Delighting locals and visitors alike from October 30 Savour The Tweed is the newest food and drink event on the north coast and will celebrate with five days of flavour filled days inspired by Tweed produce and agritorusim.
The program, from October 30 to November 3, features over 20 events showcasing the Tweed’s gourmet offerings and those who bring them to life from proud Bundjanlung chef Mindy Woods and Bundjalung elder Uncle Franc to Fins Steve Snow and co-curator, chef, and author Christine Manfield.
‘This is a fantastic partnership between Tweed Shire Council and the Tweed Tourism Company designed to promote Tweed tourism,’ said Tweed Shire Mayor as Savour the Tweed was launched yesterday at Plantation House.
‘It is a key investment that showcases our incredibly strong food and beverages and is a great opportunity to celebrate all the great food and drinks created in this region. Council has been working to preserve our food bowl and this exciting food tourism and agri-tourism event showcases the diversity of the region. Personally, as a commercial food producer of Davidson’s plums, to know your product, that you’ve put your time and energy into is being showcased is really rewarding.’
Co-curator Christine recognised the importance of diversity and inclusion in the event and will explore a deeper connection to Country by creating a Welcome to Country Dinner with chef Mindy Woods that celebrates ancient foods and traditions in a modern setting.
‘We will be celebrating what represents this region at its best,’ said Christine.
‘This is a way that we connect our farmers, fisherpeople and producers to our restaurants and hospitality industry events like chef collaborations. It gives everyone a chance to come together and see what they can offer that is different to their everyday routines. It revitalises the way you look at food.’
Savour The Tweed will have everything from ‘Just ask Jason’ (the executive chef at Raes on Wategos) at the Murwillumbah Farmers Market, and delicious dining experiences to the kids cooking workshop on Saturday and the yarning circle and Jubei Chillid Crab Fest with Uncle Franc.
‘Food is important for us as it is about celebrating the fresh produce fresh from the bush, estuaries, and ocean,’ explained Leweena Williams, CEO of the Tweed Byron Land Council.
‘Food is the language of love – the way we talk about food is in family groups, households, and community. Food for us is also a form of trade and is a significant part of our community for example you might swap mud crabs for oysters or pippies. But also for community members who can no longer get out and collect food others will collect it and share it with them.’
You can find out more about Savour The Tweed’s delicious opportunities at www.visitthetweed.com.au/savourthetweed.
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