Taste Port Douglas 2025

Overview

Port Douglas is well known for its tropical climate and picturesque beauty. Yet don't overlook its burgeoning culinary scene, especially when annual events like Taste Port Douglas take over the calendar. Running from Thursday, August 7–Sunday, August 10, this celebration of feel-good food and drink in the tropics is marked by extraordinary cuisine and masterclasses, where Australia's top gastronomes reveal their secrets amid an idyllic sun-drenched backdrop.

So, what can you expect if you journey to FNQ's shores? The Festival Village is the beating heart of Taste Port Douglas, featuring non-stop entertainment across two stages. Catch celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, panel discussions and musical performances from 10am–5pm on Saturday, August 9–Sunday, August 10. Of course, there's also plenty of time to savour and sip from award-winning local distilleries alongside international faves, including Estrella Damm and Tequila Tromba.

Also on the agenda, the Long Lunch Series invites 600 guests to Market Park to relish a seaside meal beneath the dappled shade of poinciana trees. Meanwhile, The Takeover Series sees top-notch culinary talent move into restaurants across Port Douglas, Mowbray Valley and Palm Cove. There are numerous collaborations to explore, but one not to be missed is Stanley's chef Louis Tikaram serving up his creative Southeast Asian influences at the Lagoon House.

Budding home cooks can also participate in Taste Port Douglas' enchanting Masterclass Series. Offering a rare chance to learn from some of the industry's best, guests can join acclaimed chef Roger Pizey to learn the mysteries behind his iconic tarte tatin, or explore centuries-old cheese-making traditions alongside Vannella Cheese's Giuseppe Minoia. With 11 exclusive events to discover, each session's seats are strictly limited.