Rory McIlroy is preparing for a special return to Augusta National in just three weeks’ time.

The reigning Masters champion will host the iconic Champions Dinner on the Tuesday evening, a tradition reserved for those who have won the Green Jacket.

Now, McIlroy has revealed his full menu for the occasion, along with the personal reasons behind each selection.

Rory McIlroy explains inspiration behind Masters Champions Dinner menu

McIlroy’s choices reflect a mix of local Augusta flavours, personal favourites and nods to his own journey in the game.

He has opted to start with a Georgia peach and ricotta flatbread, explaining he wanted to bring “a little bit of the local ingredients in” ahead of the week.

That is followed by rock shrimp tempura, which he described as a “crowd pleaser”, while bacon-wrapped dates were inspired by his mum’s recipe, adding a more personal touch to the evening.

McIlroy has also included grilled elk sliders, referencing the fact he ate a lot of elk in the build-up to his Masters triumph last year.

However, he admitted he did not want to make it the main course as he was unsure whether everyone would enjoy it, instead presenting it as a lighter option.

One of the standout dishes is a yellowfin tuna carpaccio, inspired by New York restaurant Le Bernardin, with Augusta National chefs even working alongside the restaurant to perfect the dish.

For the main course, McIlroy has given guests a choice between wagyu filet mignon and seared salmon, underlining his desire to ensure everyone enjoys the meal.

The sides also carry meaning, with Irish champ included as a nod to his childhood, alongside locally-inspired Vidalia onion rings.

To finish, McIlroy has opted for a classic sticky toffee pudding, describing it as another crowd-pleasing choice.

Rory McIlroy’s wine choices add personal touch to Augusta tradition

While the food is carefully curated, McIlroy admitted the wine selection is his favourite part of the menu.

The highlight is a 1990 Chateau Lafite Rothschild, the same wine he drank on the night he won the Masters — a detail that adds a deeper emotional layer to the evening.

He will also serve a 1989 Chateau d’Yquem dessert wine, marking his birth year, as well as a selection of other high-end bottles from Augusta National’s renowned cellar.

McIlroy explained he wanted to be “really intentional” with the wines, reflecting his growing passion for collecting over the past decade.

The Champions Dinner is always one of the most special traditions at Augusta, and McIlroy’s menu offers a clear insight into both his personality and his journey to Masters glory.