A Foodie Affair: Cultured & Cured – FAQ’s

FAQs

• What do I receive as part of my ticket?

  Ticket holders will receive:

  • A Cultured & Cured stamp card
  • A Cultured & Cured map
  • South Melbourne Market map
  • Dishes and samples from our participating food traders

• What's on the menu?

  • Agathé Pâtisserie - Koren Kimchi, Bacon and Corn Cheese Melt Mini Croissant.
  • Bambu Asian Eating House - Kimchi Pancake with Mozzarella served with Caramelised Black Chilli Soy Vinaigrette. (V)
  • Cobb Lane Bakery - Black Garlic and Miso Pastry: Black Garlic Curd, Miso Brown Butter Financier, Black Garlic Chantilly, Grated Salted Egg Yolk, encased in Croissant Pastry. (V)
  • Fritz Gelato - Lassi Mango Frozen Yoghurt. (V)
  • Greek'n Out - Grilled Loukaniko Greek Salad with Tzatziki Base, Pork Sausage, Topped with Cherry Tomato and Dill, drizzled with Extra Virgin Olive Oil. 
  • K-Sein - Raw Milk Cheese with Mountain Bush Pepper. (V)
  • Pizzateca Lupa - Piccolo Salumi Misti with San Daniele, Salami, Bresaola with Giardiniera and focaccia.  
  • Simply Spanish - Spanish White Anchovy on Grilled Sourdough with Caramalised Onion, topped with Bitter Dark Chocolate. 
  • SMITHBURG - Fried Pickle Spears with Ranch Dressing. (V)
  • UGO Burrata Bar - Burrata Bao: Burrata, Fennel Kraut, and Hoisin in a Bao Bun. (V)

• How long will the event take?

  Cultured & Cured is a self-guided tour where you can roam around the Market in your own time, stopping along the way to enjoy some delicious food. There is no time limit, however, we recommend allowing 2-3 hours to complete the tour. Normal market hours apply with stalls inside the Market closing at 4pm Wednesday and Saturday and 5pm on Friday. Our Cecil Street restaurants also have extended trading hours so if you are planning on taking your time, we recommend leaving these restaurants until last. Please check individual website for opening hours. 

• What time is Cultured & Cured?

  There are two sessions on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, which take place between 5-15 November. You can select to purchase a ticket for 11am or 1pm.

• Where does Cultured & Cured start?

  When you arrive, please head to the Market Office in the Centre Aisle where you will receive your Cultured & Cured Stamp Card, Map and Market Bag to start you on your journey. 

• Will there be allocated seating available at each venue?

  Ticket holders can choose to dine in participating venues (subject to availability) or opt for takeaway to enjoy while walking around the Market or dining in any of the Market’s public spaces.

• Does this event cater for any dietary requirements?

  Some of our traders will cater for dietary requirements. Please contact them directly to find out more. 

• Which traders are offering complimentary tastings?

  Moses and Co. Market Wholefoods - Sip on refreshing, wild-fermented organic kombucha from Good Brew Kombucha, packed with microbial diversity. Tastings take place on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout Foodie Affair from 11am - 2pm. 

  Georgie's Harvest - Discover the rich depth of flavour in black garlic products from Garlicious Grown including black garlic salt, paste, vinegar and powder. Tastings take place every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday throughout Foodie Affair during Market trading hours. 

• Where is the best place to park?

  Parking is available on the rooftop carpark (access via Coventry Street) and York Street carpark. There is also parking available in surrounding streets close to the Market. 

• Outdoor events / weather

  Cultured & Cured is an indoor event and will run rain, wind or shine. 

• Can I change the date of my ticket?

  A change of date will be subject to availability. Please contact smm@portphillip.vic.gov.au to request a change. 

• What is the cancellation policy?

  Cancellation by Ticket Holder: In case a ticket holder wishes to cancel their ticket, they may do so up to 7 days prior to the event date, and they will receive a refund of the ticket price. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 7 days of the event date.

  No-shows: If a ticket holder fails to show up for the event, no refund will be issued.

  Event Cancellation: In the unlikely event that the event is cancelled or rescheduled, all ticket holders will be notified via email and provided with information regarding the refund or rescheduling process.

  Force Majeure: In case of a natural disaster, an act of terrorism, or other unforeseen circumstances, the event may be cancelled without notice. In such cases, ticket holders will be notified as soon as possible, and refunds will be issued in accordance with applicable laws.

• Who should I contact if I require a refund?

  Please email your booking details to smmmarketing@portphillip.vic.gov.au to request a refund, along with the reason for requesting the refund. Your request will be assessed by the South Melbourne Market team.