Ballina and Byron
May 2-4
Official opening: Community Breakfast at Mullumbimby Farmers Market
Join local residents, visitors, dignitaries and the odd celebrity at our official Harvest Festival opening at the award-winning Mullumbimby Farmers Market on Friday morning from 7am-11am.
Special guest and SBS celebrity chef, Katie White, will be cooking up her much-loved, plant-based creations using our finest, freshest local produce. We’ll start with a Welcome to Country and a few (anything but dry) speeches, allowing you plenty of time to wind your way through the over 75 producer stalls, showcasing the best of our region’s fresh produce, artisanal goods and global flavours.
This is your chance to meet local farmers and makers, enjoy live music and explore eight delicious food stalls featuring cuisines from around the world. Bring your kids. There’s plenty for them to explore as well!
Be there from 7am for all the fun.
This is a free event. Come for the food, meet the community and stay for the good vibes.
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The 2-day Harvest Trail winds through the picturesque hinterland, featuring a selection of the region's top producers such as Brookfarm, Lord Byron Distillery, The Farm Byron Bay and Zentveld’s Coffee, with more to be revealed.
The Harvest Hub takes place at the Moller Pavilion (Bangalow Showgrounds) on Saturday, May 3, from 11am to 4pm. Meet Paul West of River Cottage Australia TV fame, who'll be hosting a series of stimulating conversations with local growers and makers. Discover some of the region's best artisan producers, including Playing With Fire, Winding Road Distilling Co, the Australian Native Bee Company and Grumpy Grandma's Olives and Olive Oils, with more to be announced. Join a couple of hands-on cooking classes; enjoy a Zentveld’s coffee and devour a local Democracy Sausage on what is, after all, election day.
Long-table lunch
Join us for an unforgettable behind-the-scenes celebration at Summerland Farm, Alstonville, on Sunday, May 4. This exclusive long-table lunch is a culinary journey showcasing the best of Summerland's farm-grown macadamias and avocados, paired with expertly curated wines and a welcome cocktail.
This Harvest Festival feature event will be MC'd by Paul West (River Cottage Australia and ABC TV), in conversation with Summerland Farm's new Head Chef, Maurice Munoz Labart.
Indulge in a specially crafted three-course menu, with ingredients sourced within 50km of the farm, featuring:
- Artisan sourdough with macadamia oil and dukkah
- Rustic quiche with roasted butternut squash and goat's cheese
- Herb-roasted chicken with macadamia and raisin stuffing
- Slow-braised lamb shoulder with aromatic herbs and mint-kissed peas
- Decadent desserts, including blueberry tartlets with lavender cream
Date: Sunday, May 4th
Time: 12 midday for 12:30 seating
Location: Summerland Farm, Alstonville
Ticket price: $135 (includes a Winding Road Distilling welcome cocktail and paired wines)
Other drinks available for purchase
Free parking and disability access
Please wear footwear suitable for dining in an orchard
Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with our local farming community and enjoy exceptional food and wine. With very limited tickets available, secure your spot today!
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