Sample the fruits of their labour
Tantalise your tastebuds on the October long weekend (2-3 October) when local wineries, cafes and bed & breakfasts showcase the region's exceptional wines and fresh produce. The Murrumbateman Moving Feast offers a weekend of premium wines matched with scrumptious food. Attend a wine show tasting, win prizes or just relax among the vines in the vibrant village of Murrumbateman, just 30 minutes from Canberra.
Celebrate the art of the grape from 6 to 7 November when more than 30 cellar doors in the Canberra District come alive with entertainment, food, activities and wine tastings during the Wine, Roses and all that Jazz festival. Sample award-winning reds and whites, indulge in gourmet food, relax to live music in the vineyards and take wine tours and meet the region's passionate vignerons, all within 45 minutes drive of Canberra.
Try one or all of the charming venues that form part of the Poacher's Way, a collective inspired by land and lifestyle.
Feast for the senses
Onred has quickly emerged as one of the city's leading restaurants, luring diners with its sophisticated and creative dishes highlighting fresh seasonal produce. Located 175 metres above Canberra atop the iconic Red Hill, Onred's stylish and contemporary space has views of Canberra's many national icons and stunning landscape.Situated at the picturesque Shaw Vineyard Estate, Flint in the Vines offers smart yet informal dining for the whole family. It focuses on high quality cuisine at affordable prices utilising the wood fire oven and grill to create dishes designed to be shared.
Located at Rydges Lakeside only minutes from iconic national attractions, Locanda Italian Steakhouse offers modern Italian cuisine in a contemporary and relaxed setting. Locanda features a traditional antipasta station and mozzarella bar which promise a fun dining experience.
Italian and Sons Vino e cucina, a bistro serving simple but delicious cuisine is located in Braddon near the city centre.
The funky Ostani Lounge Bar & Restaurant has a versatile menu and floor plan that appeal to everyone from business people unwinding over a drink to families enjoying a pizza. Located in the five-star Hotel Realm, Ostani is open daily from morning till late. The menu features tapas-style dishes, light meals and salads, woodfired pizzas and desserts.
