Native flavours meet Hunter Valley wines after dark
Looking for an excuse to extend your Friday night? Local Connections is launching its new After Hours series with an evening dedicated to exceptional Hunter Valley wine, native Australian flavours and the producers behind them.
On Friday July 31, Glandore Wines join Local Connections for a four-course Native Australian Wine Dinner, pairing premium wines with a seasonal degustation showcasing some of Australia's most distinctive ingredients.
The evening begins with canapés before guests settle in for four curated courses, each matched with Glandore Wines and introduced with stories from the people behind the bottles.
The menu celebrates native Australian produce, featuring dishes including:
→ Local kingfish tataki with lemon myrtle
→ Baked Tasmanian scallops with finger lime
→ Byron Bay pork with quandong confit,
→ Junee lamb rump with pepperberry jus, before finishing with
→ A winter pavlova paired with Glandore's fortified Cellarhands Eerily Mad.
After Hours with Glandore Wines
When: Friday, 31 July 2026
Where: Local Connections, 130 University Dr, Callaghan
Time: 6pm–9pm
Cost: $110 with wine pairing | $80 food only (plus booking fees)
To book, visit: After Hours with Glandore Wines
More than just a wine dinner, the After Hours series is designed to celebrate the connection between regional producers, sustainable ingredients, and the craftsmanship that brings every dish and wine together.
Expect a relaxed evening of great conversation, generous pours, and plenty of inspiration from one of the Hunter Valley's respected wineries.
Whether you're a dedicated foodie, passionate about local wine, or simply looking for a memorable night out with friends, this is one dinner worth putting in the diary.
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