The return of our favourite food spots, seasonal menus, markets and pop ups: the Canberra eats you need to check out
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Each bite is a new experience.
From delicious seasonal menus to limited-time pop-ups and new food spots, we’ve found the latest in food news around Canberra for you to enjoy. Thank us later.
Rice Rice baby!
High-quality sushi without needing to take out a loan? Yes, please. This Monday 15 July Lazy Su is introducing a special à la carte sushi menu with the promise of accessible prices for everyone. What’s not to love? Find out more here
Discover Truffle Nirvana at Beltana
For all the truffle lovers, mark your calendars for Wednesday 31 July. Truffle Nirvana at Beltana is the dinner you’ve been searching for where truffle is the star of every course.
“Truffle nirvana is all about looking for fun ways of how we enjoy truffles,” says James Souter, owner of Beltana Farm (pictured above).
They are taking the already beloved truffle and making it an experience to remember – you’ll come for the truffles and stay for the memories.
It’s the collab we didn’t know we needed: BIJI Dining pops up at Rizla
Always wanted to visit India but the timing hasn’t been right? Well in the meantime, you can taste India with BIJI Dining x Rizla, the newest pop-up taking on the streets of Braddon from Tuesday 16 to Saturday 20 July. Serving modern Indian dishes using local and Indigenous Australian ingredients, BIJI’s Harry Mangat and Rizla’s Andy Day are excited to bring a creative and delicious menu to Braddon. Bookings are essential and only available here.
Walk like an Egyptian and eat like royalty at the Egyptian Winter Feast
Following the success of the Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition at the National Museum of Australia, comes a night of culinary and cultural celebration you do not want to miss. On Friday 2 August, Canberra’s contemporary food and beverage culture will be combined with 3000 years of Ancient Egyptian history to bring the Egyptian Winter Feast. From cocktails and canapes to a share platter feast, find out more here.
Ravensworth Wines takes over Rebel Rebel
This is a week long celebration of wine that you won’t want to miss. Bryan Martin of Ravensworth Wines is taking over the wine list at Rebel Rebel from Monday 29 July until Sunday 4 August so you can taste the magic of his work yourself. Pouring a broad selection of wines by the glass from the extensive Ravensworth range, head along to meet Bryan in the flesh, nibble on the Rebel Rebel A La Carte and sip on some amazing wines. Bookings are highly recommended, so get in quickly!
This is kind of a big deal for foodies: award-winning Kitchen by Mike is now at the National Gallery of Australia
Coinciding with the Gauguin’s World: Tōna Iho, Tōna Ao World exhibition, Kitchen by Mike has opened at the National Gallery of Australia and we’re very excited.
The award winning, Sydney restaurant will provide visitors with a unique dining experience and extraordinary views of the sculpture garden and Lake Burley Griffin. Open every day from 11 am to 4 pm, the menu is a delicious mix of wood-fired meat, fish, signature salads and seasonal roasts, as well as house made cakes.
You get a truffle, and you get a truffle, everyone gets a truffle at Parliament House
Celebrate the Canberra Truffle Festival with an exclusive six-course truffle dinner in the Members and Guests Dining room at Parliament House. You’ll enjoy some of the region’s finest, handpicked truffles, crafted into a unique culinary experience by Executive Chef David Learmonth. Book tickets here.
On Sundays we sashimi – Taiwa Sushi coming soon to the Foreshore
Sushi addicts, this one is for you. With signage popping up at the Kingston Foreshore, it looks like Taiwa Sushi will soon be opening its doors.
We don’t know much, but personally the HerCanberra team has their fingers crossed for a lakeside sushi train…
Goodbye Temporada, hello Flames Galore Stonegrill Dining
Taking over the space Temporada left vacant after they shut their doors earlier this year, Flames Galore Stonegrill Dining has opened in the city to bring a stone grill dining experience to the city.
Serving up elevated pub classics (think steak, burgers, pasta and more), you can grill you meal to your personal taste, so you always know it’ll be good.
Explore all things truffles and wine at this winter market
Is this the ultimate seasonal celebration? On Sunday 28 July, you can enjoy a diverse selection of truffles, wine, and artisanal products at the Dairy Road Winter Market located at The Vault. Celebrate seasonal produce with over 50 stalls selling winter goods such as wines, garlic, olives, and (obviously) truffles, from regional farms in collaboration with the Southern Harvest association.
The latest at Capitol Bar and Grill
Truffle season has officially begun at Capitol Bar and Grill and chef Josh Smith-Thirkell is serving freshly grated black truffles from Hidden Valley Farms over delicious mushroom mafaldine (bookings available here). Plus, you can enjoy their QT-curated feasting menu featuring delicious winter dishes with a complimentary glass of bubbly! Make your booking here now.
Monster Kitchen and Bar had us at a complimentary bottle of Taittinger Champagne
In news for those looking for a luxurious night out on a budget, Monster Kitchen and Bar is shouting a bottle of Taittinger Champagne at your next catch up. All you need to do is book a table of four or more and order the ‘Feed Me’ menu. And for those who want something a touch more indulgent, you can also upgrade to a magnum for $150.
Only available during weekdays until Friday 2 August, cheers to that!
Capital Brewing Co. branches interstate
Canberra-born brewery Capital Brewing Co has acquired Batlow Cider, so you can support local businesses by drinking beer and cider – it’s a win-win situation. Previously the cider was pressed in Batlow and fermented and packaged at various locations across New South Wales and Victoria. Now it will be pressed in Batlow, fermented and packaged in Fyshwick –significantly reducing their carbon footprint.
Rasam Restaurant is back and better than ever
Affordable and authentic South Indian vegetarian restaurant Rasam has reopened its doors. It’s the perfect backdrop for your big celebrations or a simple night out. Find out more here.
An invitation to feast at Azima
Azima is a delicious blend of authentic, healthy Lebanese food, Middle Eastern charm, and Australian culture. It’s also the newest Civic restaurant open late. Perfect for celebrations, catch-ups and a taste of Lebanon! Who needs a plane ticket?
Truffle season is once again upon us, and the Crowne Plaza knows how to do it right
This is a special showcase of all things truffle between 26 July and 10 August. Currently offering exclusive packages designed for truffle enthusiasts with truffle tastings, hunts and accommodation, book here now and don’t miss a delish winter experience.
Crack Bakery is back baby
We were having withdrawals without one of our favourite bakeries, but after a short break, Crack Bakery back and we’re salivating at the keyboard thinking of their signature apple pies. Only available to be ordered online, the Crack Lottery (AKA your chance to get your hands on a pie), will happen once a week on Sundays at 6 pm sharp. Prime those fingers, because these handmade pies will keep you coming back for more.
KOTO unveils new Omakase experience
Japanese fine diner KOTO will launch a luxe 18-course menu Omakase experience which will change nightly and be served at the open-concept sushi counter. From 29 July until 30 September, guests will be able to watch their meal being prepared by Executive Chef and Sushi Master, Shinya Nakano, with just 10 seats available each night.
Feature image: Beltana Farm by James Souter.
