How to spend 24 hours in the Barossa

Posted 16 January, 2019 Jeremy Rochow

Looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, but only have a weekend to spare? Head to the Barossa Valley for a short trip. It’s the perfect mix of food, wine and activities, and it’s just an hour from Adelaide.  

Put your trust in The Eatery

You’ve driven in from Adelaide, it’s almost lunchtime, and your stomach is beginning to grumble. Give in to your belly and begin your time in the Barossa at Maggie Beer’s iconic Farm Shop in Nuriootpa. If you really want to take your tastebuds on an adventure, head next door to The Eatery, run by Maggie Beer’s daughter Elli.   Here, you’ll find a restaurant that puts an emphasis on simple, seasonal food in a relaxed environment. In fact, Elli and chef Tim Bourke have taken seasonal to the next level, with the menu changing daily to include the freshest produce sourced locally.­

Quick tip – choose the ‘trust us’ menu and let the kitchen take you on a culinary journey with surprises around every corner. It’s reasonably priced and will let you try a range of dishes.

  Although the Eatery’s fare changes daily, one thing that never sways is the way the flavour combinations, like the caramelised jersey milk and verjuice dessert, which makes you hum with pleasure at every bite.    

Try some of the Barossa’s finest drops

Now you’ve filled your belly with some fantastic food, you’re ready to explore the Barossa. If you like wine, you’ll be spoilt for choice, with wineries like Seppeltsfield, Jacob’s Creek and Penfold’s calling the Barossa home.   Established in 1851, Seppeltsfield is one of the area’s oldest wineries and is well-known for its signature wine, the 100-year-old Para Tawny. There’s lots to do at this historic winery – you can see the estate on a Segway or go on a Grand Insight Tour and Tasting with one of the Seppeltsfield’s wine educators.