Taste of the Beaches, 2022: Food, beer and wine celebration in northern beaches

The month-long festival is being held across dozens of northern beaches venues, with a host of events to inspire foodies of all types.

Palm Beach Wine Garden will kick off the festival with an exclusive cellar door event, complete with local food and live music at Governor Phillip Park from 11.30am until 6pm on Sunday.

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There's a wide range of other events scheduled for May, including raclette nights at The Cumberland; mediterranean food and cocktails at Fuel by Night; intimate dinners with winemakers at Belgrave Cartel; and a tinnie masterclass at Wings and Tins.

Dunes is hosting a Brokenwood wine night; there's pork knuckle parties at the Austrian Club; and a degustation dinner at Bucketty's Brewing Co. Or, why not try out a delectable five-course tasting menu inspired by the iconic surf trip from Malibu to Mexico at Harbord Hotel.

On Thursday, May 5, Frida's Mexican Kitchen will be celebrating Mexican festival Cinco de Mayo, and the community is invited along for the party. There will be food and drink specials at the Narrabeen restaurant, along with Mexican music by 'Lorenzo Loco'.

"The food is mouth-watering and it'll be a lot of fun on the night," owner Ben Coles said. "There will also be prizes for the best Frida Kahlo costumes."

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On Saturday, May 21 the Food Truck Party will return to Winnererremy Bay in Mona Vale.

The hugely popular Taste of Manly will wrap up the month-long festival on May 28-29. It's back after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, and has moved to a new location inside Manly Oval.

The new-look event will focus on food stalls from northern beaches restaurants, cafes and caterers as well as local brewers, local distilleries and select wineries, all complimented by entertainment from local musicians. Entry is $10 plus booking fee (non-alcohol $5 plus booking fee).

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Northern Beaches Council mayor Michael Regan said there will be something for everyone at the festival.

"From Manly to Palm Beach to Terrey Hills and everywhere in between, the northern beaches will be the place to eat, drink and play in May," he said.

Explore the full Taste of the Beaches program here.

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