April 21 to 27 is Balmain and Rozelle's time to shine as they showcase the very best in local, produce, fine dining, drinking and FOOD.

One of the oldest areas of Sydney, this picturesque precinct is much more than dazzling views and village lifestyle, Balmain and Rozelle possess some of the finest food Australia has to offer.

It has been a number of years since Balmain and Rozelle wore a food crown, and whilst the crown never really fit, Balmain and Rozelle became well known and respected for superior quality dining and produce.

As Sydney's food industry grew and found its feet, Balmain and Rozelle continued in the same path. Active members of the food community maintained their signature quality, concentrating on their product rather than their reputation. Meanwhile Sydney food and dining hit new highs as restaurants, providores, grocers and food stores opened by the dozen.

In the last two years Balmain and Rozelle have picked up their game, with new, innovative and world-class food establishments setting new ground. Leading the way is, Adriano Zumbo - Patissier, Rosso Pomodoro - Pizza, The Little Marionette - Coffee and Restaurant Sojourn, all giving Sydney a little reminder that this little piece of paradise is a food force to be reckoned with.

Balmain and Rozelle are ready to shake it up with the very first, Balmain Rozelle Food Week taking place from the 21st of April to the 27th.

An outstanding program of events, tasting, talks, cooking classes, food demonstrations and exclusive one off highlights await, giving Sydney something to really talk about.

Prepare yourself for an imaginative program that will inspire the palate & wit of any discerning foodie, as Balmain and Rozelle open their doors for this very special week.

Key events not to be missed:

• Victoire – offering guests an exclusive Parisian passport to dine on a Déjeuner or Petite diner and their new product, "RUSTIC BREAD" will be released Monday to Friday of FOOD week alongside a glass of wine direct from the Victoire Vineyard, $15.
• "Sydney's most spectacular patisserie" with Patissier extraordinaire Adriano Zumbo cooking classes Monday 21 and Wed 21, 6-8pm at $60 per person.
• The Garden of Earthly Delights – a Triptych closing dinner at Restaurant Sojourn / Il Piave / 3 Weeds Restaurant, Sun 27th April, bookings essential.

Other notables include, Mexican cooking classes @ the Barn, Tapas and artisan beer tasting @ the Royal Oak, Herbie spice tasting & discussions, Coffee Appreciation Brunch at The Little Marionette, & Aboutlife's special guests: Jared Ingersoll, Leanne Kitchen, Ross Dobson and Michele Cranston, just to name a few.

EVENT DETAILS

Balmain Rozelle FOOD WEEK
Sponsored by Leichhardt Council and Balmain Rozelle Chamber of Commerce

Date: Monday 21 April 2008 to Sunday 27 April 2008
Times: see website for breakfast, lunch and dinner options

Check out the program there is something for everyone in price with a diverse offering of great culinary experiences - for a full program www.balmainrozellechamberofcommerce.org.au