Homegrown chefs, winemakers, beverage experts, hosts and more create unforgettable food and beverage experiences during the Tasting Australia festival each year.
Creative Team
Patron and Legends
Tasting Australia Spirit Awards Judges
2024 Culinary Stars
![Adam D'Sylva](/media/ibhpbrx0/tastingaustralia_blood-orange.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
![Narin ‘Jack’ Kulasai](/media/ibhpbrx0/tastingaustralia_blood-orange.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
![Tom Jack](/media/uuhftd1c/tom-jack-334x220px.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
2024 Beverage Stars
![Alex Kirkwood](/media/to4ppsz3/alex-kirkwood-334x220px.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
![Bryan Martin](/media/ibhpbrx0/tastingaustralia_blood-orange.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
![Colin McBryde](/media/ibhpbrx0/tastingaustralia_blood-orange.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
Past Alumni
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![Mat Lindsay](/media/tmijdtqr/tastingaustralia_mango.jpg?width=334&height=220&mode=crop&quality=80)
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