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Sydney CBD and Surrounds, Flaminia , 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Dates: 7 June – 8 June – 6pm – 10.30pm
Location: Sydney CBD and Surrounds, Flaminia , 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Cost: From $200.00* – Buy Tickets
Regional Dinner Series: Riverina with Luke Piccolo & Giovanni Pilu at Flaminia Sydney
Experience an extraordinary culinary collaboration as acclaimed regional chef Luke Piccolo joins celebrated restaurateur and chef Giovanni Pilu for two exclusive dinners at Flaminia in Sydney’s Circular Quay as part of the inaugural Vivid Food Regional Dinner Series 2026.
Taking place across two intimate evenings on 7 and 8 June 2026, this limited dining experience brings together the rich agricultural traditions of the Riverina region with the refined flavours and heritage of Sardinian cuisine, creating a unique menu that celebrates regional storytelling through food.
Event Details
- Event: Regional Dinner Series: Riverina with Luke Piccolo & Giovanni Pilu
- Venue: Flaminia
- Address: 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
- Dates: 7 – 8 June 2026
- Time: 6:00pm – 10:30pm
- Tickets: From $200 per person
A Celebration of Riverina Produce & Sardinian Tradition
Chef-owner of the renowned Limone Dining in Griffith, Luke Piccolo is known for his deep connection to regional produce and Italian-inspired cooking rooted in family traditions. For this special collaboration, Piccolo will bring premium ingredients directly from his own Piccolo Family Farm in the Riverina, showcasing the exceptional quality and diversity of regional New South Wales produce.
Joining him is Sydney hospitality icon Giovanni Pilu, whose restaurant Flaminia has become synonymous with elegant Italian dining and heartfelt Sardinian hospitality. Together, the two chefs will present a carefully curated multi-course set menu inspired by their shared Italian heritage while highlighting the flavours, ingredients and stories of regional Australia.
Estate Wines & Farm-Grown Pairings
Each course will be complemented by thoughtfully selected beverage pairings featuring estate wines and spirits produced on the Piccolo Family Farm, creating a complete dining experience that reflects the landscape, culture and craftsmanship of the Riverina region.
Guests can expect a seasonal menu showcasing:
- Farm-fresh produce from the Riverina
- Italian and Sardinian-inspired dishes
- Premium regional wines and spirits
- Refined seafood and handmade pasta
- Traditional techniques with contemporary presentation
- An intimate chef-led dining atmosphere
An Exclusive Intimate Dining Experience
With only 50 guests per evening, these dinners are designed to offer a highly personal and detail-driven culinary experience. The limited seating allows both chefs to deliver the exceptional care, precision and hospitality they are known for, making this one of the standout dining events of Vivid Sydney 2026.
Set within Flaminia’s elegant Circular Quay dining room overlooking Sydney Harbour, the evening combines fine dining, regional storytelling and warm Italian hospitality in an unforgettable setting.
About the Vivid Food Regional Dinner Series
The Vivid Food Regional Dinner Series is a new citywide initiative celebrating the culinary identity, produce and talent of regional New South Wales. Across multiple exclusive events, acclaimed regional chefs collaborate with Sydney restaurants to create one-off menus that spotlight local ingredients, winemakers, brewers and artisan producers.
The series brings together some of the state’s finest culinary voices, creating unique dining experiences that connect regional communities with Sydney’s vibrant food scene.
Food lovers can also explore other events within the series, including the headline collaboration A Shared Table with Yotam Ottolenghi.
Why You Should Attend
This exclusive dinner offers a rare opportunity to experience two highly respected chefs collaborating across regional and metropolitan culinary traditions. Combining Riverina produce, Sardinian influence and world-class hospitality, the event captures the essence of Vivid Food’s celebration of creativity, culture and connection through food.
Whether you are passionate about regional dining, Italian cuisine, fine wine or immersive culinary experiences, this intimate collaboration promises an unforgettable evening in the heart of Sydney.
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