Eat & Drink Magazine #29 Autumn 2020 by Eden Enterprises

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Welcome to the Twenty-Ninth Issue of E&D Magazine, Autumn Edition 2020 With us celebrating the arrival of this wonderful season of colour, we hope that the first two months of 2020 have been better for most of you than it has for the so many affected by the devastating wide reaching bushfires that have undoubtedly touched all Australians. We believe we represent all our readers when we express our deepest and heartfelt thoughts to all of the victims of these tragic events.

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We hope that many of you venture on out to experience some of the special events and occasions within the following pages that are cause for culinary celebrations.

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The most anticipated Autumn event that we tend to look forward to is Easter. However, the most important family event throughout Autumn is celebrated on Sunday, May 10, when we find ourselves honouring that special lady in our lives, our Mum! Please be sure to secure a booking at one of the many venues within this magazine for a celebratory dining experience with your Mum or another special someone in your life.

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In the kitchen with...

Dale Scanlon at Cremorne Hotel

Creating colourful flavoursome dishes for everyone ARTICLE BY:Amanda Sherring | PHOTOS BY: MARK WILKINS

One of the turning points of Head chef Dale Scanlon’s career came while working at a country pub in rural Australia. Each week he would be presented with a collection of produce that had been foraged and selected at the market to make into a week’s worth of meals for customers.

"I did a stint in country Victoria just before I came here. The owners [were] from Melbourne and they had some really good ideas for what they wanted to do," he says. "They used to buy me ingredients and say, ‘Here you go, this is what you’ve got for this week, figure something out’. And that’s probably the best experience I’ve ever had because it gave me a chance to think and deal with ingredients I never had before." "Even though I’ve been a chef for close to 30 years you’re constantly learning and picking up new ideas and I think that’s what keeps things fresh and keeps you going." It was during one of these moments at the country pub when Dale was introduced to pheasant and saltbush for the first time, discovering the flavours and depth these ingredients gave to dishes. Dale now harnesses the skills developed during this exploratory period of his career when creating dishes at The Cremorne Hotel on Pakington Street. 13

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For the last six years, Dale’s menus at the Cremorne Hotel have catered to a range of diners; from those looking for a nostalgic, homely feast through to those looking for something a little bit more adventurous. Something Dale loves to see at the venue is when diners decide to step out of their comfort zone and order one of the more colourful dishes on the menu, like the roasted pork chop with celeriac mash, apples and prunes or the crispy chilli beef salad with vermicelli noodles, peanuts, green papaya, fragrant herbs, fried shallots and roasted sesame dressing. "The thing that sticks out with me is customers who come here and they try everything; an entrée, a dessert and things on the menu that are less mainstream," he says. "I often put a few things on there that I like to see if they do sell. It’s always good for me if people have those menu items and say they’re the best things they’ve ever had. That’s basically why I do it, I love to get feedback on menu items from those people." Other popular dishes at The Cremorne Hotel are the Greek salt and pepper calamari, the variety of chicken parmigianas and buttermilk chicken burger. These dishes are taken to the next level through Dale’s knowledge of pairing flavours and the strong focus on sourcing quality local produce. "We try to use a lot of local ingredients," Dale says. "We have a meat supplier from Colac who sources the best possible meat from the area at the time and he’s constantly updating me on what’s available and what’s good." Other local suppliers The Cremorne Hotel uses include Born and Bred for baked goods, seafood from White Fisheries in Drysdale and fruit and vegetables from Harvey’s in Highton. Ensuring the highest quality produce is extremely important at The Cremorne Hotel, and it’s one of the reasons behind their soughtafter steaks on the menu. "We sell a lot of steaks here and we really pride ourselves on sourcing the best possible 14 14

Recipe

Espresso Martini Panna Cotta with Roasted Strawberries and Espresso Sauce serves 4

Ingredients:

Cooking Method

panna cotta

Panna Cotta

espresso sauce

• 2 1/2 gelatin sheets • 125ml Espresso Martini (Pre made from liquor shop or substitute with espresso coffee) • 50g brown or raw sugar • 375ml double cream • Pinch salt • Cooking spray

1. Soak gelatin in bowl cold water, set aside.

1. Mix water, sugar and strong coffee in a pan over low heat until sugar dissolves completely and liquid thickens, forming a syrup.

roasted strawberries • 250g punnet strawberries, stems removed • 30g caster sugar • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Espresso Sauce Makes approx 300ml • 75ml coffee, very strong • 100ml water • 100g sugar • 25ml coffee liqueur such as Kahlua, optional

DECORATION • Coffee beans

2. Combine Espresso Martini and sugar in medium saucepan and stir until sugar dissolves. Stir in cream and salt. Bring to boil and immediately remove from heat. 3. Squeeze water from gelatin. Add gelatin to warm cream mix and stir until completely dissolved. 4. Pass mixture through fine sieve and whisk over ice bath until cold. 5. Pour mixture into a jug. Spray 4 dariole moulds (available at Spotlight and most supermarkets) with cooking spray and pour mixture 1cm from top of mould. Refrigerate until set. Approximately 4-5 hours.

2. Switch off heat and add coffee liqueur. Serve warm or cold.

to serve To unmould Panna Cotta, carefully run a warm knife between the Panna Cotta and the mould. Turn upside down onto serving plates or in bowls. Place a few strawberries along with some juices beside the Panna Cotta. Serve the Espresso Sauce either warm or cold in a little jug to the side or poured over Panna Cotta. Decorate with a few coffee beans on top of Panna Cotta if available.

strawberries Heat oven to 200°C. Toss strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Roast in baking tray for 15 minutes until strawberries are soft and starting to caramelise. 15

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meat available from local producers where we can," Dale says. While the secrets of cooking the perfect steak are staying in The Cremorne Hotel kitchen for now, Dale is sharing the recipe for espresso martini panna cotta with Eat & Drink readers. "I’ve gone with an espresso martini panna cotta, to keep it as an easier dish for people to make at home," he says. "So that’s just served with some roasted strawberries and espresso sauce." A feature on a recent Cremorne Hotel menu, this dessert was an incredibly popular item for those wanting to strike the perfect balance between cocktail and sweet treat. While it mightn’t be available at the venue anymore, it’s something you can now make at home. Dale’s biggest tip when creating this dessert is to pay particular attention when measuring ingredients. "With the Panna cotta you do have to stick to the precise ingredients because you’re working with gelatine, and it could get too hard or too soft," he adds. Another key step is the espresso martini flavour itself; which Dale says can be purchased pre-made from a liquor store or made at home. After it’s set to your liking, simply serve with some roasted strawberries and an espresso sauce and you’ve got yourself an indulgent treat. For those who’d prefer to have their dessert dining out, The Cremorne Hotel welcomes a brand-new menu with the arrival of autumn. From March, there’ll be new options for lunch, dinner and dessert and the special nights during the week will also make a return. There will be a night for the burger lovers, parmi lovers and on Wednesday a night full of pub classics to choose from paired with local wines and beers to wash it down with. Whether you’re looking for something adventurous, comforting or an Australian classic, you’ll find a food option to suit any mood you’re in at The Cremorne Hotel. And let’s not forget the espresso martini on tap as a quick night cap! 16

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Easter at Moorabool Valley Chocolate

ARTICLE BY: amanda sherring | images: mark wilkins and supplied

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While many of us were recovering from the hectic summer holiday season and settling into the new year, Moorabool Valley Chocolate owner Lynne Meek was diligently preparing for one of her busiest times of the year: Easter.

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Last year’s Easter saw the Moorabool Valley Chocolate team sell hundreds of their lovingly hand-painted and house-made Easter eggs, bunnies and bilbies.

customised with your loved one’s favourite colours, a much-loved flavour as the filling or perhaps made with a dietary-friendly chocolate like the vegan or sugar-free blends.

The shelves at the Batesford chocolaterie will once again be stocked up this year ready for chocolate lovers in Geelong and the surrounding area looking for a treat for themselves or a locally made gift for loved ones.

The team are happy to accommodate these requests to help ensure your Easter gift is a memorable (and delicious) one.

As each piece is made and painted by hand by the team, every egg, bunny and bilby is truly one of a kind. “We’ll be doing our hand painted Easter eggs again this year and because they’re hand painted, there’s no two the same,” Lynne says. “[They are all] different designs.” Colour certainly isn’t lacking in these handpainted varieties, with the popular “Galaxy” painted eggs boasting vibrant pinks, blues and greens on a delicious base of milk, dark or white chocolate. Lynne and the team also offer the option of making custom egg orders. Eggs can be 26

“People come in and if they want a particular design, we can discuss that with them and give them what they want,” she says. In addition to the range of Easter eggs, bunnies and bilbies available, 2020 sees the return of an Australian icon to the chocolaterie’s offering: the chocolate koala. The koala is a fitting addition this season as one of Australia’s most popular native animals and given the devastation from recent bushfires. The entire Easter range is the perfect locally made solution to seasonal hampers or for a sweet treat for colleagues at work. Despite entering into one of the busiest times of year for the business, Lynne still dedicates time to explore new chocolates and varieties to

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bring to her customers throughout the region. The newest on that list is the luxury chocolate range made by Valrhona, a premium chocolate manufacturer based in the small town of Tainl'Hermitage in Hermitage, France. “I’m just in the process of organising things so we can start getting some of that in,” she says. “Valrhona comes from France and it’s slightly more expensive than the regular chocolate. It’s a very interesting range as it’s a fruit chocolate with different flavours like passionfruit, Asian citrus and strawberry.” What’s particularly interesting about this “fruit” chocolate is that there are no actual fruit pieces, the flavours are blended in and as a result each blend matches the colour of its key ingredient. This collection by Valrhona is called the Inspiration range and is the first ever fruit and nut couvertures. Flavours included in the range include almond, strawberry, yuzu and passionfruit. It’s a reimagining of nut and fruit chocolate and what will surely be a welcome

addition for chocolate lovers in Geelong and beyond. Lynne is yet to decide how the flavours of this unusual chocolate range will best be showcased, but that’s half the fun of making one-of-a-kind creations in store. “I always love experimenting and trying new things and introducing customers to things they may not know about,” Lynne says. The Valrhona chocolate range isn’t currently available in Geelong. It’s this joy for discovering new flavours and techniques that also led Moorabool Valley Chocolate to be the first in the region to introduce Geelong to ruby chocolate. Ruby is the fourth variety of chocolate made worldwide, following on from its predecessors of white, milk and dark. The iconic pink-hued chocolate has been described as tasting ‘sweet yet sour’ with ‘little to none’ of the traditional cocoa flavours of milk and dark chocolate. With these flavours in mind, Lynne created a ruby nougat which has been one of her most popular items ever since. 27

“The flavours blend really well with the ruby nougat, so we always have that [in store]. It’s very popular,” Lynne says. Another popular staple at Moorabool Valley Chocolate is the caramel blonde. Exhibiting a golden, caramelised tone, the blonde is made with plenty of heart over a slow and dedicated creation process. “It’s got to be cooked at a low temperature for several hours and then it has to be tempered on a table. But once that is all done it’s very nice and very caramelly. Essentially, it’s white chocolate cooked slowly, so the sugar and the milk caramelise,” Lynne says. In addition to the display cabinet full of gourmet chocolate pieces, bars and nougats, the child-friendly tearoom and café also has a selection of mouth-watering cakes, slices and other sweet temptations and the occasional savoury dish in addition to a choice of sandwiches and light meals as well as a range of hot and cold beverages. Lynne is passionate about having options available for those with dietary requirements and allergies. As a result she has vegan and sugar-free 28

chocolate as well as many cakes and slices that are free from other allergens. Whether it’s stocking up for Easter or picking up a treat year-round, Moorabool Valley Chocolate is the perfect place to satisfy your chocolate cravings while supporting a locally owned business.

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Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy by Christine Ciancio

article by: Amanda Sherring IMAGES: mark wilkins

Christine Ciancio, Author

On a chilly winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day several years ago, Christine Ciancio sat at her home on the Bellarine Peninsula and made the decision, then and there, to write a cookbook. The idea had been building over many years and you could say it all started when Christine was just eight years old cooking dinners for her brothers after school. 37

I’ve been creating recipes ever since I was a little girl and I think I was eight years old when I started cooking for the family, -Christine Ciancio

Christine’s early introduction to cooking led her to running a small café at the back of an antique centre in Geelong. The café was called Legends of the Screen, taking inspiration from the black and white romantic movies of the 1940s and 1950s. At Legends of the Screen, Christine made everything from soups, pastries and pies to cakes and cookies. Hidden behind Christine’s passion for food and the joy of serving a freshly homemade dish, her body was disagreeing with a lot of what she was dishing up. A series of life events, increased stress and health concerns heightened Christine’s 38

allergies to certain foods and she was eventually diagnosed with an inflammatory bowel disease, collagenous colitis. While the diagnosis was the answer she’d been waiting for, it meant she had to relearn everything she knew about food. As she explains in the introduction of her cookbook, the diagnosis sent her on “a journey of discovery, throwing out all I was taught about food from a young and impressionable age and embracing a new way of eating. A way to help heal my damaged gut and get a better quality of life”. Christine’s journey started by trialling a paleo diet with her husband, Nick. As she explored this new diet, she started the Instagram account ‘Grain Free and Happy Kitchen’ where she shared her recipes and thoughts throughout her food journey. Her path to clean eating ultimately steered her towards the release of her first-ever cookbook, Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy. The new 109-recipe cookbook is a godsend to those with dietary requirements as Christine guides those cooking at home how to make everything from

soups through to mouth-watering and indulgent cakes. Recipes are easy to follow and will help you eat cleaner and healthier with dishes free from grains, gluten, dairy, soy, legumes and refined sugar. Among recipes in the cookbook is something to please even the fussiest of eaters. Given all the history behind those 109 recipes, Christine’s main hope with this cookbook is that she can help others who are experiencing the same ailments she endured for many years. “I’m just trying to help people, that’s my goal,” she says. “If I can make one person’s life a little bit easier then I’ve achieved something.” “I sat down and said I really want to help people. I’m not a doctor and I’m not a nutritionist but if I can help other people going through similar things to what I went through myself, and I can, it’s those people I want to help.” And the book isn’t just for those whose body needs it, Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy is also a great option for people who simply want to substitute some healthier meals into their lifestyle.

Since sharing her recipes and health journey online, and with the release of Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy, Christine has been contacted by many others going through similar experiences to her, but finding solace in the recipes she provides. Recently released figures by the Australian Bureau of Statistics reveal that almost four million people in Australia reported avoiding certain foods because of an allergy or intolerance, so it’s quite clear Christine isn’t alone in her experience. More often than not these allergies appear later in life, like they did for Christine, and it may feel like everything you’ve ever known about food has been flipped on its head. One of her biggest tips, for those who are either having to make changes or looking to make changes to their diet, is to keep things simple. “I love a lot of the recipes but one of my staples are the crepes because I can’t eat bread and I have to be careful with eating too many nuts,” she says.

“I freeze them and then when I need them for breakfast or lunch I defrost them and they’re so versatile. That’s what I say to people, ‘If you’re going to cook, make it easy and cook extras to put in the freezer’. So when you’re in a rush it’s better to get something out of the freezer than eat something bad for you.”

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This crepe recipe is in her cookbook, along with more than 100 other recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and to snack on. A large selection of recipes can also be found on her website, with everything from smoothie bowls to lasagne. One of the surprising things many people comment about Christine’s recipes is just how truly delicious they are and simple to make as well.

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With the dust still settling on her newest book, Christine is already planning for book number two. The sequel will take off from the basics of Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy and feature recipes that involve deeper flavours and more complex cooking and preparation.

DRYSDALE

More importantly, both books put the fun back into looking after your health through the meals you cook. “Your health is everything,” Christine says. “I want to see people find joy in cooking and eating and feeling good.” Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy can be purchased online at grainfreeandhappy.com and would make an ideal Mother's Day gift or anytime gift. The cookbook is also available at various stockists in the region. Find a full listing of stockists on the website. A range of recipes are also available on the website.

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Lemon pepper dusted Calamari (GF) Chef: David hutchinson Available at: Leura Park Estate

Handmade Fine Chocolates Delicious gifts for giving over Easter or special occasions Available at: Moorabool Valley Chocolate

Waygu Eye Fillet Available at: Parkers Steakhouse, Geelong

Cultured butter. Made fresh on the Bellarine Peninsula.

t: 0400 720 113 contact@lardass.com.au www.lardass.com.au

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Portarlington Mussels in a creamy white wine and garlic broth Wine recommendation: Scotchmans hill Sauvignon Blanc Available at: Scotchmans Hill

Grilled Octopus with romesco, confit white bean, and crushed almond

Chef: Russell Hall Available at: Terindah Estate

Garlic & Chilli Prawns poached prawns with Garlic and Chilli served with Steamed rice and toasted Ciabatta Chef: Michael Bishop Available at: Sphinx Hotel

Great lunches & coffee tasty baguettes, coffee, muďŹ&#x192;ns and croissants Available at: The Base

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food | wine | coffee Asian & Mediterranean influenced cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere with exceptional service Open 7 days Sun–Mon 8am–4pm Tues–Sat 8am–11pm

24 Hodgson Street Ocean Grove www.napona.com.au

Call for reservations 5256 3153

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National Celtic Festival A festival for everyone article and images: supplied

Portarlington on the Bellarine Peninsula fires up right across the June long weekend with the best Australian and international Celtic and folk music. But in 2020 the festival is so much more than just great music and culture. It’s the festival's 18th birthday and we’re celebrating like never before. So come and join the party!

Nestled between the Bellarine Peninsula’s renowned vineyards and the famous mussel farms of Corio Bay, this normally quiet bayside village comes to life with the music, laughter and passion of the Celtic spirit from Friday evening, 5 June, through to Monday afternoon, 8 June. The festive extravaganza will showcase some of the world’s most culturally rich performers. The program offers diverse art forms and interpretations of Celtic and Folk culture. There’s concerts, singing, dancing, story-telling, food vans, market stalls and a craic-ing good time for all ages. Experiences range from the free right through to the immersive. The Portarlington foreshore becomes a winter wonderland, with after dark delights including festive party lights, cosy open fires, a spectacular snow globe and interactive magical winter wonderland activities 49

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From young blood to veteran artists, fiddles to feet tapping, there’s something for everyone at the National Celtic Festival 2020.

crafts profiling local designers, Celtic wares and fare and a variety of local produce. Delight your tastebuds with food from near and far.

Culture and concerts Regarded as Australia’s premier Celtic Folk Festival, more than 18,000 people attend the event each June.

Visit clans and associations from across Australia with displays including Celtic martial arts and the resident Vikings who settle in for the weekend to present traditional Viking practices of wrestling, crafts and iron mongering. The festival will also welcome our favorite Scottish cows … Highland Cattle !

The festival uses a range of venues within the town, including community halls and spaces, the hotel, restaurants, cafes and churches. Marquees are also set up on the foreshore to provide additional venues; these include the Village Stage, Celtic Club, Wine Bar, and Celtic Markets. The National Celtic Festival program offers a broad and diverse range of arts experiences that capture the Celtic culture in its many interpretations within the Australian setting. With a reputation that grows each and every year, this is Australia’s largest and most diverse Celtic gathering. The festival caters for all age groups and for a diversity of cultural and family groups. It’s a great place to come with friends and family to experience the culture and arts or just have a great day, night or weekend out. Free festival market Whether you come for the whole weekend or just an afternoon, the festival market is an attraction in itself. Warm your hands with a hot chocolate, coffee or mulled wine as you browse more than 70 market stalls selling an array of goods and 50

For the young ones - a Celtic Trail of Tales Journey among the hills and hummocks of the Portarlington Celtic Festival Fairyland. There are all sorts of fairies, goblin and leprechaun stories awaiting all of you during this fascinating journey and maybe even some of the little people themselves! There are tales of monsters, magic harps, fairies, enchanted woods and many, many wee people and stories of magic that must be heard to be believed. The stories will capture your imagination and take to legendary lands and places where you can relive wonderful tales of yore and make believe. It will be just a short, but worthwhile journey with fascinating places to stop and listen to the ‘Shanachie’ or Storytellers telling tales of magic and wonder and who knows, you might even find a leprechaun’s Crock o’ Gold at the end of a rainbow? The Celtic Trail of Tales is just one of the attractions for the children. One of the wonderful things about the National Celtic Festival is that is can be enjoyed by all ages.

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2020 Festival Line Up Lovers of culturally rich music, dance and arts rejoice - the National Celtic Folk Festival has revealed a broad bevy of talent as part of its line-up announcements. On the International front, the National Celtic Festival will give a big winter welcome to Dublin-born singer and bouzouki player Dàoirí Farrell - one of the most important singers to come out of Ireland in recent years. If it’s high-octane folk you’re looking for then let us introduce you (and Australia) to Boxing Banjo. Awarded the most exciting new act on the Irish music scene, this four-piece band will get you on your feet with an exciting mix of traditional Irish music and American old-time and bluegrass music. The highly acclaimed Scottish harpist Rachel Hair - one of the UK's finest performers of the lever harp - teams up with Ron Jappy, one of Scotland’s leading guitar accompanists who has toured with folk music heavyweights Mànran, Skerryvore and Jamie Smiths Mabon, just to name a few! This is this duo’s time in Australia. Also from Ireland comes a trio of Masters of Irish Traditional Music - multi- instrumentalists Steph Geremi and Tad Sargent, together with fiddle player Ben Gunnery. 51

And from New Zealand, a musical force to be reckoned with - award-winning musicians Gillian Boucher and Bob McNeill. Gillian is an exceptional fiddler and dancer originally from Eastern Canada’s Scottish-infused Cape Breton Island,\ and Bob is an award-winning Scottish guitarist, singer and songwriter. The Highland Dance Company of New Zealand will also cross the sea to present a dynamic show ‘Heart of the Highlands’. Joining an already exciting line-up of musical showcases is the high-energy roots music duo Hat Fitz and Cara, Scottish rockers Rich Davies and the Low Road and festival favourites Claymore. Folk acts also appearing this year include songwriters and multi-instrumentalists The New Graces, some of the country’s best bluegrass and old-time musicians, Kimberley Wheelers Roadside Holiday and one of Australia's most important and influential writers and singers Shane Howard. Shane has spent much of his 52

musical life working with Aboriginal musicians, as well as touring Ireland and forging IrishAustralian connections . With concerts, master classes, sessions, competitions, workshops, visual arts, ceilis, KidsFest, pipes and drums, special projects, street artists and lots more, this year’s festival is shaping up to be a great 18th Birthday party! For more information go to www.nationalcelticfestival.com

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UUPortarlington VIC 3223 OOwww.nationalcelticfestival.com When: Queen's Birthday Long Weekend 5–8 June 2020

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Cook Food, Eat Clean, Live Happy A selection of recipes that are grain, gluten, dairy, soy, legumes and refined sugar free by Christine Cianco

Breakfast Omelette with semi-dried tomato, roast capsicum, pumpkin, red onion, mushrooms, goat’s feta and crusty bread (V, Gf option available)

Available at: grainfreeandhappykitchen.com

Chef: Jackson Donaldson Available at: The Little Mussel Cafe

Pickled Zucchini

Smashed Avo

with white onion in pickling liquid – this accompaniment has been such a hit, it’s hard to take it off the menu! Chef: Stephanie Lloyd, Head Chef Q Train Available at: The Q Train

Available at: Picket Fence

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all day breakfast coﬀee cakes catering cooking classes open mon – fri: 8am – 4pm saturday: 8am – 2pm

1 martin st, east geelong ph: 5229 6131 55

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• nEW Breakfast & lunch Menu • fully licensed • All your function needs

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Mon–Fri: 6.30am–3pm Saturday: 8am–late Sunday: Closed

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The Sprout about Café is becoming East Geelong’s new go-to eatery. Christina La Fornara has put her heart and soul into the food sprouting from her kitchen. The experienced cook not only serves food, but she is offering cooking workshops, catering, and cakes made to order. Chris delights in experimenting with creating new and exciting raw slices to tempt those dietgoers so that you can be both naughty but healthy. Her Italian heritage influences her cooking style, as her hearty meals are sure to bring a bit of nostalgia to your experience. The café supports international coffee roasters, Julius Meinl, whose rich chocolate undertones are enhanced when perfectly paired with Chris’ family recipe of Italian canoli filled with chocolate and lemon custard. The menu includes a range of all-day breakfast and lunch options that offers gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options as well as take home meals if you are ever in need of a quick dinner selection. The ambiance of this quaint little café is sure to allow you to relax and sit down with a good book while enjoying a Julius Meinl coffee. The friendly staff offer service with a smile, operating Monday to Saturday from 8am.

Functions and catering made easy! •• Flexible Menu Options •• Affordable Packages •• Offsite catering delivered •• Fantastic indoor to outdoor area Consider us for your next office staff meeting, morning teas or conference lunches. We provide outside catering for groups of 5 to 50, offering sandwiches, house made slices/cakes/muffins and Allpress coffee to go. For private in-house functions we have capacity for up to 50 people. With a quirky and industrial feel, Ground Zer0 offers something different for your next celebration. Whether that may be a canape style function with a grazing table or a sit-down event, we are happy to tailor a menu just for you. There is no venue hire fee, our packages are affordable and there is plenty of room for live music. Just sit back and relax, let us handle it for you. For further information, please email groundzer0drysdale@gmail.com.

UU 34 Murradoc Rd, Drysdale VV 5251 5100 MMemail groundzer0drysdale@gmail.com FF groundzer0drysdale

360Q cafĂŠ, restaurant and bar is a stunning waterfront venue at Queenscliff Harbour. Our top floor function space offers incredible water views, formal sit-down or cocktail-style tailored menus, and impeccable and professional service. With more than 40 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in catering and event management, Barry Iddles and the 360Q team are wedding and event specialists.

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Ask us for a tour of our amazing function space. Restaurant bookings online. For function enquiries, call 5257 4200 or email enquiries@360q.com.au

360q.com.au

2 Wharf Street East, Queenscliff

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1251 - 1269 Bellarine Highway, Wallington VIC 3222 | 03 5250 6577 events@flyingbrickciderco.com.au | www.flyingbrickciderco.com.au

360Q

Flying Brick Cider Co.

The chefs at waterfront restaurant 360Q are singlehandedly reinventing fusion cuisine on the Bellarine Peninsula. With a diversity of industry experience across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, 360Q’s flavours are creating a stir. And, when paired with the restaurant’s location at Queenscliff Harbour, first class service and events management expertise led by owner and chef Barry, it’s an unbeatable combination for functions of all shapes and sizes. Barry and the 360Q team are specialists in cocktail style or formal sit-down weddings, engagement and birthday parties, Probus and car club functions and ticketed performance events. Canapes include sweetcorn and jalopeno fritters, grilled barramundi with Balinese marinade and our famous homemade sausage rolls served with our NBKA secret recipe chutney. That’s why 360Q is Queenscliff ’s number one venue on TripAdvisor. Packages for functions start from $95pp.

Funky, fabulous, fun!

360Q is just a few minutes’ walk from Searoad Ferries and the town of Queenscliff. Visit our website to book and send a function enquiry.

• Great, friendly staff

UU 2 Wharf St, Queenscliff VV (03) 5257 4200 OO www.360q.com.au 58

If you’re looking for a great venue that offers something a bit different, look no further than Bellarine hot spot, Flying Brick Cider House. Whether it’s a casual, outdoor get together, a special occasion or an ‘any excuse will do’ kind of function, Flying Brick Cider House guarantees you’ll be flying high and smiling big. Think. . . • Contempory, retro-inspired venue • Amazing food without the ‘fancy’ • A tasting paddle of ciders • An onsite cidery crafting up specialty boutique batches • An awesome line up of the best Bellarine wines around (not to mention a healthy selection of beers, soft drinks, tea and fair trade coffee!) If you haven’t already checked it out, it’s a must. Located at 1251 Bellarine Highway (entry via Swan Bay Road), Wallington, contact Flying Brick Cider Co on 5250 6577 and ask for the Functions Manager.

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23 High St. Drysdale, Ph: 5251 5333

www.cafezoo.com.au | open 7 days from 7am

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The Q Train Rolling Functions by Rail Hop aboard Australia's premier rail restaurant train and savour the seasonal DĂŠgustation menu as you journey across the Bellarine Peninsula.

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The Q Train is Australia's premier rail restaurant train that offers a seasonal Dégustation menu experience for guests to enjoy as they journey across the Bellarine Peninsula along the historic Bellarine Railway. The Q Train prides itself on showcasing a fresh locally sourced regional menu for patrons to savour. Supporting local farms, producers and businesses also equates to enviromentally friendly low food miles and the diner's dollar remaining in the region. Head Chef Stephanie Lloyd presents an award-winning creative dégustation menu seasonally, utilising the best produce and beverages from Geelong and The Bellarine. Each course of your exceptional culinary experience is prepared and cooked on-board our well-appointed kitchen car. Every day, our Head Chef and her team carefully choose top quality ingredients from local, ethical and sustainable producers. This way, the menu always reflects the very best of what the region has to offer, so expect fresh, delicious, seasonally changing menus. 62

Your Dining Journey Onboard The Q Train Delight in a dégustation of exquisite local produce in a relaxed atmosphere. Your journey onboard Geelong's highly regarded rail restaurant commences at one of two picturesque Railway Stations – Drysdale or Queenscliff. Your booking confirmation email will clearly indicate which station you are departing from. Be sure to arrive early and visit Club Loco, our retro Bar Car which opens 30 minutes prior to official boarding. It's important to arrive early as we cannot wait if you're late. When it's time to depart, our friendly staff will welcome you aboard and show you to one of The Q Train's restored Dining Cars. Once comfortably on board, we invite you to relax whilst perusing our beverage menu. The Q Train proudly only offers local, independent wines, beers and ciders from the Bellarine and across Geelong and the Otway's. Is your heart set on your 'usual'? Don't worry, our staff are trained to recommend a locally owned and made equivalent that we're confident you'll like even better!

How The Q Train Works As the train whistle sounds your journey begins, travelling along the beautiful Bellarine Railway, offering views of the rolling hills of The Bellarine. Your first course will be served soon after departure. Between the set courses of our degustation menu, you are welcome to walk around the train, or enjoy a relaxing drink in Club Loco. Feel free to explore the train and soak up the rich history. The Q Train will pause at Suma Park Historic Homestead before travelling alongside beautiful Swan Bay where it will stop again allowing you to embrace the relaxed ambience while you dine prior to continuing on its journey. The return journey takes approximately three hours and as The Q Train closes into either Queenscliff or Drysdale Railway station, enjoy a final cup of coffee or tea, perhaps with a digestif of your choice?

The wait staff are keen to meet your every need and answer any questions you may have regarding the train or surroundings. We also provide reference booklets on each table which are full of information about the train, the menu and our local suppliers. The Q Train has a toilet in each carriage, however they cannot be used when the train is stationary. There are also toilets at every station. How Will A Function Operate On The Q Train? We have two group dining carriages seating 28 and 40, groups are always seated together and allowed to move around the train. The bar and lounge carriage known as Club Loco can also be accessed at any time. All the carriages have walkthrough areas at the end, so groups are able to move around freely between courses. Murder Mystery On The Train? The Q Train has partnered with 'A Murderous Affair' to create Murder Mystery evenings

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throughout the year, why not custom create an event just for your group. Is Your Group Interested In Meeting The Maker? The Q Train is a huge supporter of local producers and often invites these regional providers on board to speak about there product and techniques. The most popular of course being, 'Meet the Wine Maker' with Robin Brockett from Scotchmans Hill. What Is A Dégustation? A dégustation is a great way for restaurants to take their diners on a culinary journey. (A metaphorical journey – not all restaurants are on wheels!) With a number of small courses, guests have the opportunity to experience various flavours and combinations that, while being quite different, all complement each other. Sometimes dégustations are referred to as "tasting menus" or "chefs selections" or "feed me menus". The word "dégustation" comes from the French word for taste. Will We Be Too Full Or Still Hungry At The End? Just like baby bear's porridge, we think the amount you receive over your three hour culinary journey is just right. The portions are carefully planned so you can appreciate every course, and not be uncomfortable when you disembark. Of course, not everyone is the same. Don't starve yourself to 'make room' before you come aboard, and if you're joining us for lunch, you will still have room for dinner that night. I'm Vegetarian, Vegan, Or Pescatarian. Will I Miss Out? Absolutely not! If you view our menus online, you will notice that our vegetarian and vegan dégustation menus have been carefully curated using the best local suppliers. These dishes have been designed to complement the omnivorous dégustation, so that everyone is taken on a similar dining journey. Pescatarians will have the vegetarian dégustation as above, with the second course from the omnivorous menu (aka the seafood course) substituted in. 64

The Q Train operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you onboard soon. For group enquiries please call (03) 4238 3930 or email bookings@theqtrain.com.au. THE Q TRAIN

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VV(03) 4238 3930 OOwww.theqtrain.com.au FF /theqtrainbellarine II/theqtrainbellarine MMbookings@theqtrain.com.au Operates: Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Café Zoo@ Drysdale

The Q Train

Located a stone’s throw from the Geelong CBD, and nestled amongst some of the Bellarine Peninsula’s finest Wineries, Café Zoo at Drysdale is an ideal venue to hold your next function or event. With beautiful gardens, a character building and committed friendly staff, we will make sure your event is a memorable one. We have a mix of indoor and outdoor areas that can accommodate a variety of different functions and events, such as our private Gallery which seats 8-10, a rear Function Room with French doors to an adjoining private courtyard, our popular Yak Shak which seats 6-8 as well as the undercover marquee and lawn areas. We can cater for anything from a stand up gathering with drinks and finger food for 100+ guests to a small intimate celebration. We believe great events require great food which is why we only use the best produce sourced locally wherever possible together with a selection of excellent wines. Our range of packages and menus have been designed to suit your event, or we can tailor something just for you.

Want to host a unique and memorable party? The Q Train can be chartered privately for your special event. Our fully licensed Club Loco Bar Car, or the elegant Q Class Dining Cars, or even the exclusive First Class Private Dining Car could become your own celebratory venue! You can hire one, two or three carriages or even The Q Train in its entirety for your special occasion. Celebrate weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, work functions, Christmas parties or any other function you can think of, by chartering a carriage or the entire train for your exclusive use. Why not private charter The Q Train to take care of everything! Imagine your guests reactions when they discover your function will be held on a private train! The entire train can be hired out at any time for groups 70 or more (Food of your choice / Degustation and Drinks). Club Loco can be hired out for groups of 20 or more (Drinks and Finger Food). The Q Class Dining and Bar Cars can be hired out for groups of 30 or more (Degustation and Drinks). Contact us below, or give us a call to discuss your bespoke function!

To start planning for you next event, please contact one of our friendly staff on 03 5251 5333

Bookings Call: 0474 968 309 Email: bookings@theqtrain.com.au

Mexican Graffiti

Sandstone & Co

Mexican Graffiti is so much more than just a restaurant now days. Now offering banquet menus for large functions, cinema dine-out packages and gift vouchers, it also offers the opportunity to try Mexican food at an entry level. Mexican Graffiti still has Californian-style choices and the full range classic Mexican flavours. Customers can relax in a friendly family atmosphere and enjoy a quite bite to eat or takeaway, every day of the week from 11am until late. The early bird specials, served up until 6.30pm, are an ideal way to try Mexican food without hurting your budget.(Prices starting from as little as $10.00). For those game enough, Mexican Graffiti has a new tequila shot straight out of Mexico with the worm and the theme: “Drink the worm and feel the burn”. Frozen Margaritas and Daiquiris are also available, and large range of local and imported beers, as well as a well-established ranges of wines. Mexican Graffiti is located at 43 Yarra Street, Geelong. Take-away orders can be made on 5223 1093. Now’s also a good time to start thinking about your birthday celebrations or Christmas break-ups or any other function that you have in mind. Book now on (03) 5222 2036.

Our mission is simple… wonderful coffee, fresh tasty food and amazing service. We never underestimate the power of a simple greeting… a smile and a friendly face is always on the menu, with old-fashioned service takeing pride of place at Sandstone. Let us cater for your birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, affordable weddings & engagements with bookings available for 5 to 80 guests. Our monthly High Teas are delicious & fit for a queen complete with white linen table clothes & beautiful vintage china. Sweet & savoury delights are served on our gorgeous 3 tier rose gold cake stands. A great way to celebrate a special occasion, baby shower, hens party or a catch up with friends. These events book out quickly so bookings are essential $39 per person includes a glass of champagne. Sandstone's elegant yet relaxed atmosphere & commitment to customer service assures that your dining experience is one to remember. We are family friendly & love our little customers just as much as the grown ups. Our outdoor courtyard is the perfect place to visit with your pooch.

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Leura Park Estate

Noble Foods

Life is short, Celebrate well!

Noble Foods’ has years of experience specializing in corporate & school meetings luncheons and dinners, funeral services, open days, private functions and birthday parties.

This popular Bellarine winery’s tagline sums up why people keep returning to Leura Park Estate. Here, premium wine, lovely food and an understated elegance rule supreme. Party goers, families and friends of all ages are at home. ‘The Vault’, a popular space for larger groups and private parties, is an imposing Opera House-esque living art form. Although constructed of concrete waves the ambience and interior is warm, funky and inviting. Culinary offerings for your function are vast and delicious – whether you opt for a more casual Grazing Menu, assorted stone based pizzas, a gourmet BBQ package or perhaps a canape cocktail-style affair, Chef David ‘Hutch’ Hutchinson has got you covered. Functions and conferences for up to 80 are catered for. The sun may not be shining but great sounds still are. Celebrating its 11th year of live music on Sundays, the regular cast of local, loved musicians revive covers from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and beyond.

UU 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis VV 03 5264 3333 Open Thursday–Sunday 10am–5pm OO www.leuraparkestate.com.au 72

Utilizing only quality produce, right down to the top shelf bread in our sandwiches, we have an extensive range of food made on the premises including cocktail foods, salads, canapes, lasagnes, quiches, signature risotto cakes and fruit platters to name a few, coupled along side our range of over 30 different petit desserts, a full range of cakes and slices, we guarantee it will satisfy your guests appetites. We can even assist in catering for both vegan and gluten free guests at your request. Pick up or delivery throughout the Geelong and Bellarine district 7 days a week is available. Call into the shop, grab a catering brochure (or download from our website) and have a chat to either Carol or Nicole who can recommend, work out your guests needs along with quantities and bring your next event to fruition.

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Two Sugars Eggs Benedict poached eggs, grilled ham, sautéed spinach, hollandaise sauce with paprika served on a charcoal brioche bun Chef: Kristian Ruggeri Available at: Two Sugars Café, East Geelong

Margherita Wood Fired Pizza tomato, fior di latte, fresh basil and olive oil Available at: Two Sugars Café, West Geelong

WINE {DOMAINE} GEELONG prunier Cognac XXO, exclusive to Wine {Domaine} Geelong. Available at: Wine {Domaine} Geelong

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Ash Rd, Leopold 5250 6445 Mon-Fri 8-4 Sat 8-1

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360Q Queenscliff ’s 360Q offers the very best in harbourside dining seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, with dinner from Thursday to Sunday. Our chefs are schooled in local and international restaurants and are inspired by decadent, global ﬂavours to create incredible dishes laden with fresh produce from the famed foodie paradise that is the Bellarine. It’s destination dining at its finest. Enjoy weekly wine and cocktail specials, locals dining on Thursdays, Seniors Lunches every weekday and a Sunday roast. Check our website for special events and to book!

360Q With million-dollar water water views, gourmet dining and five-star service, 360Q is the crown jewel of function spaces on the Bellarine Peninsula. Our first-ﬂoor events space has ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows for sensational views over the marina and the Bay. Menus and beverage packages are tailored to suit both formal sit-down and cocktail-style events. Barry Iddles and his team are skilled at all manner of functions including weddings, big birthdays, engagement parties or anniversaries. Call for an appointment and the team will show you around.

2 wharf St East, Queenscliff

2 wharf St, Queenscliff

5257 4200 www.360q.com.au

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Chef: Donna Puglia Available at: Sandstone & Co

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PIKNIK CafĂŠ Scooping dream ice cream for all seasons

Whoever said that ice cream is only for the summer time? In actual fact, this soft, frozen treat is a favourite at anytime, no matter the season. images: Mark wilkiins

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About halfway along the Queenscliff Road at PIKNIK, owned and operated by David and Denise Humphris, Denise has been, literally, churning out her house-made ice cream since 2016, and it has become a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike. Their chiller cabinet is filled with favourite flavours including vanilla bean, chocolate, peppermint choc chip, coffee, salted caramel, a vegan-friendly Black Hawaii which is made with coconut and chocolate and plum jam, the newest flavour to join this frozen family. The ice creams have an intense flavour and are very creamy. Denise uses seasonal produce including fruit from around the Bellarine and Sungold full cream milk from Warrnambool. To produce a batch of ice cream, Denise starts early in the morning, while the kitchen is cool, to make the anglaise which is the creamy base. It has to be cooled in the fridge for a few hours and then poured into the Telme Italian churner. It takes about 30 minutes to churn each batch. The longer it churns, the lighter the ice cream. 96

Following the churning process, Denise skilfully pours out the ice cream into five-litre stainless steel containers, ready for the chiller cabinet. David says, “Each week during summer time we make about 25 litres of vanilla, 10 litres of coffee and about 5 litres of each of the other flavours. They are all gluten free.” “The ice cream is served in waffle cones and cups and we also have 500ml take-home packs,” adds David. He continues, “We also use it in our spiders and milk shakes, and our iced coffee has vanilla and also coffee ice cream which is combined with our Allpress espresso coffee.” David comments that they have found that their ice cream is of good quality and has stood the test of time and is what their customers like. As for other PIKNIK offerings, David continues, “We’ve got the weekend cellar door, next door, with Anthony Brain from Livewire Wines on The Bellarine. He gives wine tastings and showcases our region’s fine wines. This is a great drawcard for us.”

AUTUMN PIKNIK

PIKNIK is a unique fully licensed cafe and pantry housed in an invitingly converted service station. Match our ever changing fresh menu with a fantastic selection of local wines and beers. Try house made ice cream, freshly baked cakes & pastries and pick up some of our wonderful take home meals and preserves on your way through. Check out our pop up cellar door every weekend featuring Livewire wines.

AUTUMN TRADING HOURS: Wed – Sun 7am–3pm 1195 Queenscliff Road, Swan Bay 3225 (03) 5258 5155 piknik.com.au info@piknik.com.au

“We’ve got a big, long table in there which we use for functions and big luncheons. We make all the food here, and also supply catering for outside events such as birthdays and weddings,” adds David. “We’re planning quarterly dinners now that the summer season is over, which is a menu event. We’ll get 40 people in to cook and cater for and we’ll get Anthony involved in that, too.” David says, “We are keen on showcasing seasonal and local produce where we can; tomatoes from up the road at Lonsdale Tomato Farm and goats cheese from Drysdale. Our bread comes from Alchemy Bakery in Queenscliff. We work with a lot of local businesses around the area.” “The Bellarine is really going from strength to strength now. People are discovering PIKNIK and that’s the way we like to roll. We are unique in where we are and what we do,” adds David. David and Denise's preserves, chutneys, jams and pickles are all doing really well for them. With mangoes currently in season, mango chutney is also available at the moment. In addition to PIKNIK's usual breakfast and lunch offerings, they have a range of take-home meals – such as a beef cheek rendang curry and Drysdale goat’s cheese tart, with more choices to follow. 98

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Special Events This March Fri 06 - ALL ABILITIES GOLF CLINIC Curlewis Golf Club, The Bellarine VIC - 2-4pm Get amongst some hip, green friendly fun at this awesome session & try the ParaGolfer, the very cool all-terrain wheelchair that elevates the user into a standing position to allow for a more conventional golf swing. Family, friends & carers all welcome to attend & qualified PGA all abilities coaches will be on hand. Snacks & beverages are available for purchase in the clubhouse following your exceptional experience. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Enq - 0488 100 074-Katie Bourke at genU Thu 12 - VIETNAMESE COOKING CLASS Hanoi Kitchen, Barwon Heads VIC - 10.30am-1pm This hands-on culinary experience is lead by Chef Hong who will take you through how to cook and eat three delicious courses. Includes a glass of bubbles on arrival, all recipes, a local produce guide and a Hanoi Kitchen apron. COST $140pp Enq - 03 4202 0525 Fri 13 - GROUND ZER0'S 2ND BIRTHDAY Ground Zer0 Cafe, Drysdale VIC - From 6.30pm Be sure to join this much anticipated party! Includes live music, 2 hours of canapĂŠs and a glass of sparkling on arrival with drink specials too! TICKETS $45pp Enq - 03 5251 5100 Sat 14 - AUSTRALIAN CIDER DAY Flying Brick Cider House, Wallington VIC - 10am-9pm Get your party boots on & celebrate this first ever national event which promises something for everyone with a full day of fun, food, cider & music with one of the most fantastic Tribute line-ups the region has seen! FROM $20pp Kids under 12yrs free with an adult Enq - www.flyingbrickciderco.com.au Sat 21 - YOGA IN THE VINES Jack Rabbit Vineyard, Bellarine VIC - 8.30-10.30am Enjoy a 60 minute yoga class suitable for all levels followed by a glass of bubbles and a delicious twocourse brunch including coffee overlooking the picturesque views of Corio Bay. BYO yoga mat. TICKETS $55pp Enq - www.jackrabbitvineyard.com.au

Sun 22 - CHARLIE LANDSBOROUGH LUNCH & SHOW The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 12pm Enjoy a two-course lunch before being enthralled by Charlie and his five-piece band with music ranging from inspirational to country and ballad to anthem. TICKETS $88.49pp Enq - www.sphinxhotel.com.au Wed 25 - MORNING MELODIES WITH BOBBY JAMES The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 10.30am Delight in morning tea before enjoying some nostalgia with 'Golden Memories' featuring many, many hits from years gone by prior to a delicious lunch. COST $26pp Enq - 03 5278 2911 Thu 26 - MORNING MELODIES WITH BRIAN MULDOON The Gateway Hotel, Corio VIC - 10.30am Enjoy morning tea before singing along to the 'Cash and Diamonds' show, then follow this tribute to the amazing Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond with a buffet lunch. (Including $2 voucher) COST $22pp Enq - 03 5275 1091 Fri 27 - GROWER CHAMPAGNE MASTERCLASS Wine {Domaine}, East Geelong VIC - 7pm With limited places available, be sure not to miss this informative evening about Champagnes produced by the estate that owns the vineyards where the grapes are grown. Hosted by Antoine Hugot. Includes grazing platters. COST $60pp Enq - 03 5222 2600 Sun 29 - AFTERNOON HIGH TEA Sandstone & Co. Cafe, Grovedale VIC - 3.30-5.30pm Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of delicious homemade sweet & savoury delights. Includes a glass of champagne or pink lemonade on arrival and a huge selection of traditional & herbal tea's. Bookings essential. COST $39pp Enq - 03 5244 2343

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Special Events This April Wed 15 - PASTA NIGHT Jokers on Ryrie Hotel, Geelong VIC - 5-8.30pm Choose one of 12 bellissimo pasta dishes which also offer a choice of spaghetti, fettuccine, rigatoni and potato gnocchi. Gluten free pasta is also available for an additional $2. A great autumn night out without breaking the bank! COST $12.50 each Enq - 03 5229 1104 Fri 17 - TALKING CATS LIVE The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 5pm Includes 2 course meal, player dining, fun panel interview + crowd Q&A session featuring Jack Steven, Gryan Miers, Tom Stewart & Mitch Duncan. There'll be a live & silent auction & a fundraising raffle supporting the bushfire relief. TICKETS $106.59 Enq - www.eventbrite.com.au Fri 17 - PAINT & SIP AT LEURA PARK ESTATE 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis VIC - 6.30-9pm Bring out your inner Picasso at this fun and friendly painting class. Includes all art supplies as well as aprons, instruction, wine, canapés, cheese and your own canvas masterpiece to take home. Just bring along photo inspiration! TICKETS $79.81 Enq - www.leuraparkestate.com.au Sat 18 - HEY TONIGHT CREEDENCE TRIBUTE SHOW+DINNER 360Q Restaurant, Queenscliff Harbour VIC - 6.30pm Enjoy a swamp rockin' musical journey and a good time revisiting the golden years of the brilliant C.C.R. along with a sumptuous three-course dinner inclusive of beer, wine, sparkling and soft drinks. TICKETS $120pp Enq - www.trybooking.com/BEAUW Fri 24 - PAINT & SIP AT LEURA PARK ESTATE 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis VIC - 6.30-9pm Bring out your inner Picasso at this fun and friendly painting class. Includes all art supplies as well as aprons, instruction, wine, canapés, cheese and your own canvas masterpiece to take home. Just bring along photo inspiration! TICKETS $79.81 Enq - www.leuraparkestate.com.au

Sat 25 - BLUES MOBILE BISTRO MEAL/SHOW The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 7pm Enjoy a two-course meal deal before shakin' a tailfeather with a Blues Brothers set + an 80s hit set. TICKETS $47.92 Enq - www.sphinxhotel.com.au Sun 26 - LOCAL PRODUCE DEGUSTATION LUNCH The Q Train, Queenscliff VIC 12.30-3.30pm (approx.) Enjoy a gourmet adventure with an amazing menu showcasing the region's best in a relaxed atmosphere while travelling the Bellarine Railway aboard this award winning restaurant. FROM $131.45pp Enq - www.theqtrain.com.au Wed 29 - MORNING MELODIESAN ABBA TRIBUTE The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 10.30am Delight in morning tea before enjoying 'Thank You For The Music' featuring many, many hits from the Swedish super-group prior to a delicious lunch. COST $26pp Enq - 03 5278 2911 Thu 30 - MORNING MELODIES WITH ARNIE GRIVES The Gateway Hotel, Corio VIC - 10.30am Enjoy morning tea and this ever so popular not to be missed 'One-Man Party' prior to a buffet lunch. (Including $2 voucher) COST $22pp Enq - 03 5275 1091 Thu 30 - JED HART BOOK LAUNCH LUNCHEON 360Q Restaurant, Queenscliff Harbour VIC - 12.15pm Don't miss the launch of Point Lonsdale author Jed Hart's wartime action debut novel, Without Warning. This thriller is based partly on Jed's own military experience. Includes an in-conversation chat with Jed plus a stunning three-course luncheon with drinks at bar prices. TICKETS $50pp Enq - www.trybooking.com/BHSFH

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Special Events This May Wed 06 - PIZZA WEDNESDAYS Pizzeria Adamo, Geelong VIC - 5pm-9.30pm Indulge in your favourite pizza all to yourself. Shared pizzas will be charged at normal prices. COST $13pp Enq - 03 5222 8390 Fri 08 - PAINT & SIP AT LEURA PARK ESTATE 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis VIC - 6.30-9pm Bring out your inner Picasso at this fun and friendly painting class. Includes all art supplies as well as aprons, instruction, wine, canapés, cheese and your own canvas masterpiece to take home. Just bring along photo inspiration! TICKETS $79.81 Enq - www.leuraparkestate.com.au Wed 20 - PASTA NIGHT Jokers on Ryrie Hotel, Geelong VIC - 5-8.30pm Choose one of 12 bellissimo pasta dishes which also offer a choice of spaghetti, fettuccine, rigatoni and potato gnocchi. Gluten free pasta is also available for an additional $2. A great autumn night out without breaking the bank! COST $12.50 each Enq - 03 5229 1104 Thu 21 - HIGH TEA Banks Road Vineyard Restaurant, Marcus Hill VIC - 12-4pm Enjoy a delicious tier of sweet and savoury finger foods and a glass of sparkling Cuvee or tea or coffee. Bookings advised, minimum two people per booking. COST $30pp Enq - 0455 594 391 Fri 22 - LOCAL PRODUCE DEGUSTATION LUNCH The Q Train, Drysdale VIC - 11.45-2.45pm (approx.) Enjoy a gourmet adventure with an amazing menu showcasing the region's best in a relaxed atmosphere while travelling the Bellarine Railway aboard this award winning restaurant. FROM $131.45pp Enq - www.theqtrain.com.au

Wed 27 - MORNING MELODIES WITH FRANKIE The Sphinx Hotel, North Geelong VIC - 10.30am Delight in morning tea before enjoying a walk down memory lane with 'Happy Days' prior to a delicious lunch. COST $26pp Enq - 03 5278 2911 Thu 28 - MORNING MELODIES WITH ADAM SPICER The Gateway Hotel, Corio VIC - 10.30am Enjoy morning tea before being hilariously entertained by 'Random Ads' prior to a buffet lunch. (Including $2 voucher) COST $22pp Enq - 03 5275 1091 Fri 29 - PAINT & SIP AT LEURA PARK ESTATE 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis VIC - 6.30-9pm Bring out your inner Picasso at this fun and friendly painting class. Includes all art supplies as well as aprons, instruction, wine, canapés, cheese and your own canvas masterpiece to take home. Just bring along photo inspiration! TICKETS $79.81 Enq - www.leuraparkestate.com.au Sat 30 - THE MCCLYMONTS 2020 TOUR-DINNER+SHOW The Gateway Hotel, Corio VIC - 6pm Kick it up with Australia's favourite female group as they perform hit-after-hit along with a swag of new songs with their spectacular harmonies and full electric band in what will be one of the most exciting shows for 2020. 18+ event. TICKETS $77.55pp Enq - 03 5275 1091 SAVE THE DATE - JUNE LONG WEEKEND Fri 05-Mon 08 - 18TH NATIONAL CELTIC FESTIVAL Portarlington Foreshore and Township, VIC - Fri evening-Mon afternoon Celebrate this milestone event by Unleashing the Spirit, Discovering the Passion and Experiencing the Culture which is Celticism! Soak up the music, laughter and fare of this premier annual event. FROM $65pp Enq - www.nationalcelticfestival.com

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Hip Green Autumn Fun & Fabulous Dining! Curlewis Clubhouse serves up the lot. ARTICLE BY: supplied | PHOTOGRAPHS: supplied

It’s not only about great golf at Curlewis Golf Club (although golfers will quickly add that the cherished ‘jewel’ of The Bellarine is a must play!) Once you calm your excitement about tackling the hallowed fairways of the fastest growing golf club in Australia (and its ongoing accolades for innovation and improved rankings), it’s worth checking out the myriad other options available. A top PGA Pro, great member cohort, a fantastic Women’s Pathway program – from fun beginners clinics through to a Mini Membership - Junior Clinics as well as a dynamic Junior Development Program (complimentary for all Junior Members). GolfBoards (a cool fusion between a golf cart, snowboard and Segways) and FootGolf too, (a combination of two of the world’s most popular sports – soccer and golf – just a few things on offer at Curlewis Golf Club. Add to that the totally transformed clubhouse, delicious lunches 7 days and top Bistro dining on Friday and Saturday nights. The Lunch Menu features a perfect fusion between ‘clubhouse classics’ (including steak sandwiches, lemon & dill battered fish, panko calamari and the best country bakery-style sandwiches around) as well 102

as delicious crisp pork belly salad, asian beef noodle salad and a Ploughmans to mention a few. Friday and Saturday nights the Bistro Menu shines with culinary choices complimented by an extensive wine list featuring local and international wines. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself turning into the Curlewis gates when you need a coffee and cake fix either. Head Chef, Tara Thyer’s reputation as a brilliant patissiere continues to see sweet tooths flock to Curlewis to enjoy the array of house made cakes, friands and slices with their barista-made coffee. Golf, fun, wining, dining. One thing is certain – Curlewis has got you covered!

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Something for everyone! The FIRST EVER Australian Cider Day Celebration

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Get your party boots on! The inaugural Australian Cider Day is landing at Flying Brick Cider House and promises a full day of music, fun, food, cider and celebrations for all ages. Officially endorsed by Cider Australia, online tickets are now on sale to the Australian Cider Day celebration to be held on Saturday 14 March. Only $20pp via www.cidercelebrations.com.au, tickets are a passport to a full day of entertainment with one of the most fantastic Tribute line ups the region has seen. Tickets on the day will be $25pp. Kids under 12 are free if accompanied by an adult. This massive March celebration is all in the name of celebrating the humble apple, or more specifically its spin-off, cider – a drink that has taken the world by storm in the last decade. Four fabulous bands and a fantastic array of food, cider, beer, wine, kid’s activities and cider making demonstrations complete the picture for a top day out! Kicking off at 10am, four of the most popular tribute bands in Australia will be

performing throughout the day until 9pm – literally the ultimate Tribute line up. Patrons will be entertained all day as they revel in some of the most iconic music the world has ever known. First cab off the rank is Night Fever – Bee Gees Revival. Sing along, dance and celebrate all the hits, colour, sounds and moves of true music royalty with Australia’s number one Bee Gees show. Next up, internationally acclaimed BABBA will bring out everyone’s inner Dancing Queen with a guaranteed spellbinding, spectacular performance. The international world tour sensation – Simply the Best – Rebecca O’Connor as Tina Turner is next. Not only does Rebecca bare an uncanny resemblance to Tina Turner, her incredible vocal range and performance style have been described as one of the most authentic, making this tribute one of the most entertaining and exciting shows honouring this artist the world has ever seen. Australian Cider Day revellers will also get to bop along to legendary local cover band, Test Pilot Molly. Loved for their vibrant performances of contemporary pop hits, they are nothing short of awesome. 105

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And that’s just the entertainment… Cider Making demonstrations will enable people to experience behind the scenes on a rare adventure to explore, taste and learn about crafting boutique ciders from fresh fruit. Get amongst it at 11am, 1pm, 3pm and 5pm. New release ciders will be available for tasting and on the pour throughout the day as will a couple of cheeky cocktails the Flying Brick team have been busily devising! Lots of food will be on offer – patrons will be able to choose from a huge range of food stations and food trucks. Kids will be happy too - not only do children under 12 get in FREE, the Kid’s ‘CORE’ner will feature a Jumping Castle, face painting and balloon artist set to get a smile on everyone’s dial. The Australian Cider Day Celebration will be held at Flying Brick Cider House, 1251 Bellarine Highway, Wallington on Saturday 14 March, 10am – 9pm.

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Tee off with the Curlewis Women’s Pathway Program ARTICLE BY: supplied | PHOTOGRAPHS: supplied

At Curlewis Golf Club, everyone is welcome (and we know the thought of getting into golf - or making the move from lessons to playing regularly - can be a bit daunting!) The Curlewis team has designed a Women’s Pathway Program – it’s easy, friendly and fun - the perfect progression for all ages and abilities. Tee off at a free Come & Try Golf Day. Our legendary PGA Pro team will show you the ropes and have you hitting balls in no time. We’ll even provide the clubs and balls! The next step is to put your toe in a little deeper and participate in a friendly three week Women’s Beginner Clinic. It’s here you will discover how much fun golf can be. Designed for all ages 109

and abilities, each clinic features a 1 x hour weekly session for three consecutive weeks under the nurturing eye of the Curlewis PGA Pro Team. With a maximum of five participants per clinic, there are new clinics starting every month. The third step in the Curlewis Women’s Pathway Program is the 10 Week Intermediate Program. This program is for those who are starting to get the golf bug and it seriously rocks! Ongoing weekly clinics with our PGA Pro Team will have you fine tuning your club selection and shots and learning the essentials of driving, chipping and putting. The Intermediate Program will also guide you in getting out on the course. It is here you will also learn to get your head around golf rules & scoring which can be incredibly daunting at first glance. Once the golf bug bites a bit harder, Curlewis offers a Six Month Mini Membership. This is the perfect way to ease yourself into all things golf club, course and membership without the massive commitment. Develop your skills and have fun! You’ll also have access to FREE bi-weekly coaching clinics with popular PGA Pro, Steve Brodie. Dedicated 9 Hole Competitions every week (where you play for a bottle of premium Bubbles!) provide 110

a relaxed, friendly way to learn the essentials of golf competition. Meet and be mentored by other women Members - ask them about anything - etiquette, rules, other golf ‘stuff ’ you’ve forgotten! The Mini Membership provides full access to the golf course in non-competition times, the opportunity to get your own Handicap and official Golflink number. You also receive full Curlewis Member privileges (including discounts at the Clubhouse, the Range @ Curlewis as well as top Bellarine wine & dine venues Jack Rabbit Vineyard, Leura Park Estate, Flying Brick Cider Co!) Last but definitely not least is Full Membership. Congratulations - you’ve made it! Full membership benefits apply – the course, competitions and clubhouse are yours to enjoy whenever you wish. You might even like to consider joining the awesome Curlewis Women’s Pennant team. Receive a $100 Clubhouse Dining Voucher to celebrate your Membership! To find out more about the Women’s Pathway Program, contact hello@curlewisgolf.com.au www.curlewisgolf.com.au P 5251 1111

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Wine Geelong Update

With President, Robin Brockett article by: Amanda Sherring | Photos: supplied

"As a region we have been very fortunate not to be impacted by the devastating bushfires which has caused havoc in so many wine growing regions. Our heart goes out to all our fellow winemakers who have lost their harvest. Many areas in New South Wales, Canberra, Victoria and South Australia have been affected," Wine Geelong president Robin Brockett says. The end of summer often signals the beginning of the harvest, with the month of March dedicated to this step of the wine-making process. Following some heavy rainfall in the region, crops are a vibrant green with plenty of fruit to create the next year’s vintage.

The past few months have been a challenging time for wine growers across Australia. While bushfires ravaged much of the country, our region escaped the devastation. Thick smoke blanketing Geelong and surrounds served as the only reminder for those who weren’t so lucky.

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"Crops are shaping up to be average to slightly below but quality once again shaping up to be very good. It’s an exciting time of the year with all the hard work of the past 12 months coming to fruition. By the end of April all grapes should be safely tucked away in the winery and well on the way to creating another great vintage," he says. As crops are harvested, they are soon crushed and pressed, before moving on to the final steps of making wine – the last of which, is of course bottling. Two of the next few wines to release is the Pinot and Chardonnary varieties, both of which will be celebrated at dedicated Wine Geelong events in May.

The Pinot Affair runs for the third year, once again showcasing the world-class cool climate Pinot Noir of the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Moorabool Valley. This elegantly styled event takes place at the Deakin Waterfront café on Saturday 30 May.

A Splash of Chardonnay is a welcome addition to the Wine Geelong event calendar, forming a perfect trio of events for our most well-known varieties. Expanding these celebrations beyond our region, will be another new event from Wine Geelong.

The inaugural A Splash of Chardonnay takes place on the same weekend as the Pinot Affair at Deakin University Waurn Ponds campus on Sunday 31 May.

Held on Saturday 5 September for the first time this year, Cheers Geelong sees 20 plus wineries head up the highway to Williamstown Hall. The event will show exactly why Geelong is booming as one of Victoria’s premium wine regions.

"We are very excited with this new initiative which will showcase the world class Chardonnays the region produces," Robin says. "Along with Pinot Noir and Shiraz we are very, very fortunate as a region to have three varieties we are world class at producing." "A Splash of Chardonnay dovetails in beautifully with Pinot Affair and gives people an opportunity to sample both varieties over two days. There is incredible diversity of style produced by all our winemakers and will demonstrate their fantastic skills." Geelong Chardonnays have been described as elegant and with a sublime mineral complexity. The region has benchmark Chardonnays that weave texture, finesse and complexity with the finely focused citrus and stone fruit characters. Coupled with gentle and supporting French oak use, the wines produced can be very classy indeed.

"Although we love people visiting our wonderful Geelong region, this is an opportunity for us to showcase our wines to our many followers in Melbourne," he says. Back in Geelong a handcrafted walnut Wine Geelong Honour Board hangs proudly on the wall at Geelong Cellar Door – a popular haunt for wine lovers in the region. The board features incredible workmanship by Olivia O’Connor, serving as a fitting tribute to the local talent in the wine industry and all that’s been achieved to date. "This is very important to celebrate our wine making history and the pioneers who have got us to where we are today," Robin says. "It also recognises the great achievements of winemakers over the past 20 years in winemaking. The future is certainly very bright for the Geelong region." 113

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With a constantly growing list of wineries and talented winemakers in the region, Wine Geelong is celebrating its newest member, Oneday Estate. The Curlewis winery is one of the more unique options on the Bellarine Peninsula, with a thoughtfully collected and eclectic array of handcrafted and recycled material from the Peninsula and beyond. The collection includes the Queenscliff Marina, the old Barwon Heads Bridge, Old Catholic Church Trusses and even features a solid bevelled glass door that once belonged to Robert Holmes à Court. With sweeping views of the rolling hills and 14-acre vineyard, you can relax and enjoy Oneday Estate’s small batches of handcrafted Pinot Noir, Shiraz or Riesling. Whether dining Geelong Cellar Door, a winery or at one of the six events hosted by Wine Geelong, there’s plenty of reasons to be drinking and celebrating local wines. 114

"There is something for everyone across all these events," he says. "[It is] certainly exciting times for Wine Geelong."

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Terindah Estate Established in 2000 by owners Peter and Cate Slattery, Terindah Estate's 100-acre boutique winery is a mustsee destination for locals and beyond, boasting award-winning wines, delectable food and spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay and the You Yangs.

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Indonesian for ‘most beautiful’, Terindah Estate features a daily-opening wine bar that wraps around the cellar door and looks across the open lawns and grape vines. Boasting ocean views from a thoughtfully designed space, The Deck wine bar serves French-inspired small plates that are ideal for sharing. Those looking for a more formal dining experience from Thursday through Monday can venture downstairs to Terindah Estate’s signature restaurant The Shed, where high quality, seasonal and local produce is used to create an à la carte menu designed to complement the estate-made wines, executed with true talent and unique flair. Signature dishes on The Shed’s menu include crispy skin snapper, carrot, citrus salad, caviar and lamb noisette, pickled zucchini, turnip and vine cherry tomato. These meals are brought to life thanks to the experienced kitchen team led by Executive Chef Russell Hall and Sous Chef Claudio Carta. The team use an abundance of local, seasonal produce including ingredients grown on-site at Terindah’s own vegetable and herb garden. On The Deck you can choose from a range 118

of fresh artisan breads, freshly shucked oysters, a selection of charcuterie and cheese boards and more. All meals can be paired with awardwinning wines from Terindah Estate's portfolio that include Sparkling, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Rosé, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Shiraz. Terindah Estate wines often score highly with James Halliday and the gourmet food received the ‘Cellar Door with the Best Food in Geelong’ by Gourmet Traveller Wine two years in a row. Terindah Estate was also rated as one of the top five regional Victorian restaurants to visit in 2013 by Tourism Victoria. The wine accolades are thanks to young Bendigo-born winemaker, Timothy Byrne, who refers to his career as a vocation. As the old saying goes, when you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. Tim has had a fruitful journey of travel and selfdiscovery in the lead up to his appointment as Terindah Estate’s Vineyard Manager in 2013 and Winemaker in 2015. He had his introduction into winemaking on his family’s farm north of Shepparton, Victoria where his parents had a private vineyard, purely for pleasure rather than commercial reasons.

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After a stint abroad working in construction, Tim returned to the wine industry in Australia where he soon attained a Bachelor of Wine Science. Following this degree Tim delved deeper into the art of viticulture while working at Brown Magpie Wines, Bellbrae Estate and Scotchman’s Hill Winery before making his start at Terindah Estate. With cooler overnight temperatures and extremely fertile grounds, Timothy enjoys the luxury of making wine at Terindah Estate. Mentored by highly esteemed winemaker, John Durham, Tim ensures grape quality and fruit characters are ideal at harvest, capturing the unique characteristics of each vintage and varietal to produce exceptional wine. With a penchant for Burgundy varieties, Tim says winemaking is the only career he hasn’t grown tired of. “I’m continuing to become more and more excited about wine and love its variety and dynamic nature. Winemaking is a healthy mix of art and science which suits my personality to a tee.” In addition to the quality wine produced, the stunning architectural event spaces and

sweeping views of the bay lends Terindah Estate as one of the region’s premier wedding venues. After opening in 2002, it wasn’t until 2006 when the first Terindah Estate private event was held in The Shed. All special occasions and celebrations were held here until February 2012 when the first event took place in the purpose-built, stunning architectural event space. Now weddings, corporate events and other celebrations occur year-round in this space, welcoming up to 200 guests in the dining room. With the option to combine with the Veranda Deck, Mezzanine Deck and Cellar Door, the spaces on the Terindah property are flexible and can be easily configured for any occasion and group size. Weddings at Terindah Estate provide a sophisticated and seamless celebration to highlight the unity between couples. The team specialise in providing the perfect blank canvas for a bespoke wedding celebration and can be flexible to achieve the couple's goals. Terindah provides an end-to-end service with a Wedding Coordinator onsite, to assist from planning to 119

inception. Their expert team will ensure nothing but the best hospitality on your special day. With breathtaking panoramic views of Corio and the You Yangs, across Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne’s city skyline Terindah Estate truly is the perfect mix of nature’s elements, with water views, rolling hills and blossoming vines. Located less than 80 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD and only 20 minutes from Geelong, Terindah Estate is easily accessible as part of a day trip or weekend escape and the perfect venue for a romantic getaway, wedding, private function or corporate event. To make it even easier to explore Terindah Estate and its neighbours, Port Phillip Ferries runs a regular service between Melbourne Docklands and Portarlington and the newly opened Geelong to Portarlington. Terindah has also partnered with affiliate wineries nearby to offer a complimentary bus service for wine lovers and explorers, leaving every half hour from the Portarlington pier. When heading to the Bellarine, consider a visit to this award-winning, must-see destination. With such stunning views of the bay and incredible food and wine, you’ll never want to leave. 120

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terindah estate

2016 methode traditionelle pinot noir chardonnay Bellarine Peninsula

12% abv

Light bronze in colour. Good beading in the glass. Complex aromas of ripe fruit and rich mouthfeel. A blend of Pinot Noir & Chardonnay showing more characteristics of the Chardonnay with ripe melon and brioche. Good acidity keeping it tight and well balanced. I would recommend this as more of a food sparkling as apposed to an aperitif sparkling. Food: Seared Scallops with melted butter Drink: Now

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2018 single vineyard pinot noir 13.5% abv Bellarine Peninsula Garnet red in colour. Strong Pinot Noir aromas showing some tobacco & spice with a hint of stalks which I assume come from the input of whole bunches gone into the ferment. Dark cherry and spices fill the rich palate. A powerful Pinot Noir from a warm vintage. Fruit, acid and tannins are all in balance so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wait and see how this evolves with at least 5 years under its belt. It will reward the patient. Food: Braised lamb shoulder Drink: 2021â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2029

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santa & d'sas

13% abv

2019 Fiano King Valley

Light straw in colour. The grape variety Fiano is a Southern Italian grape variety which in Australia is normally grown in the warmer climates like Mc Laren Vale and the Riverina. I was unsure what to expect with Fiano coming from King Valley but it works and works well. Think ripe Summer fruits, stone fruits, melon and pineapple. The variety is quite textural sitting somewhere between a Pinot Gris and Viognier. I’m glad that the acid has been kept in check which I think would come naturally coming from King Valley. A great value wine for $25 and under price bracket. Food: Sweet & Sour Chicken Drink: 2020–2025

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2017 heathcote Shiraz Heathcote

14.4% abv

Deep red/ purple in colour. Full ripe fruit without pushing the boundaries of overripe fruit. Aromas of blood plums, dark berries and dark chocolate. Powerful yet polished mouthfeel showing great depth and purity of fruit. Deft handling has ensured this wine hit the high notes from the start to the finish. All class. Food: Rib eye steak with roasted root vegetables Drink: 2020–2030

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Scotchmans Hill 2014 cornelius syrah Bellarine Peninsula

14.5% abv

Vivid purple red in colour. Initial nose of liquorice, dark berries and spices. Partial whole bunch has been used to add both further complexity to both the palate and structure. This is Flagship Scotchmans Hill and you can tell as it evolves in the glass displaying both fruit purity and great winemaking techniques. I can’t imagine there would be much left of this wine so grab it while you can. Food: Mediterranean lamb cooked in a tangine Drink: 2020–2027

Scotchmans Hill 2017 Shiraz Bellarine Peninsula

14.5% abv

Deep red in colour with beautiful depth. Aromas of dark berries, liquorice and black cracked pepper. It’s interesting to note that the clonal selection for the shiraz is PT23 which is used in a lot of cool climate regions for their Shiraz. These are the aroma profiles in which is indicative of this clone and also the regional style. This is a extremely well made Shiraz showing lashings of fruit on the palate, which seamlessly dovetails into a long finish with touches of French Oak. Food: Medium rare rack of lamb Drink: 2020–2030

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leura park estate 2018 pinot gris Bellarine Peninsula

14% abv

Shimmering mid gold in colour. Aromas of Nashi Pear, white peach and exotic fruits. This is quite a rich oily/ textural Pinot Gris that shows a generous mouthfeel. Similar flavours roll out across the palate whilst maintaining a good fruit, acid and tannin balance. This Burgundian Grape variety is well and truly entrenched with the local wine scene. Food: White fleshy fish Drink: 2020–2023

leura park estate 2017 shiraz Bellarine Peninsula

13.5% abv

Vibrant red in colour in colour. I’m not from an European background and you may be wondering why I say this in a wine review? The answer is in my travels of the world with food and wine I have never encountered a wine that smells more of European Sausage with sage & pepper than this. Now before you question this, I am saying this as a positive. This is a food style wine that should be in every Australian, European themed Restaurant. Beautifully balanced with poise and polish. Food: Calabrese Sausage Pizza Drink: 2020–2029 128

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flying brick cider house DRAUGHT CIDER Bellarine Peninsula

5.8% abv

Golden straw in colour. Good carbonation on initial pour. Aromas literly smell like walking through an apple orchard on a rainy day. Good clean flavours follow onto the mid palate showing great freshness. Well balanced cider showing that great things come from fresh produce. A credit to the team at Flying Brick. Drink: Now

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4.8% abv

Golden straw in colour. The pear cider is quite perfumed on the nose. This is more like a winemakers drink as it has complexties, and interest. Think poached pear and you would be close to the mark. Drink: Now

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