Floriade, Sip, Share & Savour

Celebrate spring with colourful plates, floral flavours and something sweet.

Spring is on the menu at First Edition Canberra with Floriade, Sip, Share & Savour, our limited-time dining experience proudly supporting Floriade About Town. Inspired by the Floriade 2026 theme, Feast of Flowers, the menu celebrates seasonal colour, shared plates and the simple pleasure of gathering around the table.

Located on Level One of Novotel Canberra, First Edition Canberra makes it easy to add a little more flavour to your Floriade day. Wander through the blooms at Commonwealth Park, then make your way back into the city for a drink, a shared bite or dessert.

Floriade Specials

Trio of House-made Dips – $24
A colourful selection of house-made dips served with fresh crudités, crackers, olives and pickles. Add a selection of cold meats for an additional $12.

Chocolate Pebble – $18
A playful garden-inspired dessert combining rich chocolate with raspberry and coconut.

First Edition Signature Cocktail – $16
A floral-inspired cocktail featuring gin, elderflower liqueur, sugar syrup and fresh lime juice, topped with sparkling wine.

Book your table at First Edition Canberra and make it part of your Floriade day.

Make a stay of Floriade

Stay at Novotel Canberra and discover more of the story behind the blooms with our self-guided Floriade garden bed tour, available to Novotel Canberra guests only.
Take your digital tour guide with you through Commonwealth Park and listen as you explore each garden bed, discovering the ideas and inspiration behind the displays at your own pace. With Floriade an easy walk from the hotel, you can spend the day among the flowers before returning to First Edition Canberra to sip, share and savour the season.

Book your Floriade stay at Novotel Canberra.