By Deanne Jeffers
STORMY weather couldn’t stop Destination Goulburn Valley (DGV) and Olivehouse from serving up the most exceptional luncheon event on Sunday, February 23.
The sold out Our Table event invited guests to indulge in a beautifully curated three-course menu celebrating the rich flavours of the Goulburn Valley. The handcrafted menu featured premium homegrown ingredients sourced from Bunbartha Beef, Radevski’s Coolstores, Plunkett’s Orchards, Goodlookin Googees, and Olivehouse, the chosen venue.
People travelled far and wide, with some visitors using the special occasion to explore Olivehouse as a wedding venue, and staff did not disappoint. Despite some forecast wild weather and a power outage, lunch was served, and guests were taken care of. The soothing tunes of Matty and Jamie Duo added to the serenity amongst the olive trees.
DGV Chair Eugenie Stragalinos thanked the Victorian Government, who supported the event through a Vic Grown Regional Activation Grant Program, board members, DGV partners, and local producers and businesses that helped make this event a reality.
“We have been overwhelmed by the support for this event being sold out prior to ticket sales officially closing,” said Eugenie. “This afternoon is a true celebration of what the Goulburn Valley has to offer.
“In 2023, DGV launched Seasoned – a Taste Trail for the Goulburn Valley which showcased local producers from our region. Our Table is really about bringing Seasoned to life – celebrating the many agri-businesses featured in this publication.”
To learn more about Destination Goulburn Valley and Seasoned, go to www.destinationgoulburnvalley.com.au or follow them on social media.
