SHOREHAM FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Éclade de Moules at Ashcombe: Mussels, Wine and Garden Stories with Richard Cornish
A 1.5-hour summer evening at Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens: a gentle garden stroll followed by an Éclade de Moules masterclass with mussels, wine and storytelling.
Éclade de Moules at Ashcombe: Mussels, Wine and Garden Stories with Richard Cornish.
At Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens in Shoreham, the Éclade de Moules experience pairs a gentle wander through lush plantings with an intimate masterclass in a classic French mussel barbecue led by celebrated food writer Richard Cornish—an evening built around fresh mussels, wine and the stories behind the food.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ashcombe’s Gardens as a Backdrop
The event begins with a relaxed stroll through Ashcombe’s gardens, setting a calm, summery tone before guests gather for the meal.
Fresh French Mussels and Wine
A hands-on Éclade de Moules masterclass focuses on the flavours and traditions of a French mussel barbecue, paired with wine for a convivial evening.
Storytelling with Richard Cornish
Richard Cornish guides the group through food history and flavour notes, blending decades of experience in Australian food culture with conversation around the meal.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The flow is deliberately unhurried: a gentle garden walk eases guests into a summer evening, then attention turns to an Éclade de Moules masterclass—mussels, wine and conversation—where a food expert shares the traditions and flavours behind the dish.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening is made for—and what the provided information says about restrictions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The event runs for approximately 1.5 hours in the evening.
The event description does not list specific gear requirements; attendees should expect a relaxed summer evening in garden surroundings.
Hosted at Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens in Shoreham and led by Richard Cornish; the program begins with a garden stroll before the masterclass and meal.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who leads the Éclade de Moules event?
The evening is led by celebrated food writer Richard Cornish.
Where does the event take place?
At Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens in Shoreham, Victoria.
What does the program include?
A gentle stroll through the gardens followed by an Éclade de Moules masterclass with mussels, wine and conversation.
How long is the event?
The event lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
When is the featured date for this event?
The headline context lists the event with Richard Cornish on Saturday 17th January.
Are there any participant restrictions or age limits?
No participant limits, age or health restrictions are specified in the provided information; contact the operator for any specific requirements.