Fresh inspiration for your summer menu.
Explore seasonal trends, chef-curated ideas, and versatile ingredients perfect for vibrant, high-impact dishes this summer.
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Saturday, 31 January 2026
Lunchtime is the biggest revenue driver for cafes around Australia, and menus typically include a range of hot and cold meals to suit all appetites. However the humble sandwich is often underrated, despite its strong potential to boost takeaway and offsite catering revenue.
Even with the cost of living crisis and more people working from home, a quarter of Monday-Friday workers purchase lunch from foodservice venues, according to research by News Limited in 2025. This figure skews higher among younger consumers, and is a market that cafes, QSRs and sandwich shops can all tap into.
Featuring: Jack Harris: Café D’Lish, Canberra
Saturday, 31 January 2026
Nothing says summer like fish and chips on the beach. And with over 85% of Aussies living within 50km of the coast, it’s safe to say the fish and chip shops lining our beaches will do a roaring trade this summer. So what are the secrets to turning your place into a go-to for both locals and holidaymakers?
InSeason turned to Viren Rana, owner of The Stunned Mullet on Adelaide’s Henley Beach, which has been serving award-winning fish and chips for over 20 years.
Featuring: Viren Rana: The Stunned Mullet, Henley Beach, Adelaide SA
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
The café business is hotting up for summer all over Australia – with longer days, holiday vibes and warm weather bringing more diners from dawn until late afternoon. Savvy café operators are making the most of the season by showcasing seasonal produce, expanding their cool drinks menus and creating memorable experiences to drive loyalty throughout the year.
One such operator with her finger on the pulse is Iroshini Elayadurage, from Angove Kitchen & Expresso bar in North Perth. Since taking over the business just over a year ago, Iroshini has built a devoted following by listening to her customers, focusing on quality and offering good old-fashioned hospitality.
Featuring: Iroshini Elayadurage – Angove Kitchen & Espresso Bar, Perth WA
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Valentine’s Day is a highlight of any restaurant’s calendar, but are you making the most of it?
With February 14 falling on a Saturday this year, it makes sense to offer Valentine’s Day promotions on the days and weeks before, to stimulate sales and bookings in addition to what is already a busy night.
Here’s how to increase your average spend when love is in the air, by offering sweet delights, more meal occasions and little extras for guests to take home.
Featuring: Lisa Van Zanten – Get Caked by Lisa and Atlantic Group
Tuesday, 02 December 2025
Dining out of home on Christmas day is an increasingly popular way for Australians to celebrate with family and friends, and can also be a rewarding experience for venues. So what is the secret to turning Christmas day into a profitable and enjoyable occasion for you and your team?
Featuring: Andy Ashby, C’est Bon, Gordon Ramsey
Tuesday, 02 December 2025
Summer is here, the busiest time of the year for most hospitality venues. And many are finding that adding desserts and pastries to menus throughout the day can dramatically increase each table’s average spend, giving a welcome sugar hit to the bottom line.
Featuring: Pierrick Boyer, Rêverie Café Melbourne
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Spinach Chopped Portions
4 x 2.5kg
Almonds Blanched Flaked
10 x 1kg
Aromatic Roast 1/2 Duck (B-Less)
10.08kg
Desiccated Coconut
10 x 1kg
Aromatic Shredded Duck Meat
12kg
Cornflour
4 x 3kg
Fried 1/2 Duck (B-Less)
10.08kg
Cous Couse arge Pearl
10 x 1kg
Skin On Duck Breast (B-Less)
9.6kg
Cranberry Dried Sweetened
10 x 1kg
3 Way Mixed Veg
6 x 2kg
Curry Powder Mild
6 x 450g
Broccoli Florets
6 x 1.5kg
Garlic Powder
6 x 1kg
Carrot, Cauliflower & Broccoli
6 x 2kg
Garlic Powder
6 x 450g
Cauliflower Florets
6 x 2kg
Granola Cranberry & Apple
10 x 1kg
Corn Kernels
6 x 2kg
Italian Herb
6 x 500g
Findus Vegetable Medley
6 x 1kg
Marshmallows Mixed (Pink & White)
10 x 500g
Green Peas
6 x 2kg
Mixed Herbs
6 x 500g
Vegetable Melange
6 x 1.5kg
Moroccan Seasoning
6 x 750g
1/4 Pound Beef Burger
36 x 113g
Onion Powder
6 x 1kg
BBQ Pork Riblet
1 x 3.2kg
Onion Powder
6 x 400g
Flame Grilled Meatball
5 x 1kg
Paprika Smokey
6 x 500g
Italian Meatball
5 x 1kg
Paprika Sweet
6 x 580g
Mini Falafel
6 x 1kg
Peanuts Dry Roasted (Unsalted)
10 x 1kg
Triple Decker Lasagna
2 x 2kg
Pepita Kernels
10 x 1kg
Avo Go-Go
15 x 140g
Pepper Black
6 x 1kg
