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Maeve O’Meara’s life revolves around creating unique food experiences for people who love life to share through Gourmet Safaris.
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13/08/2024

My gorgeous talented daughter in law showing some of her stunning new range featuring “Maasai tartan” in the most beautiful colours of blue and copper.
All made by and modelled by the family .. my son Conor and granddaughter Arabella.
So much admiration for this business which she started with a sewing machine and a lot of style.

These bags are fabulous.. lined, with pockets, strong, stylish and they bring joy. And the hat and hair ornaments so lovely.
Great gifts too!

12/08/2024

Check out these beautiful pictures from our Marrickville Producers Safari .. taken by .c.schaffer for magazine .. we are so honoured our behind the scenes visits of family owned businesses are being featured.
Thank you to Liz and our hosts is.us.au

And if this looks like a magic dayday out to you spaces on our Thu 22nd of August Safari.
Please call our office on 8969 6555 or book online

09/08/2024

Very excited to announce that Gourmet Safaris is working with New Zealand’s adored chef on our Safari through Central Otago in 2025.

Will we will have the most wonderful morning on Nadia’s huge farm Royalburn and lunch with her.

One safari is already full but we have spaces on the 28th of February to 6th March.

Check out the itinerary and please call us if you’d like to discuss this trip.

Thanks to Shelly Rhodes for driving me to visit Nadia. Appreciated ..along with your photo skills!
Join us, this is an incredible trip!
My tshirt thanks Jacqui Twopaddocks Cru

08/08/2024

A few weeks ago I met one of Ernest Shackleton’s descendants in Ireland and we spoke of his incredible ancestor who journeyed to Antarctica and attempted to cross the ice -at first in a ship - called the Endurance -then as a rescue mission for his stranded crew.
It’s a remarkable story and seeing some early footage in the VR Thin Ice was wonderful .. and then to have the story told with photos and re-enactments . .. love visiting museums

07/08/2024

Big French Gourmet Safaris Day this coming Saturday .. a day of the best cheese, baguettes, croissants, exceptional ingredients from butter to truffles and restaurant quality meat, a champagne and chocolate tarting, 3 course lunch with wine.. including this touch-your-heart French onion soup from …
This is what one of our guests from last safari said:
“I came on the tour from a recommendation from a fellow work colleague who did the same tour a few months ago and I will be certainly spreading the word of how fabulous it is. Guide Alex is so knowledgeable and charming and Ali is an awesome driver, we had an amazing day!

We learnt so many new things from Michael about the French pastries and bread and the way they are made, and from Sogna about the beautiful cheeses and their origins, and how to store and care for our own cheeses.

David Bitton at his restaurant was such an amazing person to listen to and very playful as well.
Thank you all again for such a magnificent first timer foodie tour. I’ll be bank again for certain!”

Thank you Kim R…
We have spaces for this Saturday!
Join us.

05/08/2024

Grandmother day!! Is there anything better than a pupil free day? Exploring rock pools and learning about limpets and anemones, Neptune’s necklace and how important it is to pick up rubbish on our beaches.

Arabella called this place “Imagination Beach”

31/07/2024

Tasmanian handmade gifts from my visit last week.. what treasures! Like a warm hug… from Judith who I worked with on Taste of Tasmania for a number of years came to Mel’s launch of with the most charming hand knitted cotton useful things .. face washers/ hand wipers.
And she had folded the gift box herself!
We all need to learn that skill.

Gorgeous to be remembered so fondly .. and wow what a gift from the heart and clever hands..
Plus from Sue and Noel (friends of Mel’s .. never met) the most deeply delicious tomato relish with whole spices. Slathered over melting cheese toasties. Mmm..

30/07/2024

New dishes on the menu .sydney and we couldn’t have been happier .. traditional Turkish flavours, largely plant-based .. each mouthful a gift.
First pic is Kadinbudu kofte ..mushrooms, rice and lentils dressed with a twinkle of gold… set to be a new favourite …plus leeks, octopus, kingfish collars grilled .. spicing so assured.. the green dip is a whipped feta, pistachios, seeet and sour grapes, dill and basil. Chef you are on fire!

28/07/2024

Our brilliant friend and his reimagined .. the design work is the cover of his cracking cookbook and cool tote bags.
Lunch and a taste of Lebanese wine so good .. no pics .. apologies.. swept up in the moment!

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28/07/2024

The delicious joy of tasting and learning with Paolo, Salma and Brandon .. we live the macho, Jamon, paprika, arepas, chorizo on the asador and Roche de leche. -and the welcome! Last shot our frequent fliers Deb and Marg returning to enjoy this safari again!

26/07/2024

What a brilliant night in Hobart for my friend Mel launching her book

A packed audience and record sales after a great chat about what motivated her to take “life long service leave” in Thailand.

It’s a moving story of one woman rescuing her life, taking time after tumultuous years supporting and advocating for her husband suffering from PTSD and depression after his extended duty in Afghanistan and Iraq.
A story of learning a language and the charm and joy in time with Thai people.
So very proud of Mel’s achievement … in writing and finding editors and designers and self publishing this great and inspiring read.

26/07/2024

Morning walk Hobart .. the warm hug that is the CWA shop in Elizabeth St with its charming ladies in aprons, old fashioned baked goods, knitted and crocheted wool for teacosies and those lovely Tassie Devil beanies.. then for sweet things and quick pop in to the gorgeous chefs Sophie and Lachlan who cook for our Tasmanian Gourmet Safari at Hobart’s best kept secret restaurant

24/07/2024

If you’re following our safaris you’ll know how unique they are .. we are always planning and honing our trips .. our dates for Sardinia and Corsica on 2025 will be out soon ., plus we have spaces on our New Zealand Safari and South Australia
NZ 28 Feb – 6 March
SA 20 – 27 March

19/07/2024

Our Marrickville Producers Gourmet Safari on a Thursday is full of hidden delights .. starting with co-founder Scott who describes Marrickville as the Brooklyn of Sydney .. edgy, cool, not fancy, real and true .. love that … special visit to .is.us.au with big pillowey delicious sourdough crumpets made with single origin flour; then to behind the decrees and a colossal tasting with creative Director Anthony Silvio .. tasting their buffalo Persian feta, straciatelle; smoked cheese, and pairing exquisite buffalo yoghurt with sticky quince syrup..
Local, family businesses, dedication to flavour, we are blessed!
Book our next on 22nd August

19/07/2024

Travel 2025 … our South Australia Safari is absolutely cracking .. including a visit to the beautiful private home of Tina and Peter who get up early to get the lamb in the spit.. it’s an a phenomenal day of food and hosputalitt.y.. music, ouzo, dancing.
So looking forward to this!
Join us 20 to 27 March.

#.lambonthespit

19/07/2024

My rack .resell.relove in Manly going well .. including this light gorgeous cotton shirt seen catching the sunset in Corsica.
All priced to sell.

17/07/2024

After living out of suitcases for the past couple of months, I’ve come home and decided to gather some of my favourite pieces to be sold through .resell.relove

I did this once before - renting a rack - and it’s such a great thing to do. Love the circular economy. Love that good clothes can find a new home and I get some space in my cupboard ready for the next adventure.
Not pricing them high … and including some lovely Custo and Desigual that I’ve worn on TV.

They’re clothes that make you feel happy. Priced to sell.
Rack will be in Manly from@l tomorrow - cool place to visit with its pine trees and surf beach (one block from the shop) , cafes and accessible by ferry. And there’s parking right next to the store.

The first pic is Cos dress; then Melbourne label Leonard St;
From this Thursday. Open 10 - 5pm 7 Rialto Lane

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16/07/2024

Ah it’s found! A story I wrote last century for the Sydney Morning Herald on the group of top Indian chefs working in Sydney. The Taj Boys is such a charming story .. of how they all trained at the Taj group of hotels, came to Australia.. and supported each other. Love their conversation on horror customers (pic2) asking for a mild vindaloo .. and a table of 4 ordering a single thali plate (!!) ..love the cover photo too.
I’d lost this story and in celebrating 34 years in business one of the chefs Binny K Phillip still had a copy.
Congratulations to our dear friend .mahadevan whose sold out dinners over the next 5 nights are nothing short of spectacular.
What a celebration of the dishes he’s created over the years.
Thank you for an incredible dinner and your friendship and wrapping us in to your family. For appearing on our Food Safari series and continuing to host lunches in our brilliant Spice Safari.

16/07/2024

Exploring ahead of our weekend Afghan safari .. always looking for new and delicious tastes for our Gourmet Safaris guests.. and wow there’s a lot to be said for going to western Sydney - 99 cent fresh fragrant herbs, good quality lamb at great prices; fresh nuts, exotic jams, cooking pots, gorgeous cakes.

And saying hello to our hosts…

One place left for Saturday. Book online or call Suzy. 89696555

15/07/2024

Our French Safari on Saturday continuing to get rave reviews from our guests.. these pics from Frances who wrote this glowing review : “What a fabulous day it was. I highly recommend Gourmet Safaris!” Frances' Foodie Forays has the full glowing review!
And this from guest Kim-
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My husband and 2 friends and I would like to say how delighted we were to be able to go on the French adventure with guide Alex and our bus driver Ali today.

Alex is so knowledgeable and charming and Ali is an awesome driver, we had an amazing day.

We learnt so many new things from Michael about the French pastries and bread and the way they are made, and from Sogna about the beautiful cheeses and their origins, and how to store and care for our own cheeses.

David Bitton at his restaurant was such an amazing person to listen to and very playful as well. He even surprised us with an extra dish of mulled wine poached pear, and ice cream and crumble, which we were told is never normally served. This was a special for Bastille Day.

I came on the tour from a recommendation from a fellow work colleague who did the same tour a few months ago and I will be certainly spreading the word of how fabulous it is.

Thank you for you lovely words and thanks to our hosts

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and Ruth!

What a day!
Spaces a suitable for 10th August

13/07/2024

Brilliant write up of our French Gourmet Safari yesterday .. thank you so much!

12/07/2024

The absolute joy of home cooked Sri Lankan food while visiting my friend Shiranie. This was meant to be a “cup of tea visit” .. but was a feast of freshly made coconut roti, two sambals, coconut rice and beef smore .. deeply delicious slow cooked chuck steak with all the spices and pandan and curry leaves .. all eaten with hands.
Surely I have the best job in all the world..

as well!

09/07/2024

Gourmet Safaris has just been voted a top food experience from .. thanks to all our supporters for taking the time to review our tours in Sydney, Melbourne, Australia and across the world.
The most important thing for us is supremely happy guests.
Gourmet Safaris is 26 years old at the end of July. Such a happy milestone!

05/07/2024

Paddy’s Markets with schoolholiday granddaughter Arabella choosing all her favourite fresh fruit and vegetables.. and learning new varieties. We bought the orange heirloom tomatoes to share with Mae and Victoria. And little sweet apples, raspberries and strawberries, corn, Brussels sprouts, bananas, melons.
And met Dash who grew up in Nepal watching Food Safari.

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04/07/2024

Indian breakfast followed by kulfi of your choice .. join our Gourmet Safaris guide .co in bustling vibrant Harris Park for a supremely delicious breakfast of many dishes at one of the hugely popular restaurants and then explore the neighbourhood including a guided tour of one of the big emporiums .. it’s like bring with a fun food-savvy friend.
And you get to taste one of these deeply delicious kulfi.
Saturday 27th July
Book online at gourmet safaris.com.au or call us in office hours on 02 89696555

03/07/2024

How’s this for a plot - fun, smart woman turns 50 and after many unexpected twists and turns of life, decides it time for “life long service leave” and she leaves fabulous home, husband, fur babies to immerse in Thailand and continue language classes (she spent time there as a teenager) and live like a Thai (so many delicious dishes and I guarantee you’ll be hanging for mango and sticky rice )… think Eat Pay Love done a little differently.
I’m honoured to launching the book of Mel’s experiences on Thursday 25th July at Fullers Bookshop in Hobart.
It’s going to be a cracking, colourful, funny and emotional evening. Booking fast - we’d love to see you!

Book: https://www.fullersbookshop.com.au/event/doing-life-differently-mel-pike-in-conversation-with-maeve-omeara/

Link in profile to help you.

03/07/2024

If you’re following our safaris you’ll know how unique they are .. we are always planning and honing our trips .. our dates for Sardinia and Corsica in May and June 2025 will be out soon … plus we have spaces on our New Zealand Safari and South Australia next year.
NZ 28 Feb – 6 March
SA 20 – 27 March

30/06/2024

Loved seeing my cousin Matt and his partner Joan and Matt’s daughter Fran .. 24 hours of talking. Was brilliant.
Thanks for everything.
Xx.

30/06/2024

Lovely to spend time with .omeara.1 who is one of Matt’s six children and such a gorgeous girl .. expecting her first child in October.
Great having breakfast in the farmhouse then lunch together.

30/06/2024

Taste highlights from Ireland in the past few days- fresh pea, gem lettuce, ricotta, pine nuts and Parma ham &Byrne.
Friends Monica and John serving Tipperary chips in lovely bowl in their garden to accompany prosecco
Guinness .. it’s a meal in itself ( )
Bread full of deep goodness made by .ie and Carol and my cousin Catherine in most beautiful home
Monkfish and samphire in a bouillabaisse stock (note new potatoes which come as a separate bowl of deliciousness for each diner along with big pats of butter)
Irish salmon on orzo and lamb shank and my favourite Irish bread
Fascinating fun week.. thanks to my daughter , extended family and friends.

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Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

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Our Italian walking Safari in Haberfield I includes a visit to @chocolateartisan and a taste of chocolate from the Solomon Islands. Perfect as a thick spiced drink on this grey wet Sydney day. #gourmetsafaris #foodtour #haberfield

Loved meeting with @koi_knives founder Ramon who had sent knives as gift to us at @beachsafari_currarong .. totally out of the blue .. such a generous gesture as he wanted to thank us for endiess hours watching Food Safari. I had to visit now I’m in Adelaide and give him a gold coin (tradition so friendships are not cut) What beautiful knives. I had to buy one of the wooden magnetic blocks which look fabulous and will hold our knives. They’re so reasonably priced (as are the knives) at $65. Mount on Velcro. Ramon started this business making Japanese knives after a brain tumour diagnosis made him realise it was time to leave his tech job and start his own business with friend Shannon. Wow. Thanks for a great afternoon visit Ramon and Sam. #generosity #knives #japanese #thankyou

It’s always been about the friendships.. many of our guests form incredible friendships on safaris, especially the ones that involve time away (1 week safaris in Australia) ) 2 weeks on international trips.. people meet like minded people, they share good food and wine and great experiences and stay in touch.So happy to see our travellers come together. Especially with our favourite Greek chef Peter Conistis at our end of year feast @ploossydney With wines from @gapstedestate. The day captured by @maeadjoa Live sketches from @stackcreativex (cover pic @k_roche62 ) #friends #friendship #foodandwine #gourmetsafaris #25years#foodtour

The power and the passion. For 30 years chef Peter Conistis has drawn inspiration from his Greek heritage to create dishes singing with flavour. Customers over many years have always begged him not to take them off the menu. On Saturday our Gourmet Safaris guests enjoyed all the top hits from the “father of modern Greek cuisine” at his waterfront restaurant @ploossydney - from taramasalata (black and luxurious served with house-made pita bread) through crab and haloumi tart; eggplant and scallop moussaka, watermelon salad with prawns; duck and black olive pie; chocolate baklava with chocolate and coffee ice cream (wow) and fresh figs.. all with superb wines from @gapstedestate - prosecco, rosè, Pinot Gris, Tempranillo And absolute waterfront! The day captured by my daughter-in-law @maeadjoa #foodiegroundhogday#thankgodfortastebuds#gourmetsafaris#foodtour#lunch#sydney#absolutewaterfront#moderngreek

Golden glorious moments at our Gourmet Safaris end of year celebration right on the water @ploossydney with the most superb cool climate wines from our friends @gapstedestate Their fine elegant Prosecco always starts our lunches and is a prelude to some incredible food and beautifully crafted table wines that are such a find .. their High country Pinot Gris and Tempranillo plus Alpine Road rosé are superb.The day captured by @maeadjoa #wine#prosecco#pinotgris #tempranillo #rosé #thankgodfortastebuds

Phill O’Donnell @gardners_bay_farm on what us grown in different areas. This farm supplies vegetables to many of the top restaurants in Hobart and the Huon. #gourmetsafaris #foodtour

Lisbon exploring with my gorgeous daughter @kittystack .. thanks to our @sardinhadobairro tuktuk guide Nuno for camera work. #gourmetsafaris #foodtour #portugal #resttime

Watch @sydneyweekender 5.30 to see our brilliant Indian Breakfast .. next Safari Saturday 28th October.. this will be popular!

Our South Australian Safari is full of the best food and wine, produce markets, art galleries, visits to private homes, cooking classes and many behind the secret door experiences.. including bowling at a 1930s alley with young kid resetting pins each time. Such fun. Dates for 2023: 23rd to 30th March. https://www.gourmetsafaris.com.au/product/south-australian-gourmet-food-safari/

We are so fortunate to visit behind the scenes at ethical butcher @featherandboneprovidore and see skilled butchers like Dean, David, Booey and Sarah slicing veal, using every part of pasture raised animals. Our Gourmet Safaris guests get a whole new perspective of food and the assured hands that prepare it. Thank you Grant Hilliard and Laura Dalrymple for welcoming our guests. Merguez lamb sausages for dinner were superb! #marrickville #producers #ethical #butcher #skills

Whole roast pumpkin part of an incredible lunch spread @stix.cafe ..cooked whole then inside of pumpkin scooped out and mixed with currants, oregano and pine nuts and back for further baking before being topped with toasted sunflower seeds and edible flowers. This was wonderful . Thanks to sous chef Gary and @chef_stix for 5 star lunch! #marrickville #cafe #topchefs #pumpkin #soclever #vegetarian

Dressed to enter the realm of the cheese makers @vannellacheese with our host Vannella’s Creative Director @anthony_silvio .. Gourmet Safaris has special access to the production area. #blessedarethecheesemakers #artisan #cheese #behindthescenes

We love our safaris going behind the secret door and our first visit to @vanellacheese new premises was the bomb! Thank you @anthony_silvio and the entire Minoia family who founded this artisan cheese business last century.

Fresh roasted coffee @doubleroasters in Marrickville. Our favourite roaster and co founder Scott kicking off our Marrickville Producers Safari. Flight Path blend fending off jet lag! #gourmetsafaris #foodtours #marrickville #producers #coolestplaceonearth

Oooh excitement of a new island.. Santorini. #santorini #greekislandsafari #greece #foodtour #lucky #heavenonearth

All the action and deliciousness of street food favourite kottu roti at Gourmet Safaris next fabulous Sri Lankan feast with mother and son Shiranie and @shaunchristiedavid @colombosocial We’ve just announced new date Saturday 5th November 12.30. Repeating this winning menu with matched cool climate wines from our friends @gapstedwines in the Victorian High Country. Thanks @k_roche62 for these great pics from Saturday. Cant wait to do it all again! Such a warm wonderful day and the food was exceptional! Roti action from Chef Chamara Pathiranage ..love it! @chamarapathiranage #gourmetsafaris #banquet #srilankanfood #saturdayfeast #motherandson #stringhoppers #kotturoti

So blessed to have traditional string hoppers at our Gourmet Safaris Sri Lankan lunch. Star of the day Shiranie and chef Chamera showing how they’re made.. then steamed and served with curry and accompaniments. New dates on our site Monday!