A free recipe booklet showcasing Indigenous ingredients and responsibly farmed Australian seafood is set to be released in celebration of NAIDOC Week.
The partnership between Bundjalung chef, restaurateur and author Mindy Woods and the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) will see Celebrating Sea Country available throughout July, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of NAIDOC.
Available via the ASC website and at the Australian National Maritime Museum, the recipe collection features dishes created by Ms Woods using native ingredients alongside ASC labelled barramundi, salmon and prawns available in Australian supermarkets.
Ms Woods said food provides a powerful platform for sharing culture and connecting people to the stories behind the ingredients they enjoy.
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"NAIDOC Week is an opportunity to honour First Nations culture, knowledge and connection to Country," she said.
"Through this collaboration, we want Australians to explore the native foods on their doorsteps and think about the impact of the choices they make every day.
"Sustainable seafood isn't just about preserving our oceans; it's about honouring the deep connection between land, sea, and culture. I strive to champion responsible aquaculture that respects both the environment and the communities it supports."
Throughout NAIDOC Week guests to Sydney's HarbourWatch Café will be able to experience a selection of Ms Woods' recipes firsthand, with the Prawn Sando and Barramundi Fish and Chips with Moray available as limited time menu specials.
ASC Australia's Market Development Manager, Ellie Dixon, said the partnership highlights how cultural knowledge and responsible seafood production can come together to inspire more informed food choices.
"Choosing change is a collective responsibility," Ms Dixon said.
"When producers, chefs, retailers, food service providers and seafood lovers work together, we can help drive meaningful and lasting impact for people and the planet.
"The ASC label provides assurance to consumers that their seafood comes from farms that have met the ASC's robust social and environmental standards."

Visitors will also be able continue their Celebrating Sea Country journey at the Australian National Maritime Museum, where complimentary printed copies of the booklet will be available throughout July until they run out.
Australian National Maritime Museum Director and CEO, Daryl Karp, said the initiative aligns with the museum's commitment to ocean health and sustainability.
"As a maritime museum, we seek to champion the importance of healthy oceans not only through our exhibitions and programs, but through the choices we make every day," Ms Karp said.
"This collaboration brings together culture, food and sustainability in a way that is engaging, accessible and meaningful for visitors."
Celebrating Sea Country is now available via the ASC website.