Our guide to nourishing Margaret River experiences

The Margaret River Farmers’ Market, held every Saturday, is the ideal spot to stock up on local goodies. Pick up some delicious olive oil from Uralba Eco Farm, macadamias from Treeton Valley, pasture-raised meat from Rosa’s Ridge and healing herbs from Barrabup Organics.

For an authentic taste of Margaret River wineries, Cullen Wines offers a carbon-positive experience with its biodynamic vineyards. The winery’s additive-free wines, including the distinctive Rose Moon sparkling red, are crafted with a commitment to purity and environmental care. Don’t forget to make a stop at Yallingup Woodfired Bread where, unusually for bakers, they have the ovens on all day. (PSA: the fruit loaves tend to come out around four in the afternoon.) Or sink your teeth into a very different perspective on the area’s natural bounty with Josh Whiteland on one of his Koomal Dreaming tours. You will learn about how Josh’s ancestors lived in harmony with the land as well as discovering some unusual flavours foraging with Josh for bush tucker such as quandong and saltbush.

Margaret River’s paddock-to-plate experiences are plentiful and allow you to savour the region’s bounty right at the source. At Glenarty Road, a fifth-generation farm in Karridale, you’ll savour seasonal dishes crafted from produce grown just steps from the table. Settle in for a long lunch overlooking vineyards and vegetable gardens, with a menu that celebrates fresh, farm-to-table flavours and sustainable farming practices. From pasture-raised meats to house-grown veggies, each plate is a tribute to their land and the region’s culinary excellence.

Voyager Estate, renowned for its organic and biodynamic vineyards, offers a wine-paired degustation experience that takes paddock-to-plate dining to the next level. With a commitment to organic farming and sustainable practices, Voyager’s tasting menu lets you enjoy each season’s best produce alongside their exceptional wines, capturing the quintessential Margaret River experience in every bite. For a truly unique twist, a dinner at de’sendent - at the top of Margaret River’s main street – is not to be missed. Helmed by innovative chefs, the restaurant sources ingredients from local farms who share their puritanical values and philosophies about how food is raised and grown. Each plate tells a story of the region, offering an inventive take on Margaret River’s bounty while staying true to its natural origins.

If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime Margaret River experience, visit the Margaret River Truffle Farm, home to Australia’s rare and prized black truffles. Join a truffle hunt and watch highly trained dogs sniff out these “black diamonds” before enjoying a truffle-infused meal that celebrates this elusive delicacy. With earthy, rich flavours that mirror the region’s natural beauty, it’s a taste of Margaret River you won’t soon forget.