Native Australian ingredients have been enjoying the spotlight in the culinary scene as of late (think saltbush, lemon myrtle and native plums). Unsurprisingly, there’s no better place to learn about bush tucker than the Northern Territory – an area rich in natural heritage. Animal Tracks is a boutique tour company leading small groups on day-long excursions to learn more about Australia’s bounty. The hands-on experience will see visitors learn crafting techniques, forage for ingredients and try their hand at traditional baking. To discover more about bush food tours, see our latest delicious. on Tour video, here.

Spend a week in Tuscany next May with Stones of the Yarra Valley, staying at the Villa Laura in the hilltop town Cortona (of Under the Tuscan Sun fame). From $5,400 including most food and drink.

An epic celebration of Aussie sausages is headed to Mudgee later this month. The 30th November will pay tribute to the ultimate savoury snack, the humble sausage. Expect to see snag-eating competitions, condiment stations, cooking demonstrations and live performances. Prepare your tastebuds for unusual flavour sensations (like the vegemite and cheese snag) and get ready to celebrate all things Aussie. Find out more on the event here.

Take a hands-on pasta class with one hand on a glass of pinot at Pinot and Pasta – I Like Too Much this Sunday at Rob Dolan Wines in Warrandyte South with O My chef Tyson Bertoncello. $155. Book at robdolanwines.com.au

To help her family weather the drought, farmer Julia Foyster from Tweed in northern NSW has created a range of condiments, recognised at this year’s Australian Food Awards. See the Tweed Real Food range at tweedrealfood.com.

Join delicious. for our 18th birthday at the rebooted Lotus in Potts Point on Monday 18 November. After an Aperol Spritz, enjoy four courses of chef Dan Hong’s original Lotus dishes. $135 with matched wines. To book: lotus.floktu.com

Danny Bowien (one of New York’s hottest young chefs) will join forces with Long Chim’s David Thompson for a one-night-only event on the 19th November. Combining their passion for Asian cuisine, these two chefs are preparing to showcase a deliciously memorable meal for diners. This is one event that Sydney foodies will not want to miss. Tickets for the dinner can be purchased here.