From May 31st to June 2nd, get ready to fulfil your French Cheese dreams as the Bon Fromage Festival returns, this time exploring “366 days of French cheese across days and seasons.” Experience tonnes of delicious FREE French Cheeses at the 30 metres cheese table, stroll through the Stinky Market, with its cheesy food stalls and shops, educate yourself with cheese masterclasses, and dance to live entertainment. Bon Fromage Festival will again warm Australia’s heart on the first days of winter.
The festival will be held at the iconic Overseas Passenger Terminal, offering stunning views of the Opera House lit by the mesmerizing VIVID Sydney lights. The Instagrammable cheese table will feature an array of 14 different French cheeses from Comté to Époisses, ensuring there’s a flavour for every palate. Bon Fromage will celebrate the love for authentic European cheeses with the biggest French Cheese giveaway Australia has ever seen!
A SEASONAL CHEESE ADVENTURE: FRENCH CHEESE THROUGH THE SEASONS
Did you know? The cows’ diets change with the seasons, directly impacting the flavour of their cheese. This year’s festival invites you on a journey through the lush textures of spring’s creamy delights, the bold tastes of summer, the rich aromas of autumn, and the comforting, hearty profiles of winter cheeses. Explore the Stinky Market to discover perfect pairings of cheeses with seasonal foods and uncover new recipes. Enjoy long-time favourites like Raclette on potatoes, Emmental crêpes, and Camembert croque-monsieur. Whether you’re discovering new favourites or stocking up on classics, our vendors offer an extensive selection of French cheeses to take home.
Don’t miss our exhibitors’ mouth-watering cheesy menus at the Festival with our exclusive exhibitors:
– The French Cobb Loaf
– Lobster House
– French Kiss Creperie
– Hot Dog Savoyard
– Raclette Melted Cheese
– Orlans Moules Frites
– Simon Johnson
– Mister Toast
– Delight Treats
And more!
2024 MASTERCLASS SERIES: IMPRESS YOUR MATES WITH YOUR NEW CHEESE EXPERTISE
From Friday to Sunday, our esteemed cheesemongers and ambassadors including Aurore Ghigo and Victoria Lush, will lead a series of masterclasses and cooking demos. Dive deep into the French dedication to cheese, from the art of cutting to the geographical influences on flavours. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early through the Bon Fromage website to secure a front-row seat to cheesy enlightenment.
FRIDAY 31st MAY
3:30PM: MARKET FRESH: SEASONAL PAIRINGS.
4:30PM: THE CHEESY STORY: MATURATION AND CONSERVATION.
5:30PM: VIOLIN NIGHT SYMPHONY: THE EFFECT OF MUSIC ON CHEESE TASTE.
SATURDAY 1st OF JUNE
12:00PM: MORNING BRIEFING: CHEESE UP YOUR MORNING COFFEE.
1:30PM: HOW TO SET UP A CHEESY PICNIC
3:30PM: CHEESE CUTTING
SUNDAY 2nd OF JUNE
12:30PM: MIDDAY-TATION: THE EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS.
2:00PM: THE EVOLUTION OF CHEESE THROUGH SEASONS.
CHEESE TO THE BEAT: THE BON FROMAGE FESTIVAL BASH
Enjoy an entertainment line-up as rich and varied as our selection of fine French cheeses. As you sample some of the world’s best French cheeses, you’ll be serenaded by the elegant strains of a solo violinist, grooved by a lively jazz band and French music, and finally, dance the night away with beats from our dynamic DJ. This melodic blend of sounds provides the perfect backdrop for a sensory experience where flavour meets rhythm!
– Friday 31st May
o 7:30pm – 10:30pm: French singer Christelle N.
– Saturday 1st June
o 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Anna Waving Collective
o 7:30pm – 10:30pm: DJ Frans
This initiative is a part of the CNIEL’s (the French National Dairy Interbranch Organization) commitment, aided by the European Union, to showcase the variety and distinctiveness of French cheeses to Australians. As a part of this campaign, the Bon Fromage Festival provides Australian consumers with the opportunity to taste, discover, and learn about authentic cheeses from France. The festival also offers free in-person masterclasses hosted by renowned cheesemongers, chefs, and industry specialists. The aim is to inform and guide attendees on how to pair cheeses, integrate them into daily cooking, or simply find out more about their favourites. The Bon Fromage Festival, created by CNIEL in 2016, seeks to expand the knowledge and appreciation of French cheeses among Australian consumers.
