With truffle season in full swing across the Canberra region, some of the city’s top restaurants and producers are celebrating this prized ingredient with paddock-to-plate creations, indulgent five-course truffle feasts and hands-on masterclasses.
Complementing these delicious delicacies are interactive truffle hunts at regional trufferies including Beltana Farm and The Truffle Farm. These immersive experiences combine forest foraging with gourmet degustations and in-depth insights into the wonderful world of truffles.
Closer to the city centre, top restaurants and Winter festivals will showcase local cuisine, regional producers and of course, truffles, through dishes that can only be savoured in our Nation’s Capital.
Truffle Hunts & Fireside Feasts
Rug up and get your appetite ready with Canberra’s most immersive truffle farm experiences.
One of Canberra’s most atmospheric truffle farms, Beltana offers a choose-your-own-adventure of seasonal delights. Join a spirited truffle hunt followed by a rustic tasting of truffle-laced snacks or linger longer over a leisurely long lunch.
For something special, the ‘Twilight Hunt & BBQ’ offers golden-hour foraging, fireside wine and bites fresh from the truffle barbeque.
Just 15 minutes from Canberra’s city centre, The Truffle Farm offers the ultimate paddock-to-plate adventure. Follow a team of enthusiastic truffle dogs through the oak groves before settling in for a multi-course feast by the Executive Chef, complete with expert tips on cooking with truffles at home.
Expect warm hospitality and a sensory immersion into the magic of the Canberra truffle season.
Wagyu, Scampi & Shaved Gold
Canberra’s top Chefs are serving up truffle season with decadent twists and luxurious plates.
Bookings essential
Japanese fine-diner Raku is bringing an elegant twist to truffle season in the heart of Canberra. This year’s highlights include New Zealand scampi with foie gras, truffle oil and soy jelly, as well as Tajima Wagyu gyoza elevated with white ponzu, pickled mustard seeds and a drizzle of truffle oil.
Bookings essential
This Winter, Uptown Vibes on Lonsdale Street in Braddon is teaming up with Blue Frog Truffles to bring you a tastebud-tingling experience. The truffle menu is launching soon plus the restaurant will be offering truffle food and wine tastings every Sunday.
Wine & Truffle Pairings That Sparkle
From cellar doors to curated tastings, discover how Canberra’s wineries are toasting the season.
Neighbouring The Truffle Farm, Mount Majura Vineyard is offering a decadent Winter tasting anchored by a triple-cream brie infused with fresh truffles. Each serving is matched with a pour of the 2012 Late Disgorged Silurian Sparkling or a bold red from the cellar as a rich, indulgent nod to the season.
Join the adorable truffle dogs and some knowledgeable locals for a private full-day gourmet tour through Canberra’s truffle and wine regions. The experience includes a truffle hunt at The Truffle Farm, a decadent three-course truffle brunch and finishes with tastings at three of Canberra’s most celebrated cellar doors.
