Western Australia is ramping up its efforts to be known globally as a foodie destination.
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The State Government recently announced plans to grow the state's culinary tourism.
The Taste 2020 strategy aims to boost the state's seafood, agriculture, beverage and tourism industries.
State Premier Colin Barnett said WA was well placed to take advantage of the trend towards wine and tourism.
"Not only can we boast some of the world's most spectacular natural landscapes but also offer some of the world's finest wines and fresh, premium food and produce," he said.
One aim is to elevate the Margaret River Gourmet Escape food festival into a world leading food and wine festival.
The strategy also includes initiatives to improve overall quality of service, develop and promote food and wine trails, expand Aboriginal cultural experiences, and potentially host new food and wine festivals.
Western Australia is already well known as a premier food destination, with its fresh produce, succulent seafood, premium wines and boutique beers and ciders attracting about 400,000 visitors each year.
Manjimup is the home to the state's black truffle industry while the south west is home to fresh produce including organic honey, berries, and fresh seafood.
Margaret River is a foodie's heaven with premium wines, beers, cheese, and chocolates, while Perth boasts more restaurants per capita than any other Australian capital city.
