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Australian Mushroom Festival 2023

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Mark your calendars, Australia—October 15 is World Mushroom Day, and what better way to celebrate than by showcasing one of the world’s most versatile and delicious ingredients: Australian mushrooms! Whether you’re a long-time mushroom lover or just getting into cooking with these fabulous fungi, we’ve got you covered with 10 incredible mushroom-inspired recipes from 10 different countries. These dishes highlight how mushrooms can take center stage in any cuisine.

This World Mushroom Day, head down to your local market, grab some fresh mushrooms, and try one (or more!) of these global recipes. Cook up a storm for your family and friends and join us in celebrating the tasty, versatile and healthy goodness of mushrooms.

Here’s a culinary trip around the world, all from the comfort of your kitchen!

 

For something hearty, give this Greek Mushroom Stifado a go. It’s a rich, slow-cooked stew that’s full of bold flavours like red wine and tomatoes, with mushrooms soaking up all that goodness. Just serve with some crusty bread to mop up the sauce.

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Looking for a quick and tasty meal? This 30-Minute Mushroom Laksa brings the rich, aromatic flavours of Southeast Asia to your table in no time. It’s a deliciously comforting noodle soup that’s bursting with flavour.

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Fancy a bit of British flair? This Duxelles & Individual Beef Wellington gives you that restaurant-quality meal at home. Mushrooms add a delicious juicy layer, and the crispy golden puff pastry will make this a family fave. 

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Take your taste buds on a trip to the Middle East with Mushroom Shawarma. Marinated in a blend of spices, these mushrooms are roasted until they’re tender and juicy. Serve them with pita, tahini, and fresh veggies for a light and tasty meal.

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If you’re after something warm and nourishing, this Miso Sesame Crusted Mushroom Udon Noodle Soup hits the spot. The mushrooms are crusted in sesame seeds for a bit of crunch, while the miso broth gives the soup its signature umami kick.

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Try something different with this West African Mushroom Suya. The mushrooms are simmered in a spicy, flavourful sauce that packs a punch. It’s bold, vibrant, and guaranteed to a firm favourite for any family dinner table. Yum!

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Creamy and comforting, this Mixed Mushroom Stroganoff is an absolute winner. With rich, earthy mushrooms cooked in a luscious sauce, it’s quick to whip up and perfect for a cozy night in.

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Short on time? You’ll love this Microwave Mushroom Risotto. It’s creamy, delicious, and so simple. Just pop it in the microwave, and in a few minutes, you’ve got yourself a bowl of Italian comfort food.

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Taco night? These Tex Mex Pulled Mushroom Tacos are a game changer. The mushrooms are shredded and cooked with bold spices, then topped with fresh salsa and crumbled queso fresco. It’s an easy crowd-pleaser.

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Put an Aussie twist on your dinner with Mushroom Schnitzel Parmigiana. You can’t go wrong with a golden, crumbed mushroom schnitzel topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese. It’s a vegetarian take on a pub classic that everyone will love.

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The first ever Australian Mushroom Festival was held on World Mushroom Day weekend, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15th October 2023.

This event is a first for the AMGA and Australian Mushrooms, and was massive success with over 10,000 + mushroom-loving fans visiting the Queen Victoria Markets in Melbourne for the free family fun event.

Festival gowers stayed for hours to visit Mushroom Alley, watch the Mushroom Masterclasses on stage, and visit the interactive mushroom growing display to talk directly with an Aussie mushroom growers.

Click the video above to watch the highlight reel, or swipe through the image gallery below.

The highlight of the event was the Mushroom Masterclass stage that featured live cooking demo’s and educational talks by some of Australia’s most exciting foodie talent including Celebrity Chef Miguel Maestre, Simon Toohey from TV show ‘Freshly Picked’, MasterChef Alumni Dani Venn, Chef Jason Roberts, and Melbourne Business of the Year winner Hakim Halim from Ripe Cheese.

Each guest at the Australian Mushroom Festival also walked away with an Australian Mushroom tote bag and a gorgeous glossy mushroom magazine filled with summer entertaining recipes to try at home.

Special thanks go to Georgia Beattie, CEO of Bulla Park Mushrooms, who presented to the crowd on both days of the festival, and Costa Mushrooms who provided the interactive mushroom growing display.

The Australian Mushroom Festival included:

  • Mushroom Masterclass Live cooking demonstrations, hosted by celebrity chefs including Miguel Maestre, Simon Toohey, Dani Venn, Jason Roberts, as well as QVM's own Hakim the Cheesemonger and Australian mushroom grower Georgia Beattie. 
  • Mushroom Alley food vendors that served mushroom dishes such as mushroom truffle and cheese toasties, to mushroom pizza, and mushroom and chive donuts with sour cream.
  • Mushroom Coffee and Mushroom Bar with its very special 'Al Porcini' Draught and 'Fungarita' cocktails to quench the thirst of festival goers.
  • Interactive Mushroom Growing Display - with growing beds thanks to Costa Mushrooms. This was one of the highlights of the festival, for visitors to see first hand the unique growing priess of mushrooms, and talk directly with a mushroom grower.
  • Prize givaways, free mushroom samples, Australian Mushrooms showbags and cookbooks,
  • Live music, facepainter and even a mushroom juggler!

This event was partially funded by Hort Innovation Mushroom Fund marketing levy, and marketing funds from the AMGA. 

For more information about the festival, visit our dedicated website www.mushroomfestival.com.au

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This World Mushroom Day, let’s come together to celebrate one of the worlds most versatile ingredients by cooking up a storm in the kitchen. Whether you’re craving something rich and comforting, fresh and light, or spicy and bold, there’s a mushroom recipe for you. So head to your local market, grab some mushrooms, and help us celebrate World Mushroom Day—one delicious dish at a time!

Don’t forget to share your creations with us! Tag your mushroom masterpieces with #WorldMushroomDay and spread the love of mushrooms across the globe.