Margaret River the toast of Jakarta
A promotional dinner in Jakarta has helped cook up further international interest in Margaret River as a source of premium food and wine.
The Taste of Margaret River event at The Ritz-Carlton in the Indonesian capital earlier this month showcased food and wine from the region to a restaurant filled with food and beverage suppliers.
Wagyu beef carpaccio and leek mushroom truffle oil pie were just some of the tantalising dishes on the menu designed by Dennis Mifsud, a Margaret River chef who is passionate about the region’s food.
“The South West of Western Australia, like much of regional Australia, has a great deal to offer from a food perspective,” he said.
“I think the clean, green environment plays a vital role in this. In Australia we can source some of the freshest and flavoursome produce to work with in the kitchen.
“When you match this with creative preparation and arguably some of the best wines in the world it can make for a wonderful dining adventure.”
The South West Development Commission’s TradeStart export advisor, Mat Lewis, worked with The Ritz-Carlton to help organise the event.
“We consider this partnership with The Ritz-Carlton an ideal vehicle to showcase premium products from the South West,” he said.
“The complementary nature of wine, food and tourism assists with our competitiveness abroad.
“In fiercely competitive markets, it is critical to maintain and grow markets and nurture relationships with stakeholders through promotions abroad.”