Australian beef delivers solutions for U.S. banqueting and catering operators

Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has recently launched a program aimed at increasing awareness of the features and benefits of Australian beef among banqueting chefs and social caterers.

The goal of this project is to demonstrate that Australian beef delivers exceptional value, variety and integrity to chefs at a time when intense competition and a weaker economy means they are looking for new solutions to freshen up their menus.

From robust flavored Organic, Natural and Pasture-fed beef to finely textured Grain-fed and ultra marbled Wagyu, Australian beef offers chefs a wide variety of options. Smaller primal cuts help to lower center-of-the-plate cost while adherence to strict production standards means that chilled Australian beef shipped by sea arrives with a long shelf life and the added benefit of wet aging so it’s tender and ready to use straight from the bag.

Internationally renowned Chef Marc Miron developed the recipes to suit every occasion and budget. A few of the concepts are based on a combination of alternate cuts and premium products, including Wagyu and Natural items, to demonstrate how these products can be used to deliver an exciting dining experience while keeping to a restricted budget.

Australian beef exported to the United States must meet strict U.S. standards and is subject to inspection at the port of entry. Broad distribution means our beef is widely available and ordering is easy using an internationally recognized grading and description system to deliver quality cuts to your specification.

The recipes from this project can be downloaded from our beef recipe page. A promotional brochure will be inserted in the October catering edition of Food Arts magazine; to order a free copy of this brochure visit our publications page. For more information on the benefits of wholesome Australian beef search our award winning website or contact.

Garry McAlister
Trade Marketing Manager, North America
P: +202 521 2554