30/10/2025
While most people see the glamour, colour, and excitement of racedays, there’s a whole other world happening behind the scenes - and it starts well before the first glass of bubbles is poured.
Our incredible kitchen team has been hard at work in the lead-up to Tuesday's Melbourne Cup Day here at Ellerslie, crafting a menu that captures the spirit of the Cup while keeping service seamless on what is one of our busiest hospitality days of the year.
From early-morning prep to last-minute plating, every dish that leaves the pass is the result of days (and nights!) of planning, precision, and teamwork.
A huge shout-out to our chefs, kitchen crew, and front-of-house team who help bring the raceday experience to life for our guests.
You can read more about our Melbourne Cup Day offering and what goes into creating it in this feature by Restaurant & Café:
Ellerslie Racecourse is gearing up for Melbourne Cup, as Executive Chef Paul Barrett prepares to showcase luxury on the menu.
