This June, 45 venues across Western Australia are turning up the heat with specially crafted dishes that hero the best of our local produce – all part of the deliciously popular Plating Up WA campaign.
Now in its seventh year, the campaign is an initiative of the WA Government’s Buy West Eat Best program and shines a spotlight on WA’s incredible food and beverage scene — inviting food lovers to experience it on the plate.
From coastal eateries in Fremantle to wineries in the Swan Valley, bustling cafes in the Mid West, and restaurants nestled in the Southern Forests and South West, venues will be plating up everything from breakfasts and long lunches to, grazing boards and dinners.
This year’s dishes showcase a bounty of fresh local ingredients — wild-caught fish, sweet WA prawns and yabbies, succulent beef, pork and lamb, artisan cheeses, seasonal fruits, vibrant veggies, and more.
Whether you’re craving a comforting winter classic or a bold, seasonal twist, there’s a dish for every taste and every budget.
“We’re thrilled to bring Plating Up WA back for its seventh year,” says Melissa Worthington, Program Manager for Buy West Eat Best.
“Since launching in 2018, this campaign has showcased more than 300 venues, and it continues to grow each year. I’m especially excited to see new venues joining us for the very first time this year. Many of the ingredients featured are selected directly from our Buy West Eat Best ingredient register – it’s a true celebration of our local producers and the creative chefs who bring their stories to life on the plate.”
At its heart, Plating Up WA is about supporting WA’s food, beverage, hospitality, and tourism sectors during the cooler, quieter months — a time when extra support is most welcome.
Scott Bridger, Chef Liaison and co-owner of Bib & Tucker, says it best: “It’s an honour to support WA chefs through this campaign. We’re lucky to have such passionate producers and incredible ingredients — from our pristine oceans to lush pastures. I’m excited to help bring WA produce to life for diners this winter.”
So, whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just someone who loves a good meal made with local love, this is your chance to explore new venues, meet talented chefs, and support WA’s incredible growers and producers.
Bookings open at www.platingupwa.com
