An aboriginal woman showing a young girl a basket of native ingredients at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Taste of Country Experience

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
25 Jun 26

This immersive experience combines culture, nature and exceptional food in the heart of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

Join a First Nations educator for the Garden’s popular 1-hour Bush Tucker tour, exploring native ingredients and their traditional uses, before enjoying an exclusive three-course shared lunch at Botanic House, a beautiful restaurant overlooking the Gardens.

Inspired by Indigenous flavours and with a menu created by chef Luke Nguyen, this unique experience offers a deeper connection to Country through food.

Held every Thursday, Friday and Saturday (excluding public holidays) from 11am.

Highlights

  • Learn about Indigenous bush foods and cultural traditions during a guided walk through the Cadi Jam Ora garden.
  • Sample native ingredients and discover how they are used in contemporary Australian cuisine.
  • Enjoy an exclusive three-course Vietnamese-inspired shared menu, available only as part of this experience.

Making a difference

  • The team at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney build green spaces with communities to foster physical and mental health.
  • They are passionate about supporting environmental initiatives and make conservation genomic and climatic information freely available to restoration practitioners to guide decision-making.

A word from your host

Dr. Sarah Brikke, Learning Leader Adult Programs
“I love seeing people slow down, observe deeply, and connect with nature. It lights up their sense of wonder and awe, opens a peaceful, quiet, and creative space for reflection.”

Getting there

This experience is held on Gadigal Country.
The Royal Botanic Garden is about 5 minutes from Sydney CBD. It’s located on Mrs Macquarie’s Road, Sydney, NSW. Meet at the Garden Shop.

Price

AU $105 per person.

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