Easter: A Culinary Celebration with Barker’s Professional

Egg-citing ideas and Menu Inspiration for Food Service Professionals

As Easter approaches, it’s time to start planning a memorable and delicious menu for your guests. With many people taking time off work and spending time with family and friends, there’s a heightened demand for dining out, catering services and special Easter-themed menus. Restaurants, cafes, and bakeries often create Easter-inspired dishes and treats to attract customers.

Overall, Easter represents a bustling time for the food service industry in New Zealand. From indulgent fruit compotes perfect for brunches to versatile syrups for crafting specialty cocktails, Barker’s Professional helps elevate Easter menus with its quality ingredients. From enhancing traditional dishes or inspiring culinary creations, Barker’s Professional adds a touch of sophistication and flavour, helping food service businesses delight customers and elevate the Easter dining experience.

Easter Desserts get a Barker’s Professional Touch

SALTED CARAMEL HOT CROSS BUNS - These heavenly Easter buns are a delightful twist to the classic recipe, featuring a rich caramel filling and a sprinkle of sea salt for that perfect balance of sweet and savoury. Each bite is a symphony of flavours, combining the warmth of spices and luxuriousness of caramel. Serve them warm and buttered for a truly decadent Easter experience.

SALTED CARAMEL & ALMOND CROISSANTS - A fusion of buttery flakes, sweet caramel and crunchy almonds, embody Easter indulgence. A delightful treat for Easter brunch or afternoon gatherings, they offer a symphony of flavours and textures that celebrate the joy of the season in every bite.

SALTED CARAMEL ICED SCROLLS - Picture warm, freshly baked scrolls infused with the irresistible sweetness of salted caramel, their aroma filling the air with anticipation. Topped with caramel icing, these treats are a wonderful addition to any Easter brunch or dessert menu.

CHOCOLATE SALTED CARAMEL UPSIDE-DOWN CAKES - Infused with rich chocolate and luscious caramel, each bite promises an indulgent experience that will leave a lasting impression on your customers. It can be served as a stand-alone treat or incorporated into your seasonal menu, these decadent cakes are sure to enhance your offerings and foster memorable moments of enjoyment during Easter festivities.

Easter Escape: Sip into Paradise with Tropical Cocktails

Pacific cocktails bring a unique flair to Easter celebrations, infusing gatherings with the flavours of tropical paradise. Featuring ingredients like Barker’s Professional Peach Tea Syrup, Old-Fashioned Lemonade or Pink Grapefruit Syrup these cocktails evoke a sense of relaxation and adventure. From Fruit Margarita to an Apple Hugo Spritz, they offer a refreshing escape, perfect for Easter brunches or afternoon parties. Pacific cocktails add a touch of laid-back elegance to the festivities, transporting guests to sun-kissed beaches and lush islands. They provide a delicious departure from traditional Easter fare inviting everyone to sip and savour the spirit of the Pacific.

BLUSHING TURTLE- This vibrant cocktail will whisk your guests away to a tropical paradise, excellent for intimate gatherings.

FRUIT MARGARITAT - he perfect drink to be included in a bar menu to commemorate a special occasion. Each sip is a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess dancing on your palate.

APPLE HUGO SPRITZA - delightful fusion of crips apple flavours and the invigorating zest of Hugo Spritz. Perfect for celebrations.

BERRY ESPRESSO MARTINI - This sophisticated drink offers a balance of bold coffee notes and luscious berry sweetness, creating a truly indulgent drinking experience for your guests.

PEACH HARD TEA LEMONADE - Peach Hard Tea Lemonade is a crowd-pleaser with its tantalizing ripe peach sweetness and zesty lemon tang, blended with a hint of refreshing tea.