As the seasons shift and the Great Southern pulses with new energy, one event stands out… Taste Great Southern. Running from 5-8 March 2026, this four-day culinary celebration invites food lovers, wine aficionados and wanderers alike to immerse themselves in the region’s rich produce, creative kitchens, wild landscapes and unforgettable experiences.
Sip sparkling wine as the sun dips into the Southern Ocean, climb ancient granite domes before feasting on wild-harvested produce or wander between vineyards and coastlines. Taste Great Southern is your invitation to slow down, savour and wander with the wild.
What's on the Menu
Taste Great Southern 2026 delivers 20+ curated events that blend world-class dining with regional character: long-table feasts, chef-led degustation’s, masterclasses, wine-hops and unique experiences that marry place and plate. Here are just a few highlights:
Tides of Taste x Singlefile at Maitraya Retreat Homestead – Friday 6 March:
A gourmet feast by the sea, with acclaimed chefs Jo Barrett, Evan Hayter, Paul Iskov and Corey Rozario joining forces to celebrate seasonal produce and coastal flavours.
Peak to Plate (Porongurup) – Saturday 7 March:
Hike through rugged granite ranges, then dine on dishes inspired by the bush and the vines at Karribank, by renowned chef Guy Turland (The Bondi Chef).
Denmark Wine Hop – Saturday 7 March
A hop-on hop-off journey through Denmark’s leading wineries, offering a taste of regional varietals and local hospitality.
Taste Market – Sunday 8 March
Sample local wines, craft beers, fresh seafood, cheeses, honey and other produce from Great Southern food artisans at Middleton Beach, Albany.
Meet the Makers: Chefs & Producers
Central to Taste Great Southern’s magic are the people behind the dishes, perceptive chefs and devoted producers who draw on the region’s wild bounty to craft meaningful meals. The 2026 program includes names such as Jo Barrett, Evan Hayter, Paul “Yoda” Iskov and Corey Rozario, among others.
These chefs, and many local winemakers, fishermen, farmers and artisans, draw inspiration from the land and sea; think ancient granite domes, cold southern waters, spring wildflowers, fertile soils, vineyard grapes and ocean harvests. Their menus reflect seasons, terroir and tradition, producing food that tastes like the place itself. They frame the landscape as part of the dining table from coastline to forests, vineyards and farms.
Taste Great Southern is more than a festival. It’s a celebration of landscape, people, seasons and stories. It invites you to taste the coast, the forest, the vineyards and farms; to wander with the wild, one dish at a time.
Head to the Taste Great Southern website for full event listings and tickets.
