In a first for Melbourne, on 6 March 2011 as part of the Melbourne International Food and Wine Festival, Sandridge Bridge will be closed to host three-hundred guests for the inaugural Taste of Reconciliation: Bridge Lunch.

Taste of Reconciliation: Bridge Lunch is a sumptuous four course lunch designed and served by Charcoal Lane that celebrates the11th anniversary of the Bridge Walks for Reconciliation. Sandridge Bridge is also symbolic as the location of the first Yarra River crossing between the Wurundjeri and Bunurong peoples.

Guests from 1pm-4pm will be treated to a four-course lunch of contemporary Australian cuisine infused with native flavours, while local Indigenous leaders share their stories.

Charcoal Lane's Head Chef Craig Hicks said the Taste of Reconciliation: Bridge Lunch is set to be an unforgettable dining experience.

"The historic significance of Sandridge Bridge will set the scene for a unique celebration of indigenous culture and food," Mr Hicks said.

'We will start with canap's in Queensbridge Square before moving to Sandridge Bridge for the remaining courses, which will be served with matched wines.'

Deputy Lord Mayor, Susan Riley said 'The City of Melbourne is pleased to partner with Mission Australia for this wonderful event.'

Tickets for the four-course lunch are $120, with all proceeds going towards Mission Australia's Charcoal Lane for programs to provide hospitality training and personal development for young Aboriginals and other disadvantaged youth.

More information about the event can be found at: www.TasteOfReconcilation.org
Booking enquiries can be made through Charcoal Lane, contact: eat@charcoallane.com.au or (03) 9418 3400 between 9am and 5pm weekdays.