Quick bites: foodie news

Xanthe Roberts gives us the inside track on all things foodie and scours the country for great new tastes.

FOODIE EXPERIENCES FOR CHRISTMAS Julie Goodwin cooking classes Our very own Julie Goodwin (left) teaches fun and informative cooking classes at Julie’s Place on the NSW Central Coast. Cook and learn together, then sit down with Julie for a glass of wine and a meal. Classes and events from $80; gift vouchers available. Visit juliesplace.com.au. Maeve O’Mara gourmet safari Maeve O’Mara’s (below) Food Safari on SBS comes to life in her fabulous food tours and banquets. Discover delicious finds across a range of cuisines in Sydney and Melbourne’s food villages. Priced from $125; gift vouchers are available. Visit gourmetsafaris. com.au for more.