- A Recipe for Life: The Food That Shapes Usexplores the relationship between food and cultural identity
- Free exhibition at the State Library of Western Australia opens today
- Includes newly commissioned documentary interviews with culinary trailblazers
An exhibition exploring Western Australia's food heritage opens today at the State Library of Western Australia.
A Recipe for Life: The Food That Shapes Us explores the interconnected histories of food, business, migration and identity in WA.
WA food and hospitality identities Anna Gare, Blaze Young, Dale Tilbrook, George Kailis, Marco D'Orsogna and Russell Blaikie shared their stories as part of a new video oral history series which will debut in the exhibition.
There will be a feast of historic cookbooks, menus from memorable restaurants and occasions, archival photography and advertising from iconic WA brands and eateries on display.
The exhibition charts changing tastes and palettes of Western Australians through the State Library's extensive collections of historical material and more contemporary stories.
A Recipe for Life: The Food That Shapes Usis a free exhibition at the State Library until 22 March 2026.
As stated by Creative Industries Minister Simone McGurk:
"Some of the best stories begin with food, which is what makes this exhibition so compelling.
"From homegrown brands to the personal memories of some of WA's food stars, A Recipe for Life shows how food has shaped our State and our lives.
"The exhibition is a tasty reminder of the State Library's role in preserving our past and celebrating our shared stories."
