4 Tingira Cres
t: 4232 4990
littleblowholecafe@gmail.com www.littleblowholecafe.com May 2014
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Wings Over the Illawarra takes off
The theme for this year’s Wings over the Illawarra Air Show is the Centenary of Military Aviation. As such, it has attracted an impressive range of old and new military aircraft, including A-18 Hornets, a Spitfire and Hudson from Temora, a P51 Mustang, a P40 Kittyhawk, a T-6 Texan, a Sabre and more. As I was reading this list out to Steve, he kept saying ‘Yes! Yes! Yes!’, so I don’t think we’ll be seeing him at the Café that day. The day will feature a wide range of activities and displays, including an air show of aerobatic, historic, modern and military aircraft along with defence force exhibits, freestyle motocross
displays, classic cars and bikes, amusement rides, merchandise and food stalls. Wings over the Illawarra is the only major air show in NSW and has reached a stage in its growth that means it is being promoted heavily in Sydney. It could be wise to pre-purchase your tickets online and travel by train as this event is set to attract over 20,000 spectators. Funds raised will support various charities helping the disadvantage youth of the Illawarra. Details: Sunday 4 May, Adults $35, under 16 $15, family pass $75 www.wingsovertheillawarra.com.au
Your Mothers’ Day options Don’t leave your bookings for Mothers’ Day til the last minute. It is our busiest day of the year, and we feel bad when we have to turn people away. You can come early for breakfast - we’ll have some special options as well as your usual favourites - or book in for our continuing tradition of a two course lunch special (see page two for the menu). Great value at just $35. Details: Sunday 11 May Breakfast from 8am, special lunch menu only from noon
Calling all Celts!
Chasing the big fish Bad weather forced the postponement of the Blowhole Big Fish Tournament to the end of May.
The 2011 Census figures for Kiama show that over 20 per cent of us identify our ancestors as coming from Scotland and Ireland (and with another 30% nominating Australia, the numbers are probably higher!). So Berry’s Celtic Festival might be worth a visit if you want to celebrate your heritage. Commencing with a pipes parade through Berry, the Festival then centres on the Showground. There will be more pipes, string ensembles, dancing and singing performances of Scottish, Irish, Welsh, Galician and Australian heritage origins, and demonstrations of physical prowess by the wonderfully named Tartan Warriors. Other activities include the annual raffle of a magnificent Celtic quilt made by the Nowra Quilters, a Cornish pasty competition, wandering minstrels and clan stalls. Details: 24 May, from 9.30am Adults $10, children $5, family of 4 $20
Info on adapting your house for your old age If you are thinking of ways to make your house easier to live in when you or other members of your family are less mobile, then you might like to go and hear local author and architect Harry Sprintz talk about the design choices available. Details: Thursday 1 May, 10-11.30 Kiama Library. Bookings essential. p 4233 1133
The Big Fish offers over $25,000 in prizes and attracts up to 50 boats each year. Tuna and marlin are the main targets. Their families must really like eating fish... Details: Watch out for the action around the Harbour on the last weekend in May.
Hear the orchestral stars of tomorrow Bluescope Steel Youth Orchestra, the flagship orchestra of the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music, is playing a concert organised by Gerringong Music Club. It will be a great opportunity to hear a lively orchestral sound in an intimate setting, and meet the individual instruments of the orchestra. Details: Sunday 18 May, 2pm Gerringong Primary School Hall 12 Archibald Road. Tickets $15 or free for students, children and members.
MOTHERS’ DAY MENU Give your mum, or the mother of your children, a special treat on the 11th, by bringing her to lunch at the Café. Great value with two courses and coffee $35 Mains
Dessert
Italian Lemon Chicken
Pannacotta
on a Pearl Cous Cous Salad
w Berries and Raspberry Couli
Cha Ca - Fish
Passionfruit Mousse
w Dill & Turmeric Hanoi style
w Meringue Shards
Beef Cheeks
Triple Chocolate Tart
Braised in Red Wine w Mash
w Strawberries
Bookings advisable t 4232 4990. NB Only this special menu will be served from noon.
We are pleased to have been chosen by the innovative local lifestyle blog, Lloyd told George, as a venue for its very special pop-up event an Instagram Muster! The Muster is designed for small business people looking to capitalise on Instagram’s marketing possibilities, while socialising with like-minded people in an old school way over nibbles and drinks. Anthony Colfelt from Handmade Web in Berry will be the special guest speaker, sharing his experiences and knowledge on embracing social media for business. Details: Thursday, 29 May 2014 from 6.30-9.30 Book now at www.eventbrite.com.au as spaces are limited! Tickets $50. Check out www.lloydtoldgeorge.com.au to be inspired by the creativity happening in our area.
Follow littleblowholecafe While I’ve had a personal Instagram account for a while, in preparation for the Muster I’ve established one for the Café. Just another way of keep in touch. Often a picture is the best way to communicate! And it’s fun...
Every Weds from 3pm til dark Black Beach
Little Blowhole Catering If you have any social or work events on the horizon, don’t forget we are also experienced caterers. We take the time to devise the perfect menu to suit your occasion, your tastes & your budget. Everything from extra salads to sitdown weddings! Call and speak to Cathy soon.
Noticeboard Beautician comes to Tingira Roz from the Salon on Tingira is excited to let you know of the arrival of another new team member. Bianca will be running a Beauty Room at the Salon from 29 April. She is very experienced, having most recently worked in Berry after moving down from Sydney. Please watch the Salon’s Facebook page for more details regarding offers and services, or pop in and have a chat. She’ll be available Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. To make a booking, call 4232 3918.
Recipe of the month A number of you have complained about the lack of recipes in recent editions (there has just been so much else to fit in!), so I’m giving you a beauty. It is one we have been making to sell at the Farmers’ Market, using seasonal fruit bought there. A cake with substance!
Upside-down Cake Line base of 22cm tin with baking paper, spray or grease sides, and sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar evenly over base. Arrange cut fruit decoratively on top of the sugar as this will be the top of the cake. Any fruit will do! Beat 150g butter, 1 cup caster sugar and 1 tspn vanilla on high for 4 to 5 minutes til pale and creamy. Add 3 eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Using a large spoon, mix in 1/2 cup almond meal and 1 1/2 cups SR flour. Do not overmix. Spoon over fruit and smooth surface. Bake at 180C for 50 minutes or until cooked. Run knife around the edge of the tin to ensure it doesn’t stick on the way out. Peel off paper, admire your pattern, and dig in!
Roo Theatre presents
Need a holiday ? Then you might need a Personal Travel Manager. Annette McHugh is your local TravelManager in Kiama. TravelManagers Australia is a fully accredited licensed Travel Agent and is a member of the Australia Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) and TCF. Why wait in a line at a travel agency or spend precious hours on the internet? Instead, let her buy you a coffee at the Cafe and you can discuss all your travel needs with her. Call Annette on 0425 046 722 Lic. No. 2TA005758
Details: Five performances from 2-10 May, $20 or $15 concession. Buy tickets online www.roo-theatre.com.au or phone 4297 2891
Please note: While we try to get everything right, we are only human and cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.