The Italian Longreach
135 Eagle StreetThe founders of Outback Distilling Co. invite you to an intimate, one-night-only dining experience at The Italian, Longreach, celebrating the launch of the brand.
This private dinner brings together regional Italian technique and The Outback Distilling Co.'s craftsmanship in a thoughtfully curated menu. Each course is expertly paired with our uniquely Outback spirits. Designed in close collaboration with The Italian, every plate and pour works in harmony—elevating flavour, structure and tradition.
This is more than a dinner—it’s a celebration of provenance, craft and the beginning of The Outback Distilling Co.’s story.
Aperitivi
Alici Bianche con Fagioli, Caviale e Focaccia Ligure
Italian white anchovies and butter beans arranged on house baked, olive oil rich Ligurian focaccia, finished with Yarra Valley Bloody Shiraz Gin caviar
Paired with a Mandarin & Mint Spritz featuring Modern Citrus Gin
Primo
Rigatoni con Caprino Veneto e Pancetta Croccante
Rigatoni folded through Italian goat’s cheese from the Veneto region with cracked pepper and finished with crispy pancetta
Paired with a Saltbush Martini featuring Native Dry Gin
Secondo
Gulasch dell’Alto Adige con Canederli
South Tyrolean beef goulash enriched with pancetta, cumin and paprika, served with traditional canederli bread dumplings
Paired with an Arid Old Fashioned featuring Arid-Aged Single Malt Whisky
Dolce
Torta di Cannoli con Amarena Fabbri
Cannoli inspired cake layered with ricotta, candied fruit and dark chocolate, finished with Amarena Fabbri black cherries from Bologna.
Paired with Sticky Date Liqueur
*Menu items are subject to change due to availability and supply
Fri, May 22, 2026 6:30 pm
The Italian Longreach
135 Eagle Street
Western Queensland Spirit is Outback Queensland’s first distillery, blending tradition and innovation to craft bold, award-winning spirits and cocktails. Inspired by the rugged bush, it uses locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, celebrating resilience, community, and pride. A small team with big ambition, it’s raising spirits across Australia.
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