So you really want to splash out on a luxury gourmet weekend?

Luxury accommodation group Baillie Lodges has unveiled a series of high-end weekend events and short retreats for 2025 featuring wine and wellness weekends, photo safaris and culinary showcases. 

The events span properties in its Australia- and- Canada-based luxury lodges. 

Guests can meet with winemakers and culinary experts, reconnect with nature, join creative workshops and enjoy long lunches, fine wines and gourmet dinners. 

Among the gourmet highlights are: 

Henschke by the Sea at Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island,  June 27-29

A weekend hosted by star Barossa Valley vignerons Prue and Stephen Henschke featuring world-class wines and produce-led dining at Southern Ocean Lodge. Rates from $6,950 for two guests.

Slow Down in Wine Country at The Louise, Barossa Valley, July 31-August 3 

The Louise presents a luxurious three-night event celebrating wellness, creativity, and connection. Guests begin each day with yoga and gourmet breakfasts, explore art workshops and vineyard tastings (above), and unwind with elegant local dining in Appellation restaurant. Rates from $5,170 for two guests.

The Wild Table by Uchi at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, Vancouver Island, June 26-29

The award-winning Uchi restaurants by Hai Hospitality bring their take on modern Japanese cuisine to Vancouver Island’s wild west coast. The Wild Table is an exclusive culinary affair featuring Uchi classics, a bespoke east-meets-west menu, and a sushi-making demonstration using fresh locally sourced seafood. Rates from CA$11,700 for two guests.

For more info email reserve@bailielodges.com.au or call +61 2 9918 4355.

See baillielodges.com.au for full details of other events.

Image: Slow Down in Wine Country at @thelouisebarossa @wondergroundbarossa