The Native Ingredients Trail
01
Aug
31
Aug
Flavours of Country

The Native Ingredients Trail

Discover the Native Ingredients Trail – bold Aussie flavours like fingerlime, kangaroo, emu, and lemon myrtle. Seasonal, soulful dishes.
When
Friday,
01 Aug 2025
Sunday,
31 Aug 2025
Unlock The Rocks and celebrate the rich culinary heritage of this land with the Native Ingredients Trail – a curated dining experience that showcases the bold, beautiful flavours of Australia. 

From fingerlime infused coffee at Aslan Coffee Roasters to kangaroo steak at The Orient Hotel  each offer highlights native ingredients. Expect flavours like Davidson plum, bush tomato and lemon myrtle.

Whether you’re discovering native ingredients for the first time or rediscovering old favourites, it’s a unique chance to enjoy food that’s truly local.
Native Ingredients Trail Offers
Celebrate native ingredients at restaurants featuring dishes that showcase elements such as finger lime, wattleseed, pepperberry, kangaroo, emu and more.
Aslan Coffee Roasters
Fingerlime Cold Brew
Tucked away on Nurses Walk, Aslan Coffee Roasters is a hidden gem. Treat yourself to their velvety baked Basque cheesecake, perfectly paired with a refreshing fingerlime cold brew—infused with native citrus for a uniquely zesty twist. A cosy, satisfying stop.
 
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The Australian Heritage Hotel
Coat of Arms Pizza
A true Aussie icon, The Australian Heritage Hotel is known for its historic charm and love of local flavours. Try the Coat of Arms Pizza—topped with emu, kangaroo, charred peppers and lemon myrtle mayo. Adventurous, satisfying, and unmistakably Aussie.
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The Orient Hotel
Kangaroo Rump Steak with Juniper Berries
Set in the heart of The Rocks, The Orient Hotel is a classic pub with a native twist on the Native Ingredients Trail. Try their tender kangaroo rump steak, marinated in juniper berries and served with hearty sides and a glass of Grant Burge Shiraz. A bold, uniquely Australian dining experience in an iconic setting.
 
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The Dining Room
Native Flavours Refined
Seasonal dishes highlight native ingredients like bush tomato, wattleseed and wild herbs, offering a fresh take on Australian flavours. Set in one of The Rocks’ most elegant venues, the menu delivers refined, locally inspired dining that celebrates the richness of our land.
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