about the 18th Symposium of Australian Gastronomy
11 December 2011 – still proceeding
Thanks to all inquirers keen to see the 18th Symposium Proceedings – we’re still at work on this – all paper-givers will be advised when available. If you would like an email alert too, please leave a message.
11 July -Proceedings proceeding
We are currently working on the 18th Symposium Proceedings. A note to those who contributed the delicious morning tea goods and jams – please send recipes, notes etc for inclusion – by popular demand.
The 17th Symposium Proceedings will be published online after this when content available.
13 May – Welcome Reception at 6pm in Kings Hall; Debate at 7.15pm in House of Representatives Chamber at and La Petroleuse Dinner at 8.15pm in The Ginger Room
11 May - Registrations closed
6 May – News for participants - information about what to bring, access to Old Parliament House and more ..
4 May – Media release
29 April – We’ve unveiled our menu! Check the Program for a tantalising glimpse of our Federation of Taste and please note – bookings for Friday night’s revolutionary dinner are separate from your registration Book Now!
26 April – Dégustation Dinner - this is an optional extra on Friday night following the debate but it is absolutely not to be missed – we’ll reveal details of this very special Symposium event soon …
20 April – Program update - if yours is a sessional booking please note change to Session 5 on Sunday 15th – see Program
5 April – Unable to attend the whole Symposium? We are sorry you will miss out on any part of this exciting program – but let us know if you wish to book for Saturday only, or for Sunday only, as single day bookings are possible.
1 April – Special Accommodation deals are available at the Forrest Hotel and Apartments – details on the Accommodation page.
1 April - Banquet Guests - Registered Delgates may invite guests to the Symposium banquet on Saturday evening 14th May 2011 in the Members Dining Room at Old Parliament House. The price is $130 per guest. Please indicate guests’ names on the registration form and pay by direct deposit or cheque – details on the registration form.
25 March – To assist visitors to Canberra, and even locals, a list of great places for breakfast, light meals and coffee during the Symposium, and also places to dine for those arriving early or staying on after the Symposium has been specially prepared: Guide to Canberra Restaurants and Cafes.
21 March – Book for the optional Dégustation dinner at the Ginger Rooms, Old Parliament House – Friday 13th May, 9:15 PM
21 March -The full program is now available.
Press Releases
4 May – Media release
July 2010 Press Release (424kb)
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