From the Valley
to the Sea

An exclusive one-off event as part of Newcastle Food Month!

From The Valley to the Sea - Matched Wines - Newcastle Food Month
$195.00

What’S INCLUDED in your long lunch

As part of Newcastle Food Month, we are proud to present “From The Valley to the Sea”, a one off exclusive dining experience hosted at Pier Ninety Seven, a shared dining experience with live music and stunning views over Newcastle Harbour. This long lunch celebrates the incredible food culture of Newcastle and the surrounding region.

This indulgent long lunch features a carefully curated five course individually plated menu, designed by our chefs to showcase the very best produce from both the land and sea. Each course is thoughtfully paired with exquisite Hunter Valley wines from Pepper Tree Wines, selected to complement and elevate every dish. Expect refined flavours, seasonal ingredients and a relaxed yet elevated dining experience.

What’s included:
• Canapé on arrival with a glass of bubbles
• Starter with a paired wine
• Entrée with a paired wine
• Main Course with a paired wine
• Dessert with a sweet wine to finish

  • Live Musician

  • Panoramic views of Newcastle Harbour

  • Chef designed bespoke menu

Each course has been intentionally designed to flow seamlessly, creating a memorable dining journey from start to finish.

About The Wilderness Chef
The Wilderness Chef is a local, award winning private dining and catering business led by Cooper Thomas. With over ten years of experience, the business has delivered exceptional dining experiences across the Hunter region, Tasmania and New Zealand. Founded by Cooper Thomas, formerly the executive chef of local Newcastle restaurants, The Wilderness Chef is known for chef designed menus, premium service and refined event dining.

About Pepper Tree Wines

For over thirty years, Pepper Tree Wines has been a beacon for quality wine in the heart of Hunter wine country. Founded in 1991, it continues to flourish as one of the stalwart wine companies of the region.

Pepper Tree Wines started with a focus on grapes from the Hunter Valley but today, the roots run deep for owner John Davis, with vineyard sites in four premium wine growing regions across Australia.

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, 12th of April, 2026

Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Pier Ninety Seven - 97 Hannell St, Wickham NSW

Please note:
This is an 18+ event.
Matched Wines must be selected at the time of booking. Wine will not be available for purchase on the day, allowing us to deliver a seamless and considered experience for all guests.

*All ticket sales are non-refundable and non-transferrable*

This is a limited and exclusive event and a true celebration of local food, wine and community.

From The Valley to the Sea - Matched Wines - Newcastle Food Month
$195.00
From The Valley to the Sea - Wine not included - Newcastle Food Month
$150.00

  • "Went to the pop up on 11th May. The food was sensational. A wonderful night of fantastic food, fun and laughter. Will definitely be back."

    Phillip B

  • "The food was honestly mind blowing..."

    Anne B

  • "Sensational hospitality and the food was outstanding! "

    Ash W

  • "Professional and friendly, providing everything with carefulness and beautifully presented, my family thoroughly enjoyed everything on the plate."

    Lucia G

  • "We had a wonderful long lunch at Stonehurst Cedar Creek in Wollombi, catered by The Wilderness Chef. The food and service was second to none"

    Felicity H