Winners announced for Premier's Food Awards
The winners of The Eleventh Annual South Australian Premier's Food Awards were announced at a 'green' themed gala dinner on Friday 14 November 2008. Premier Mike Rann says South Australian food producers are leading the way by promoting healthy choices, organic produce and sustainable farming. In announcing the winners of the 11th annual awards, the Premier said it was outstanding that more than half of the winners having a strong connection to the environment and the production of clean, green produce. The nine award winners include a producer with a focus on biodynamic farming, one is developing strategies to help farmers cope better with drought and another has introduced a new range of healthy fruit snacks for school children. More
Food finalists announced
The finalists have been announced for this year’s Premier’s Food Awards. The finalist come from every corner of the state - the city, Adelaide Hills, Limestone Coast, Eyre Peninsula and Riverland – and have all been recognised for outstanding achievement and excellence in categories ranging from new products, innovation, export, workforce and environmental sustainability. Established businesses such as B.-d. Farm Paris Creek and Barossa Fine Foods have again been named as finalists, with newcomers Mayura Station and Spencer Gulf and West Coast Prawn Fishermen’s Association joining the Awards as finalists for the first time. More...
Exclusive menu, Simon Bryant
Simon Bryant has designed a sensational five course spectacular with Simon Camp from Michael O’Brien Catering. They have taken the environmental theme to heart. The menu will take you on a journey around the globe from an Irish potato mash to an Asian inspired dessert. With Simon's strong knowledge and relationship with the state’s best food producers he has utilised a fantastic range of organic and bio-dynamic produce from businesses including B.-d.Farm Paris Creek, Beach Organics, Four Leaf Milling, Lifestyle Bakery and Orgo. More...