A new roaming food and wine experience has launched in the Hunter Valley, giving visitors an alternative to the region’s traditional sit-down winery lunches.
Entwine, which began operating in December, is a progressive dining concept that connects chef-run food trailers with wine tastings across four Hunter Valley wineries.
The experience allows guests to move between venues at their own pace, pairing street-style dishes with beverages at each stop rather than committing to a single meal.
The business currently operates across Calais Estate, First Creek Wines, De Bortoli Wines and Allandale Winery.
Each location hosts a dedicated food trailer, with menus designed to complement the wines produced at that venue.
Entwine is owned by husband-and-wife chefs Joe and Tatiana Wojarski, who moved to the Hunter region in 2021 after years working in hospitality in Sydney and overseas.
The couple said the idea grew out of conversations about how people typically experience food while visiting the region’s wineries.
‘We kept noticing the same two lunch options: fine dining or pub food,” they told the Newcastle Weekly.
“We wanted something in between, so you don’t have to stop for a two-hour lunch.
“Instead, you can enjoy a wine tour and have a roaming lunch along the way, with great food paired to each stop.”
According to the entrepreneurs, the food and wine pairings were developed in close collaboration with each winery, focused on flavour compatibility rather than convenience.
Lighter dishes are matched with fresher wine styles, while richer meals are paired with bolder varietals.
“We focused on what would actually taste good together,” they said.
“We work closely with the chefs, so the food feels like it was designed for that winery, not just brought in from outside.”
In addition to its daytime placements, Entwine also runs Sunset Feasts on Friday and Saturday night at Calais Estate.
The evening brings all four food trailers into one location, alongside a bar serving partner winery products, beers and pre-made drinks.
The Sunset Feasts also feature live music, dessert and local produce stalls, designed to create a social atmosphere aimed at both locals and visitors.
In wet weather, the experience moves indoors to Calais Estate’s barrel room.
Tatiana and Joe said the evening events were designed to create a relaxed alternative to formal dining.
“As the sun goes down and the stars come out, it’s about slowing down, catching up with friends, and experiencing the Hunter in a really easy, memorable way,” they explained.
“For visitors it’s a different side of the region, and for locals it’s a simple but special night out.”
Entwine’s owners hope the concept encourages visitors to explore more of the Hunter Valley without feeling rushed, while also supporting local wineries, chefs and producers through their flexible dining model.
Daytime experiences can be conducted at ones own pace or more organised trails can be booked via the Entwine website.
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