A group walks past the green houses of Jurlique Farm, Adelaide Hills, South Australia © Tourism Australia

Jurlique Farm, Adelaide Hills, South Australia © Tourism Australia

When sustainability counts

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Handpicked Experience - Jurlique Farm
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Handpicked Experience - Jurlique Farm
Adelaide Hills

Australian skincare company Jurlique has debuted their Handpicked Experience - an immersive agritourism experience on Jurlique Farm in the scenic Adelaide Hills, a thirty-minute drive from Adelaide / Tartanya. Guests participate in botanical harvesting and a masterclass to create their own bespoke take-home product. Blending education and creativity, groups gain first-hand experience of the process of creating Jurlique’s globally renowned skincare products. This unique experience offers an intimate look at Jurlique’s sustainable practices, blending education, creativity, and connection to the land. Ideal for groups of up to 20, elevate the experience with the addition of Chef’s Table dining from Jurlique’s neighbour, The Lane Vineyard. Guests will savour a seven-course menu crafted to complement the estate’s own wines, showcasing the region’s seasonal produce.

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Plate Events & Catering
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Plate Events & Catering
Sydney / Warrane

Consider arranging your Sydney event with Plate Events & Catering. This certified 100 per cent Indigenous owned business offers end-to-end event management, styling, hire, floristry, gourmet catering and will support your team. Plate Events & Catering can deliver a range of menus that showcase Indigenous cuisine giving your guests an authentic experience with Indigenous flavours. Further, Chef Matt Atkins can take your guests on an immersive feast of seasonal flavours on the Nguuwalaana Indigenous Fusion Dining experience. This cultural journey of traditional foods is held alongside immersive cultural activities that bring together Indigenous artists, performers and Elders. From planning to cultural experiences for large and small events Plate Events & Catering with their extensive knowledge and network can deliver an authentic Indigenous event experience.

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Ondeen
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Ondeen
Adelaide Hills

Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills just 25-minute drive from the centre of Adelaide / Tartanya is Ondeen, a five-hectare culinary haven focussed on sustainability and delivering guests the best of provenance from the surrounding region. The property offers a range of venue spaces for exclusive use, including the Ondeen Pavilion, which has capacity for 110 guests seated and 175 standing, Pavilion Garden Vista for 60 seated and up to 100 standing, while the Pro Hart Boardroom and two smaller rooms are available for intimate groups of up to 16 guests. Growing, foraging, distilling, and sourcing seasonal local produce, the team at Ondeen aims high for innovation, excellence and zero-waste sustainability. Guests enjoy menus crafted with technique and a sense of place, matched with wines from neighbouring vineyards. Also on offer are experiences such as a beekeeping, Chardonnay masterclass, and local small batch wine tastings. Or combine your event with an option of a ‘meet the maker’ session, which immerses guests in the delights of the region with Culinary Director, Kane Pollard or a variety of local wine makers featured in the Ondeen Wine room.