To enrich your dining experience, qualia offers private ‘talk and taste’ events, hosted by their knowledgeable staff. With the Executive Chef selecting the finest Australian and international products, to accommodate even the most demanding tastes, you’ll be swept away on an unforgettable culinary journey.

‘Sake and Sashimi’
Indulge in this food and wine signature experience and a slice of Japanese culture with our Sake and Sashimi tastings at qualia Long Pavilion. Journey through one of Japan’s oldest and most famous culinary traditions as some of the finest sake is individually matched with Australia’s highest quality, sashimi-grade fish. Learn the polishing process of rice and how it achieves the most delicate, aromatic and elegant sake in the world.

‘Champagne and Oysters’
The ultimate in complementary tastes, Champagne and oysters represent subtle and elegant flavours and are one of the finest expressions of luxury. This is a unique tasting experience as different styles of oyster are paired with the French Champagnes. It’s a culinary education that delivers a good understanding of the subtleties of this magical pairing. This is a fascinating exploration of famous Champagne houses and iconic oyster farm regions in Australia.

‘Wine and Cheese’
This is food and wine knowledge at its finest with a tasting experience held in qualia’s Long Pavilion, overlooking the Whitsunday Islands. An indulgent afternoon of incredible cheeses from Australia and around the world, are enjoyed with fine wines from both old world and new world vineyards. qualia resort’s sommelier leads the tasting and explains the nuances of this classic pairing, giving great insight into cheese and wine.