The Mining Exchange

16 Lydiard Street North,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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  • Thu 22 May

6pm–10pm

The Great Takeaway is a rare chance for visitors to dine amongst some of the finest materials, textiles, glassware and ceramics produced in the Ballarat region – and then be able to take the entire handcrafted dining setting home with them.

A ticketed event, the Great Takeaway is an exclusively tailored dinner for up to 60 guests who will be seated in the exhibition display of Craft Lab in the heritage venue of the Ballarat Mining Exchange to enjoy a three-course meal with drinks and entertainment.

The six tables will be individually dressed by commissioned high-profile local ceramicists, each supplying a handcrafted main and side plate.

The table settings are curated by Craft Lab curator Angela D'Alton.

Diners will be seated at random at the dining tables, allocated a specific curated cutlery, plates and glassware set for the evening valued at more than $400 per setting.

The menu for the evening is designed by Douglas Kerr and Dan Tesoriero of Peasant Ballarat, responding to the design styles of each of the makers.

The dining settings and tables will be on exhibition during the first weekend of Craft Lab 25 where diners will be able to see the collections in advance.

Content: City of Ballarat

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


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