MCG offers footy fans exciting new catering range

Apr 02, 2009

As we enter the 2009 AFL season, the MCG is excited to announce some great new additions to the catering range at the stadium.

Spudbar
Spudbar has taken the humble potato and turned it into a masterpiece.

Spudbar offers a tasty, healthy and value for money food offer at the MCG. There are six fantastic flavour combinations to choose from, created specifically for the MCG, or you can make your own masterpiece.

Patrons are encouraged to come and visit us before the game where you can and you can build your own “Super-Spud”.  Located at Bay M14 (Level 1, Great Southern Stand) and M49 (Level 1 MCC Members Pavilion).

Domino’s2Go
Last year saw the introduction of the Domino’s2Go personal pizza at the MCG. Based on the success of this introduction, we are opening an additional Domino’s2Go store, and making the freshly made Domino’s2Go personal pizza available in two of our popular bars at the ground.

Domino’s2Go personal pizzas are now available at six convenient locations: Ponsford Stand (M33 and M30), Great Southern Stand (M9), Olympic Stand (M51) and Members Pavilion (M41 and M44).                                                          

Red Rooster
The introduction of Red Rooster to Level 4 of the Great Southern Stand provides access to the premier Australian chicken product for patrons seated within this section of the ground.

Conveniently located at the cross-over gates between the AFL members and the Level 4 public seating this store is the sixh to be opened at the ground. Now even more patrons to the MCG can enjoy those famous chips.

Patties Gluten-Free Pies
The MCG is the first venue in Australia to range a gluten-free pie. In partnership with Patties, the gluten-free pie will be available at approximately 14 Snack outlets in the stadium.

The gluten-free pie is a welcome introduction to those on Coeliac diets and with specific gluten intolerance. The pies are available to purchase from outlets near the following seating bays: M6, M20, M31, M41 M56, N36 N55, Q11, Q19, Q32, Q42 and Q55.

Fresh Food2Go
On the back of a successful introduction during 2008, the availability of our Fresh Food2Go range has now been expanded to over 20 snack outlets at the MCG.

The FreshFood2Go brand has become the benchmark of fresh, convenient and affordable ‘healthier’ food options.  Products are either made fresh daily on site at the MCG or from our carefully selected local suppliers.

The brand offers a variety of products including sandwiches, wraps and rolls, a range of sushi, salads, fruit and yoghurt. Gluten free options are also available.

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These new brands and products are in addition to the existing range of delicious food and beverage options at the MCG. Here’s a snapshot of some of the outlets, products and brands you will find on your next visit to the ‘G:

Retail stores and outlets

The retail food and beverage offering at the MCG comprises of:
• 6 Red Rooster Stores
• 3 Domino’s2Go Stores
• 3 Domino’s2Go Express Cabinets
• 2 Spudbar Stores
• 1 Origin Kebab Store
• 4 Piazza D’oro Espresso Coffee Stores
• 15 Piazza D’oro Mobile Café Carts
• 2 licensed cafes
• 6 food2go-grill outlets
• 11 food2go general snack outlets
• 22 FreshFood2go healthy food locations

These outlets contain many of the traditional food items – such as pies, hot dogs, chips and hamburgers – as well as a number of healthier options and gluten-free products.

FreshFood2Go and healthy alternatives

A great range of healthier options and gluten-free products are available within our dedicated FreshFood2Go locations, as well additional healthy and reduced fat products across all of our outlets. Below are some of the great options available:

• Fruit salad, Mediterranean vegetable salad and Chicken caesar salad
• Sushi packs
• Sandwiches, wraps and rolls (wide range of fillings, incorporating many vegetarian options)
• Yoghurt and muesli cups
• Gluten and fat-free Muesli bars
• Chicken schnitzel burgers
• Steak burgers
• Kebabs (meat and vegetarian option)
• Mineral water, bottled water and flavoured bottle water
• Fruit juices
• Low carbohydrates and light beer/wine options.

Familiar brands – easy choices

Origin Kebabs – One of our fastest growing products at the 'G. Origin Kebabs offers delicious freshly made Kebabs exclusive to the MCG. Choose from Chicken, Lamb or Falafel Kebabs, the Origin Kebab Store is located on Level 1 of the Great Southern Stand.

The same delicious kebabs are available as a component of the food2go product range in outlets within the Ponsford, Members and Olympic stands. Origin Kebabs bring another component of the “essential Melbourne street food experience” directly to the MCG.

Red Rooster - “Australia’s tastiest chicken” - is a contemporary, uniquely Australian brand that offers fresh and healthy fast food and everyday good value.

Piazza D’Oro espresso stores, cafes and conveniently located mobile coffee carts bring the “Typically Melbourne Street Café” experience to the MCG.

Flavoursome, bold espresso available at all points around the ground.

The food2go brand is synonymous with “plugged in, switched on snacks”. food2go is the master brand and it links itself to a product to communicate the signature snack style on offer.

The brand spans general snacks and includes our Grilled Burger Range through to our Fish & Chip packs.

Food2U is our “in-seat service delivery” at the G. You have the best seat in the house – why leave it? Let us bring your favourite snack or beverage directly to you. All of your old favourites are available, “Hot Pies”, “Cold Drinks” and a full range of confectionary, crisps and ice-creams.

During the course of the 2009 AFL season we will be rolling out a series of new products that will be available for your purchase, without missing a moment of the game.