Savour The Tweed is back, bigger, bolder and more delicious than ever! The Tweed’s signature food and drink event turns a spotlight on the producers for five flavour-filled days in October.
With over 30 events across The Tweed, the impressive program has been co-curated again by Chef Christine Manfield and food advocate Amy Colli. This year’s program spans everything from free, family friendly events to cooking demos, cultural experiences and lavish long lunches.
Culinary collaborations are the standout this year, with proud Bundjalung chef Mindy Woods, fresh from her World’s 50 Best accolade joins forces with Christine Manfield on opening night and Frank Camorra of Movida fame joins the crew at Bistro Livi for two delicious nights.
Here’s our top picks of the program:
Wednesday 22 October
Walking Together | Ancora
Be welcomed by Banaam cultural dancers and bunya nut rum cocktails from Birds of Isle as you enjoy three rolling courses prepared by Mindy Woods and Christine Manfield overlooking the Tweed River.
Thursday 23 October
A Taste of Spain in The Tweed | Bistro Livi
Frank Camorra of Movida Melbourne fame, joins the Bistro Livi team over two nights creating a Spanish inspired tasting menu in an intimate setting.
Friday 24 October
Thai Feast in The Tweed | Farm & Co
Farm & Co is the perfect setting for an indulgent long lunch and the team are busily growing chilli onsite in preparation for this spicy lunch in collaboration with acclaimed chef Martin Boetz, of Brisbane’s Shortgrain Restaurant.
The Natural World: Terroir & Taste | Natural Wine Shop & Bar
This new speakeasy style bar hidden in Burringbar is the magical setting for sophisticated sips of natural wine paired with Mediterranean bites prepared by Italian Chef Daniela Maiorano.
Pasture to Plate: An Artisan Pasta Evening | Woodland Valley Farm
As a long time fan of Woodland Valley Farm’s pasta and delicious pasta sauces, this behind the scenes look at regenerative farming with a wholesome two-course dinner, pasta masterclass and wines will be a real treat.
Saturday 25 October
Spring Tides & Terroir: Long Lunch | Tweed River House
Enjoy a month-long toast to good food and wine in one of the countries most exciting food destinations. Located just 2 hours from Sydney, Newcastle is the ideal foodie getaway. Browse the full program, purchase tickets here and plan your mini-break to Newcastle with alluxia.
Fire & Forage | Tropical Fruit World
Tropical Fruit World are pulling out all the stops with a celebration of flavour with a collaboration with Wal Foster, Agustin Gonzalez and Tropical Fruit World Chef Armando Enriquez Icaza for an open air long table lunch in the macadamia orchard.
Sunday 26 October
Mediterranean Island Lunch | No35 Kitchen & Bar
This year, No35 chef Dan Medcalf invites his mates Massimo Scalas from Salumi Australia and Rob Constanza from Nomadic Kitchen for a flavour-packed Sardinian seafood menu.
Girl Gang Chefs Collab Lunch | Pipit Restaurant
Industry leaders Ben Devlin and Yen Trinh, co-owners of Pipit Restaurant celebrate a Girl Gang chef collaboration by bringing together four young female chefs and four female local producers to create a memorable five-course menu.
Caldera Celebrations | Plantation House
Wind up a wonderful long weekend at the finale party with a Farm & Co takeover of Plantation House for drinks, snacks and DJs.
Savour The Tweed runs 22-26 October 2025, tickets on sale now here.
One day just isn't enough, make it a delicious long weekend with a stay with proud sponsor Halcyon House of view The Tweed accommodation.
