Drink – Artisans of Barossa

If sampling delicious boutique wine in the beautiful Barossa valley sounds right up your alley, you need look no further than Artisans of Barossa. Located just an hour from Peppers Waymouth Hotel, The Artisans is a group of seven like-minded wine makers who all have a desire to represent different individual wine making styles. They are passionate about showcasing the diversity of grape crops Barossa region, and after a taste of one of these wines you will feel truly inspired by the South Australian wine scene. Reserve some time in the ‘Tasting Room’ or while away the afternoon sampling delights from the ‘Harvest Kitchen’ which celebrates the abundant produce of the Barossa and South Australia.
Tel – (08) 8563 3935
Corner of Light Pass Rd & Magnolia Road
Vine Vale
South Australia 5352

Eat – Orana

Orana is a restaurant with a difference, located in Adelaide’s dining hub on Rundle Street, it will make you truly consider the flavours of what you’re eating and challenge you to embrace the idea of dishes you may have never imagined. Creating strong ties to the Australian indigenous culture, it showcases many ‘bush tucker’ style ingredients in ways that are both modern and appetizing. With dishes like charred kangaroo tartare, gubbinge, grass & wild garlic or burnt damper ice cream & native currants, you know it’s a dining experience you’ll remember. The name Orana, itself means ‘welcome’ in Aboriginal, and that’s certainly what you’ll feel when you walk into this fine dining establishment.
Tel - (08) 8232 3444
Orana is located on the upper level of 285 Rundle Street.
Adelaide
South Australia 5000

Shop – Jam Factory

If you love discovering something completely unique and individual, then a trip to the Jam Factory is an absolute must during your time in Adelaide. Recognised internationally as a centre for excellence in the arts, the Jam Factory nourishes relationships with individual creators by providing them with a space to create and showcase their goods. It’s the perfect place to treat yourself to a gift or find something special to take home to loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a distinctive jewellery piece, a breathtaking piece of art or beautifully eclectic home wares, the Jam Factory will undoubtedly have something to tempt you.

The Jam Factory video tour
Tel - (08) 8231 0005
19 Morphett Street, open Monday to Saturday 10:00am – 5:00pm
Adelaide
South Australia 5000
Photograph by Mick Bradley

See – Bicentennial Conservatory

Located in the heart of Adelaide’s Botanic Garden, you will find the Bicentennial Conservatory. Built as a commemoration of Australia’s 1988 Bicentenary, it is to date the largest single span conservatory in all of the Southern Hemisphere. Wander through and feel like you’ve been transported to a prehistoric rainforest world. The echoing birdsong and the foggy tropical mist will truly make you forget you’re within a man-made structure. At 100m long and 47 metres wide, choose to walk along the forest floor or take pleasure in a canopy walk through the trees. Benches along the way mean you can take a break and just enjoy the environment, you’re welcome to bring along your lunch and enjoy sitting quietly for a while.
Adelaide Botanic Garden
Adelaide
South Australia 5000

Photograph by Grant Hancock

Do – Central Adelaide Markets

No trip to Adelaide is complete without a visit to the Central Adelaide Market. At over 145 years old, this food and produce market is a true Adelaide institution and a bustling hub of activity. The largest undercover market in the Southern Hemisphere, enjoy a stop by one of the many cultural cafes or perhaps pick up some tasty treats to delight in after perusing the diverse array of market stalls. Offering the freshest of fruits and vegetables, locally made cheeses, bakery goods and health foods, there is surely something to tempt everyone’s appetite.
Central Gouger Street, open Tuesday – Saturday (opening hours)
Adelaide
South Australia 5000