How food and art combine at Eat Drink Perth
Perth’s biggest food festival is already more than halfway done for 2016, but there’s still plenty to see, do and munch on at Eat Drink Perth.
Bringing together the City’s best food connoisseurs, Eat Drink Perth is renowned for being the foodie event hub, but what many people fail to realise is the occasion also weaves a large number of arts events into mix.
Here is a list of art activities to not miss before the festival wraps up this month.
Picnic at Hanging Rock
Photo by Pia Johnson
Presented at the world class State Theatre Centre Until April 17, the WA Premiere of the Australian classic Picnic at Hanging Rock is not to be missed.
Set in Australia in 1900, a group of school girls and their teachers venture out into the harsh landscape, unaware that soon four of them will disappear forever.
An investigation raises more questions than answers when one of the girls is found with no memory of what happened to her.
It quickly becomes clear that this is no textbook disappearance.
The production by the consistently high quality Black Swan State Theatre Company is directed by Matthew Lutton and features a cast of WA’s best actors.
Tickets for the 90-minute show begin at $32.50 and can be booked via Ticketek.
For further information and show times visit www.bsstc.com.au
For the duration of Eat Drink Perth (until April 16) show attendees can purchase a hamper package to enjoy a lovely picnic before the performance.
The hamper is prepared by Beaumonde Catering and includes gourmet sandwiches and delicate desserts.
http://visitperthcity.com/events/picnic-hanging-rock-show-hamper-package
Will, England and St George
Be transported back to the Elizabethan and Jacobean era at a long-table banquet at St George’s Cathedral.
This special event features live entertainment to mark the 400th anniversary of the great playwright William Shakespeare.
Recorded as having died on April 23, 1616, the banquet will take place on the eve of his death at 7pm Friday April 22.
Soak up his prose and be entertained by actors, singers, dancers and jesters as you enjoy a sumptuous meal, just like renaissance royalty.
The dress code is black and attendees will be the first to hear about the details of WA’s Shakespeare 400 festival, which launches on the night.
Tickets are $150 and bookings are essential via perthcathedral.org.
http://visitperthcity.com/events/will-england-and-st-george
Food Loose Tours
Join a culinary and artistic revolution around Perth City on a Food Loose Tour, where you will discover hidden gems in the revitalised backstreets of Northbridge.
The suburb’s happening bar life and creative street art make for a great night out on the Bites, Bars and Backstreets Adventure.
With only two more tours happening April 13 and 19 you’ll need to be on the ball to not miss out.
Tickets are $39 and bookings are essential via foodloosetours.com.au.
Other food-focused tours include their City Streets Adventure on April 16 and 23, and for those with a taste for the orient the Asian Exploration Adventure, April 12 and 19, will give you an insight into the best places to eat this flavoursome cuisine in Northbridge.
Food Loose Tours are designed to be as interactive as possible. So put on your walking shoes and be ready to get hands on for a night of eating, drinking, laughing and chatting.
http://visitperthcity.com/see-do/food-loose-tours
Sensology Art of Cocktail Making
Know your martini from your mojito? Your spritz from your sangria? Then you might have what it takes to master the art of cocktail making.
Canton Bar is hosting a unique art of mixology experience, which is described as blending the rich tradition of China with the industrial edge of Hong Kong.
An expert bartender will teach you how to make two different cocktails in one session, so you can impress all your friends at your next party.
The remaining sessions on April 16 and 23, from 4pm, cost $40 and bookings are required via 9325 887 or [email protected].
http://visitperthcity.com/events/sensology-art-cocktail-making
Perth Food, Drink and Art Exploration
There are still plenty of opportunities available to enjoy an exploration of Perth’s buzzing small bar and street art scenes with local Perth enthusiast Aldie.
On April 14, 20 and 21, Oh Hey WA’s Aldie will take you and your tour group to three of the city’s best bars, sampling what each have to offer and sharing stories of Perth as you go.
As you wander down hidden laneways It’s likely you’ll discover a bunch of cool places you never even knew existed – perfect for adding to your list and coming back to explore some more another time.
Tours are $49 and run for three hours and include two drinks and some nibbles. If you’re belly is likely to really growl Oh Hey WA recommends grabbing a larger bite before or after the tour.
Book tickets online at ohheywa.com.au.
http://visitperthcity.com/events/perth-food-drink-and-art-exploration
Morning Tea Tour of Perth
If you like your art with a cup of tea and a sweet treat, or two, then you’ll want to hop on board Perth’s Morning Tea Tour.
Running daily (Monday to Saturday) from 10am to 11.30am throughout Eat Drink Perth, the Morning Tea Tour begins at the Perth Town Hall and takes you through the city, stopping at our unique heritage buildings along the way, including the old theatre district and former educational precincts.
You’ll kick start the tour with an included hot beverage at a local café and soon follow it up with a sumptuous treat after the first leg.
Next, explore the beautifully refurbished State Buildings and learn about their 120 year history,
After all the walking and journeying through time you will be treated to a sample of renowned chocolatier Sue Lewis’ work and hear from the experts on making the perfect chocolate.
Tours are operated by Two Feet & a Heartbeat and bookings are essential via twofeet.com.au/perth-city.
At $30 this is a great value for money experience.
http://visitperthcity.com/events/morning-tea-tour-perth
Introducing the Statemakers: Q & A
In the beautifully modern Treasury Lounge and Bar soak up the stories of the individuals who are key to the evolution of the State Buildings.
Not only will you have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with artists such as Phillipa Nikulinksy, whose Cape Arid collection is featured throughout COMO The Treasury, but you’ll also enjoy a delightful afternoon tea by inhouse pastry chef Rika Shiina.
Other speakers involved in the line up include architects, historians and developers.
Tickets are $65 per person or $75 to include a glass of Taittinger Champagne.
Your last opportunity to get along to this unique event is April 17 at 3pm.
Bookings can be made on 6168 7780 or [email protected].
http://visitperthcity.com/events/introducing-state-makers-qa
