2022 World Barista Championship
2022-09-27 - 2022-09-30 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Victoria, 3006, Australia
BREAKING NEWS: The World Barista Championship will return to Melbourne in 2022.
The coffee world will once again descend on Melbourne in 2022, when more than 60 national representatives vie for the title of World Champion at the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) from 27 to 30 September 2022.
Melbourne’s premier dedicated coffee expo will host the World Barista Championship and World Brewers Cup competition.
MICE was set to host the competitions in 2020, before the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted plans and international travel.
“We are thrilled to have secured these prestigious World Coffee Championships,” says MICE Show Director Lauren Winterbottom.
“We already knew Australia was a renowned coffee destination, and now we have the chance to share our coffee culture with a global audience.”
The preeminent international coffee competitions are produced annually by World Coffee Events, a subsidiary of the Specialty Coffee Association. Both competitions involve thrilling, time-restricted performances by the baristas on a stage in front of judges and a packed audience.
Each focuses on promoting excellence in coffee, advancing the barista profession, and engaging a worldwide audience.
While 2022 plans are now secure, MICE organisers have made the necessary decision to postpone its 2021 event following a spike in local case numbers and subsequent lockdowns around the country.
“We are devastated that we cannot proceed with our plans for MICE2021 as we had hoped,” Lauren says.
“After the past 18 months, we wanted nothing more than to get back to business and bring the industry together again. While expo plans have been delayed, we know that next year will be a huge celebration of the world coffee community coming together after three years a part.”
MICE is the largest dedicated coffee show in the Southern Hemisphere. More than 145 exhibitors fill the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition centre, demonstrating specialty coffee, technology, and trends. In 2020, exhibition stands sold out, and organisers are expecting similar demand for 2022.
“MICE launched in 2012 with the purpose of bringing the global coffee community together and that’s exactly what this world-class expo has done. It’s reinforced Australia’s contribution globally, and how much the show supports the growth of individuals, organisations, and the industry as a whole,” Lauren says.
“We are so thankful to our sponsors and exhibitors for supporting MICE despite the disruptions caused by the pandemic. We can’t wait to return with a big bang in 2022.”

Food Truck Carnivale - Point Cook
2022-12-02 13:00 - 2022-12-04 23:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Boardwalk Park Playground, 13 The Strand, Point Cook, Vic, 3030, Australia
Over 3 days in Point Cook we are combining our Food Truck Carnival with the colourful characters from The Connected Circus. This will truly be a family friendly event with Fire performances, Roving characters, Kids workshops and an open Circus space for all ages

Once again, for our Carnivale, it includes:
– 20+ of Victoria’s yummiest Food Trucks
– Live Music
– Fully Licensed Bar
– Carnival Rides
– Kids games/activities
– Workshops
– Roving characters
– Fire Performances
– Circue
– and more

Friday 5pm-9pm
Saturday 12pm-9pm
Sunday 12pm-9pm
Entry will be $5 per person with tickets now on SALE!!

Wine and Cheese Fest #10
2023-03-05 11:30 - 20:00 | The Timber Yard, 351 Plummer Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria, 3207, Australia
Wine & Cheese Fest #10
On Sunday 5 March 2023, Melbourne’s beloved culinary event, The Wine and Cheese Fest, returns for its TENTH iteration at the spectacular TIMBER YARD in Port Melbourne.
The main focus of the festival is to promote (and support) local boutique producers and bring their products from all corners of Victoria (and beyond) under one roof in one day, and ensuring this is done in an entertaining, fun, vibrant (and educational for some) atmosphere.
Victoria’s premier food and wine festival, Wine and Cheese Fest attendees will be able to experience FREE tastings of quality cheese and wine producers, learn the tricks of the trade in our FREE Master Classes, and enjoy great music in a fun and vibrant atmosphere. Not to mention watch or participate in our legendary GRAPE STOMP COMP!
All attendees will receive a Festival Glass to take home and a Festival Tote Bag that we encourage you to fill up with what’s on offer by the producers – making sure they don’t drive these goodies back to their farms, cellar doors and cheese factories.
Different types of tickets are on offer, varying from GA with our Festival branded outdoor stemless glasses, the always attractive Total Wine Indulgence packages for those with party in mind and the exclusive VIP tickets for those that want to try Museum type wines at the VIP only room.
You can Enter the Festival at 11.30am or 3.30pm and stay till 8pm, however, each entrance ticket will allow for 3.5 hours of FREE tasting in the indoor area. We encourage you to purchase artisan products, wines and cheeses to enjoy on the day in the picnic grassed area and to take some home.
The festival attracts a growing number of visitors each year – it is one of Melbourne’s must visit festivals for foodies. This will be an unmissable event – Be sure to pen this one into your diaries!
To avoid disappointments, book your tickets early as capacity is limited for each session. Based on past years experiences, a sell out event is always a possibility.
Wine and Cheese Fest
A true celebration of the senses

Meatstock Melbourne - 2023
2023-03-18 - 2023-03-19 | Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Road, Ascot Vale, Victoria, 3032, Australia
Meatstock

When: 18th – 19th March 2023
Where: Melbouren Showgrounds
Entry Cost: From $46.50
Visit Herb and Chilli Festival

With so much going on this summer, make sure you don’t miss out on all the amazing March Food Festivals 2023!

The Peninsula Picnic 2023
2023-03-25 11:30 - 19:00 | Mornington Racecourse, 320 Racecourse Road, Moorooduc, Victoria, 3931, Australia
Victoria’s most loved coastal celebration of the region’s top drops, produce and talent ascends on Mornington once more for the seventh edition of The Peninsula Picnic on Saturday 25 March 2023, offering social explorers the perfect opportunity to indulge in a stacked line-up of the Peninsula’s best.
A highlight on the social calendar, promising to be bigger and better than ever, the festival presents the ideal Saturday afternoon spent uncovering some of the area’s most favoured and beloved producers, growers and gourmet store owners as a selection of Australia’s leading live music acts serenade.
In true Peninsula Picnic form, music remains a feature, headlined by Aussie music royalty, The Temper Trap, poised to get revellers on their feet with their iconic panoramic pop/rock sound. Considered one of Australia’s best live acts, the indie band have performed globally on arena support tours, gracing the stages of Glastonbury, Lollapalooza and Coachella.
The Sweet Disposition crooners will be supported by acclaimed multi-ARIA Award winning acoustic troubadour Josh Pyke, folkesque indie-powerhouse Tia Gostelow, Queen Of Hearts Mariachi Band, and up and coming songwriter, Tahls.
The delectably diverse mix of sound will set the scene for true feast as local producers converge to deliver the ultimate foodie experience and expertise the Peninsula is renowned for.
Spotlighting the finest fare, spanning from Main Street, Mornington to Red Hill, Sorrento to Fingal, the sea-salted surrounds of Mornington Racecourse will welcome culinary delights from Red Gum BBQ, DOC Mornington, Lorida, The Rocks Mornington, and St Andrews Beach Brewery.
No stranger to fine wines, The Peninsula Picnic will boast a selection of the region’s most acclaimed wineries sure to satisfy curious connoisseurs, including Montalto, and Paringa Estate. For those seeking more satiating spirits, JimmyRum and Bass and Flinders Distillery will be on site for tastings, in addition to St Andrews Beach Brewery, serving crisp pours.
Young picnickers can also relish in the day, with kids’ arts and crafts, lawn games, and range of interactive entertainment on offer to spread the fun and excitement right across the grounds.
Various dessert and market stalls from local artisans provide the perfect complement to the day’s celebration of local produce and Australian artists, all situated in leafy surrounds just minutes from the picturesque Port Phillip Bay.
Proudly supported by T’Gallant and Matilda Bay Brewery, The Peninsula Picnic is the pinnacle of Peninsula food, wine and music gatherings, beckoning event goers to get friends and family together and pack their best picnic rug to head to Mornington for a day of gourmet play.

Sour, Funk & Wild Beer & Food Festival - July 2023
2023-07-22 11:30 - 21:30 | Meat Market, 1-7 Blackwood St, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051, Australia
ALL INCLUSIVE TICKETS!
Tickets include 60mL tasters of all 44 festival beers
In a much-anticipated return, Blobfish Beer Festival is back at North Melbourne’s iconic Meat Market.
Like the Blobfish itself, sour, funky and wild beers emerge from the depths of the beer scene – intriguing, slightly obscure, somewhat unknown but always exciting. Get set to sip a diverse range of sours, saisons, barrel-aged brews, fruity concoctions and rare small-batch runs from 22 breweries across Australia and New Zealand.
Tickets include 60mL tasters of all 44 festival beers from all 22 breweries, a Blobfish branded festival glass and a festival tasting guide.

WHAT TO EXPECT
As well as a sour beer extravaganza, the festival will feature:

Rattenhund Bar – chill out and sip palate cleansers
Natural Wine, Mezcal & Cocktail Bar – curated by one of Footscray’s favourite bars, Mr West
Entertainment – DJs spinning tracks to keep the vibe
Carwyn Cellars – Get yourself some takeaways at the bottle shop
Pie Thief – arguably Melbourne’s favourite pies (including vegan and vegetarian options)
Oyster Bar – Two buck shuck!
Dingo Ate My Taco – The taco’s you’ve been waiting for!

Smokestack BBQ – American style bbq with a ‘wild’ twist

PARTICIPATING BREWERIES
Beerfarm – BentSpoke Brewing Co – Black Arts Brewers and Blenders – Boatrocket Brewers & Distillers – Bridge Road Brewers – Deeds Brewing – Felons Brewing Co – Garage Project – Ida Pruul – La Sirène Brewing – Ministry of Beer – Molly Rose Brewing Co – Rocky Ridge Brewing Co – Sailors Grave Brewing – Site Fermentation Project – Slow Lane Brewing – Sobremesa Fermentary & Blendary – Stomping Ground Brewing Co – The Barrel Farm – Van Dieman Brewing – Wildflower Brewing & Blending
HOW DO I GET THERE?
Tram
Tram 19 – Alight at Haymarket (stop #9)
Trams 58 and 59 – Alight at Royal Melbourne Hospital (stop #14)
Train
Flagstaff Station – 15 minute walk
Melbourne Central Station – 15 minute walk
North Melbourne Station – 20 minute walk
Bus
Bus 402 – Courtney/Wreckyn St stop
Bus 401 and 403 – Royal Melbourne Hospital stop
Parking
Meat Market recommends utilising public transport options when visiting the venue. We have no public parking available on site. The surrounding area has limited permit, metered and timed on-street parking. Nearby hospitals have limited parking available for a fee
WHAT DO I BRING?

Please bring a copy of your ticket, either printed or on your mobile to show at the entry
The festival is strictly 18+ only, so please bring proof of age

Thank you to our partners & sponsors.

Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival
2023-10-27 16:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-28 12:00 - 23:00, 2023-10-29 12:00 - 22:00 | Golden Square Car Park, 217 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival
Dates: Friday 27th – Sunday 29th
Location: Golden Square Car Park, 217 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Cost: Free
Tacos and Tequila! Experience an explosion of flavours at the Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival. This vibrant celebration of all things Mexican offers a culinary adventure like no other. From tantalizing street tacos to mouthwatering churros, the festival’s food offerings promise to transport attendees straight to the heart of Mexico. Mark it on the calendar, foodies, and savour an authentic taste of Mexico’s rich culinary heritage.
The festival’s entertainment program is another part to look forward to – including DJs, live music, dance and various artists!
VIP Tickets are also available for $40 and includes face painting, priority bar service, a mexican hat, priortiy entry to the beer garden and other special bonuses!

Sri Lankan Festival Melbourne 2024
2024-04-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Queen Victoria Market, 513 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Sinhala and Tamil food and culture in a day filled with laughter, incredible food and immersive cultural experiences built on the rich heritage of Sri Lanka.
This joyful celebration is a community gathering that brings together the vibrant spirit of Sri Lanka. Indulge in some of Sri Lanka’s favourite foods, be mesmerised by cultural performances, and groove to the beats of talented musicians in an exciting day of free family fun.
Prepare your taste buds for an epic culinary journey from top-notch food trucks like Taka Taka to beloved market traders like Drums Cafe with their family recipes and traditional flavors. A paradise for food lovers, delight in mouthwatering kottu roti, deviled chicken, hoppers and more.

Home Cooking Show
2024-07-05 10:00 - 17:00 | 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne, 3006., 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne, 3006, Australia
Welcome to The Home Cooking Show – where culinary enthusiasts come together to celebrate the art of home cooking and explore flavors from around the world! Join us for three immersive days packed with interactive cooking demonstrations, tastings, and meet & greets with master chefs and influencers.
With general admission starting at just $19, experience our Flavors of the World stage featuring live demonstrations from major food influencers, and the Creative Kitchen Stage where you can learn insider tips to elevate your cooking skills. Don’t forget to indulge in our Wine & Cheese Alley for the perfect pairing.
In 2024, our Super Theatre and Creative Kitchen stage will showcase acclaimed influencers and chefs taking you ‘around the world’ with their ‘Flavors of the World’ demos. Learn authentic Indian cuisine from the dynamic duo ‘Twin Indians,’ winners of My Kitchen Rules 2023, or delve into Chinese cooking with the legendary ‘Wolf of Wok Street,’ Vincent Yeow Lim (@dimsimlim).
For aspiring home cooks, don’t miss the chance to showcase your skills in the ‘Home Cook Challenge’ and shine in front of a live audience.
Stay tuned for more activities, exhibitors, and experts as we continue to enhance the event. Visit Home Cooking Show for updates and ticket information. Join us on this flavorful journey of discovery and inspiration!

St Kilda Gin Festival
2024-09-13 08:00 - 2024-09-15 17:00 | St Kilda Town Hall, 99a Carlile St, St Kilda, VIC, 3182, Australia
The Gin Festival at the Timberyard has proven so popular that now we have, another gin festival! Can’t say we’re disappointed. With 30 Aussie craft distillers and over 120 unique gins to get you nice and… happy, attendees are promised an extraordinary experience. Book your three-hour tasting session for unlimited gin tastings, and a bunch of goodies to take home. Don’t worry, when hunger strikes, they’ve got your foodie belly covered!

Wine & Vine Festival
2024-09-14 08:00 - 2024-09-15 17:00 | The Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia
Oh, look! Wine & Vine is over the whole weekend this year. That’s what we like to see. Time to devour delectable cheeses, sip on worthy wines and even meet the makers. Don’t forget their bold beers and sample-icious cidars(?). Ok, we’ll end the alliteration now. Tickets sell out for this one so even though it’s two days, don’t wait or you’ll be high and dry!

Tidal Seafood Festival
2024-09-20 08:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 | San Remo, Victoria, Australia
It’s time to dive into the Tilda Seafood Festival again and this year, it’s even bigger. And we mean that literally. They’ve taken over more space to bring us more seafood offerings, more food trucks, and more stalls. Why, thank you (sea)food gods! Oh, and they are making it easier to get there too with offsite parking and a minibus shuttle. It makes sense, who wouldn’t want to ‘sea’ food and eat it too? We’re so punny.

Heathcote Wine and Food Festival
2024-10-05 08:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Heathcote Showgrounds, Caldwell St & Chauncey St, Heathcote, Victoria, 3523, Australia
Ah, an iconic event on the Aussie foodie calendars. Did you know that over 4,000 people gather annually for this one? You do now. Be the first to taste the region’s major new-release wines, straight from local vineyards. But now just any wines, winners in international and national competitions! And of course, there are plenty of local foods to enjoy. With plenty of kids entertainment, this is another family event, so it’s a weekend getaway, packed with flavour and fun. How can you say no to that?

Oktoberfest in the Gardens 2024
2024-10-12 13:00 - 21:00 | Catani Gardens, Catani Gardens, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182, Australia
Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest in the Gardens festival is back in Melbourne, the city which propelled the event to the national behemoth it is today. Last year, the event relocated to the picturesque waterfront setting of Catani Gardens in St Kilda. Melbourne has cherished Oktoberfest in the Gardens for over a decade – and we’re excited for this new chapter in its storied history.
Inspired by a love of the traditional Bavarian festival and great bier, Oktoberfest in the Gardens features colossal beer halls, authentic German food stalls, roving performers, thrill rides, sideshow alley, silent discos, and an eclectic mix of entertainment and on-stage competitions across multiple stages throughout the afternoon and evening. You’ll be able to taste your way across Europe with a large selection of imported German beer, cider, wine and a range of other beverages.
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration, Australia… Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, 31 July 2024.
With year-on-year sold-out shows and record-breaking sales in 2023, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Indian Festival
2024-10-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Queen Victoria Market, 513 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
It’s time to spice up your life again with the Indian Festival. This epic annual event is back again so lose yourself in flavours, colours, aromas and all things delectable. From the butteriest of butter chickens, and the chai-est of steaming cups of chai, gotta taste them all! While you’re there, check out the stalls bursting with spices, textiles and crafts. I’m so there!

Asia Oasis Street Food Festival in Melbourne
2024-10-24 08:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | Alexandra Gardens, Melbourne, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia
Melbourne munchmasters and festival fanatics, get hyped for the ultimate taste adventure. With culinary masterpieces passed down from generation to generation, and authentic decorations from barley huts to Hui An lanterns, there is so much to taste and plenty to keep you entertained.

Kingston Food and Wine Festival
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Kingston Show Grounds, 54 Church Parade, Kingston, Victoria, 3364, Australia
Need a family-friendly day out? Then head to the Kingston Food and Wine Festival.
Taste wines, cocktails and brews from over 30 regional producers. Indulge in the local gourmet delights with a picnic lunch.
And don’t worry, the kids will be busy too, with arts and crafts activities, face painting and even roving circus performances.
Wait, did I say kids? You can enjoy that stuff at any age, right?

Polish Festival
2024-11-10 | Federation Square, Corner of Swanston and Flinders Streets, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Get ready to feast at the Polish Festival!
This year is extra special because the festival is celebrating 20 years! Pierogi is so tasty, that you’ll want a stash for later. Kabanosy sausages that’ll have you Oliver Twisting in your seat to beg for more. Got a sweet tooth? Try tracking down some Paczki doughnuts. Save some for us! Come hungry, leave… rolling out the door.

Arriba Melbourne Mexican Festival
2024-11-22 16:00 - 23:00 | Victoria
Enjoy some delicious authentic Mexican Flavours, culture and fun!
you’ll be entertained by DJ’s, Live music and a great atmosphere. Bring your family and friends along to enjoy this Mexican Extravaganza. Free entry
22nd November 4pm – 11pm
23rd November 1pm -11pm
24th November 1pm – 10pm

Peninsula VineHop Festival 2024
2024-11-30 11:00 - 19:00 | The Briars, 450 Nepean Highway, Mount Martha, Victoria, 3934, Australia
Think of VineHop as a craft drinks tour on a festival scale!

Join us for VineHop 2024 on Saturday 30 Nov. Set across seven stunning Mornington Peninsula venues, VineHop showcases 30+ local craft beverage producers (wineries, breweries, cideries and distillers), all offering tastings of their favourite products. Add to that live music, DJs, food trucks and various transport options (which make getting around easy!), and you’ve got an epic day out!
Choose between a range of ticket options to play your day the way you wish:

Shuttle tickets (North or South Shuttle) include access to four venues on a hop-on-hop-off style bus.
Festival Hub @ The Briars ticket is for those wanting to visit just one venue. This is our largest venue, with more bars, more food and a real festival vibe.
Private Bus and GA tickets for those wanting a more exclusive experience. Visit any of the 7 venues on your own schedule.

All ticket options include tastings. VineHop 2024 is an 18+ event!
This year, due to a change in the shuttle format there are fewer tickets, so get your crew together and sign up to our VIP list for first access to tickets before they sell out!
All tickets go on sale to VineHop VIPs – 12noon, Friday 5 July. Remaining tickets on sale to everyone else – 12noon, Monday 8 July.

Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Market
2024-12-06 16:00 - 2024-12-08 17:00 | 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne, 3006., 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, Melbourne, 3006, Australia
Ring in the festive season at the Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Market. With over 150 artisan producers of treats, wine, and gourmet gifts, this market will get all your bells jingling. Indulge in all the foodie feasting while you search for out-of-the-ordinary Christmas delights. They have everything from gourmet hampers to the perfect gifting wines. And yes, gifting yourself is definitely allowed. In fact, we encourage that here!

Jamaican Music and Food Festival
2024-12-07 11:00 - 21:00 | Seaworks, Nelson Pl, Williamstown, VIC, 3016, Australia
The Jamaican Music & Food Festival is a huge celebration of roots music, culture & real Jamaican food. It features world-class DJs and sound systems Four bars and the best Jamaican food Australia has to offer. Tickets on sale NOW at jmff.com.au/tickets, full line up and International headliners soon to be revealed.
