Plenty of food, plenty of flavour

Food with a view

Whether you’re having a picnic on the side of the road or you’re heading out to a boojie wine-filled restaurant, you’ll get some great views of the Barossa Valley.

With great wine comes great food!

The grapevines are parallel lined all along the fields and go all the way up to the horizon line.

There are many different bakeries, cafes, restaurants and eateries which all showcase the best of the Barossa’s food scene.

With such a focus on quality wine, it’s no surprise that the foods of the Barossa are equally high quality!

The local foods in the Barossa are heavily European-influenced – and of course, to match the wine, there are cheeses, meats, and a whole smorgasbord of different local flavours which twin with the wines of the area.

German influence

The German influence is one of the main reasons why the Barossa is full of foods that have been smoked, baked and preserved. The German tradition of smoked sausages, cured meats and sourdough is prevalent in the Barossa! A common favourite in the Barossa? Mettwurst!

Mettwurst is a smoky and lightly spiced type of smoked meat. You’ll find it in lots of wine tastings, and the town of Tanunda is home to a butchery which sells this locally sourced and hand-treated meat. You’ll certainly find lots of artisanal shops that sell pickled goods, fermented favourites and good quality bread.

Fresh from the farms

As a countryside region that produces lots of different vegetables, it’s easy to tell that there is plenty of freshness in Barossa produce. With countryside produce that promises freshness (and therefore lots of flavour), you’ll find plenty of quality bites to eat! Check out the Barossa Farmers Markets for a slice of locally curated artisanal goodness.

The best way to experience the food of the Barossa Valley? Join our Food and Wine Food Lover’s Tour!

Or, head to one of the established Barossa restaurants for a scrumptious bite of quality local flavour.