Elevate—Issue 25—Winter 2018 by Coordinate Group

Issue: #25 • Winter 2018

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THE WONDER OF A WINTER WEDDING Snow-capped mountains, mist on the lake and cosy open fireplaces — what could be more romantic than a wedding in the Snowy Mountains in winter? From velvet wraps to mulled wine and a moody colour palette, our Wedding Coordinator, Peta Davies outlines several reasons why having a wedding in winter can be the coolest: The novelty factor. With so many spring and summer weddings, guests can get wedding fatigue, but an event in the mountains in winter will definitely be something people can look forward to. Unique style. From your colour palette to flowers and décor, winter inspires some beautiful themes. There are so many lighting options with candles, tea lights, open fires and lanterns, and you could even create your own hot signature cocktail to serve to guests. Stunning photo opportunities. The flattering winter light lends itself to gorgeous photography. And with stunning backdrops from snow-capped mountains to rugged bushland, your photos will definitely stand out from the crowd.

Just remember to bring some spare shoes and a big coat for getting from one place to another (and maybe some mulled wine). Guests (and you) can have fun dressing up. Depending on your theme, guests can really get into the season, from fur coats over sequinned dresses and tuxedos to an “all-white” ensemble. Fun activities. From skiing to archery, a girl’s spa day to a round of golf, everything is right here for you to extend the celebrations, making your wedding a complete event. For bookings, contact Peta on 6451 3284 or weddings@lakecrackenback.com.au

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15% OFF Jean-Michel’s book when you dine at Cuisine restaurant from now until 1 September

GALETTE OF PEAR AND DARK CHOCOLATE Serves 6

A TASTE OF WINTER Cuisine’s Jean-Michel Gerst shares his winter recipe inspiration Jean-Michel Gerst is a talented, passionate and creative chef hailing from Alsace, France. After having worked in some of the finest establishments around the world, he moved to Australia giving him the opportunity to draw on this worldly inspiration and make his own path. This path eventually led him to the beautiful Snowy Mountains which he says in many ways feels like home; the climate, the European influences and the snow. His cooking is inspired from his French traditions and family recipes, emphasising wholesome comfort food which he says “warms you up and gives you all the energy you need for a big day out on the slopes”.

TAKE ME BACK TO CRACKENBACK Once our guests have stayed here, they come back again and again as the pictures show. Share your take me back moments at #lakecrackenback

Frangipane

10ml Williams pear schnapps

100g butter, softened

600g puff pastry, pre-rolled

100g caster sugar

1 egg, lightly beaten

70g eggs, shells removed

2 pears, peeled and thinly sliced

120g almond meal

100g dark chocolate (semisweet) bits

40g plain flour

2 tablespoons milk

For this cake, make sure you choose juicy pears and use a good-quality dark chocolate. You can shape the galette however you want, there is no real rule, the only one is to enjoy it. For the frangipane, whip the butter until it is smooth, then add the sugar and mix together until well combined and pale in colour. Add the eggs, almond meal, flour and the schnapps and mix until combined. Cut out two discs of puff pastry, 20cm in diameter. Place one disc onto a lined baking tray. With a pastry brush, paint around the edge of the pastry with a beaten egg. Spread the frangipane mix in the centre of the pastry with a palette knife. Place the sliced pears on top of the frangipane and sprinkle with the chocolate bits. Place the other disc of pastry on top and press down around the edge, marking with a fork. Brush the pastry with beaten egg and milk. Put in the fridge for 30 minutes. Remove from the fridge and egg wash again to make it more shiny. At this stage, you could make some designs on the pastry with a knife, if desired. Place back in the fridge for a further 30 minutes and then bake in a preheated oven at 220°C for 30 minutes.

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GET TECHNICAL ON THE SLOPES While looking good on the slopes is all about technique, winter sports gear is all about going high-tech. Here Harro has rounded up some of the more innovative gear you can expect to see this season:

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LENZ HEATED SOCKS WITH BLUETOOTH BATTERY LENZ heated socks will keep you skiing in any conditions! Lenz have included a bluetooth battery to their awesome heated socks so you can fine tune on the go as the temperature rises. This sock can be used in any of your footwear, not just in your ski boots. The socks come with a worldwide charger with a battery that lasts for up to 14 hours.

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WINTER (that don’t involve the slopes) 1. APRES SKI

SMITH CHROMAPOP GOGGLES The frameless design enables quick lens interchangeability and offers unparalleled peripheral vision. Each goggle in the collection includes both a bright light and low light performance mirror lens, providing clarity in any condition. Optimized for performance and comprised of the finest optics, materials and technology.

A 5-minute drive from the Resort, the Wild Brumby Schnapps Distillery is a must visit on your trip to the mountains. Enjoy a schnapps tasting, walk the grounds enjoying the sculpture garden or visit the retail store offering with a great range of local produce and gifts.

2. HORSERIDING Want to live out your “Man from Snowy River” dreams and horse ride in Australia’s historic high country? In the Snowies, you can take guided trail rides from one

hour up to a whole day. Thredbo Valley Horseriding even offers pony rides for the kids. Enjoy the gentle rolling hills and fresh alpine air of the Snowy Mountains on horseback.

3. RETAIL THERAPY If the weather is not in your favour, take a trip into Jindabyne 15 minutes from the Resort and visit Nuggets Crossing Shopping Centre. Nuggets Crossing is the ideal place for retail therapy or to simply purchase the essentials. There a stores offering souvenirs,

clothing, giftware, a bakery and supermarket along with the movie cinema close by to cosy up and watch the new releases.

4. CATCH A TROUT! Eucumbene Trout Farm is a family friendly farm where you can learn about trout fishing and ‘throw in a line’ with the chance to catch a trout in Stony Lake, or the more relaxed sure catch pond. At Eucumbene Trout Farm, have your freshly caught trout prepared for you to be cooked on the BBQ’s on site or taken home.

5. FREE RESORT ACTIVITIES Don’t go anywhere and enjoy the range of free activities available to you here at Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa. Enjoy our 9-hole disc golf course, archery, tennis, trampolines, walking trails, golf course or take a dip in the heated indoor pool with gym and sauna.

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BASTILLE DAY DINNER It’s Moulin Rouge in the mountains! Saturday 14th July 2018 Bookings essential, contact Cuisine Restaurant on 02 6451 3056.

$90 per person

Indulge your inner francophile with a 5 course French-inspired menu, worthy of King Louis XVI, as Chef Jean-Michel Gerst hosts his favourite celebration at Cuisine Restaurant & Bar.

finest winter produce, this is an event not to be missed. But please book early as there are limited seats. For ‘les enfants’, a children’s menu (3-14 years) is also available. Dress is smart casual.

Incorporating some of the Snowy Mountain region’s

YOGA Off the slopes and onto the mat Every Monday–Thursday and Saturdays. For bookings, contact Emma on 0412 666 756. All levels welcome.

$20 per person per class

After an exhausting day on the slopes, take time out for yourself and join Emma from EmBody Yoga as she helps you realise the benefits of finding stillness in the body, breath and mind, with two yoga class options:

Hatha Yoga 4pm–5.15pm (75min) Gentle to Moderate. Yin Yoga 5.30pm–6.45pm (75min) Gentle to as deep as you like to go.

WINTER ROUGH PATCH The perfect antidote to dry winter skin Linda Meredith Haute Couture Facial

60 minutes $139

WIN! Book any Linda Meredith treatment this Winter and go in the draw to win a boxed collection valued at $399.

Haute Couture, meaning individually designed for each client, is Linda Meredith’s signature facial. After a double cleanse, a thorough skin consultation is carried out to assess any skin problems. An anti–bacterial gel peel made from ingredients such as, apples, nuts, vitamin C and salicylic acid is applied to the

skin to remove dead skin cells and surface impurities. This perfect combination will reduce fine lines and wrinkles and can be applied to even the most sensitive skin. This is followed by a massage and mask with personalised products chosen by your therapist to produce the best possible results.