What's On

There is so much on offer at the Portside Food and Wine Fest.  Receive your very own passport on entry which will make as a great companion as you make your way around the tastes of the world.

As you stop at each booth or marquee sample the different foods and wines and get your passport stamped.  The passport will turn into a great keepsake of your experiences. 

To purchase your own passport, you can do so online by clicking the below link.  Alternatively, you can purchase tickets in person at the Information Centre,
City Hall on Kent Street or on the day at any of the marked entry points.

 

OFFICIAL PROGRAMME       |       PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS

 

James Reeson Cooking Demonstrations 
presented by Port Residence Restaurant
Alive and Cooking's very own James Reeson will be starring at the Portside food and Wine Fest where he will be giving two cooking demonstrations on how to treat your taste buds with fresh food and how to have fun in the kitchen.  He will also be meeting and greeting all the foodie enthusiasts out there, so don't miss your chance to meet James in the flesh!

One Seasonal Ingredient 3 Ways
with Coast Restaurant
Learn how to use Zucchini in 3 ways, great tips on how to be creative with this locally grown vegetable.

Fraser Coast Seafood Demonstration
with Coast Restaurant Head Chef, Nick Street-Brown
Nick will take you through, step by step, a dish using local ingredients to showcase the best of Fraser Coast has to offer.

Something Sweet Demonstration
with Coast Restaurant Pastry Chef, Krista Graham
Krista will show you how to create a simple dessert at home with that WOW factor that will be sure to impress guests at your next dinner party!

Bush Tucker Talk and Taste
presented by Kingfisher Bay Resort
Discover the delights of our native bush as Fraser Island’s Kingfisher Bay Resort presents Bush Tucker Talk and Taste. Sample a selection of foods in their natural, raw state and discover how to use them to create sensational cooked dishes.

Gluten and Grain Free Demonstrations
Join Tania Hubbard from the Gluten Free Grain Free Company and learn all about cooking gluten and grain free creations.

Portside Pub Tour
Fancy a tale and a yarn in a historic pub?  Join our relaxed guided walking tour of three Portside Historic Pubs.

Entertainment

Al Davies

Frank Benn

The Shake

Every 30mins

James Squire Tales and Ales
One on one experience with Queensland's very own Craft Beer Ambassador Andrew Gowdie.  Sample 3 of James Squires boutique beers and match them with some gourmet food.

Internationl Wine Sessions
with Dan Murphy's
Experience the taste of wines from Italy, France and Spain as Dan Murphy's Fine Wine Specialist takes you on a world wide journey.

Hourly

Homebrew Competition
Proudly sponsored by Hervey Bay Homebrew

All Day

Little Green Thumbs
This is a fun and educational gardening experience for your kids!  With the green mobile gardening trailer, every child will have the opportunity to plant their own seeding to take home and care for.

Junior Chef
Kids are going to have a blast testing out their skills in the kitchen.  Dessert is on the menu with every child having the chance to decorate their very own cupcake to enjoy!

Bacardi Cocktail Bar
First 200 visitors to the Bacardi Bar will receive a free cocktail - either a Mojito or Pina Calada.

Whats on the menu?
Stroll through the park and discover some amazing food on offer to buy.

Wine Tastings
Sample a number of Queenslands best wines located throughout the park.

Mary River Cruise   River Marina, Wharf St Maryborough
Join 'Captain Denis' and his crew aboard 'The Mary' for a relaxing cruise along the Mary River.  Enjoy sailing past stately heritage homes and historic buildings and see the wildlife that inhabit the river. During the cruise an informed commentary will explain the history and points of interest on the voyage.

Muddy Waters Cafe   71 Wharf St Maryborough
Enjoy absolute river front dining at Muddy Waters Cafe.  You'll discover exceptional cuisine at this fully licensed Cafe/Restaurant.

Port Residence Restaurant   133 Wharf St Maryborough
Port Residence Restaurant is inspired by a fusion of traditional French and European to modern Australian and Asian flavours, varying between all nationalities.

Gusto Restaurant and Bar    Brolga Theatre, Cnr Walker & Lennox Sts Maryborough
Gusto Restaurant prides itself on providing the freshest ingredients available and the finest food.  Every item is carefully chosen and prepared on our premises to consistently deliver high quality catering.