Sweeten Next Year’s Australia Day with Pure Maple Syrup
Are you on the lookout for some delicious recipes to indulge in with your family and friends this upcoming Australia Day? Here we have rounded up a selection of our favourite recipes that we thought may be of interest to you – from refreshing drinks to delicious seafood platters.
Celebrate Australia Day with these BBQ prawn skewers (with Harissa and Maple Butter), served with a harissa and maple butter dip that will take your grilling to the next level. King prawns are coated in a rich mixture of melted butter, smoky harissa paste, tangy lime juice, and pure Canadian maple syrup. After marinating for an hour, they are threaded onto skewers and grilled over high heat until beautifully charred on the outside while remaining juicy and tender inside. This recipe is designed to impress and is sure to become a favourite at any Australia Day gathering.
Chef’s tip: The prawn skewers can also be cooked in a pan if you prefer.
A delightful twist on the classic Australian lamington, these Maple Salted Caramel Lamingtons feature a soft maple sponge cake layered with a velvety maple salted caramel filling, coated in smooth chocolate icing and rolled in desiccated coconut. The maple syrup adds depth and sweetness, while the salted caramel brings a rich, indulgent balance. Perfect as a mid‑morning treat with coffee or as a show‑stopping addition to your Australia Day spread, these lamingtons combine tradition with a modern flavour twist that is sure to impress.
It’s no secret that homemade burgers taste best. Switch up the beef on your BBQ with these juicy and flavoursome Lamb and Maple burgers, seasoned with garlic, onion, pure Canadian maple syrup and a splash of whisky. Grilled until smoky and golden, the patties are served in brioche buns with crisp salad and finished with a glossy maple BBQ sauce that adds sweet and smoky depth. Perfect for summer gatherings, these burgers bring a modern twist to a barbecue favourite and are sure to impress at any Australia Day cook‑up.
Chef’s tip: Lightly drizzle the patties with oil before placing them on the grill to prevent sticking.
A fresh twist on the Australian classic, our Maple, Lemon, Lime, and Bitters cocktail jug is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. This refreshing drink combines the zesty tang of lemon and lime with the subtle sweetness of pure maple syrup, balanced by the aromatic bite of bitters. Served over ice in a jug, it is the perfect way to quench your thirst on a hot summer’s day. Super simple to make and ideal for sharing, this maple‑inspired cocktail brings a touch of sophistication to backyard barbecues or any Australia Day celebration.
