Mid-north Coast food events

If you are in northern NSW at the end of May, set aside a day to enjoy a Slice of Haven on the 29th. For too long Camden Haven has been a too well-guarded secret spot where a few people spend relaxing holidays, fishing, boating, camping. But what is it, beyond a little holiday hamlet, a former fishing and timber town? Now the locals want everyone to know about their little 'haven on earth'.

On May 29, you will spend your day by the Camden Haven River and meet over 80 local producers of nuts, cheese, wine, beer, vegetables and bush-foods. This year’s ‘Magic beyond the plate’ theme will feature cooking demonstrations, workshops, dancing, quirky stilt walkers and games. Open 10am-4pm. Entry is just a gold coin donation.

Totally organised and run by a small band of volunteers whose sole purpose is to put on a wholesome, festive experience with.........

If you miss this experience, other events to put on your calendar are:-

Farm Gate Trail (11-13 June, long weekend) – visits to around 12 farms that aren’t normally open to the public. From the oyster farms of the Hastings River to the lush grazing valleys of the Wauchope hinterland, see cows being milked, chickens free ranging and baby animals being fed.

Jazz in the Vineyards at Bago Vineyards (monthly, every second Sunday) – a fixture now for 15 years, Jazz in the Vineyards is the best way to experience the magic of this hinterland winery. Live jazz, cuisine from XS Foods and great wine combine for a relaxing afternoon outdoors, while the kids can get lost in Bago Maze.

Port Macquarie Beer and Cider Festival (24 September) - enjoy tastings from around 50 beer and cider makers, live music, a beer garden and fun games including the Beer Keg Toss competition, inspired by the long tradition of the Highland Games. Westport Park.

Tastings on Hastings (28-30 October) – the region’s biggest culinary festival kicks off on Friday night with celebrity chef dinners, continues Saturday with intimate events and culminates on Sunday with the main event, a huge outdoor festival. Held on the banks of the Hastings River with over 120 local artisans, farmers, wine growers, brewers, restaurants and cafes.

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