[explore] [taste] [experience] the Gympie region
EAT
MONTH
Gympie Region
local
GourMAY 2017
1867 ~ 2017
Destination
Gympie Region
Visit gympieregionalproduce.com.au or phone 1300 307 800 for more information about events and activities during Eat Local Month
Calendar of Events Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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Gympie Town Centre Growers Market p7
Gympie Town Centre Growers Market p10
Gympie Town Centre Growers Market p7
Gympie Town Centre Growers Market p10 Honey Talk p12
Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative Dinner and Forum p15 Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative Summer School p15
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Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative Summer School p15
Gympie District Show p12
Gympie District Show p12
Rainbow Beach State School – Open Kitchen Garden p13
Saturday
Sunday
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Gympie Garden Expo p8
Gympie Garden Expo p8
Goomborian Groove p9
Paella in the Paddock p10
Strawberry Trail p9
Gympie Museum Markets
Dagun Growers Markets
Imbil Country Markets
Cooloola Cove Community Markets
Kilkivan Railway Markets
Widgee Markets
Strawberry Trail p9
Paella in the Paddock p10
Rosella Festival p10
Cuppa and Cuddles at Camelot p11
Dagun Growers Markets
Lazy Sunday Lunch p11
Goomborian Memorial Hall Markets
Gympie Southside Markets
Rainbow Beach Markets
Imbil Country Markets
Widgee Markets
Kilkivan Railway Markets
Strawberry Trail p9
Paella in the Paddock p10
Gympie District Show p12
5 Chef’s Long Table Lunch p13
Dagun Growers Markets
Gympie Museum Markets
Tin Can Bay RSL Markets
Imbil Country Markets
Kilkivan Railway Markets
Strawberry Trail p9
Paella in the Paddock p10
Goomeri Pumpkin Festival Dinner Dance p14
Picnic in the Paddock p13
Dagun Growers Markets
Gympie Southside Markets
Goomborian Memorial Hall Markets Rainbow Beach Markets
Goomeri Pumpkin Festival p14 Imbil Country Markets
Kilkivan Railway Markets
For up to date information about these and other events happening during GourMAY in the Gympie Region, go to www.gympieregionalproduce.com.au or follow @GympieRegionalProduce on Facebook
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Welcome
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Welcome to the Gympie Region and to a celebration of our finest food, events and experiences as we celebrate Eat Local Month during GourMAY. The Gympie Region is a vibrant contributor to Queensland’s food and agribusiness sector. Our residents enjoy an enviable
The signature event of Eat Local Month
lifestyle in a region with unsurpassed beauty and a wealth of Mayor Mick Curran
natural attractions from the ocean to the hinterland. Eat Local Month is an opportunity for our residents,
businesses and visitors to celebrate and experience all that the region has to offer. Eat Local Month runs across the month of May with enormous amounts of events and activities catering to all ages and tastes. The event calendar will be constantly updated, so visit the News section of gympieregionalproduce.com.au to find out more. Welcome to the Gympie Region and prepare to have your taste buds tempted.
Whether you’re a home cook, backyard barbecuer or professional chef, I invite you to join me in exploring the incredible array of produce and food related events that the Gympie region offers as part of Eat Local Month. As the Gympie region’s official Food and Food Tourism Ambassador I’ve had the privilege of discovering some of the best seafood, beef, poultry, fruit, vegetables, nuts, oils and associated products you will ever taste in the Gympie region. Driving through the pristine countryside with the car laden
Gympie Region Food and Food Tourism Ambassador Matt Golinski
with fresh produce, en-route to a local event or perhaps to enjoy a few nights’ R&R in one of the region’s many accommodation houses is the definition of happiness. Then there are the cafes and restaurants to explore. Come and join me for Eat Local Month and the many other food and tourism related events held throughout the year. Don’t forget to tell them that Matt sent you!
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Saturday 27 May
www.eventbrite.com.au/5-chef-long-table-lunch
see page 13
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Throughout the month of May restaurants in the Gympie Region will be displaying the Gympie Gold Regional Produce symbol on menus and signature GourMAY dishes that celebrate the theme of
EXPLORE | TASTE | EXPERIENCE local food in the Gympie region.
Gympie Town Centre Growers Market 3 and 17 May
The Gympie Town Centre Growers Market is launching Eat Local Month and celebrating in style! Wednesday 3 May will see Matt Golinski conduct cooking and produce demonstrations, giveaways and more! Enjoy a relaxed, boutique shopping and food experience at a true growers market right in the heart of Gympie. This boutique farmers market features produce and products grown and produced in the Gympie Region and highlights members of the Gympie Gold Regional Produce network of producers and food related businesses. Take a break; get outdoors and get to know the farmers who grow your food. Cost:
FREE
Time:
7am to 12pm
Where:
Memorial Park, Gympie Town Centre
Information: www.gympieregionalproduce.com.au
This is your chance to support local farmers, producers, value-adding and food businesses in the Gympie Region in true farm to fork fashion . www.gympieregionalproduce.com.au 6
Gympie Town Centre Growers Twilight Market 10 and 24 May
Gympie Town Centre Growers Market will be getting a little special during Eat Local Month with twilight markets where you will find your favourite farmers and some delicious food and beverages to enjoy onsite or take home for dinner. Cost:
Free
Time:
3pm to 6pm
Where:
Cnr Jaycee Way and River Road, Gympie
Information: Visit www.gympieregionalproduce.com.au
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Gympie Garden Expo 6 - 7 May
Brimming with ideas and educational advice for home
Goomboorian Groove 6 May
Spend the day visiting the Goomboorian area just 15km to the east of Gympie. Three working farms will be open today, providing farm tours, delicious food and farm shop sales.
gardeners of all ages. Join garden gurus Annette
Enjoy the iconic macadamia nut at Lindols Macadamias. Tour this working farm and taste
McFarlane and Tom Wyatt who will be offering practical
the variety of nut products available.
tips on home organics and seed saving to help you get
See, taste and smell the lemon myrtle at Purity Essential Oils. A great selection of
the most out of your garden. Remember to bring along cuttings for a special Q&A. Experience the wonder of orchids with Queensland’s largest and most spectacular display. Horticulture green
organically grown essential oils and beauty products made on farm. Enjoy the pleasure of a sweet strawberry at Cooloola Berries. Farm shop sales of berry products and café.
thumbs present the best of Gympie’s potted plants and
Cost:
Gold coin donation
you can also visit a range of inspirational gardens in
Time:
9am to 4pm
the region. Spend the day exploring the huge variety of
Where:
Lindols Macadamias, 1565 Tin Can Bay Road, Goomboorian
market stalls, while the kids keep busy at Kids Korner,
Purity Essential Oils, 428 Tagigan Road, Goomboorian
using all things found in the garden.
Cooloola Berries, 856 Tagigan Road, Goomboorian
Sunday comes alive with Compost Corner focusing on
Information: Please wear closed in shoes, bring a hat and sunscreen, and respect the family farm you visit. No bookings required
sustainability in our community. Paul Plant is hands on with plants to improve your soils, creating the perfect compost and fantastic edible plants. Zela Bissett focuses on fibre plants and practical paper making. Also learn about koala habitat best suited to your soil and how to make the most of recycling.
Strawberry Trail
6, 13, 20 and 27 May at Cooloola Berries
Come and let the Gympie Garden Expo inspire and delight the whole family. It is a challenge not to come away with too many plants! Cost:
$5 Adults (children under 12 free)
Time:
Saturday 8am – 4pm, Sunday 8am – 3pm
Where:
Gympie Showgrounds, Exhibition Road, Gympie
Jason from Cooloola Berries will share his passion for the production of high quality strawberries. Learn about the local strawberry season, how strawberries are cultivated, strawberry pioneers and the economic significance of eating locally and seasonally. Cost:
FREE
Time:
10am and 2pm
Visit www.gympiegardenexpo.com.au
Where:
Cooloola Berries, 856 Tagigan Road, Wolvi
or email gympiegardenexpo@gmail.com
Bookings:
Essential, please wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat
Information: Bring a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes
Information: Call (07) 54867512, visit FB/instagram or www.cooloolaberries.com.au
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Paella in the Paddock 7, 14, 21 and 28 May at Cooloola Berries Get a group together and enjoy the weekly paella in the paddock, live music, wine and seasonal menu available. Alfresco and dining room options. Cost:
Visit www.cooloolaberries.com.au
Time:
1pm to 4pm
Where:
Cooloola Berries, 856 Tagigan Road, Wolvi
Bookings:
Call (07) 54867512 or visit www.cooloolaberries.com.au or FB/instragram Bookings recommended
Cuppa and Cuddles at Camelot 14 May at Camelot Dairies Get up close with the Camelot Dairies camels. Take some photos and talk to the farmers. Enjoy a morning tea and sample the produce. Produce available on the day for purchase. Cost:
$15.00 adult, under 15 $10, under 5 free
Time:
10am to 11.30am
Where:
Camelot Dairies, Waugh Road, Scrubby Creek
Bookings:
Limited places and bookings essential. Bookings close the Saturday prior to the event. Payment at time of booking via website. Please phone 0407 631 682 or visit www.camelotcameldairies.com.au
Rosella Festival
Information: Enclosed shoes required
13 May at Petersen’s Farm Come along to the annual one of a kind festival and celebrate the Rosella! Showcasing
Lazy Sunday Lunch
Rosella (Hibiscus) fruits grown at Petersen’s Farm Woolooga, 45km NW of Gympie.
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You’ll see more than 2000 Rosella plants ready for picking.
Five course set menu, mid-day meal on Amamoor Lodge verandah featuring Mary Valley
There will be farm walks/tours, cooking demonstrations, fresh ‘straight from the farm’
and Gympie Region produce. Relaxed country setting, friendly service to communal tables
produce, CC’s Kitchen’s Fine Food Products for sale, face painting and food stalls. Cost:
$5 per person, children under 12 free
Time:
9am to 2pm
Where:
Petersen’s Farm, 2 Reilly Road, Woolooga
Bookings:
CC & Greg Petersen; phone 07 5484 7323 or email ccs_kitchen@yahoo.com or visit www.ccskitchen.com.au
Information: Bring a hat, sunscreen and walking shoes
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of eight to ten. Eat with new or old friends overlooking the rolling hills of the beautiful Mary Valley. BYO alcohol, soft drinks available for purchase. Cost:
$85 per person
Time:
12 noon
Where:
Amamoor Lodge, 368 Kandanga-Amamoor Road, Amamoor
Bookings:
Call (07) 5484 3500 or email stay@amamoorlodge.com.au. Limited numbers - bookings are essential no later than 8 May 2017 for singles, couples or small groups. Accommodation is available
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Gympie District Show 18 - 20 May
Open Kitchen Garden
26 May at Rainbow Beach School Come and visit the school’s kitchen garden, enjoy morning tea and be shown around the garden by the students. Cost:
Free, morning tea available for purchase
Time:
10am to 12pm
Where:
Rainbow Beach State School, Warooga Street Rainbow Beach
Information: For more details contact (07) 5486 9333
5 Chef’s Long Table Lunch
27 May, The signature event of Eat Local Month Gympie Gold Regional Produce invite you to the local food precinct in the upstairs Market Place of the Bill Bishop Pavilion. Here you will find delicious fresh local produce and value-added products made right here in the region from locally grown produce including preserves, condiments, nuts and snacks, smallgoods and more. Matt Golinksi will feature on Friday with live cooking demonstrations using locally grown produce and recipe book signings on Saturday. Cost:
Visit www.gympieshow.com.au for details. Family and three day passes are available
Where:
Gympie Showgrounds, Exhibition Road, Gympie
Bookings:
www.gympieshow.com.au
Information: Bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle and wear comfortable shoes
Honey Talk 24 May at Gympie Library Taste the amazing varieties of honey available from the Gympie region and learn about bees and honey. Cost:
Free
Time:
10am
Where:
Gympie Library, Mellor Street, Gympie
Information: Visit www.mrccc.org.au/valley-bees/
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Acclaimed chef and Gympie region Food and Food Tourism Ambassador Matt Golinski will lead a team of renowned local and Sunshine Coast chefs to present a five course degustation experience featuring the best of delicious Gympie region produce. Book your ticket to savour the culinary delights of the region with friends, meet the producers, hear from chef Matt Golinski and celebrate in GourMAY style! Cost:
$100 per person
Time:
11.30am to 3pm
Where:
Kandanga Hall, Main Street, Kandanga
Bookings:
Online at www.eventbrite.com.au/5-chef-long-table-lunch. Ticket includes drink on arrival, five course meal and entertainment. Licensed event
Information: 1300 307 800 or email economicdevelopment@gympie.qld.gov.au
Picnic in the Paddock 28 May at Kandanga Farm Store Local produce based afternoon tea and activities for the whole family. Cost:
$15 per person or $50 per family
Time:
2.30pm
Where:
Kandanga Farm Store, Main Street, Kandanga
Bookings:
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/kandanga-farm-store-picnic-in-the-paddock
Information: Bring a hat and sunscreen. Car parking available. The event is wheelchair friendly with accessible parking and facilities
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Goomeri Pumpkin Festival Dinner Dance
Harvest Dinner and Forum
Get into the swing of the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival by attending the ‘Town of 1911’ Dinner
The Harvest Dinner and Forum is a great event part of the Summer School, and will this year
Dance, held every year on the Saturday night before the festival. The Dinner Dance is a full
prepared using local produce by Hungry Feel Eating House (Buderim).
country style event, with a hearty three-course country-style menu, where you can enjoy,
Chris White (Hungry Feel owner/chef, and coordinator of the Urban Food Street project) will
27 May at the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival
meet great people and dance the night away to live music! Featuring live entertainment, NEW Mini Pig Race Calcutta, licensed bar (NO BYO). Cost:
$50 per person
Time:
5.30pm for 6pm
Where:
Goomeri Hall of Memory, Boonara Street, Goomeri
Bookings:
Visit www.goomeripumpkinfestival.com.au or email dinnerdance@goomeripumpkinfestival.com.au. Pre paid bookings are essential
29 May at Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative
join a panel of guest speakers for a lively dinner discussion. Cost:
$40 per person
Time:
6.30pm to 9.30pm
Where:
Kandanga Hall, Main Street, Kandanga
Bookings:
Book and pay online at www.maryvalleycountryharvest.com, email maryvalleycountryharvest@gmail.com, or via phone on 0428 843 749
Information: Dress code is smart casual. Licensed Bar provided at this event, strictly NO BYO
Goomeri Pumpkin Festival
Summer School
28 May
29 and 30 May at Mary Valley Country Harvest Cooperative
Enjoy a fun filled day of quirky pumpkin competitions featuring the Great Australian
Family farming for the future is the topic of this year’s Summer School. Learn about local
Pumpkin Roll™, demonstrations, displays and entertainment throughout the day for the
food distribution and marketing, quality assurance and accreditation, managing soil health
whole family! Feast on delicious home-made pumpkin soup, scones, and pies or enjoy billy
and pest management, seedling production, landscape management, and more. Develop a
tea, pumpkin damper and stew.
written property management plan and record keeping program.
Cost:
Free entry
Cost:
$50 for 1 day or $95 for 2 days
Time:
6am to 6pm
Time:
9am 5.30pm
Where:
Moore and Boonara Streets, Goomeri
Where:
Kandanga Hall, Main Street, Kandanga
Bookings:
www.goomeripumpkinfestival.com.au
Bookings:
Book and pay online at www.maryvalleycountryharvest.com, email maryvalleycountryharvest@gmail.com, or via phone on 0428 843 749
Information: Bring a hat and sunscreen. Car parking available. The event is wheelchair friendly with accessible parking and facilities
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Eat Local Month is a whole month dedicated to celebrating local produce, producers and food. Look out for special GourMAY menu items at restaurants and cafes throughout the Gympie region that celebrate the theme of
[EXPLORE] [TASTE] [EXPERIENCE] local food in the Gympie region.
The information in this guide was correct at the time of printing. While all care is taken to publish accurate information, Gympie Regional Council accepts no liability for errors or changes to events or activities. Remember to check www.gympieregionalproduce.com. au for the most up to date information and special events, or find Gympie Gold Regional Produce on Facebook.
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