WHAT’S ON

TOMORROW

Truffles are the guest of honour at an 8th Ave Terrace degustation from 6pm. Head chef Chris Harrington will whip up smoked potato tortellini with shaved truffle; 63-degree duck egg with artichoke soup and gaufrette potato; seared scallops with cauliflower and chicken skin; beef rossini; and white chocolate and blue cheese mousse. To top it off, they’ll be pouring magnums from the hills of France, Italy and Spain.

Call: 5534 6912

AUGUST 16

Palm Beach’s Blue Door on 5th will host a winemaker’s dinner showcasing Rieslingfreak from the Clare Valley. Chef Dylan Cashman has created a sixcourse tasting menu to match Rieslingfreak’s range, from sparkling to fortified. Dishes include kingfish with ginger, wakame, dashi crisp and beach rocket; Ballina king prawns; bug, miso, eggplant and macadamia; and an ice cream sandwich with cheddar and honey coffee. Tickets are $120.

Call: 0456 294 552

AUGUST 25

Southport Sharks hosts its annual Tasmania Day event from 11.30am. True to tradition, the ladies’ and mens’ pre-lunch drinks and meal will be held separately. Ladies will be served a two-course menu including seared Tasmanian salmon in Carmody’s Restaurant & Bar. Men will dine in the Sharks Events Centre where they can finish with a trio of Tassie cheeses. Tickets are $40.

Go to: southportsharks.com.au