CORK & FORK There is still time to book a ticket to Cork & Fork Wine and Butchery Lunch on August 10 at De Iuliis Wines, Pokolbin. Binnorie Dairy and Hungerford Meat Co are also on board. If you want to leave the car at home, you can book a seat on a bus going to and from the venue.

All the details can be found online at dewine.com.au

OVER AND OUT Westside Pizzeria at Mayfield has closed its doors for the final time, much to the dismay of pizza lovers. The owner said it was a "difficult decision due to a number of factors".

HONE YOUR SKILLS Award-winning food photographer David Griffen is running a hands-on food photography workshop at The Essential Ingredient Newcastle on August 6 (10am to 12.30pm). It is ideal for food bloggers, Instagrammers, marketing and hospitality operators wanting to improve their food styling and photography. It is also suitable for home cooks and foodies who want to learn more about capturing great images of their food. To book 4926 1991.

PLUG IN The team at Hollydene Estate, Jerrys Plains, are proud of their new on-site Tesla Supercharger. It has six charging bays open to any Tesla owner, and is accessible day and night. The Tesla Supercharger is, Food & Wine is told, substantially more powerful than any existing charging technology, providing up to 120 kilowatts of power and 270 kilometres of range in 30 minutes.

ON THE MOVE If you're wondering where Schilly Kick's Thai fusion food truck is on Thursday, try Mayfield West (at the corner of Riverside and Petal Pit drives). They will no longer be at Hunter Street Mall on Thursdays and will instead "spread the taco love around at various locations".

SWEET OPTION Tiramisu gyoza? Yes, it's a "thing" at Susuru Ramen & Gyoza on Newcastle's King Street for another week. The gyoza is filled with coffee, Kahlua and cream, and topped with mascarpone cream cheese, berry compote and a light dusting of chocolate.