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Taste of Winter
Share Style Meals & Bottomless Beverages
No Bookings Needed
No Bookings Required at the Orchard for the Easter Long Weekend 2024
A Farmhouse Feast by the Fire | Multiple Dates This Winter
Saturdays: 28 June, 5 July & 12 July
Dinner from 6PM - 8pm | Bars & Live Music continue 'til Late
Join us at The Orchard for an unforgettable winter celebration under the stars.
Taste of Winter is a ticketed, long-table dining experience celebrating the season’s heartiest flavours, slow-roasted, soul-warming, and served share-style with warm country hospitality.
Gather your friends and cosy up beside crackling fire pits, with live acoustic music by Smith and Young, hearty farmhouse fare, and free-flowing drinks that warm you from the inside out.
The Details
What you get: Share Style Meals & Bottomless Beverages
When: Saturday 28 June, 5 July & 12 July | 6pm-8pm
Price: $79pp per person
The Feast
A generous share-style menu, crafted with local produce and winter comfort in mind:
- Housemade Garlic Focaccia
- Crispy Duck Fat Potatoes
- Oven-Roasted Farm Veg
- Creamy Mac & Cheese
- Rocket & Parmesan Salad
- Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder
- Rolled Porchetta with Crackling
- House Gravy & Spiced Apple Sauce
Bottomless Beverages – 2 Hours
Sip through a curated selection of seasonal favourites:
- Three White Wines & Three Red Wines
- Lager, Pale Ale, Porter & IPA on Tap
- Mulled Wine & Winter Sangria
- Soft Drinks
Add-Ons
+ Bottomless Cocktails ($49pp add-on)
For those feeling festive:
Espresso Martini • Margarita • Aperol Spritz
+ Sweet & Savoury Boards
Cheese Board for Two ($39 add-on)
A rustic selection of farmhouse cheeses, crackers, seasonal fruit, and preserves.
Serves 2.
Dessert Platter for Two ($39 add-on)
A rotating selection of three indulgent winter warmer desserts — perfect for sharing by the fire.
Serves 2.
With firelight flickering, Smith and Young playing into the night, and a feast full of winter flavour, Taste of Winter at The Orchard is your perfect country night out.
Seats are limited each night – book early to avoid missing out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the event start and finish?
The event begins at 6:00 PM sharp. The Bottomless Drinks Package runs for two hours, but the bars and live music will continue into the evening, so you’re welcome to stay and enjoy the atmosphere.
Is the food enough for a full meal?
Absolutely. The menu is served share-style and features generous portions of hearty, slow-cooked winter dishes. You won't leave hungry.
What if it rains?
We’ve got you covered — literally. The event includes undercover seating, and in the case of wet weather, we reserve the right to move the event into our air-conditioned farmhouse to keep everyone dry and comfortable. This is an all-weather event.
Is there parking available?
Yes. Parking is available both at the front and rear of the venue for your convenience.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
No, sorry. The Orchard is a fully licensed venue, so no BYO alcohol is permitted. Our Bottomless Drinks Package (and full bar) has you covered.
Are kids allowed?
This event is designed for adults and includes an alcoholic drinks package. If you'd like to enquire about specific age policies or family-friendly options, feel free to get in touch.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, seats are limited and this is a ticketed event, so we recommend booking early to avoid missing out.
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Frequently Asked Questions.
A delicious curated three course meal (shared style) with paired wines included for 2 hours.
The event is a 2 hour sitting, however you are more than welcome to stay on site after your event.
This is an adult only (18+ year’s) event.
Tickets are non-refundable. They can however be transferred to another person.
Unfortunately, no. Ticket sales will end 24 hours prior to the event unless sold out prior. Given the event interest, we expect each sitting to book out in advance.
This is an open seating event. If attending with others it is recommended, you arrive at the same time so you may be seated together.
If you have advised us at the time of booking, please identify yourself to the host prior to seating.
Smart casual attire.
Yes, we have plenty of onsite parking available, see parking map.
Yes, The Orchard is fully accessible.
No, The Orchard is non-smoking.
