The Crave Sydney International Food Festival, presented by Citibank, is a month-long feast of fabulous food events.

We launch with a bang on October 1 - with the culinary genius behind the World's Best Restaurant, Rene Redzepi of Noma, in Copenhagen. He will be appearing exclusively at Sydney Opera House for one spectacular evening, to present his inspirational food philosophy in person.

Rene's visit coincides with the Australian release of his first major book, Noma: Time and Place in Nordic Cuisine, published by Phaidon Press. So, in partnership with Phaidon, we've come up with an unbeatable book-and-ticket package for this very, very special event. Click here to get your tickets now.

Our Barbecue Madness launch weekend (October 2) will set Sydney sizzling and of course there's the buzzy hawker-style Night Noodle Markets in Hyde Park (October 11-15 & 18 -22).

For a truly global perspective, the don't-miss World Chef Showcase at Star City (October 8 - 10) is all about the big names and the big trends.

The Showcase themes reflect the culinary zeitgeist: an increasing concern about where our produce comes from and how it is grown; the fascinating flavours of the Middle East and Turkey; and of course, the latest in kitchen wizardry from the avant-garde chef set. To spend a weekend with the world's best chefs, click here.

There will be Hats Off dinners, Let's Do Lunch, Cocktail of the Month, classes, tours, tastings and street events galore - Sydney's biggest food month ever.

The full Crave Sydney International Food Festival program will appear on line and in The Sydney Morning Herald in September.

See you in October!

Joanna Savill     
Festival Director