Eight foodie events to hop to this Easter long weekend
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Looking for some delicious ways to make the most of the Easter long weekend? We’ve got you covered.
From indulgent buffets and elegant high teas to seafood feasts and seasonal treats, Canberra is serving up plenty of reasons to gather, graze and celebrate.
Whether you’re planning a family outing or a long lunch with friends, here are some of the tastiest foodie events to add to your Easter calendar.
Try the Hot Cross Bun Float at The Bakehouse Mitchell
Open all four days of Easter, the Bakehouse Mitchell has got you covered for your Easter goodies.
With eight different flavours of hot cross bun to choose from, you can pack your entire Easter weekend with taste testing all the options from the classic with custard cross, double chocolate and choc orange to a lemon meringue, everything hot honey and maple bacon hot cross bun.
And if that’s not enough to convince you, the Bakehouse Mitchell now has the hot cross bun float. It’s a hot cross bun meets French toast with apple cherry crumble and vanilla custard. Yes please!
Can’t decide what to have? The Easter Hot Cross Bun French Toast Platter is what you need. Loaded with eight pieces of classic and double choc hot cross bun French toast, sticky maple mustard bacon, orange cream, Milo custard, golden syrup ganache, chai-spiced ice cream, maple syrup, fresh fruit, AND Easter eggs, it will be well worth the sugar high.
It’s bound to be busy, so try your luck in-store or order a six-pack of hot cross buns or the 12-piece sample pack online now, as Easter pick-up orders close on Tuesday 31 March.
Saturday 4, Sunday 5, and Monday 6 April | 83/81-101 Lysaght Street, Mitchell | More information here.
Dig into an Easter seafood and bottomless sparkling banquet at natural nine
Settle in for a long, leisurely Easter dining experience at natural nine, where seafood is taking centre stage.
This curated banquet pairs an array of seafood dishes with two hours of bottomless Hungerford Hill “Dalliance” sparkling from Tumbarumba, New South Wales.
Available across both lunch and dinner sittings, it’s Easter dining done right and the perfect excuse to relax, indulge and toast to the long weekend.
Saturday 4, Sunday 5, Monday 6 April, 12 pm – 9 pm | 21 Binara Street, City| Book here.
Sip your way through bottomless cocktails at Dolly’s
Your Good Friday and Easter Saturday plans are sorted with Dolly’s serving up bottomless cocktails and snack platters.
Available on both Good Friday and Easter Saturday, think flowing spritzes, margaritas and special Easter cocktails, paired with grazing bites and all your Dolly’s favourites.
Seats are limited and bookings are essential, so lock in your seat sooner rather than later.
Saturday 4 April | 50 Bunda Street, City | Book here.
The Easter Bistro Special at the Canberra Labor Club
Make things easy this Easter with a lineup of bistro specials designed for relaxed, satisfying dining.
Available over the whole long weekend for both lunch and dinner, the menu features everything from Coffin Bay oysters to whole tiger prawns, seafood marinara and crispy-skinned John-Dory.
Prefer something heartier? The stuffed pork porchetta and creamy pesto chicken pasta have you covered.
Gather your crew and enjoy a fuss-free and delicious meal over the Easter long weekend.
Saturday 4, Sunday 5 April | 51 Chandler Street, Belconnen | More information here.
Experience elegance at the Easter Sunday High Tea at the Hyatt
Celebrate Easter in style with an elegant high tea experience in the Hyatt’s Tea Lounge.
Guests will enjoy a beautifully presented three-tiered stand featuring autumn-inspired savouries and sweets, alongside a curated patisserie selection of house-made cakes.
It’s a refined way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Just be sure to book ahead, as reservations are essential.
Sunday 5 April, 11 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4 pm | 120 Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla | Book here.
Take the kids to the Easter Egg Hunt at Kitchen Garden at Rodney’s
Looking for a wholesome Easter morning activity for the kids? Rodney’s Nursery & Garden Centre is bringing back its much-loved annual Easter egg hunt, and registrations are open now.
The Easter Bunny and his helpers will be hiding eggs throughout the nursery, and little ones are invited to come along and join in the search. It’s a lovely way to spend Easter Sunday morning, with a gold coin donation on the day going to the Little Wings Charity. The hunt is open to children under 12, places are limited and registration in advance is essential.
Sunday 5 April, 9:30 am | Rodney’s Nursery & Garden Centre, 24 Beltana Road, Pialligo | Register here.
Eat your way through the Easter Sunday Buffet Lunch at the Atrium Bar and Restaurant
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a generous buffet designed for sharing with family and friends. Expect a spread of fresh seafood, seasonal salads and comforting hot dishes, alongside a tempting dessert selection.
Highlights include oysters, prawns and smoked salmon, as well as dishes like pan-fried barramundi with dill cream sauce, beef bourguignon and grilled chicken with pomegranate glaze.
There’s plenty for those with a sweet tooth too, from pavlova and flourless chocolate cake to fresh fruit platters. Plus, the little ones will love the Easter egg hunt and hat parade, making this event perfect for the whole family.
Sunday 5 April | 242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson | Book here.
Try the Easter High Tea at Hotel Kurrajong
Celebrate your Easter Sunday by treating you and your loved ones to a day of indulgence, including a curated selection of savoury delights and handcrafted, autumn-inspired pastries.
Only on Sunday 5 April, expect a relaxing and charming afternoon while enjoying a glass of bubbles on arrival, mimosas, and premium teas and coffee for $89 per adult and $59 per child. Kids can join in on the fun with an Easter egg hunt in the courtyard.
It’s bound to be a memorable day for the whole family, celebrating Easter in style with this High Tea experience.
Sunday 5 April, 12 pm – 2 pm | 8 National Circuit, Barton | Book here.
Feature image: Bakehouse Mitchell.
