings, transport in an air-conditioned bus, snacks or lunch and bottled water. Dave’s now also offers beer and wine tours to the only city based production winery.

Tel: +61 481 162 820 www.davesbrewerytours.com.au

Dave's Pub Walks, The Rocks and Balmain Dave's Pub Walks operate in The Rocks and Balmain. The Rocks Pub Walk introduces visitors to some of the area's oldest pubs, its alleyways and cobbled streets where they’ll enjoy a drink at four local pubs. Tours are offered three times per day and depart from Endeavour Taprooms in The Rocks. The 2.5-hour Balmain Pub Walk explores the streets and the stories of this Inner West neighbourhood, visiting three iconic pubs along the way. Tours depart every Saturday from the East Village Hotel on Darling Street, Balmain. An optional meal can be added to either tour.

Tel: + 61 420 244 756 www.davespubwalks.com.au

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Sheep Muster, Aussie Farm Food and Wine Image courtesy of AAT Kings

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Dave’s Pub Walks, The Rocks Image courtesy of Dave’s Pub Walks

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Local Eyes Sydney, Northern Beaches

Local Eyes Sydney offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy an Australian Cooking Experience. Visit a local food market and enjoy a day with Sydneysiders in their private home preparing and enjoying a delicious lunch using local and Indigenous Australian ingredients for a truly memorable, tasty and authentic local experience.

Tel: +61 2 9907 6620 www.localeyessydney.com

My Detour, Sydney and suburbs My Detour offer a full-day Foodie Detour with two different touring options: sightseeing with a foodie twist or the ultimate foodie experience. Travelling in My Detour’s classic Australian vintage cars, these tours visit locals’ favourite cafes and visit some of Sydney’s foodie hotspots – with opportunities to go ‘behind the scenes’, meet the makers and hands-on experiences such as roasting your own coffee

Tel: +61 2 8399 3483 www.mydetour.com.au

Nurtured Tours, Sydney and suburbs Based in Sydney, these unique tours focus on health, well-being and beauty in nature. The tours vary from visiting essential oil farms to Australian health and well-being manufacturers where guests can buy health and well-being products direct from the manufacturers. Options include Shopping Tours, Food and Wine Tours, and technical visits to educational institutions, companies and local government areas. Tours can be conducted in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean and Arabic.

Tel: +61 2 9552 9967 www.nurturedtours.com.au

Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay The ‘Tour and Tasting’ package offers a tour of the Sydney Opera House and a delicious tasting plate at Opera Kitchen, home to some of Sydney’s best contemporary dining. The Sydney Opera House offers two packages that merge world-class performances with a guided tour and dining options to create the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience. The Red Carpet Package allows guests to indulge in fine dining options and the Starry Nights Package provides a casual dining option. The Opera Bar is perfect for a pre-show cocktail and Bennelong Restaurant is now included in the special Performance Package.

Tel: +61 2 9250 7250 www.sydneyoperahouse.com/visit/tours.aspx

Sydney Seaplanes, Rose Bay Sydney Seaplanes offer a collection of Fly & Dine packages combining scenic flights with lunch at several of Sydney’s waterside restaurants or a secluded beach picnic. In 2016, Sydney Seaplanes opened a new terminal, the Empire Lounge, Australia’s first purpose-built seaplane terminal that is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With full waterfront views, free Wi-Fi, an extensive wine selection and fresh Australian seafood, the Empire Lounge is perfect for a pre-flight drink, long lunch or function.

Tel: +61 2 9388 1978 www.seaplanes.com.au

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Sydney Opera House

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Taste Cultural Food Tours - A Taste of Chinatown This three-hour walking tour through Sydney's bustling Chinatown offers a slice of history and culture alongside its culinary delights. The Asian-Aussie story of migration and settlement is explained using the area’s well-known icons and artworks. Sample flavours from the different regions of China, Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines, before taking part in a traditional tea-house ceremony. Tours run on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday; private tours are also available. This tour is offered in partnership with Intrepid Urban Adventures.

Tel: +612 417 206 323 www.tastetours.com.au

The Sydney Connection, Sydney and suburbs The Sydney Connection curates dining walks in Sydney’s inner-city precincts, including Surry Hills, Darlinghurst and Potts Point. Accompanied by owner-operator and local guide Maree Sheehan, the walks suit visitors looking to go where the locals go, for inspiring food, good service and cool designs. Between two and 10 guests can join each walk; four venues are included with a course and matching wine at each venue. Dining walks depart Tuesday to Thursday and Saturday evenings with return Uber transfers included from inner city hotels.

Tel: +61 435 050 367 www.thesydneyconnection.com.au

Two Feet & a Heartbeat, Sydney and suburbs Two Feet & a Heartbeat deliver walking tours in Sydney, Kings Cross, Darlinghurst and Oxford Street. Passionate guides introduce visitors to Sydney's culture, history, art, food and beverage scene in a fun, relaxed and conversational manner. Tours include: Sydney With Conviction (discover the backstories and histories of the city); When Rum Ran The Rocks (step back to a time when rum was a currency on this tour that visits pubs, but is not a pub tour); Eat Drink Walk (explore the small bar scene); Kings Cross (learn about notorious figures); and LGBT Sydney (gain insights into one of the world's great gay and lesbian cities). Two Feet & a Heartbeat represent Intrepid Urban Adventures locally. All tours are branded as Sydney Urban Adventures.

Tel: + 61 8 6143 4620 www.twofeet.com.au

Ultimately Sydney, Sydney and suburbs Packed with personality and flavour, Ultimately Sydney’s scheduled small group tours provide a real taste of Sydney. The tours visit diverse neighbourhoods, meet Sydneysiders and sample the multicultural flavours that have shaped the city. Tours include the Gourmet Inner West and Gourmet East tours. Private tours can be tailored to incorporate iconic food experiences including everything from the Sydney Fish Markets to Harry’s Cafe de Wheels, plus exclusive hands-on and behind-the-scenes experiences.

Tel: +61 407 903 162 www.ultimatelysydney.com.au

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Sydney Dining

360 Bar and Dining, Sydney The highest restaurant in the southern hemisphere rotates ensuring 360 degree views of Sydney. The cuisine is modern Australian with a refined French influence. Located in the heart of the city, at the top of Sydney Tower Eye, 360 Bar and Dining is a member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 8223 3883 www.360dining.com.au

Adria Bar Restaurant, Darling Harbour Located at The Promenade, Cockle Bay Wharf, Adria offers flavours of the Adriatic including seafood dishes, spit roasts, pastas and other specialties. A member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/adria

Botanic Gardens Restaurant, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney This picturesque restaurant offers open-air dining in exquisite garden surroundings for FIT travellers and exclusive catering for groups. The menu is a fresh twist on Australian cuisine matched by professional and friendly service. A member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 9241 2419 www.botanicrestaurant.com.au

Centennial Homestead, Centennial Park Centennial Homestead boasts elegant dining rooms, sun-drenched decks, outdoor terraces, floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive views of the park. A member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 9380 9350 www.centennialhomestead.com.au

Cyren Bar Grill Seafood, Darling Harbour On the water’s edge at Darling Harbour with beautiful city skyline views, Cyren offers the freshest seafood and top quality Australian steaks. A member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.cyrenrestaurant.com.au

Hard Rock Café Sydney, Darling Harbour The Hard Rock brings classic American dining to Darling Harbour with its 500-seat restaurant. Legendary burgers, ribs, and salads are served with milkshakes and classic cocktails in true Hollywood style. The restaurant is decked out with celebrity memorabilia and famous faces on the walls.

Tel: +61 2 9280 0077 www.hardrock.com/sydney

I’m Angus, Darling Harbour This waterfront steakhouse at Cockle Bay Wharf has an enviable reputation for its premium quality steaks and extensive selection of fine Australian wines. I’m Angus is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/im-angus

Botanic Gardens Restaurant Image courtesy of the Trippas White Group

Centennial Homestead Image courtesy of the Trippas White Group

Fresh Oysters Image courtesy of Nick’s Restaurant Group

I’m Angus Wine Display Image courtesy of Nick’s Restaurant Group

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Nick’s Bar and Grill, Darling Harbour Located at King Street Wharf offering fresh seafood, a selection of Mediterranean chargrills and waterfront dining for up to 500 people. Nick’s Bar and Grill is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/nicks-bar-grill

Nick’s Seafood Restaurant, Darling Harbour Located at Cockle Bay Wharf offering a delectable seafood dining experience with panoramic ocean views of Darling Harbour. Nick’s Seafood Restaurant is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.nicks-seafood.com.au/venue/nicks-seafood

O Bar and Dining, Sydney Open for lunch and dinner, O Bar and Dining revolves 47 floors above the city streets offering 360-degree views plus contemporary Australian cuisine. The Salon Privé provides private dining for up to 28 seated guests.

Tel: +61 2 9247 9777 www.obardining.com.au

Pilu at Freshwater, Freshwater Beach Overlooking Freshwater Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Pilu at Freshwater encapsulates the essence of beachside dining. Celebrating more than 12 years in business, the restaurant is renowned for its authentic, contemporary regional Italian cuisine, accomplished service and stellar wine list. Now visitors can learn more about the food and wine at this award-winning restaurant through a series of experience packages. Meet the chef or the sommelier, capture the moment with a photograph, learn about the outstanding wine list and the produce-inspired menu while enjoying indulgent dining and the beach views.

Tel: + 61 2 9938 3331 www.pilu.com.au

Portside Sydney, Circular Quay Discover one of the Sydney Opera House's best kept secrets, where you can relax harbour side with uninterrupted views. Portside Sydney is a new food concept offering both grab and go options from the inside bar for pre-theatre goers, champagne, cocktails, wine and beers and a family friendly main menu offering children’s meals, for those who want to enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner while looking over Sydney's famous harbour front. A member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 8023 7600 www.portsidesydney.com.au

Stacks Bar Restaurant, Darling Harbour Located at Darling Quarter, Stacks Bar Restaurant boasts a large ‘cook your own’ grill and dedicated bar as well as an extensive à la carte menu including pizzas, steaks and Mediterranean-inspired share plates. Live bands or DJs provide entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings. Stacks Bar Restaurant is a member of Nick’s Restaurant Group.

Tel: +61 2 8281 1166 www.stacksbar.com.au

Nick’s RestaurantImage courtesy of Nick’s Restaurant Group

Kingfish, Pilu at Freshwater Image courtesy of Pilu at Freshwater

Dessert, 360 Bar and Dining Image courtesy of Trippas White Group

Stacks Taverna Image courtesy of Nicks Restaurant Group

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Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay Set on the Lower Concourse of the Sydney Opera House, Opera Kitchen offers some of the best views of Sydney Harbour from waterside tables. The Opera Bar is perfect for a pre-show cocktail while Bennelong Restaurant under the sails of the Opera House offers pre-and post-theatre meals as well as fine dining and chef’s table experiences with one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, Peter Gilmore, at the helm.

Tel: +61 2 9250 7250 www.sydneyoperahouse.com/visit/our_eateries.aspx

Sydney Tower Buffet, Sydney Sydney Tower Buffet is a contemporary banquet style restaurant with 360-degree views of Sydney. It provides a relaxed dining environment, an extensive menu and uninterrupted views of the city. Guests can sample food from a range of cuisines including succulent fresh seafood, modern Australian, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Thai, with more than 40 freshly prepared dishes on offer. A member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 8223 3800 www.sydneytowerbuffet.com.au

The Pavilion, The Domain The Pavilion offers a leafy outlook, an outdoor terrace and decks, as well as views of the city skyline. Open for breakfast and lunch six days a week, the restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine using the best seasonal produce while the kiosk serves light meals with outdoor seating overlooking the Domain. A member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 9232 1322 www.pavilionrestaurant.com.au

Waterfront Restaurant, The Rocks Boasting awe-inspiring views, the Waterfront Restaurant offers the finest harbour-front dining with views to the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Set in a former sandstone warehouse in The Rocks, the Waterfront combines the charm of the past with its modern Australian seafood menu. Open for lunch and dinner daily, the restaurant has a choice of indoor and outdoor dining options including several private function rooms. Waterfront Restaurant is a member of the Dockside Group.

Tel: +61 2 9247 3666 www.docksidegroup.com.au/restaurants/waterfront

Wolfies, The Rocks Nestled in an original sandstone storehouse in the historic Rocks precinct, Wolfies is situated on the harbour’s edge and offers breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Innovative Australian cuisine includes prime Hereford beef and fresh Australian seafood with attentive service. Wolfies provides an exceptional dining experience within walking distance from all Sydney CBD hotels and transport. Wolfies is a member of the Dockside group.

Tel: +61 2 9247 3666 www.docksidegroup.com.au/restaurants/wolfies

Sydney Tower Eye

The Pavilion Image courtesy of the Trippas White Group

Waterfront Food Image courtesy of Dockside Group

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Regional Food and Wine Experiences

Central Coast

Bells at Killcare, Killcare Heights This distinctive and romantic boutique resort is just over an hour’s drive north from Sydney and is home to a world-class, multi-award winning restaurant offering an exciting program of seasonal food and wine events year-round.

Tel: +61 2 4349 7000 www.bellsatkillcare.com.au

Hunter Valley

Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard and Cellar Door, Pokolbin Located in the foothills of the scenic Brokenback Ranges, this family-run vineyard produces award-winning Semillon. Visitors can see the collection of original wine-making equipment in the museum, stay overnight in the self-contained cottage and chat with the winemaker (by appointment). A member of Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia.

Tel: +61 2 4998 1866 www.audreywilkinson.com.au

Dave’s Brewery Tours and Pub Walks, Hunter Valley This Sydney-based operator has two new tours for lovers of beer.

Although famed for its excellent wine, the Hunter Valley is one of the best places to explore craft beers. The Hunter Valley tour is an immersive experience that allows guests to touch, taste and smell as they learn all there is to know about brewing beer. Tours include beer and cider tastings, transport by air-conditioned bus, lunch, snacks and bottled water. They depart every Saturday and Sunday from Hunter Valley Gardens in Pokolbin.

Meanwhile, Dave’s Pub Walks offers a personalised walking tour through Newcastle’s small bars, pubs and breweries. Guests explore the history, character and atmosphere of the city through its rejuvenated food and drink scene stopping for beers and bites at four venues along the way. The three-hour tours are all inclusive and depart Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Queens Wharf.

Tel: +61 481 162 820 www.davesbrewerytours.com.au

Gourmet Getaway Tours, Sydney to Hunter Valley The Ultimate Hunter Valley day tour has an experienced guide and chef who cooks on location and serves matching wines. Before departing Sydney, the tour heads to Sydney Fish Markets to buy fresh supplies, followed by a freshly-cooked breakfast beside the picturesque Hawkesbury River. Visit three vineyards where dishes such as fresh sushi, antipasto, barramundi and kangaroo are prepared and expertly paired with delicious local wines at the cellar door. Groups are limited to 10 to ensure a personalised experience and include return transfers from Sydney hotels. Private charter tours are available on request.

Tel: +61 416 139 567 www.gourmetgetawaytours.com.au

Bells at Killcare, Central Coast

Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, Pokolbin

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Hunter Valley Private Tours, Rothbury Departing from the Hunter Valley, these scheduled tours have a maximum of seven guests and include some of the Hunter’s tastiest treats - wines, olives and chocolates. A full-day touring option includes a gourmet lunch while private touring options can be tailored to suit individual interests.

Tel: +61 411 204 142 www.huntervalleyprivatetours.com.au

Hunter Valley Resort, Pokolbin The Hunter Valley Resort offers comfortable accommodation, country hospitality and a wide range of food and wine experiences in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Experiences include the Hunter Valley Candy School, a 90-minute candy-making workshop; the Hunter Valley Cooking School, featuring hands-on cooking classes with the Executive Chef; and the Hunter Valley Wine School that provides an informal education on local wines. The Hunter Valley Wine Theatre allows visitors to learn about the winemaking process outside the wine-producing season. New experiences in 2017 include the Hunter Valley Beer School, Grape Stomping and Binnorie Cheese Dairy. Represented by Australian Attractions. Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions) www.hunterresort.com.au

Wild Ride Australia, Pokolbin Visitors can cruise through the vineyards on the back of a Harley-Davidson motorbike or trike. Tours begin from Sydney or the Hunter Valley and can be tailored to individual requirements.

Tel: +61 2 9623 8338 www.wildride.com.au Wine Country Tours, Pokolbin Wine Country Tours offer small group and private charter touring of the vineyards from Sydney or from Hunter Valley accommodation. Travelling with a local, visitors will enjoy morning tea, lunch, private cellar tastings.

Tel: +61 2 9484 0477 www.winecountrytours.com.au

Hunter Valley day tours departing Sydney AAT Kings Tel: +61 2 9028 5182 www.aatkings.com

AEA Luxury Tours

Tel: +61 2 9971 2402 www.aealuxury.com.au

Activity Tours Australia Tel: + 61 2 4227 9902

www.activitytours.com.au

Australian Luxury Escapes Tel: +61 2 9980 8799 www.australianluxuryescapes.com

Beautiful Tours Australia Tel: + 61 447 250 355 www.beautifultoursaustralia.com Colourful Trips Tel: +61 2 9318 0853 www.colourfultrips.com.au Mount ’N Beach Safaris Tel: +61 2 9439 3010 www.mountnbeachsafaris.com.au

Boutique Tours Australia Tel: + 61 2 9436 1333 www.sydneyboutiquetours.com.au Gray Line Australia Tel: 1300 858 687 (Australia only) www.grayline.com.au Zepher Tours Tel: +61 406 757 295 www.zephertours.com.au

Wine on ice, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Resort Image courtesy of Hunter Valley Resort

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Wine tasting Image courtesy of AEA Luxury Tours

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Blue Mountains Bygone Beautys, Leura Home to the world’s largest private collection of teapots, Bygone Beautys gives visitors the chance to enjoy silver service Traditional High Tea or the popular Devonshire Tea in the tea rooms.

Tel: +61 2 4784 3117 www.bygonebeautys.com.au

The Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains, Medlow Bath The Hydro Majestic Hotel sits on the escarpment overlooking the Megalong Valley in the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. The property includes the elegant Wintergarden restaurant (traditional high teas and gourmet dinners with breathtaking views); the Boilerhouse Cafe (all-day casual dining); and the Hydro Majestic Pavilion (an interactive history centre and provedores’ showcase). The Salon du Thé features a Shanghai-chic tea room and bar, with a refined Asian-inspired menu and a range of cocktails and wines. A member of the Escarpment Group Blue Mountains.

Tel: +61 2 4782 6885 www.hydromajestic.com.au

The Lookout, Katoomba Located in the World Heritage Plaza at Katoomba, The Lookout features a restaurant, cafe and wine bar. The restaurant serves locally-sourced and Indigenous produce, NSW beer, wine and cider, with an à la carte menu offered to FITs and a banquet style menu for groups. The Lookout is a member of the Trippas White Group.

Tel: +61 2 4782 3653 www.thelookoutechopoint.com

Port Stephens

Cookabarra Restaurant, Bobs Farm Cookabarra Restaurant offers tours of their on-site barramundi fish farm and hydroponic vegetables followed by a freshly-prepared meal using local ingredients. Tours run twice daily.

Tel: +61 2 4982 6740 www.cookabarra.com.au Murray's Brewery and Port Stephens Winery, Bobs Farm Set on 14 hectares of lush vineyards, Murray's is the only working winery and brewery in Port Stephens and specialises in quality seasonal local and regional food. Tours are conducted daily. Murray’s is represented by Australian Attractions. Tel: +61 2 8251 0078 (Australian Attractions) www.murraysbrewingco.com.au

The Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains Image courtesy of The Escarpment Group Blue Mountains

The Lookout Image courtesy of Trippas White Group

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Murray's Brewery

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North Coast

Catch a Crab, Tweed Heads Fish the beautiful Tweed River, sample fresh oysters from the farm, pump for yabbies and watch the experts catch and cook a feisty mud crab. The three-hour tour departs daily.

Tel: +61 7 5599 9972 www.catchacrab.com.au

Tropical Fruit World, Duranbah Visitors can sample fresh tropical fruits, enjoy a guided plantation safari, or take a boat cruise to the on-site fauna park to see farm and native animals.

Tel: +61 2 6677 7222 www.tropicalfruitworld.com.au

Tweed Endeavour Cruises, Tweed Heads Enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the Tweed River and Terranora Lakes on a relaxing cruise. Join Tweed Endeavour Cruises’ professional crabber in his customised vessel as he searches for the region’s famed mud crabs. The Pot to Plate Adventure is a personalised 90-minute add-on which is included in the Crabs and Yabbies Tour. Guests haul in the crab pots, sample freshly-shucked oysters at an oyster farm, walk on a deserted island and capture wonderful photos. The guide and master crabber then prepares crab for the freshest lunch ever. Tel: +61 7 5536 8800 www.goldcoastcruising.com

Southern Highlands

Farm Club Australia, Moss Vale Located near Moss Vale in the Southern Highlands, Farm Club is a family-owned agritourism business, featuring farm-stay experiences, a cafe and a farm shop. Farm Club produces grass-fed Angus beef, lamb, free-range pork and eggs. Accommodation ranges from country homestead and cottages to a bunk house.

Tel: +61 2 4883 4664 www.farmclubaustralia.com.au

South Coast

South Coast Seaplanes, Moruya Scenic charter flights and customised seaplane travel are the best way to experience the unspoilt natural beauty of the NSW south coast. By following the pristine waterways of the region, South Coast Seaplanes offer visitors a unique perspective and a fascinating insight into its vibrant culture and history. A range of flight packages and special adventures are available to visitors, including a Gourmet Picnic Tour and Southern Coastline Tour with lunch at the Narooma Quarterdeck Seafood Restaurant. Tel: +61 409 568 568 www.southcoastseaplanes.com.au

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The Illawarra Brewery, Wollongong The Illawarra Brewery serves locally brewed beers next to a popular beach in Wollongong, less than two hours south of Sydney by train. With a bar and a restaurant, The Illawarra Brewery offers a range of award-winning handcrafted beers, beer tasting in a relaxed environment, delicious food and splendid views of the ocean.

Tel: +61 2 4220 2854 www.thebrewery.net.au

VIP Private Tours, Batemans Bay to Eden VIP Private Tours offer visitors the opportunity to explore the unspoilt beauty of the Eurobodalla region on the NSW South Coast, two-hours’ drive from Canberra. The private guided tours are conducted in a luxury minivan for one to six people for either a half- or full-day. Guests can sample produce on a local farm, savour fresh oysters, shop for local arts and crafts, see native wildlife or soak up the relaxed lifestyle at the beach. Tours can depart from Sydney, Canberra, Moruya, Merimbula or Eden. An optional local produce restaurant lunch or picnic can be added to any full-day tour.

Tel: +61 437 143 477 www.viptours.net.au

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Current as at 1 April 2017