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West Australian
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Swan Valley Slow Food and Wine Festival cancelled ‘a tough decision, but the responsible one'
The organising committee of the Swan Valley-based Slow Food and Wine Festival has made the 'tough decision' to cancel the event just days before it was due to take place. The festival was due to take place this weekend and was designed to bring together Noongar culture and traditions along with the influence from Croatian and Italian settlers that together have shaped the Swan Valley. The event was planned to kick off with an immersive six-course dinner and was going to feature tastings from local winemakers Talijancich, Local Weirdos, Vino Volta and Swan Valley Wines. 'This special event is a celebration of what we value most - heritage, sustainability, and community - brought to life through local wine, traditional foods, and rich cultural stories.' Event organisers posted on Instagram last week. A spokesperson from the organising committee said that cancelling it was a tough decision, but the responsible one, as the event wasn't financially viable. 'We understand everyone's disappointment, and we're disappointed ourselves, but it would be fiscally irresponsible to continue and run the festival,' a spokesperson said. However, event organisers remain committed to the future of the festival and plan to re-introduce the festival next year. 'We remain optimistic for the future and believe that we have the basis for a unique festival that showcases the culinary essence of the Swan Valley. 'We will regroup and start planning the 2026 Slow Food and Wine Festival.' Ticket purchasers will receive a full refund and the Swan Valley Slow Food Convivium will look ahead to the Slow Olive Festival featuring talks and tastings on May 25.
Perth Now
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Swan Valley Slow Food and Wine Festival cancelled
The organising committee of the Swan Valley-based Slow Food and Wine Festival has made the 'tough decision' to cancel the event just days before it was due to take place. The festival was due to take place this weekend and was designed to bring together Noongar culture and traditions along with the influence from Croatian and Italian settlers that together have shaped the Swan Valley. The event was planned to kick off with an immersive six-course dinner and was going to feature tastings from local winemakers Talijancich, Local Weirdos, Vino Volta and Swan Valley Wines. 'This special event is a celebration of what we value most - heritage, sustainability, and community - brought to life through local wine, traditional foods, and rich cultural stories.' Event organisers posted on Instagram last week. A spokesperson from the organising committee said that cancelling it was a tough decision, but the responsible one. 'We understand everyone's disappointment, and we're disappointed ourselves, but it would be fiscally irresponsible to continue and run the festival,' a spokesperson said. However, event organisers remain committed to the future of the festival and plan to re-introduce the festival next year. 'We remain optimistic for the future and believe that we have the basis for a unique festival that showcases the culinary essence of the Swan Valley. 'We will regroup and start planning the 2026 Slow Food and Wine Festival.' Ticket purchasers will receive a full refund and the Swan Valley Slow Food Convivium will look ahead to the Slow Olive Festival featuring talks and tastings on May 25.
Perth Now
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Eat and drink the best of WA at these foodie festivals
TAKE 5 Compiled by Simon Collins Experience the best of WA food and drink at these fun festivals. BICKLEY HARVEST FESTIVAL May 3-4 This autumn event returns with more than 20 venues in the stunning Perth Hills showcasing the finest local wine, spirits, food and produce across its opening weekend. This year, Bickley Harvest Festival extends across the entire month of May at Core Cider, Fairbrossen, Hainault, La Fattoria, Myattsfield, Plume Estate and other Hills favourites. GASCOYNE FOOD FESTIVAL 2025 July 26-August 31 Australia's largest regional food experience expands to 16 events, led by acclaimed chef Ben Ing hosting the opening Carnarvon Long Table Lunch on July 26. Gascoyne Food Festival also features culinary offerings in Exmouth, Shark Bay and Dirk Hartog Island highlighting local produce and producers against the region's incredible landscapes. Canadian chef Ben Ing is the star attraction at the Gascoyne Food Festival. Credit: Supplied SLOW FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL May 2-4 Albion on Swan in Henley Brook hosts the inaugural Slow Food and Wine Festival, bringing together Noongar culture and the influence of Croatian and Italian families on the Swan Valley, just 30 minutes from the Perth CBD. Starring tastings from local winemakers Talijancich, Local Weirdos, Vino Volta and Swan Valley Wines, the event kicks off with an immersive six-course dinner on May 2, followed by two sessions on May 3 and one on May 4. The inaugural Slow Food and Wine Festival will be held in the Swan Valley. Credit: Supplied UNWINED PERTH May 16-17 This May, immerse yourself in the ultimate winter celebration at UnWined Perth, held at the picturesque Supreme Court Gardens. The event highlights the best of WA's wine, food and entertainment, offering a big day out in the heart of the city. This year, festival-goers can indulge in the Bottomless Long Table, a 90-minute session of bottomless wine and beer paired with tasty tapas. LITTLE CREATURES HOP HARVEST FESTIVAL Today, April 26 Fremantle brewing institution Little Creatures celebrates 25 years of beer and this year's fresh harvest of hops with live music, craft beer and plenty of fun at the Mews Road microbrewery from midday to 8pm today.
