The Festival of Food promises to showcase an array of culinary collaborations, immersive experiences, and lively entertainment, offering something for every taste and interest.
Celebrating the change of season, the new metro line and the entirety of the dining precinct, the events are open to the public, with some ticketed.
Head of Asset Management at Lendlease, Scott Meehan said: “The Streets of Barangaroo is recognised as one of Sydney’s go-to food and dining destinations. The Festival of Food is designed to celebrate the best of what the precinct has to offer from leading cuisine to diverse culture and will be welcomed by our well-established community and visitors alike.”
Rekōdo x Levins feat. Mitch Orr: experience a nostalgic revival of The Dip, the iconic American diner from Goodgod Small Club, as chef and DJ Andrew Levins resurrects it for one night only at Rekōdo x Levins. Joining forces with renowned chef Mitch Orr, they’ll bring their classic dishes to Rekōdo, with Rivareno Gelato providing a dessert of cookies and cream, with salted caramel gelato and hot fudge sauce. Levins is also curating LEVINSHOP, a pop-up shelf of books, films, and vinyl records courtesy of Title, Sydney’s leading independent music, film & bookstore. Guests can purchase items from LEVINSHOP at the event or throughout October. Rekodo x Levins is taking place on Friday, 18 October from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at Rekōdo. Tickets are $149 per person and include a four-course menu with beverages. BOOK TICKETS
Part & Parcel: Lotus Barangaroo, Born by Tapavino, and Oh Boo Chocolates will join forces for Part & Parcel, a playful yum-cha inspired event with an international spin. Enjoy a medley of dumplings, empanadas, croquetas, and a dessert parcel, all while DJ Andrew Levins sets the mood. This one-off event promises a fun-filled dining experience that merges diverse flavours in a unique, shared celebration. Part & Parcel will take place on Thursday, 10 October from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at Lotus Barangaroo. Tickets are $109 per person and include a set ‘fun cha’ menu and two beverages. BOOK TICKETS
Anason x Firepop x Brian Cole (Hearth, Perth): get ready for a fire-fuelled dining adventure as Arman Uz at Anason, Raymond Hou of Firepop, and Brian Cole of The Ritz Carlton Perth’s Hearth collaborate for an exclusive event. This cross-cultural experience will feature dishes that highlight each chef’s specialty: Anason’s flavours of modern Turkish food; and Firepop’s signature flame grilled skewers. Brian Cole, making his Sydney debut, brings his unique blend of local native ingredients and classical training, promising a dining experience that’s both innovative and unforgettable. The event will take place on Sunday, 13 October from 3:30pm – 6:30pm at Anason. Tickets are $189 per person and include a four-course menu with beverages. BOOK TICKETS
Smoke on the Water: explore the timeless union of two powerful elements: flame and water at Smoke on the Water, a special whisky tasting event at NOLA Smokehouse & Bar. This event set across two sittings will delve into the rich smokiness of whiskies, exploring how fire’s transformative power enhances the depth and complexity of both food and drink. The event will take place on Friday, 25 October from 12:00pm – 3:00pm and 6:30pm – 9:30pm. Tickets are $180 per person and include a four-course menu with paired whiskies. BOOK TICKETS
Spring In The Streets: transforming Barangaroo Avenue and surrounds into a lively, open-air celebration of the end of the work week. On Friday 11, 18 and 25 October, Barangaroo Avenue will be closed to traffic and play host to a live music stage featuring a diverse lineup of local talent, including the soulful jazz of Ella Haber, the energetic RnB/Funk vibes of Mi-kaisha, the blues powerhouse ROSHANI and more. Music acts will also pop-up in Exchange Place and along Wulugul Walk. FIND OUT MORE
Bar Hop Barangaroo: visitors are invited to bar hop their way through Barangaroo’s vibrant array of bars and restaurants throughout October. Experience a melting pot of cultures from Spain to Turkey, Italy, and France, with everything from happy hour at love.fish and Bottega Coco, bottomless brunch at Untied and NOLA to late-night DJs at Smoke, jazz at SAX, burlesque shows at Cardea and much more within The Streets of Barangaroo. FIND OUT MORE
Located on Sydney’s waterfront at Barangaroo, The Streets are home to a curated mix of over 90 unique operators in food and beverage, lifestyle, fashion, wellness, curiosity and convenience. Barangaroo’s mouth-watering line-up of restaurants, cafes and bars has something for everyone with a collection of venues offering casual eats and waterfront dining.
