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The Louise is thrilled to announce an exclusive dining event with one of South Australia’s most celebrated chefs, Duncan Welgemoed.

On Friday September 12th 2025, Duncan – the South African-born owner-chef behind Adelaide’s iconic Africola and Africola Canteen – will take over the kitchen at The Louise’s dedicated event space, Contour, for a one-night-only culinary experience.

Renowned for his bold, African-inspired flavours and inventive approach to vegetables, meats, ferments, and desserts, Duncan will design a shared plates menu that reflects his fearless cooking style, complemented by specially selected Barossa wines.

Diners can expect a flavour-packed feast with highlights including: Gazander oysters with Bloody Mary hot sauce Peri peri chicken hearts Spiced lamb shoulder with devilled mint Smoked pumpkin with tahini cream and boom chakalaka Finished with a decadent Amaro flan Guests will experience Duncan’s signature fire-driven cooking against the elegant backdrop of the Barossa’s rolling vineyards.

Venue: Contour at The Louise, Barossa Valley

Date: Friday, 12 September 2025

Cost: $175 per person, including local wines

Seating One: 5:45pm for 6:00pm start | Seating Two: 8:15pm for 8:30pm start  (*reservations essential)

To reserve your seat at the table, click here.

For further information and to enquire about a stay at The Louise, click here.