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Black Pearl Epicure is Brisbane’s premier providore of specialty foods. The range is diverse, representing the pinnacle of quality in each category, including olives and extra virgin olive oils; vinegars; fine cheeses from around Australia and the world; luxury products such as truffles and foie gras; pastes and condiments from culinary luminaries such as Simon Johnson, Maggie Beer, Tetsuya Wakuda and Christine Manfield. Black Pearl is the leading importer and supplier of saffron in Australia, and is the country’s foremost expert and supplier of the Sturgeon roe – true caviar. Black Pearl Epicure, has an unwavering commitment to quality and this is the foundation of the successful wholesale, retail and educational business. Black Pearl Epicure plays a substantial role in nurturing and encouraging an active food culture in Brisbane through the Cooking School and providing the opportunity to purchase and try the very best ingredients. Specific criteria must be met for Black Pearl Epicure to consider a product: it must be of the highest possible quality, made to traditional methods, preferably have D.O certification (a government-endorsed stamp to guarantee the origin, method of production and quality of a product), must use the very best quality natural ingredients and must, of course, taste wonderful. Where the standard of product is sufficient we are proud to support and endorse locally produced goods, and are pleased to observe a marked increase in both the number of producers and the quality of product.

Longview is a stunning, family-owned Adelaide Hills single vineyard located just outside the historic township of Macclesfield. Set on undulating slopes reminiscent of old world estates but with a clear Australian accent, it has quickly established itself as one of the most awarded vineyards in the region since its first vintage in 2001. Operations are overseen by brothers Mark and Peter Saturno, along with a small but specialised team. They ensure the vineyard is fastidiously managed to produce the finest fruit for their premium estate grown wines and provide a wine tourism experience that has placed Longview in the South Australian Tourism 'Hall of Fame'. With four-star accommodation, world-class events, picture perfect weddings and a brand new tasting room and eatery, Longview is more than just an award winning wine producer: it’s a unique destination that competes on the international stage.

To be honest, everything about Moo Brew is a bit unconventional. Like the fact the idea for the beer started with a bottle. Yep, David Walsh, the infamous Tasmanian gambling magnate and art collector, was travelling overseas when he found a bottle he liked, so naturally, he decided he’d build a brewery to fill it. As you do. The brewery was built at David's vineyard Moorilla Estate in Southern Tasmania, which he'd always referred to as Moo Land, and this formed the basis of his new brewery’s name – Moo Brew. Like the artwork of iconoclastic Australian artist John Kelly who was commissioned to create the labels (renowned for taking famous artworks and spinning them in his own distinct style). Similarly, when it came time to brew the beers, Moo Brew has been known from its inception for brewing traditional beer styles with some fundamental tweaks for a subtle twist on the classics. Moo Brew produce seven staple beers in can and bottle: a Pilsner, German-style Hefeweizen, an American Pale Ale, a Single Hop Tasmanian Pale, Mid Strength, American Dark Ale and Imperial Stout (or some call it the Velvet Sledgehammer). Throughout the year a suite of Limited Release beers also tend to pop up on tap around Tasmania, and sometimes in Melbourne and Sydney. You'll always find a Moo Brew at MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) either at the Moorilla Cellar Door or at one of the various Museum bars and restaurants.