Weird & Wonderful: The Ocean’s Best Kept Secrets

Discover the hidden gems of South Australia’s oceans in this immersive 90-minute tasting and cooking experience led by chef Jamie Steele. From abalone and sea urchins to Coorong Carp and SA Balmain bugs, guests will explore the weird and wonderful seafood species that rarely make it to the dinner table but are loved by chefs all over. 

Joined by Amanda Prance of Fair Seafood and special guest from SA's Flinders Island, Eyrewoolf Abalone, this session blends culinary creativity with sustainability insights.

Learn how to prepare these ocean treasures at home, understand the importance of ethical sourcing, and support small-scale fisheries – all while tasting chef-prepared creations. 

INCLUSIONS –

• Food: Seafood tastings
• Complimentary beverage on arrival 

MORE INFORMATION –

• Wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible toilet on site
• Age 18+ event
• Masterclasses will be held in a dedicated pavilion at the Sea to Shore: Glenelg Seafood Festival event
• Parking available in Elizabeth Street Carpark, Colley Terrace, and surrounding side streets in Glenelg (please arrive 5 minutes ahead of the Masterclass commencing, and allow time for parking/walking into the venue). 

Weird & Wonderful: The Ocean's Best Kept Secrets is presented by Sea to Shore: Glenelg Seafood Festival. 
Sea to Shore is Adelaide’s only dedicated seafood festival, bringing top chefs, producers, and unique eating experiences to Glenelg foreshore on 15–16 May 2026. Visitors can enjoy world-class seafood, entertainment, and cooking demonstrations at Jimmy Melrose Park.

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