Orange to unveil its regional treasures to Sydney audience

Sydney will have distinctive Orange hue on the 23rd and 24th of August 2012 when the region launches ‘Taste Orange @ Sydney’ in Martin Place.

From 11.30am to 2.30pm each day, Sydney will be able to experience the Orange region as the producers, winemakers, accommodation houses, entertainers and chefs descend on the heart of Sydney’s CBD during lunch time.

In a bold statement, the region will be promoting Orange’s diverse offering as a short stay, holiday and relocation destination. This will be presented by internationally acclaimed winemaker, Philip Shaw, ‘Regional Chef of the Year’, Shaun Arantz from Racine @ La Coline Restaurant, and the 2011 ‘Masterchef’ winner, Kate Bracks. Member for Orange, Mr. Andrew Gee MP, who is a vocal advocate of the region, will also be a special guest.

“The Orange region has been coming to Sydney, specifically to Bondi, for many years now and has always been warmly welcomed,” commented Taste Orange Executive Officer, Rhonda Sear. “The region is going from strength to strength, as we see further investment opportunities constantly being presented.”

The two days in Martin Place will be led by Orange’s food and wine producers with the ‘long table cellar door’ offering tastings and samples. Orange’s musicians and singers will be offering further entertainment and a range of supporting stalls will complete the Orange experience.

The wineries on show will comprise Philip Shaw, Ross Hill, Cumulus, Angullong, Patina, Small Acres Cyder, Belgravia, Brangayne, Printhie, Gordon Hills, Borrodell on the Mount, Twisted River, De Salis, Faisan and Highland Heritage.

These wines will matched with food prepared by local producers including Mandagery Creek Venison, Racine Bread, Paling Yards Oil, Trunkey Creek Pork, Waru Organics, Gaskill Greens, Orange Apples, Jannei Goat Dairy, Hillside Orchard and many more.

“This is the largest and most comprehensive showcase of Orange ever to be set up outside the region,” said Rhonda. “There will also be our universities, schools, golf and sporting clubs, accommodation, art and culture, councils, business and education, and health services joining us. There’s a lot to see, which is reflective of Orange and our surrounding villages.”