Sorrento - Live The Life - 2015

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the essential guide to sorrento roll up, roll up

SPIEGELTENT IS IN TOWN! FOR THE LOVE OF COFFEE

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entertainment

Roll up, roll up,

Spiegeltent is in town.

The Famous Spiegeltent is coming to Sorrento STEP into a world of wonder as you enter the famous Spiegeltent, all the way from Belgium to our very own Sorrento.

Sorrento, himself a comedian, entrepreneur and politician.”

A dream of restaurateur and theatrical producer, James McPherson, the Spiegeltent will be in Sorrento for four months from Boxing Day. “I used to work for many years in the entertainment industry doing PR for theatre and producing shows. After moving down to the peninsula and buying Three Palms, this seemed like the perfect way to combine my loves of great food and wine and live performance,” says James.

“Spiegeltent is also a tribute to George Coppin, the Father of

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And what a tribute Spiegeltent will be to the late, great Mr Coppin, whose love of Sorrento, hard work and dedication made it the holiday destination it is today.

“So we are dedicating a Summer’s entertainment to him, as without George Coppin, Melbourne’s theatre life as well as Sorrento would never have been this famous,” says James, who first fell in love with the Spiegeltent when he saw it in Melbourne many years ago. “The inaugural summer festival program will start with 30 shows in 30 days as a tribute to George Coppin.”

Spiegeltent meaning ‘tent of mirrors’ is a luxurious pavilion constructed with wood, mirrors,

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canvas, and leadlight glass with velvet and brocade. Guests relax in booth seats surrounded by magnificent décor in this transportable entertainment venue that dates back to the late 19th century.

Rumour has it that the mirrors were positioned so that guests could make discreet eye contact with one another, and only a handful of these mirrored tents are left in the world today.

Having played host to some of the world’s most famous artists, circus and burlesque performers, whose essence remains in the mirrors and velvet canopy today, the Spiegeltent conjures up images of mystery and magic.

“Guests will be transported to another era when they enter the

Welcome to the Sorrento Live the Life magazine, your guide to all things in and around Sorrento. Inside this magazine you’ll find interesting stories and articles, not only on the eclectic and cosmopolitan shopping available in Sorrento village, but also on its history, attractions, latest trends and the multitude of things to do and see down the Southern end of Mornington Peninsula. Make sure to keep an eye on visitsorrento. com.au where you’ll be able to view on-line copies of the magazine if you can’t find one in one of the many outlets across the Peninsula or Melbourne. We hope you enjoy reading as much as we enjoyed creating this magazine. Happy reading!

Natalie Garner, Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce

Contents Spiegeltent, stepping back into the sexy heyday of live performance and cabaret,” says James. “I am excited to bring first class performers to our town and it will be great for our community and business in general.”

To enjoy the total experience, Three Palms is offering a dinner and show package.

“The Spiegeltent will be right next door to the restaurant so guests can dine before the show or pre-order a grazing plate or beverages at the time of your booking. Upon arrival you will be escorted to your seats with your order awaiting you,” says James.

To book the Spiegeltent or for further information on shows, phone Three Palms on 5984 1057 or go to www.threepalms.com.au * The Spiegel Zelt is currently in planning with Mornington Peninsula Shire Council and subject to approval.

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10 Foodies Village - Sorrento’s Food Scene 18 Quick guide to Sorrento’s Dining 20 Marlo Johnston-Garratt talks health & well-being 22 Relaxing and Unwinding in Sorrento 26 Father of Sorrento, George Coppin 28 Fashion 30 Sorrento and surrounds map 32 Spring into Style. Fashion tips and guide 36 Art to inspire. Sorrento, Peninsula’s art hub 40 Sorrento Portsea Artist’s Trail 42 Local Attractions 42 What’s Hot for your home & garden 53 Hot Property. Accommodation and Real Estate 57 Ideal Girls Getaway 58 Service Directory Sorrento, Live the Life is produced by the Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce and MP News.

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It’s all about the sharing James McPherson is passionate about three things great cuisine, wine and fabulous entertainment.

JAMES McPherson is passionate about three things - great cuisine and wine and fabulous entertainment which is why his restaurant ‘Three Palms’ continues to get rave reviews.

“We were one of the first restaurants to introduce the share dining experience to the area when I took over seven years ago,” says James from the main front dining room with its open fireplace and dreamy elegant décor.

With its signature three palms in the front garden, the restaurant is in century-old Sorrento home in the main street, serving a fabulous array of tapas style share dishes.

“I used to come here regularly and loved it so much I decided to buy it,” says James with a laugh.

“After a little trial and error, we settled on the tapas style menu which head chef, Joel Wroblewski

Prawn and chicken dumplings in an asian broth.

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has perfected, and we are now number one on Trip Advisor and Urban Spoon.”

Three Palms brings to you an exciting dining experience with a varied menu of unique share style dining.

All the dishes have been selected for their amazing character and are designed to be shared, between two as an intimate assiette; or more as a gastronomic feast.

Tiger Prawns in kataifi pastry with almond honey.

Photo: Cam McCulloch

Mains include treats to tempt the tastebuds like Yellow Fin Tuna Ceviche, Pan Seared Scallops, Mepanggang Wild Barramundi, Confit Duck Salad, and Veal and Sage Meatballs.

Mix this with a side dish of roasted beetroots, marinated zucchini salad or a simple bowl of French fries and you have a magnificent dining experience.

Three Palms is open Wednesday to Sunday for dinner from 6pm, and Saturday and Sunday from midday for lunch.

Three Palms is at 154 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento.

Phone 5984 1057 www.threepalms.com.au

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Foodies Village Loosen the belt and awaken your taste buds, Sorrento Village is a foodie’s delight! offerings with the seasons. During Taste of Sorrento (28th May to 1st June 2015), apart from some celebrity guest chefs, masterclasses, farmer’s market & many other fun foodie activities, Sorrento’s eateries go on show featuring gourmet seasonal menus and interesting food events.

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SORRENTO’S food scene is forever evolving and growing, with a great blend of newcomers on the block bringing some Melbourne “cred”.

Cakes & Ale (102 Ocean Beach Rd) and Morgans Beach Shack on The Esplanade are bringing a new edge to Sorrento, focusing on new share type dining and particularly at Cakes & Ale, local fresh produce. Itali.co (formerly

The Koonya) also on The Esplanade has been serving traditional Italian wood fired pizzas and many other specialties, and The Sisters Kitchen Garden Café (149 Ocean Beach Rd) is a great place to soak up the sun amongst the herb gardens. There are also numerous cafes, restaurants and the 2 pubs that have been serving the community and Sorrento’s visitors for many years, and who also adapt and change their

Save the Date

May 28-June 1, 2015 tasteofsorrento.com.au

85 Ocean Beach Rd. Sorrento Phone 03 5984 5133

Fully licensed Cafe & Bar | Breakfast. Lunch. Coffee. Cakes. Local Wine & Beers Come and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and allow our friendly staff to look after you.

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food The Conti

WHAT’S NEW

IN FOOD

The trends in food are seeing a return to where our food chain all began. Consumers want to know where their food has come from, how it’s been made and what has gone into the process of making it. Restaurants are championing small producers and artisan products that support this philosophy, which has been happening for quite some time, so much so that the big commercial operators have started to rebrand themselves with this sort of wholesome image. Food scandals around the world, such as the horse meat scandal in Europe and various other false labeling sagas, are driving a new conscientiousness amongst consumers who are demanding a fresher more authentic approach to food.

(03) 5984 5655 (03) 5984 5255 20 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento, VIC

At Cakes & Ale (102 Ocean Beach Rd), they buy their coffee from their friends who deal directly with the small farmers that supply the beans for roasting, their cheese is from Victorian cheese makers and their fish comes from a fishing co-op across the bay who catch what they sell - so they know where their food is coming from, when it was harvested and who gets the money for growing it and of course how delicious it is. Many Sorrento restaurants try and buy as local as possible, direct from the supplier, and many gourmet food stores try and do the same.

Consumers are also a lot more adventurous with their wine, and that industry too is evolving.

Many people are trying new and interesting varieties from all around the world, as local producers are planting non

top tips Must Have Local Produce Main Ridge Dairy goat cheese or Boat Shed cheese’s at local farmers markets and good supermarkets like Stringers

Vegetables

Hawkes and Kings Market gardens, both in Boneo, or Scicluna’s in Sorrento

Seafood

Dromana Mussels available on Saturdays from their truck parked at Safety Beach, or Seafood on George (5 George St, Sorrento).

Cook Books

Ask Antipodes Bookshop Gallery (138 Ocean Beach Rd). Cakes & Ale are slaves to the classics written by Richard Olney, Elizabeth David and the Roux Brothers.

Sciclunas traditional grapes and importers are bringing in an amazing array of delicious wines from far flung corners of the globe. Mornington Peninsula wines and beers are fast gaining ground on traditional wine regions, a fact we’ve all known for years but consumers are now discovering for themselves!

People are also moving away from the traditional idea of eating three big meals a day and continued next page...

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food three courses at dinner into a more casual way of eating. Late breakfasts, smaller lunches, late afternoon drinks and snacks with smaller simpler meals at night time. Cakes & Ale are providing food all day long in order to accommodate this trend, and many other restaurants like Three Palms, Morgans Beach Shack, Itali.co and Smokehouse also offer options.

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Article and Top Tips by CAKES & ALE, 102 Ocean Beach Rd, STRINGERS STORES, 2 Ocean Beach Rd and Natalie Garner, Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce.

MUST HAVE DROPS FROM THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA

1. Red Claw Pinot Noir 2. Paringa Estate Chardonnay 3. Stoniers Pinot Noir 4. 10 minutes X Tractor Pinot Noir 5. Kooyong Estate MASALE Pinot

MUST HAVE SALAD

Quinoa , with anything.

MUST HAVE NEW INGREDIENT

Nut milks, Almond or Cashew nut

LIVE MUSIC IN THE BEER GARDEN BAR OPEN Mon To Fri 5pm To 10pm Join us from 5pm to 7pm most Sundays through summer for shows by local artists. No cover charge.

FRIENDLY WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE FRIDAY NIGHT RAFFLES AND LUCKY NUMBERS DRAW.

SAT & SUN 12noon to 10pm

NEW MEMBERSHIPS AND VISITORS WELCOME ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF OUR RESTAURANT. OPEN 7 NIGHTS THROUGH SUMMER

Sorrento Thai

restaurant & take away

Open 7 nights a week

Dinner from 5pm to 9.30pm Monday to Sunday Lunch Sundays from 12 noon Open Public Holidays PARTY BOOKINGS WELCOME Your Host Jeab welcomes you!

The BEST Thai food on the Mornington Peninsula 1-3 Hurley St, Sorrento • For bookings & take away phone us on: 5984 5138 12

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Smokehouse Sorrento is long renowned for producing some of Sorrento’s finest food. Our entire menu including gourmet wood-fired pizzas, salads, desserts, grills and seafood is available as both dine-in and takeaway.

We have a delicious children’s menu using fresh seafood, steak and of course pasta and wood fired pizza.

Did you know that our delicious wood-fired bases are now available for you to purchase and use at home?

They are preservative free and found in the deli fridge in quality food outlets throughout Melbourne and the Peninsula. Check the website or facebook for locations.

182 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

59 841 246

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food Wow Factor!

Sorrento Catering Company

IT was Barry’s vision that lead him to create Sorrento Catering Company … delivering his dream, this summer they will again create some of Victoria’s most amazing and glamorous events.

of organising your next Dinner Party, Conference, Wedding, Product launch or Major Extravaganza.

Creating weddings with impact and individuality, Sorrento Catering design menu’s, beverage packages and source venues to suit your style, taste and budget, creating a wedding as “individual as you!”

From stand up events with roving canapés, mini entrees, petit desserts and theatrical presentation, to the more formal sit down event with orders being taken for entrée and main course, followed by a beautiful selection of grazing desserts.

Barry and his team are qualified in all aspects of Event Management.

Creating the wow factor for every event! The team will alleviate the stress

Surf to snow, Sorrento, Portsea, Melbourne and beyond, Barry has two

Just Fine Food CO- Owner (with her husband Graeme) Judy Howath laughs; ‘We intended to have the business for a couple of years, and now we’re in our twenty second!’ (their chef has been with them since the beginning and staff remains constant).

‘A big part of our success is attention to customer satisfaction’, says Judy.

‘We offer complete table service. We know what we’re doing’.

One of the peninsula’s best eateries, Just Fine Food is just that – a haven for fresh, prepared to order delicious fare that tantalises the tastebuds. Period building ambience seals the deal. Take a seat inside or sit beneath a shady tree or umbrella and watch the world go by … perfect for the summer months ahead.

‘Nothing is precooked at Just Fine Food and most of our produce is

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amazing restaurants at Falls Creek and offers the ultimate in ‘white weddings” Barry Iddles and his team will ensure your event is ‘the event of the year!!’

Sorrento Catering Co. Bookings and enquiries

enquiries@sorrentocataering.com.au

Rebekah 0400 414 173 Barry 0412 580 968

www.sorrentocatering.com.au

Service matters. Well, it does at Just Fine Foods sourced locally’. This means you’re getting only the highest quality ingredients like pure cream, free range eggs and no preservatives. House made specialities are a given and gluten free or vegetarian options make dining for all a breeze.

Just Fine Food sells over 1,000 of their famous Vanilla Slices every day over the summer months. Chocolate croissant cake, flourless orange cake and summer berry tarts will delight.

The raspberry and vanilla Swiss roll bread and butter pudding or chocolate meringue with berries and cream is perfect for a treat, but if you’re looking for something savoury, winter’s sensations make way for light summer meals and salads. Quinoa and green pea fritters with tahini dressing or individual fresh fig and lemon mascarpone tartlets with fig coulis are delicious, or start your day with a breakfast of berries, granola yoghurts trifle or French toast wicked indulgence of macerated fruit, fresh figs and mascarpone. Take home packs include house made tomato relish and salad

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dressings’ while jams, honey, olive oil and hand-made chocolates are supplied from regional producers. Yum !!!! – And what about the kids you ask? – A healthy summer plate of ham, carrot and celery sticks with sultanas, toasted ginger bread-man sandwiches or a cute cupcake will keep them smiling.

IT’S ALL PART OF THE SERVICE.

Just Fine Food

23 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento phone: 03 5984 4666 justfinefood@bigpond.com www.justfinefood.com.au

Home of Sorrento’s

Famous vanilla slice

23 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento Ph: 5984 4666

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Open at 8am every day

The historic limestone buildings that are Stringers Stores have been serving Sorrento for over 100 years. However not everyone finds our gorgeous “shabby chic� courtyard for coffee, our cellar with fine wines or our wonderful ready to serve home style meals in the Supermarket. Choose from our range of soups, salads, curries, lasagnes, family pies, desserts and cakes, cooked daily on the premises, including vegetarian and coeliac choices.

Stringers is one stop shopping for both food and wines sourced from the Mornington Peninsula, Australia and the world. Proudly owned and operated by Warwick, Helen, Nina and Lucy Fairlie and their dedicated Staff.

2-8 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

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food Your Food and Wine Guide to Sorrento The Baths

The Esplande

Point Nepean Rd

Hotel Sorrento

Stringers Store Cafe Sorrento Trattoria

Ocean Beach Rd

d am R Hoth

Rusty’s Cafe Bar and Grill

BeachShack Itali.co

Point Nepean Rd

Sorrento Sailing Club

Acquolina

Loquat

Constitution Hill Rd The Continental Hotel Just Fine Food Fish Fetish Fish & Chips Scicluna’s Real Food Merchants

Morce Ave

Hurley St

Sorrento Meat Co. Mubble Gourmet Ice Creamery Sorrento Organics

Kerferd Ave

Sorrento Community Centre

Cakes and Ale Ritchies Chopstix Noodle Bar Estio Canteen Antipodes Bookshop Three Palms Spiegeltent

Ocean Beach Rd

Sorrento Portsea RSL

Baked in Sorrento

Seafood Brumby’s on George

Shell’s Cafe Thirsty Camel

Darling Rd Smashing Bean Cafe

Patrick’s Corner Store

Melbourne Rd

Melbourne Rd

A QUICK GUIDE TO SORRENTO’S DINING (see directory for location):

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Buckley’s Chance Restaurant Café 174 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2888

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Cakes and Ale

102 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4995 cakes-and-ale.com.au

Chopstix Noodle Bar 120 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4455 chopstix.com.au

Continental Hotel 1-21 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2201

continentalhotel.com.au

136 Ocean Beach Rd 1300554042

Hotel Sorrento

5-15 Hotham Rd p: 5984 8000 hotelsorrento.com.au

Itali.Co

1 The Esplanade p:5984 4004

Just Fine Food

23 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4666

Great value Italian Sorrento Trattoria, Via Sorrento Freshly made take home meals & tasty breakfast & lunch treats Stringers Store Ice Cream Mubble Ice Creamery Entertaining & all things cooking Dariwill Farm, Stringers Store Local Butcher Sorrento Meat Co. Seafood Seafood on George All things fresh Scicluna’s Old fashioned Lollies Geggsy’s All Sorts Catering Sorrento Catering & Stringers Great coffee everywhere!

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3183 Point Nepean Rd 5984 4444 loquat.com.au

Morgans Beach Shack 1 The Esplanade 5984 3121

Smokehouse

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Loquat Restaurant

Buckley’s Chance Restuarant Cafe

Pancakes (plus more) Buckleys Chance Famous Vanilla Slice Just Fine Food Winner of Best Pies Baked in Sorrento Age Good Food Guide Restaurants (past & present) Loquat (modern Australian), Acquolina (regional Italian), Smokehouse (Mediterranean), Three Palms (Asian & South American influence) Great wedding venues The Baths, Hotel Sorrento Fabulous pub food The Continental & Hotel Sorrento Asian options Sorrento Thai @ RSL, Chopstix Noodle Bar Fish & Chips Fish Fetish

Baked in Sorrento

Estio Canteen

Via Sorrento

The Sisters.Kitchen.Garden.Cafe’

Geggsy’s Allsorts

26 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0811

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Darriwill Farm

George St

PLACES TO EAT

Acquolina

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Rusty’s Cafe Bar & Grill 3293 Point Nepean Rd 5984 4255 rustyscafebar.com.au

Shell’s Cafe

85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5133

Smashing Bean

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Baked in Sorrento

food The Baths

Darriwill Farm

Seafood on George

thebaths.com.au

darriwillfarm.com.au

Sorrento Catering Co.

3278 Point Nepean Rd 5984 1500

Sorrento Meat Co.

Smokehouse

182 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1246

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Sorrento Organics 56 Kerferd Ave 5984 3361

sorrentoorganics.com.au

The Sisters - Kitchen.

Garden.Cafe 149-151 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4646

Three Palms

154-164 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1057 threepalms.com.au

Via Sorrento

77 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3633

Sorrento Thai @ Sorrento Portsea RSL

viasorrento.com.au

www.sorrentoportsea.rslvic. com.au

Broo Beer (Head Office)

1-3 Hurley St 5984 5138

Sorrento Trattoria Pizza & Pasta 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5655

sorrentotrattoria.com.au

Stringers Cafe

2-8 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2010

FOOD & LIQUOR Lvl 1,4/ 119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2222 broo.com.au

Fish Fetish Fish & Chips 27 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1479

3154 Point Nepean Rd 0400 414 173

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Geggsy’s Allsorts

Sorrento Meat Co.

Liquorland

Stringers Store

liquorland.com.au

Thirsty Camel

55 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1330

168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3322

2-8 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2010

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Mubble Gourmet Ice Creamery 69 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4944

85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5962 thirstycamel.com.au

mubble.com.au

Patricks Corner Store

Buckley’s Chance

157 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4422

Ritchies Super IGA 108 Ocean Beach Rd ritchies.com.au

Brumbys Bakery

Scicluna’s Real Food Merchants

brumbys.com.au

sciclunas.com.au

42-44 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0871

5 George St 5984 0909

51 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5399

31 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4866

• Free Range Chicken & Pork • Grass Fed beef & Lamb • Artisan style smallgoods • A selected range of groceries & fish • Gluten Free sausages

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well-being

Marlo Spa Treatments like Shirodhara are perfect for people with anxiety and stress WHEN Marlo Johnston-Garratt opened her first salon in Sorrento 17 years ago she had no idea it would evolve into the sacred space it is today.

Marlo Spa, located in the heart of Sorrento is an Ayurvedic Spa that specialises in Ayurvedic therapies as well as traditional beauty and Medispa treatments and was inspired by India’s ayurvedic ancient wisdom of healing and philosophy on wellness. By use of spa, beauty and holistic therapies, Marlo Spa provides real lasting health solutions.

“We do so many different things at the salon, it’s hard to put a label on what we are,” says Marlo from her salon with its earthy, modern, ayurvedic style décor.

“We encourage our clients to relax after their treatment in our outdoor courtyard and steam room. And make sure that no matter what treatment you are having, you always feel pampered and rejuvenated,” says Marlo who is constantly introducing new treatments to the salon.

Marlo Spa has also been hand picked to offer the PH Formula system for skin rejuvenation, which is now offered at the salon.

“This skin resurfacing system creates a process where the acids are absorbed into the skin, causing tightness. This is an exciting opportunity for us to offer it at Marlo Spa as we are one of only a handful chosen in Victoria,” says Marlo.

As part of their philosophy of holistic healing, Marlo Spa is also offering a skin bootcamp, where therapists come up with a treatment plan for each individual, combining any of the services Marlo Spa provides.

“We are also providing a room for Eating Disorders Victoria as we understand what a huge issue this is in the community,” says Marlo, who became a beauty therapist

from the start because she wanted to help people.

“Beauty is not just skin deep. It is about treating the whole person which is why we offer such a wide range of services and why people keep coming back time and time again.”

Marlo Spa’s list of treatments include massage, facials, salt scrubs and firming body wraps, lifestyle counseling, Shirodhara, hypnotherapy, workshops and classes.

Marlo Spa is at 43-45 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento. sacredspace@marlospa.com.au Phone 5984 5300 www.marlospa.com.au

“Treatments like Shirodhara are perfect for people with anxiety and stress. It involves gently pouring an oil over the forehead to stimulate clarity and has been used for many different conditions,” says Marlo.

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Relax... Unwind Sorrento is an idyllic getaway to relax and unwind, even if only for a few hours SORRENTO is an idyllic getaway to relax and unwind, even if only for a few hours, although a day, a weekend or even a week is much better for mind and soul.

The fresh sea air, no matter what time of year, clears the head and heals the soul, whether you’re walking on the rugged back beach, strolling along the picturesque bay beach, walking through the many national park trails close by, cycling, fishing, surfing, paddle boarding, swimming with dolphins or simply taking in the heritage lined village shopping strip with some much needed retail therapy.

Of course, if you would prefer to really relax and unwind, there are 3 wellness spas in Sorrento in Marlo Spa, Peninsula Life Medi-Spa or Hotel Sorrento Spa, all offering varying health & wellness treatments. plus Peninsula Hot Springs just down the road if thermal springs are your choice.

Yoga & Pilates are also on offer at Lu Lu Lemon Athletica or Ocean Fitness, or you may want to opt for some hair treatment at local hairdressers Chicago Hair, Three Seas Hairdressing or Sorrento Hair.

Most medical, nutritional, muscular or other needs can also be met within the village at the number of services housed in the Medical Centre as well as nutritionists at Sorrento Natural Therapies and Sorrento Physiotherapy.

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FEED YOUR SKIN THE FEAST IT DESERVES FOR A HEALTHY GLOW DID you know you can protect and rejuvenate your skin simply by changing what’s on your fork? The top 10 tips for a delicious glow…

Eat the colours of the rainbow

The pigments that colour our fruits and vegetables are powerful antioxidants that can help to prevent and repair damage to our body’s tissues and skin. Using lemon juice to prevent a cut apple from turning brown is a perfect example of how antioxidants work.

In the raw

Eat your veggies raw at least once a day (if your digestive system can handle it). This way, you’re getting maximum nutrition plus loads of fibre. Getting enough fibre has huge benefits for our bodies, but it’s also responsible for keeping our skin clear and glowing.

Shun the sugar

Sugar is a fast track to aging your skin and body. It causes inflammation and collagen breakdown which leads to premature aging.

Brush up

Using a bristle body brush before showering will remove dead skin cells, stimulate circulation, improves skin texture, assists elimination, and feels fantastic

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Feed your skin

Look for natural, real ingredients that work to support and nurture . Some oils contain natural SPF’s.

Coconut, carrot seed, avocado, olive, macadamia and jojoba all are good choices.

Water, water, water Need I say more?

Feast on fats

Healthy fats like Omega 3’s, coconut oil, avocado and raw nuts and seeds will keep your skin looking soft and supple.

The super rich

Sulphur is a vital mineral for healthy glowing skin. The richest sources are from onion, garlic, eggs, brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli.

Sleep

We all know what too little sleep looks like.

Cover up between 10am and 4pm

The sun’s damaging rays are at their peak during these times, so cover up or stay in the shade.

For more nutritious tips on feeding your skin the good stuff, and feeding your face with a facial, contact Katie Wasiak of Sorrento Natural Therapies on 0402 023 279.

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Chicago Hair

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well-being MEDICAL

Dietician

166 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 4322

Hotel Sorrento Spa

Kinetic Physiotherapy & Clinical Pilates

hotelsorrento.com.au

kineticphysio.com.au

107 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 4655 5-15 Hotham Rd ph: 5984 8047

Marlo Spa

43 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 5300 marlospa.com.au

Ocean Fitness Pilates & Massage Lvl 1, 3/ 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0081

166 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 4322

Marc Clavin Amcal Pharmacy 4 Coppin Arcade / 61 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 2196 amcal.com.au

Melbourne Pathology

Peninsula Life Medispa

166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1189

Peninsula Life Medispa

mps.com.au

peninsulalife.com.au

166 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5982 0000

85-99 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 0122

Peninsula Foot Clinic

Sorrento Hair

Sorrento Medical

Lvl 1, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5453

Sorrento Natural Therapies 48 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0778

Three Seas Hairdressing 3/ 3295 Point Nepean Rd 5984 4433

threeseashairdressing.com

166 Ocean Beach Rd ph: 5984 4322 sorrentomedical.com

Sorrento Physiotherapy 5/ 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4938 sorrentophysio.com.au

Sorrento Psychology 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5988 6941

Open 7 Days a Week 61 Ocean Beach Road Sorrento Tel: 5984 2196

The Best photos in Sorrento For all your Digital Photo needs 61 Ocean Beach Road Sorrento Tel: 5984 2196

massage manicure/pedicure body treatments bridal spa packages t. 5984 8047 e. relax@hotelsorrento.com.au

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well-being relax, rejuvenate, unwind @

Hotel Sorrento Spa Hotel Sorrento Spa owner, Vicki Zampatti.

“Whether you wish to indulge in the rejuvenation of a full body massage or the relaxation of one of our organic spa treatments, the Hotel Sorrento Spa has been designed to fulfil your every need.”

THE magnificent Hotel Sorrento, set high on the picturesque Sorrento cliff top, on the most favored Peninsula in Australia has the pleasure of introducing the ultimate wellbeing experience.

“This purpose built sanctuary is designed specifically to complement our contemporary style apartments and award winning restaurant,” said

Organic spa is a truly certified organic alternative with 100% natural ingredients and Australian made and manufactured.

“Our friendly professional staff will ensure that your visit is an unforgettable experience. You will discover the peace that comes with the synergy of mind and body. The Hotel Sorrento Spa covers a range of special holiday, conference, corporate and health retreat packages. Day visitors are welcome,” said Vicki.

Marc Clavin Pharmacy MARC Clavin Pharmacy was established in Sorrento in 1984 and has provided 30 years of caring service for the locals as well as visitors from Portsea, Sorrento and Blairgowrie.

A number of Marc’s senior staff have also been part of the pharmacy since the early years. In fact, retail manager Denise, began work as a young pharmacy assistant in the summer of 1984 and some customers jokingly say she was sold as part of the chattels when Marc bought the pharmacy later that year.

Marc Clavin Pharmacy has been proudly serving the community as a member of the very popular Amcal Pharmacy Group for 20 years. The loyal pharmacy team have been caring for customer needs for more than a generation, providing first

Hotel Sorrento Spa prides themselves on their reputation for being one of the best massages on the peninsula.

“We have amazing massage therapists.

They all have to meet a high standard and offer that more therapeutic deep tissue massage. For our massage and facials, we use the organic spa skin care range which is certified organic and a great way for us to showcase the wonderful products of Australia.”

The Hotel Sorrento Spa has been operating for six years now. Tucked away in the magnificent Hotel Sorrento, it offers the privacy and tranquility necessary to complement a peaceful day spa treatment.

“Tucked away in a lovely quiet spot, we are located peacefully upstairs within the main hotel,” said Vicki.

Hotel Sorrento Spa

5 - 15 Hotham Road, Sorrento phone: 03 5984 8047 www.hotelsorrentospa.com.au

30 years of caring service

class, professional service. Many young mums and dads seeking advice from the friendly pharmacy staff today, first visited when they were young children themselves.

You can of course count on finding all the big brands at Marc Clavin Pharmacy including the very popular Clarins and Revlon cosmetics and a full range of Blackmores, Nature’s Own and Swisse vitamins and nutritional supplements. They also offer a full range of Digital Photo Services with their on-site Kodak Express kiosks including full Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and App access for all your camera and smartphone photographic needs.

Marc Clavin Pharmacy offers a professional prescription service together with their popular SMS reminders for prescription repeats and a wide range of generic brands to cover all your prescription needs.

A big part of the Sorrento scene is the busy summer holiday season so the pharmacy offers an extensive range of sunscreens, sunglasses and sunhats for all ages. You will also find a full range of solutions for all your coughs, colds, fevers and tummy bugs ..... and a whole lot more from the wonderful staff at Marc Clavin Amcal Pharmacy, Sorrento.

Make sure you visit the new Marc Clavin Pharmacy, due to open early in 2015 at its original location with an innovative and modern refit designed to supply all your pharmacy needs.

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Historical Points of Interest ATHENAEUM 1894

CONTINENTAL HOTEL 1875

Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

SORRENTO HOTEL 1872

STRINGER’S STORES 1886

Built for Isaac Bensilum, Architect J.F. Gibbons, this Edwardian Hall, when built, comprised a foyer with side retiring rooms, extensive dance floor, deep stage, lower dressing and store rooms, marble courtyard, two shop spaces and upper residential space. Home to travelling shows, it was used also for community meetings, receptions, welcome home functions, dances and roller skating.

Also used as a cinema from mid 1920s; now three cinemas occupy the building.

Classified by the National Trust.

Hotham Rd, Sorrento

First section built and licence granted in 1872 for P.J. Martin. John Farnsworth, stone mason, was brought in from Adelaide for this contract. In 1873 tenders called for thirty extra rooms.

Designed by M. Hennessy. Extensions continued until 1928. This large conglomerate of Victorian limestone buildings includes a second major two storey building with similar stonework and roof treatment to that of the original.

Classified by the National Trust.

Built for the Continental Hotel Company Ltd with Hon George Coppin as Managing Director was the fashionable place to stay for many years. Early licensees included William Hughes (later owner of the Oriental Coffee Palace) and Isaac Bensilum (1890 to 1913). Original Victorian design was amended by an enclosed second storey and balcony. The single storey section was originally a separate general store. Believed to be the only four storey limestone building in Australia. Classified by the National Trust.

ST JOHN’S CHURCH 1874

Pt Nepean Rd, Sorrento

Headmaster of Geelong Grammar School, J.B. Wilson, donated the land for this beautiful neo- Gothic limestone church. Built along ‘Portsea Road’ near the then school and butcher’s shop, in anticipation of Sorrento’s development west. Nave completed 1874 and used for various community functions as the ‘Athenaeum’ for some years. Transepts followed in 1889 and the chancel in 1908-11. Quite intact interior. Classified by the National Trust.

WATTS’ COTTAGE 1869

Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

Melbourne Rd, Sorrento

The first storey of the corner limestone building was erected in 1886 for J. Lentell who added the second storey in 1894-95.

Taken over in 1920 by David MacFarlan and William Stringer who started a new store next door. Very intact examples of buildings used commercially in the late 1880s and added to later. Stringer family continued in the business until 1970s. A landmark property in Sorrento, known locally as Stringer’s Corner.

Built 1869-70 for John and Jenny Watts, who had nine children between 1865 and 1885, seven of them while at Ilfracombe. They operated a small farm on the property at Holyrood Ave. Descendants lived in the two room cottage and its extensions (now dismantled) until 1966. Restored and moved to the NHS Museum site as a community project by Sorrento Rotary Club, Viewable during Museum opening times. Classified by the National Trust.

Extracts from “Sorrento Heritage Walk” Sorrento’s village is lined with some of the oldest and highest limestone buildings in Australia, so doing the heritage walking trail is a must! You can download the guide at visitsorrento.com.au/about or drop into the Visitor Information Centre at the corner of Ocean Beach Rd & George St to pick up a hard copy.

The booklet was produced by the Nepean Historical Society and The Rotary Club of Sorrento with support from Mornington Peninsula Shire Council (MPSC) and The Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce.

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George Coppin The Proud Father of Sorrento

VISITORS travel from far and wide these days to visit Sorrento, with its fabulous cafes and restaurants, its boutique galleries, gift, jewellery shops, and day spas but this didn’t happen by accident.

It all started more than a century ago under the watchful guise of a most colourful character, George Seth Coppin.

An actor and philanthropist, Coppin is responsible for Sorrento’s illustrious rise to fame as a tourist destination.

By the late 19th century, Sorrento had gained a reputation as the most fashionable seaside resort, and Coppin the title “Father of Sorrento”.

A typical day trip started with a two or three hour cruise on a paddle steamer, some of which held up to 2000 people. A tram, built by Coppin’s Sorrento Tramway Company, travelled one mile up the main street from the front beach to the back beach, where tourists bathed and took walks, and then travelled home at the end of the day.

As if that wasn’t enough, Coppin was the driving force behind the establishment of the Ocean Ampitheatre Company in 1870 with projects like the Continental Hotel and several guest houses that remain standing today.

So next time you’re in Sorrento take a look around at it’s living history, where hotels and guest houses still stand proudly on the main street, a limestone reminder of the legacy of the late, great George Seth Coppin.

The year is 1870 and Coppin, who had his own property in Sorrento, chartered a paddle steamer to bring a group of businessmen to the seaside town and show them the unique tourist possibilities on the southern peninsula.

Using his theatrical talents and charisma, Coppin passionately went about persuading their support on land development and a regular paddle steamer from Melbourne to Sorrento.

Soon the pier was opened and Coppin established the Sorrento Steam Navigation Company bringing out their first series of pleasure ships, the Ozone, Hygeia, Awroa, and Weeroona.

Within 10 years, paddle steamers were bringing tourists to the seaside town for day trips or holidays.

THE restored steam tram platform just up from the Sorrento ferry terminal is also worth a visit, as is the old tram proudly displayed next to Marlene Miller Antiques (128 Ocean Beach Rd), now transformed into café seating which is a great experience for kids and adults alike.

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fashion

Its summer time and the fashion is easy.

IT’S easy to stay cool, stylish and comfortable this summer when you keep in mind a few simple fashion tips.

Skirts can be long, midi or mini with an emphasis on colour and floral this season.

When the temperature starts to rise, and activities turn to casual days at the beach and alfresco living, the first important tip is to be comfortable in your outfit.

And don’t forget light denim for casual summer days. Wear it in short overalls, casual torn shorts and cut-offs, and even pinafore dresses. Complement it with a white or floral t-shirt and you’ve got a cute day-time outfit.

Wearing natural fabrics like cotton and linen will help your skin breathe on those hot days, and looks great in loose shirts, tops, and flowing maxi dresses.

Hats are still huge with so many choices including the fedora, cute cowgirl hats, baseball caps and of course the akubra.

Armoire collection available at Promenade Sorrento (105 Ocean Beach Rd)

60 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2184

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GET SUMMER READY At Swimwear Galore we understand that swimwear shopping can be a bit daunting.

So we promise to go above and beyond to make your experience stress free!

We believe every body is different, and every body is beautiful, so no matter what your shape or size - we have something perfect for you.

Go on‌ take the plunge and rock what you’ve got!

Classique High Neck One Piece $119.99

Show this ad in store to receive a 10% discount or use the code LIVELIFE14 online at the checkout. Valid until 30/01/15 Your local stores: Sorrento 131 Ocean Beach Rd | Mornington 901 Nepean Hwy Victoria store locations: Fitzroy | Malvern | Cheltenham | Geelong or shop online at www.swimweargalore.com.au

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Spring into style Sorrento, the style capital of the Peninsula, has over 30 fashion houses just for you Photos: Yanni & Cam McCulloch

FASHION, fashion….and more fashion. If you haven’t visited Sorrento in a while you’ll be blown away with the fashion choices on offer, from the boutique to unique to big brands, it really is a cosmopolitan style shopping strip situated right at the tip of the Mornington Peninsula.

Shopping in Sorrento puts the joy and relaxation back into the

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experience, where you can meander versus rush, get real advice from experts in fashion, many of whom have been doing their own buying both locally and overseas for many years, and often talk to the owner of the store who can get you the right size, colour or style delivered at a time that suits you. Sure, anyone can buy on-line and often do, but does it deliver the same satisfaction and timeliness of purchasing from a real person in a retail store where you can try before you buy, and get true customer service along with the purchase.

Sorrento really is the style capital of the Peninsula. Why would you travel to a big shopping centre when you can find over 30 fashion houses all in one shopping strip, selling designer

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overseas labels, original pieces, shoes, handbags and more, for both the discerning and mature buyer as well as the young at heart and mind. There is also a range of price points to suit most budgets, plus now some of the big brands joining those that have been in Sorrento for over 10 years plus. If you can’t find what you want amongst the over 30 fashion stores, you can always get something custom made at Jenny Scott Leisurewear who can sew to your needs on site at her quaint shop in the historic Oriental Arcade laneway.

Check out the directory on page 35 to see what’s new in Sorrento!

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5 top style tips

1. S oft pretty pastels - think pale pink, eau de nil, aqua, oyster 2. “ Shift” style tops and tunics - loose, boxy and unstructured 3. W ide leg Pyjama pants – in linen, silk etc 4. Head to toe white – white jeans, jackets, tops and tees 5. H emlines from “Below the Knee” to “Ankle grazing” – nothing above the knee!

FROM Promenade Sorrento, 105 Ocean Beach Rd.

The Word on Shoes this Season Cinori Shoes in Sorrento talks about what’s hot this season…

• Espadrilles • Birkenstock inspired footbed sandals • Woods • Heels - stick to a sensible height but they take on a fresh look when embellished with jewels, perspex, floral coverings or a touch of metal.

• Textures – snake, punching, florals, pony.

• Colour – white is red hot, neutrals, navy tones a touch of pink and a sprinkling of brights.

5 favourites

Armoire collection available at Promenade Sorrento (105 Ocean Beach Rd)

Doris Floral fantasy

Bulti Floral GO anywhere flat

Ibizay Footbed must have

Maskbusk Perennial favourite in fresh white

Lisa Race Ready

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fashion Fit and quality are our priority

FIT and quality are top priorities for Adele Pernell, the innovator and creator behind fashion label Sketa. She understands that true style transcends fashion fads with the difference being the ‘Look’, and Sketa garments go the distance.

Sketa Australia

Adele says; ‘Most of our clients complain their clothes are lasting too long!!!’

Highlighted this season are luscious linens from Italy and Belgium, in the form of shirts, pants and perfectly cut dresses. Natural greys and earthy hues mix with this season’s high octane brights of pink, orange and blue.

Gorgeous for summer days spent barbequing by the pool, out for a bite or celebrating into the wee hours of the night. ‘We manufacture as much as possible in Australia. Up to 80% of our stock”, says Adele proudly . ‘There aren’t many of us left who do that’.

“Our clothing keeps looking great and Sketa’s prices are refreshingly affordable. We source our fabrics from Europe. Japan, and silks from India, plus there are only 120 pieces per style made – so you won’t be walking into yourself”.

Because Adele knows the rag trade inside out, you’ll be rest assured that you’re buying the kind of product that loves you back. Cut for women who know what they want, a Sketa garment fits – there’s no losing shape or falling apart. Longevity is the key.

Peninsula Ugg Boots

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Other Sketa Boutiques 71 Main St Mornington Ph: 5976 3311.

Also at Moonee Ponds, Camberwell and Noosa.

Email: sketa@sketa.com

Sketa Sorrento

2/42-44 Ocean Beach Rd, Phone: 5984 0927 Email: sketa@sketa.com

Ugg Boots are a fashion statement in Sorrento! provided by local sheep skin specialist who will soon be including, from EMU Australia, a beautiful Marino Wool ladies fashion wear range to launch later this year.

I love my ugg boots. They have kept me company throughout countless days tapping away at the computer. Rod and Christine from Peninsula Ugg Boots tell me that ugg boots should come with the warning’ if you try these on, you may never want to take them off’ and they are right.

‘Most of the stock on view in Pernell’s five boutiques is the Sketa label’ says Adele. Seek out your exclusive Sketa style this summer at her Sorrento store located at 2/42-44 Ocean Beach Rd, Phone: 5984 0927.

range of sandals to complement your summer outfits- and the range of products doesn’t stop there.

Kids’ boots, Baby booties, slippers, scuffs, moccasins, jackets, gloves, car seat covers and rugs (in a variety of colours) all get a look in and all a reasonable prices.

Sheep skin products are an all year item.

Naturally water resistant means cool air can flow through the material during summer allowing anyone wearing or sitting on the fabric to stay cool. During the winter the sheepskin acts as an insulator keeping warm air close to the body in total comfort.

The traditional chestnut ugg boot has always been popular, but now you can select from a new range Jumbo Ugg Boots and Pacific Australia selections, plus an exciting range of colours including black, red, raisin, pink, blue, sand or lilac.

Peninsula Ugg Boots also stock a wide range of stylish and comfortable Koalabi Fashion Boots which can be worn to any special occasion.

As an alternative for summer wear, you can also select from their fashionable

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Shop3, 3293 Point Nepean Rd (near the beach rotunda) Sorrento Phone: 0409 087 803 Open seven days a week

CHILDRENSWEAR & TOYS Lemonade Factory 58 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3495

Mimco

2/ 119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2076 mimco.com.au

Naturally Debs

Seed Child

18 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3082

seedheritage.com

3293 Point Nepean Rd 0490 087 803

3/ 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5042

The Toy Workshop

1 George St Ph: 5984 4227 thetoyworkshop.com.au

FASHION & ACCESSORIES Accessoreyes

85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5400

Adore Clothing

2/ 133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4128

Blue Illusions

76 Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 4977

Peninsula Ugg Boots

Promenade at Sorrento

105 Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 4953 promenadeclothing.com.au

Seed Woman

85G Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 0377 seedheritage.com

Siren Fine Jewellery 29 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4330

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Sketa

42-44 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0927

Sorrento Beach Club

Cinori Shoes & Accessories

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Debs Boutique

24 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1617

Designer Clothing Labels 85-99 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5166

Desire Boutique 113 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4439

Emia

50 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3399 emiafashion.com

Ghanda

111 Ocean Beach Rd 5261 2236 ghanda.com

Jenny Scott Leisurewear 18-24 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1571 jennyscottsorrento.com

Just Walk This Way

60 Kerferd Ave ph: 5985 6120 justwalkthisway.com.au

71 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4699

Sorrento Girl

2/ 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4011 sorrentogirl.com

Sportsgirl

54 Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 2489 sportsgirl.com.au

Sussan

3/119 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3945 sussan.com.au

Swimwear Galore 131 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0322

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Trenery

1/ 133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3412 trenery.com.au

Twiggys Shoes

60 Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 2184 twiggysshoessorrento.wordpress.com

Witchery

3/ 133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2914 witchery.com.au

MENS FASHION & SURFWEAR

Karma Kameleon

Gazman

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gazman.com.au

52 Ocean Beach Rd p: 5984 4485

LuLuLemon Athletica 41 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1516 lululemon.com.au

47-49 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5155

Ozmosis

57-59 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0360 ozmosis.com.au

Meredith

Trigger Bros

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triggerbros.com.au

129 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4233

Ugg Boots

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blueillusion.com.au

127 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3544

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46-48 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5670

Australian Sheep Skin Products CLASSIC UGG BOOTS

• Mini • Short • Tall • Lace Up Fashion Boots • Kids Boots Baby Booties • Jackets & Gloves Sheep Skin Rugs • Baby Lamb Skins Scuffs & Slippers • Moccasins Sandals • Car Seat Covers Shop3/3293 Point Nepean Rd

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arts

Art to inspire Meredith Langmaid’s work leads you into a world where art becomes a part of every-day life.

GALLERY Vespa, a small but eclectic gallery, is home to a myriad artworks on display, and sure to inspire even the most discerning art lovers.

Many say it’s Sorrento’s bestkept secret art gallery.

“The gallery started with a lot of my friend’s art and the premise of keeping costs low so that artists can have more of a chance of making a living,” says Meredith, who now has 29 artists and photographers on board.

With her own background in photography and art, and a passion for art and the rights of artists, it seemed a natural progression for owner, Meredith Langmaid to open her own gallery.

“My interest in photography began at the age of 12 when my parents gave me my first camera.

That was it. I was hooked. I always felt like photography and art was an extension of myself,” says Meredith, who ended up running a photography studio in St Kilda for many years until making the move to the peninsula.

By sheer serendipity, Gallery Vespa became the place for Meredith to be, after always dreaming of owning a gallery where she could support other artists.

Set in the heart of Sorrento, Gallery Vespa is about to celebrate its first birthday, dedicated to art, design and photography.

Pieces include James Robertson’s fascinating works on display.

“In the plethora of visual images of this contemporary world, Robertson’s paintings fascinate through their extraordinary illusionism - so real that they seem to reach beyond reality and, through their heightened perception, create a world of their own,” says Meredith.

“We also has an exceptional aboriginal artist by the name of George Ward Tjungurrayi , where the artist is depicting the song cycle associated with the artist’s many dreaming sites and the locations of significant natural sites.”

Vespa continues to be supportive of local artists and has an understanding from an artist’s point of view with Meredith an artist herself.

The gallery holds a large stock of works from local artists, photographers and sculptors and even a few of Meredith’s pieces on display.

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“We have paintings of various genres and have a international client base and many associations in the art and music scene,” says Meredith. “Vespa has now grown to numerous works on display with regular shows and a selection of the artists on their books.”

Gallery Vespa draws you into another world with delicate abstracts by Donna Magree, earth-inspired works by Gidja, Peninsula artist, Walker, Archibald finalist 2013, Vicki Sullivan, mixed media artist, Maureen-Whitaker, and Peter Jex Byron who has works hung in the Portrait Gallery of Canberra.

“We will also be holding a Spring show at the gallery to continue to celebrate our local and international artists,” says Meredith.

Gallery Vespa is upstairs at 26 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento.

Open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10am-4pm.

E: galleryvespa@gmail.com P: 0409 169 265

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Peninsula’s Art Hub Nine art spaces exhibiting and selling a plethora of local, national and international art.

IF there is such a thing as an arts hub on the Peninsula, then Sorrento is it!

Hot Art Tip Art is a very personal thing. It can certainly be a statement but at the same time it needs to compliment the space and not be the dominating factor. It’s usually an idea to pick out a colour in the painting and have it represented elsewhere in the room so it ties it all together.

There are 9 different art spaces (not including all the interior stores) that exhibit and sell a plethora of local, national and international artists and sculptors collections.

Most of Sorrento’s Galleries have been servicing locals and visitors alike for many, many years, and will gladly offer advice to find you the perfect original piece for your home. Stores like Gallery Sorrento (at 141 & 148 Ocean beach Rd) are institutions in the region, and provide not only a fantastic collection of painted pieces, but many hand crafted wooden creations as well as beach inspired collections in a variety of materials, and avidly support local artists like Justine MacNamara just to name one.

Sorrento Fine Art Gallery (3297 Point Nepean Rd), Gallery Vespa (Level 1, 26 Ocean Beach Rd) and Antipodes Bookshop Gallery

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(138 Ocean Beach Rd) are all strong supporters of local artists, and all hold exhibitions supporting a variety of art streams.

Manyung Gallery (113a Ocean Beach Rd) is one of Victoria’s oldest contemporary art spaces, and in addition to showcasing a large variety of paintings, also provide sculptural pieces to impress, and will gladly offer a free in-home trial and art consultation service.

Of course Marlene Miller (128 Ocean Beach Rd) has a large

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assortment of antique art if you are really looking for something a little more traditional and worldly, and The Continental Hotel (1-21 Ocean Beach Rd) holds around 3 exhibitions per year in its downstairs restaurant gallery space, with the beautiful limestone walls full of individual pieces submitted for their annual art prizes. Of course, the Sorrento Museum (827 Melbourne Rd) is always worth a visit for a step back in time to enjoy Sorrento’s rich history which is full of interesting stories both on land and sea as Victoria’s first European settlement site.

If you are a budding sculptor, keep your eye out over the coming months for an Expression of Interest for a new sculpture for Sorrento’s main shopping strip. Details will be advertised via local papers, Mornington Peninsula Shire’s website, a variety of arts blogs and forums, and at visitsorrento.com.au SPRING/SUMMER 2014/15

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Manyung Gallery

Arts focal point of the Southern Peninsula

Henry, Barbara Tyson, Janine Daddo and Jenny Riddle just to name a few.

Look for the large sculpture by artist Rudi Jass opposite our Sorrento Gallery.

Manyung at Sorrento is the arts focal point of the southern Peninsula with

over 120 artworks on display at any one time. Our aim is to make your art buying experience an inspiring and pleasurable one, we cater to all tastes and budgets and we even offer a free, inhome trial and art consultation service.

Our wide selection of paintings is our specialty, but we are also well regarded for the wide range of quality sculpture and limited edition prints.

2014 is set to be an exciting time for Manyung at Sorrento with over 12 exhibitions featuring exciting and award-winning artists including Belynda

Marlene Miller Antiques WALKING into Marlene Miller Antiques is like jumping inside a story book where you become the main character.

You are transported to a time of afternoon teas in rose adorned cups, striking it rich in the gold fields of 1800’s or promenading the town in the latest mink stole mid 1940’s.

The store reads like who’s who from the seventeenth century onwards.

One hundred years old chest support sharpened Italian tools from the 1850’s.

Victorian Cedar bookcases lay in wait for poetry and fiction from as early as the 1680’s to tell their tales.

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Experience the magic on show

Antiques have the wonderful power to divulge our past so we can look towards the future. Marlene has been part of the antique world for over twenty-eight years. Her keen eye is personified in the eclectic range of fine jewellery.

Viewing the magnificent range of Gold Rush brooches, necklaces and rings it a must. The gold in these early pieces if fluid, almost seeming to spring back into shape when touched. ‘Baby’ Georgian money brooches with pearls symbolising tears framing locks of hair intrigue, while contemporary pieces made by Melbourne’s top jewellers will impress – this is the perfect place to find that engagement or wedding ring you’ve been searching for.

Step back into a world where craftsmanship is honoured and age is a thing of beauty at Marlene Miller Antiques, where magic really does happen and time stands still.

Marlene Miller Antiques – open seven days a week 10.00 (ish) am till 5.00pm (closed Christmas and Good Friday)

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MANYUNG Gallery Group is one of Victoria’s oldest (Est. 1968) contemporary art spaces, celebrating art, music, food and wine. With three gallery spaces located around Melbourne, there’s a gallery sure to be closed to you.

Next time you are heading down to the Mornington Peninsula, visit us at our principal gallery Manyung at Mount Eliza for the largest collection of contemporary art. The distinctive Tuscan castle complete with oak trees, moat and drawbridge makes a visit to Manyung a truly memorable experience.

Enjoy a glass of wine and walk through the gallery spaces of Manyung and then sit back and relax in our fully licensed bay and cafe, overlooking a shady sculpture courtyard.

Marlene Miller Antiques 128 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento phone: 03 59 84 1762 mobile: 0438 537 757

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Antipodes Gallery & Bookshop

Gallery Sorrento

ART & GALLERIES Antipodes Bookshop Gallery 138 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4217

Continental Hotel 1-21 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2201

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Gallery Sorrento 141 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4933

Gallery Sorrento 148 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2380

Manyung at Sorrento Contemporary Art Gallery 113A Ocean Beach Rd 9787 2953

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Marlene Miller Antiques & Gallery 128 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1762

Sorrento Fine Art Gallery

3297 Point Nepean Rd 5984 3880

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Gallery Vespa

Sorrento Museum

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Lvl 1, 26 Ocean Beach Rd 0409 169 265

827 Melbourne Rd 5984 0255

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Tour along the Artist’s Trail and get an insight into how the region inspired some of the worlds most notable artists.

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Be inspired... Sorrento Portsea Artist’s Trail WALKING along the Artist’s Trail from Sorrento to Portsea, it’s easy to imagine how the seaside could bring a quiet inspiration to the artists whose replicated works sit proudly on display.

Funded by a grant from the Mornington Peninsula Shire, the trail was established in 2004 and continues to inspire artists and visitors alike with a proposal to add more art works in the future.

And what a way to display such works of art, in the very spot the artists stood to paint their masterpiece.

With 14 reproductions along the trail, visitors can see the views as they were captured by artists such as Sir Arthur Streeton, John Perceval and Albert Tucker.

Begin your art tour in Sorrento where you will see Albert Tucker’s aptly named “Sorrento”, painted in 1942. Walk along the foreshore from the front beach and then venture up to Point King where Millionaires Walk provides a wonderful outlook over the clifftops between Point King Road and Lentell Avenue.

The trail is accessed by car and then by foot, with views across the beaches and bay towards the Bellarine Peninsula on one side, and the rugged coastline of Bass Strait on the other. Artists like Emanuel Phillips Fox and John Perceval capture this wild side of our peninsula in their artworks displayed near St Pauls Beach and Diamond Bay.

Enjoy an easy, scenic coastal walk along the southern most part of the Mornington Peninsula on the trail that is the brainchild of a group of Sorrento residents who were inspired by the Collioure Art Trail in the South of France.

On this most intriguing stretch of the Artists Trail are two paintings - a 1920 Arthur Streeton called “Point King” and an Arthur Boyd, painted 36 years later. While aesthetically beautiful and home to the most sought after ocean view real estate

Immerse yourself into yet another dimension of our great Mornington Peninsula with a tour along the Sorrento Portsea Artist’s Trail and get a rare insight into how our unique region has inspired some of the worlds most notable artists.

on the peninsula, this cliff top location is historically significant as it is here the Union Jack was first used to claim possession of Australia.

IN 2004, the Mornington Peninsula Shire established Arts Nepean to encourage all forms of the arts in the southern end of the Mornington Peninsula. For many years the Peninsula has inspired the work of a number of famous artists, and one of the projects undertaken by Arts Nepean has been to establish the Sorrento - Portsea’s Artists’ Trail which aims to bring the artists work to life by positioning images of the paintings as close as possible to the scene viewed by the artist.

1. Albert Tucker Sorrento 2. Roland Clark Koonya, Continental & Sorrento Hotels 3. Roland Clark Sorrento Foreshore with Buildings 4. Ray Hodgkinson View from Munstead Wood 5. Sir Arthur Streeton Point King 6. Arthur Boyd Laycock’s Jetty 7. Sir Arthur Streeton Sorrento from Point King 8. Sir Arthur Streeton View from Barrett’s Point, Portsea 9. Penleigh Boyd Portsea 1922 10. Penleigh Boyd Portsea 1921 11. John Perceval Quarantine Boundary, Portsea 12. Isaac Whitehead Ocean Beach Sorrento 13. Emanuel Phillips Fox At Sorrento 14. John Perceval Ocean Beach Sorrento SPRING/SUMMER 2014/15

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WHAT TO DO? Sorrento and Portsea are a walkers paradise.

You can take in pristine bay beaches dotted with jetties, boats and marine life, historic cliff top mansions, beautiful villages, national parks, historic buildings or sweeping ocean views. Most walks are around 3 to 4 km return catering for all fitness levels and interests.

Not only is it a walkers paradise‌and a shoppers paradise‌the marine attractions in the region are outstanding. Passive or active, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

See the map on pages 30-31 for more details.

With over 20 years experience the team on Moonraker will make your trip an unforgettable one!

Choose between a 3 hour snorkelling adventures interacting with the Seals and Dolphins and snorkel amongst brightly coloured fish at the Popes Eye marine park or take off on a 1.5 hour sightseeing adventure cruise where you can see the very best of Port Phillip Bay. See wild dolphins swim along side or be just metres from the Australian Fur Seals, cross the famous entry to Port Phillip Bay the ‘RIP’. All the tours incorporate a leisurely cruise along the famous water front homes of Sorrento and Portsea.

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We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

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Moonraker Dolphin Swims

MOTHER and daughter team Sandy and Torie Mackinnon love the sea. Sandy has been in marine tourism since the mid 1970’s, while managing director Torie is the driving force behind Victoria’s largest eco-tourism dolphin swimming business Moonraker Dolphin Swims.

Their passion for the resident dolphins, seals and unique environment of Southern Port Philip Bay means your cruise experience is personalised, professional, educational and most of all fun!- plus a percentage of each cruise ticket goes directly towards funding important dolphin and seal research projects.

Moonraker Dolphin Swims offers an exhilarating range of tours for both swimming and sightseeing guests.

Snorkelling equipment, tuition and instruction are provided for those wishing to experience a once in a life time opportunity to swim alongside the resident Bottlenose Dolphins and Australian Fur Seals, as well as explore marine parks where you can discover schools of brightly coloured fish and see a leafy sea dragon or two. Hot showers, a delicious morning or afternoon tea and fully a licensed on board cafe are included on all tours.

Gift Vouchers and Dolphin Swim and Bathe packages are also available, so you can end your experience with a relaxing soak in the thermal pools of Peninsula Hot Springs.

2013 saw the introduction of the Twilight Fish and Chip cruise on Moonraker, the Snorkel with the Seals and Sea Dragons, and an ever so romantic champagne cruise.

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Tours daily The Esplanade, Sorrento 03 5984 4211 info@moonrakercharters.com.au

Point Nepean National Park WITH its spectacular natural and built landscapes, Point Nepean National Park is a place that leaves an immediate impression on anyone who visits. It is truly one of Victoria’s beautiful natural landscapes.

The park is located at the very tip of the Mornington Peninsula and has some of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Bass Strait, the Rip and Port Phillip Bay. The entrance to Port Phillip Bay was the most heavily forted port of the British Empire and was known as the ‘Gibraltar of the South’. Visitors can see an example of this at the very point of the park where Fort Nepean is located.

It is where an extensive network of forts, gun emplacements and tunnels are located.

Also at the park is the Quarantine Station, established in 1852, it offers a unique opportunity to see an

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infectious disease processing facility still in place. Here visitors will find many historic buildings used in quarantine which include hospitals, a disinfecting complex, a morgue, cemetery and much more to explore.

Point Nepean has an extensive network of tracks to cycle or walk. One recently opened is the Range Area Walk, it takes visitors through an area of the park where the Officer Cadets, who occupied the site for three decades, trained. Features on this walk include a 400m firing range and Monash Break and Light with sweeping views of the park and Melbourne City.

Visitors can also relax and enjoy a picnic at Point Nepean with a shade of a Moonah tree. They are part of a coastal habitat complete with wildlife including echidnas, bandicoots, wallabies, reptiles. In the surrounding waters visitors might also spot bottlenose Dolphins or Australian Fur Seals.

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Point Nepean National Park

Located at the end of Point Nepean Road, Portsea. Park entry is free For more information visit www. park.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963

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Regional Attractions Spring and summer sees Sorrento and Portsea come alive IF you travel a little further afield there are many attractions to keep you busy for days or even weeks – golf at one of the many Premier Peninsula golf clubs, Peninsula Hot Springs only a short drive away, stand up paddle boarding on the bay, visiting one of the mazes, wineries abound plus much much more.

Visit Beachside Visitor Information Centre in Sorrento or visitmorningtonpeninsula.org for more regional attractions.

What’s On

Spring and summer sees Sorrento and Portsea come alive with a number of events and activities for all ages and stages to participate in.

In December, Christmas Carols & Fireworks are hosted by the Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce on the Sorrento foreshore (Sunday December 14, 6.30pm) and St John’s Anglican Church host their annual carolling event. Sorrento also offers fabulous Christmas shopping events. PLUS, keep an eye out for the exciting Spiegeltent coming soon this December 2014.

January is certainly the month for action with the Portsea Pro-Am Golf Tournament, Portsea Twilight Run/ Walk at Point Nepean National Park plus an annual Craft Market, Rotary Club Annual Art Show, the Couta Boats compete in the Portsea Cup, Portsea Polo, Sorrento Bay Swim, Portsea Swim Classic and Australia Day celebrations at the Sorrento-Portsea RSL. There’s always a host of live music at local restaurants, hotels and bars throughout the summer season for all tastes in music, and February also hosts the Pier to Perignon swim

Heritage Walk Sorrento’s village is lined with some of the oldest and highest limestone buildings in Australia, so doing the heritage walking trail is a must! You can download the guide at visitsorrento.com.au/about or drop into the Visitor Information Centre at the corner of Ocean Beach Rd & George St to pick up a hard copy.

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from Sorrento to Portsea Pier which has been a long standing swim race for the region. Sailing events also occur at the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club throughout the season.

The World’s Longest Lunch will return to the Sorrento foreshore on Friday, 13 March 2015, and Taste of Sorrento will be back bigger and better than ever from 28th May to 1st June 2015.

For dates and times of events, visit the host venues’ websites, or checkout visitsorrento.com.au/ what’s on.

ACTIVITIES

Athenaeum Cinema & Sorrento Video/Music 26-36 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2903 peninsulacinemas.com.au

Moonraker Dolphin Swims 7 George Street 5984 4211

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Mornington Peninsula Sailing Lvl 1, 8 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1455 mpsailing.com.au

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Getting Around SORRENTO is only a short 90 minute trip from Melbourne and around 40 minutes from around the Mornington Peninsula or ferry trip across the bay from Queenscliff. There are a few interesting ways to get around (apart from self drive).

Two chauffeur driven services operate in Sorrento who will take you to and from locations of your

choice, for couples or small groups.

See Mornington Peninsula Limousines (mplchauffeurs.com.au or 5984 2288) or Sorrento Limousine Service (sorrentolimos.com.au or 0431 637 850).

NEW Peninsula Explorer – hop on hop off bus. Starting in November 2014 the new Peninsula Explorer double decker open topped bus will collect from the Sorrento ferry terminal, and continue on a guided route through Sorrento Village, Portsea, Point Nepean, Blairgowrie, Rye, St Andrews, Fingal and return between 9am and 6pm daily. Travellers can get on and off as many times as they like over either a 24 hour or 72 hour period, plus some special deals for year round passes. See peninsulaexplorer.com for more details.

Searoad Ferry – car and passenger ferry that operates daily on the hour between 7am and 6pm, 7pm during summer months, between Sorrento and Queenscliff.

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Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce has launched a new website, keeping you informed of all things Sorrento – new shops, great deals and offers, what’s on…plus much more.

See more at Searoad.com.au or phone 03 5258 3244 Public Bus - runs every 50 minutes from Frankston to Portsea return daily, and takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes for the entire trip. More info at metlinkmelbourne.com.au.

NEW Bongo all electric ‘tuk-tuk’ style transport will begin later this year also, collecting passengers from Sorrento ferry terminal and commuting up and into Sorrento Village. See bongotransit.com.au for more details.

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Million Dollar Views AT NO COST

A hidden gem of a walk, the Millionaire’s Walk along the clifftops from Sorrento to Portsea takes you on a 2km stroll through million dollar properties with million dollar views.

Gaze over the bay and admire the beautifully landscaped gardens.

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What’s Hot for your home Alison Carnell, Interior Designer from Big Chair Living, talks about her thoughts on the latest trends in interior design…

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In Style…

• The Scandinavian look is still a big hit – 1960’s inspired sofas raised off the floor with ‘cigar shaped’ timber legs (think the tv series ‘Mad Men’). Although nowadays the sofas are much more generous in comfort and size than the original.

This style is carried through to dining tables, sideboards and lighting.

• Round coffee tables are very in right now too, as it softens the hard edges of a room.

• Last year we saw a lot of strong vibrant colours coming through in fabrics – this is still on the mark but it only needs to be a splash of colour - a scatter cushion here and there set against a neutral toned fabric on a sofa.

• Linen bedding is very desirable

right now and looks amazing – creases and all. It is a natural product, keeps you cool in Summer and warm in Winter, and there is an amazing colour palette from charcoal grey to the softest sage greens and pinks.

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The Big Chair

Things Made of Stone and Wood, plus more….

• There is a strong pull towards bespoke Australian made products. Natural materials are still very on trend due to their uniqueness and beautiful markings & grains - every piece is individual.

• In terms of timber furniture, think organic & raw – Teak in its raw state (recycled & plantation) has such a simple and natural

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appeal. American Oak, Vic Ash and European Oak are also highly desirable but a clear mat lacquer is recommended.

• We are seeing a lot of natural materials coming through in lighting also – such as timber and porcelain. Copper also has a huge following at the moment – especially in lighting. Although a cold metal – copper gives feeling of warmth.

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• Beautiful marbles such as Carrara and Calacatta, which have a soft white background with subtle grey or taupe veining, are the top contenders for coffee table tops.

When natural materials are used in product, it evokes a sense of calm and simplicity.

Colour Trends

• There is still a strong sense of colour in terms of fabrics --- but only to be used as splashes here and there. The vibrant colour & heavily patterned of iconic brand Missoni (as seen on The Block) is a classic example. It looks amazing when used as a simple feature towel or

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hand towels in a bathroom. The bold colours of ‘Bonnie and Neil’ (orange, hot pink, turquoise, Indigo) when used as scatter cushions or table runners are a statement piece in their own right. But not too much, keep it simple.

• However, at the same time –

pastels are making a resurgence - think sofa upholstered in vintage grey-wash Belgian linen with soft duck egg blue/pastel sage scatter cushions. These pastel colours are also following through to the linen bedding.

How to Design your Space

• Firstly, take into consideration the size of the room and how you intend to use the particular space and the mood you wish to create.

How do you want to use the area? Is it for the whole family to enjoy, to evoke a relaxed feel, or are you wanting to create a more formal space?

The Big Chair

• Natural lighting plays a huge role too – so lay out and furniture placement should be top of the list. If it is a dark space with little or no light, then mirrors and clever lighting placement will be needed.

• Employing the services of an interior designer should be high on the list, as it saves making costly mistakes.

• Furniture should never domi-

nate or be lost in a room. People either buy oversized furniture which makes the room look small and heavy, or buy furniture that is too small and it all looks lost and uninviting. A good little trick is to place newspaper on the floor of the exact size and layout you are intending to use & then see if it works.

• In terms of colour palette – it’s best to start with the floor then work your way up. continued next page...

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About Big Chair At Big Chair we offer an interior design service – we have 2 accredited interior designers on our team who can help in the selection of all areas from decorating needs i.e. selecting the right fabric, choosing colour palettes, furniture layout advice, window treatments - to the selection of finishes for bench tops, joinery etc. Home consultations by appointment only.

A lot of our product is Australian made and most of our sofas and some dining tables can be custom made to suit the client’s specific requirements.

Big name brands at Big Chair include – Missoni Homewares,

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Bonnie & Neil, Glasshouse Candles, Warwick Fabrics, Mokum Textiles – just to name a few.

Elephant

Our products are sourced both locally and globally from around the World.

Happy Days

3 George Street 0415 957 922

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Hummingbird Blooms

HOUSE & GARDEN Bed Bath N Table

35-37 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3893 bedbathntable.com.au

Big Chair

119 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3388 bigchair.com.au

Coastal Living Interiors 85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5480 coastalliving.net.au

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Saltwater Trading 153 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0444

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Sandarne Homewares 147 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0222 sandarne.com.au

Sorrento Mitre 10 80-98 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2247 mitre10.com.au

1. A good quality made in Melbourne sofa that will stand the test of time – such as the ‘Torquay’ or ‘Sorrento’ designs from Big Chair.

2. A beautiful rug, to anchor the room.

3. Artwork to bring the story all together.

4. Linen bedlinen 5. L ighting – a statement floor lamp or table lamps for a side board.

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WToys that bring back happy childhood memories. Toys like, e want you and your children to enjoy good quality toys.

Spinning Tops, Jack in The Boxes, Kaleidoscopes, Pop Guns, or Just a Bag of Wooden Blocks.

We want your toys to last and to give you smiles and happiness every time you play with them. We hope that some of our toys will encourage Mum and Dad and Nan and Pop to play and laugh together and most of all we hope that you remember where you got your toys and keep coming back for more.

Toys are more than simple amusement, they and the ways that they are used, profoundly influence many aspects of life, like play itself, toys serve multiple purposes in humans. They provide entertainment while fulfilling an educational role.

Toys enhance cognitive behavior and stimulate creativity. They aid in the development of physical and mental skills which are necessary in later life. Toys positively impact the physical development, cognitive development, emotional development, and social development of children.

Come and visit us at the Toy Workshop in Sorrento and see our wonderful toys. Be greeted by friendly knowledgeable staff, who more than anything want to help you and see you leave with a big smile‌.

The Toy Workshop is now located in Hawthorn and Berwick.

Come and visit us there and enjoy a truly wonderful shopping experience.

3 great locations or online www.thetoyworkshop.com.au 66 High St, BERWICK ph 9796 1281

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A.Rose Interior Inspirations

decoration and design THE word is out about this vibrant, sophisticated, interior designer – who channels the essence of a child’s creativity to allow the inspiration of decoration and design to flow.

A. Rose Interior Inspirations would love to start weaving colours and themes functional living environments for the little people in your world.

Whether the space is a nursery, bedroom, playroom or outdoor play area, Liz Csapo founder of A. Rose Interior Inspirations, believes the pure essence of your child can be expressed throughout her designs.

Families who are overloaded with interior inspiration and are just not sure how to piece it all together should contact Liz. Other projects can consist

of a family having the vision for their space however lacking the confidence to create it.

Liz added: “I understand that many people consider the nature of A.Rose Interior Inspirations a luxury, as many interior designers come with an expensive price tag.

However, to ensure costs can be kept to a minimum for a project, I tend to DIY a lot of finishes and products.

I ensure each item is finished professionally, tastefully and with its own touch of class. All products are very unique – sometimes I surprise myself in what I can actually do!”

the perfect fabric to ensure the vision of a design is completed within your family’s budget and if a handmade, heartfelt piece can’t be created in her Mornington Peninsula home, she will source the required product from a local supplier.

“There are NO limits,” Liz stated as she went on to explain how she endeavours to create spaces where children will continue to grow into throughout their childhood. “Clients do not need to spend a fortune on every item, I would rather mix inexpensive basic accessories with a few statement pieces of furniture.”

Clients of A. Rose Interior Inspirations clients are often that pleased with their child’s finished room that Liz is asked to move on to decorating other spaces in their homes.

Artistic Liz finds peace with a paintbrush her paintings are created for completed spaces and private Liz Csapo 0400 555 987 purchases from the comfort of e. design@aroseinspirations.com.au the home of the imaginative www.aroseinspirations.com.au designer. She will skilfully rewww.facebook.com/ARoseInteriorInspirations upholster a vintage armchair in

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There’s always something new

CLAIRE Kelly gets up early.

She leaves home at 2.30am in the morning and is back in her boutique flower studio Hummingbird Blooms by 9.00am.

‘I go to the city markets once or twice a week. Hummingbird Blooms prides itself on stocking a wide range of fresh cut flowers.

There’s always something new.’

Clare’s love affair with all things floral began as a child. Many hours were spent in the garden with her father admiring the natural world. After completing an Advanced Diploma of Horticulture, she gravitated towards the artistry of floral arrangement and so studied Floral Design at Box Hill Institute. She has been in the industry for over eight years.

“The beauty and perfume of flowers is captivating’, says Claire, and captivated you’ll be when entering Hummingbird Blooms. Claire’s creative skills as a floral designer means you’ll find the perfect

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creation to suit your needs. Her wedding work is well known – delicate table arrangements, stunning bouquets and breathtaking floral decorations make your day a sensory sensation.

Her extensive knowledge of floral symbolism and how colour works also means her blooms are ideal for more sombre occasions such as funerals.

‘Creating work that evokes emotion is what I love’, says Claire, who is onsite most of the time and has the help of three staff.

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Great quality flowers that go the distance – her roses can last up to three weeks – inspiring designs and a huge range of house flowers (think lots of colour for summer) means there’s something for all lovers of natural beauty at Hummingbird Blooms.

Prices start from $35 a bouquet.

Hummingbird Blooms

NEW LOCATION 54 Kerferd Rd, Sorrento phone: 03 5984 4342 www.hummingbirdblooms.com

accommodation & real estate

Hot Property Spring time is here and summer time is near!

My Coastline

ACCORDING to REIV data, Median houses in Sorrento have risen over the past 12 months, and are currently at $835,000 (October 2014).

Buyer demand is stronger than ever, particularly for various types of properties in Sorrento, Blairgowrie and Rye.

Natalie Garner from the Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce has also stated that the number of shops and support services located in Sorrento Village have grown to accommodate an increasing local and visitor market. “There are very few vacant shops in Sorrento village any more, and any properties that do become vacant do not stay that way for long”, Natalie said.

Joshua Callaghan from Fletchers Real Estate states that they have experienced an unprecedented amount of buyer enquiries for properties, and also an increase in permanent buyers over the past year who are taking advantage of the recently completed Peninsula Link to commute to and from work in Melbourne’s Eastern and South Eastern suburbs.

So if you are in the market for a new property, or are looking to sell, contact the team at Fletchers Mornington Peninsula on 5984 2600, or one of the six other great teams of agents in the area such as Kay & Burton, Buxton, Prentice Real Estate, Jellis Craig Bennison Mackinnon, JP Dixon or the new Sotheby’s International Realty. See the directory next page for details.

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Peninsula Holiday Rentals

Hotel Sorrento

Shells apartments

Beach House Rentals

Koonya Apartments

Koonya Apartments

Oceanic Whitehall

Hotel Sorrento

Drop Inn

Sorrento Beach Motel

accommodation & real estate ACCOMMODATION Beach House Rentals 47a Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4578

beachhouserentals.net.au

Carmel of Sorrento Heritage Suites & Self Contained Units 142 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3512

carmelofsorrento.com.au

Drop Inn self-contained accommodation 150 Ocean Beach Rd 0402 436 464

dropinnaccommodation.com

Hotel Sorrento Apartments

Marshall’s Holiday Rentals Lvl 1, 7 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5955

MyRentals.com.au

MyCoastline

Lvl 1, 6 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2221 mycoastline.com.au

Peninsula Holiday Rentals Lvl 1, 3/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2666

peninsulaholidayrentals.com.au

Shell’s Apartments

Whitehall & Oceanic Apartments

Jellis Craig Bennison Mackinnon

oceanicgroup.com.au

benmac.com.au

231 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4166

Kay & Burton Real Estate

REAL ESTATE

106 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4744 kayburton.com.au

Buxton Real Estate Portsea Sorrento

Prentice Real Estate 78 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4177

109 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4388

prenticerealestate.com.au

Sotheby’s International Realty

buxton.com.au

Fletchers Real Estate

Level 1, 5/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4114

85-99 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0454

136 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2600 fletchers.net.au

Koonya Apartments

Sorrento Beach Motel

J. P. Dixon Real Estate Portsea Sorrento

koonyasorrento.com.au

sorrentobeachmotel.com.au

jpdixon.com.au

5-15 Hotham Rd 5984 8000

hotelsorrento.com.au

3356-3374 Point Nepean Rd 0412 025 108

shellsapartments.com.au

780 Melbourne Rd 5984 1356

39 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0999

sothebysrealty.com

170 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5030

WE HAVE A GREAT TEAM HERE AT THE COMMONWEALTH BANK SORRENTO. We offer the full range of Commonwealth Bank productsand services, including: ®®Home loans and investment home loans ®®Personal loans ®®Credit cards ®®Business loans and equipment finance ®®Transaction and savings account ®®Car insurance

®®Home insurance (Including building,

contents and personal valuables cover)

®®Superannuation, managed funds and

wealth creation

®®Life insurance and income protection

If you think we can help you with your financial needs, drop in to our branch and say hello, or call us on 03 5984 2336 Stay Connected: commbank.com.au

Visit: 38 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento VIC 3943

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Carmel of Sorrento Experience the seaside delights of historic Sorrento Village ‘CARMEL’ was built in 1904/05 at the same time as Gannawarra (now Fletchers Real Estate) in the heart of the modern day Sorrento Village at 142 Ocean Beach Rd. The two buildings were run as Guest Houses for six years. The two properties were called ‘Antrim’.

ON the 11th July 1911 the property was bought by the Stringer Family who had Stringers Stores, a Livery Stables and Motor Service. They renamed the property to its existing name of ‘Carmel’ after a relation back in Ireland. Between 1961 and 1991 there were three developers who subdivided the land and rented the house out to families.

In 1991, Bill & Louise White purchased the property and started up a Guest House taking it back to its original purpose and catering for several thousands

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of people from 1991 until today. The heritage suites and self contained apartments have been beautifully renovated and restored, and contain all of the modern day conveniences of ensuites and beautiful décor with heritage charm.

The history of Carmel And Sorrento village can be enjoyed with photographs and old land titles and plans displayed along its hallways. The Heritage Suites are named after the ladies that started the Guest House.

Accommodation enquiries can be made by phoning 5984 3512 or at carmelofsorrento.com.au Carmel is currently for sale, and any enquiries can be directed to Liz Jensen of Kay & Burton on 0418 446 228, email: ljensen@kayburton.com.au, or see kayburton.com.au for more property details. /Sorrento_village

Sorrento

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your ideal Girls Getaway destination • Shop til you drop • Group accommodation • Day spas • Short walks from the village to the beach • Eat out, eat in, do both!

• Take in the historic limestone buildings & street vibe • Party the night away

…..Shop, stay, laugh, play…..only a short drive away.

Sign up at visitsorrento.com.au to find out about girls getaway deals & packages

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BANKS

ANZ & Westpac ATMs 26-36 Ocean Beach Rd

Commonwealth Bank 38-40 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2336 commbank.com.au

Sorrento Primary School Kerferd Avenue 5984 2130

sorrentops.vic.edu.au

St Josephs Primary School Constitution Hill Rd 5984 1291

National Australia Bank

sjsorrento.catholic.edu.au

67 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 8300

SERVICES

nab.com.au

S. Smith Builders P/L Lvl 1/ 50 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4677 smithbuilders.com.au

Sorrento Catering Co.

JackanAndy’s Op Shop

Sorrento Football & Cricket Club

Sorrento Limousine Service

sorrentosharksfc.com.au

sorrentocatering.com.au

22 Ronald Ave 0431 637 850

sorrentolimos.com.au

848 Melbourne Rd 5984 4577

Rotary Club of Sorrento

Australia Post

66 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2841

auspost.com.au

Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce

66 Ocean Beach Rd 13 13 18

BizAssist

Lvl 1, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 0407 803 151

P.O.Box 58 5984 5414

coastcom.com.au

sorrentotravel.com.au

JSP Partners Accountants

Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & George St ph: 5984 1478 sorrentobeachsidetourism. com.au

Sorrento Community Centre 860-868 Melbourne Rd 5984 3360

168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0135 bapchartered.com.au

Logistics Safety Solutions Pty Ltd 52 Ocean Beach Rd 0414 308 038 logss.com.au

Sorrento Portsea RSL

Mornington Peninsula Limousines

www.sorrentoportsea.rslvic. com.au

mplchauffeurs.com.au

sorrentocc.org.au

1-3 Hurley St 5984 2886

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Coastcom

133 Hotham Rd 1300 844 844

Sorrento Beachside Visitor Information Centre

P.O.Box 469 0424 000 391

Sorrento Travel & Cruise

bizassist.com.au

Lvl 1, 8 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2288

Hotham Rd 5984 2831

3154 Point Nepean Rd 0412 580 968

Sorrento News and Books (Australia Post)

COMMUNITY SERVICES

SPORTING CLUBS Sorrento Bowls Club

9 George St 5984 3366

TAB

101 Ocean Beach Rd tab.com.au

Telsec Security

Lvl 1,1&2/ 119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0600 telsec.net.au

The Wooden Boat Shop 129 Hotham Rd 5984 4333

woodenboatshop.com.au

Woodhams O’Keeffe & Co Lawyers 168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4766

David McFarlan Reserve 5984 2571

Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club 3154 Point Nepean Rd 5984 8200 sscbc.com.au

Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club 250 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5533 sorrentoslsc.com

Sorrento Tennis Club 854 Melbourne Rd 5984 4131

EMERGENCY SERVICES Ambulance

000 Fire

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Police Hotham Rd 5984 2000 Victoria Bushfire Information Line

1800 240 667

Experience the Mornington Peninsula So much more to see and do... we can help.

Mornington Peninsula Beachside Tourism Association Offers Information for the Mornington Peninsula.

• Things to do • Food & wine • Health & Spas • Markets • Places to stay • Getting around Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & George Sts, Sorrento PH: (03) 5984 1478 sorrentobeachsidetourism.com.au

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Conveniently located in the heart of Sorrento, two luxurious floors of pampering heaven.

Spa Journeys - Massage, Body Purificaton, Steam, Hair and Scalp Treatments Group Spa Packages, Hen’s DaySpa Packages Wedding Make-up, Shellac, Rapid Tan

43-45 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento SPRING/SUMMER 2014/15 59 Call 03 5984 5300 or book online www.marlospa.com.au

New Health Club for

S O R R E N TO

SORRENTO’S NEW GYM

is just 1km from the Main St (just past Sorrento Football Club) Latest life fitness, cardio equipment • Full range of weights, benches, racks and machines • Spin studio (30 bikes) • Group fitness - Pump,Yoga, Pilates, Boxfit, Fitworkz and more.

OPEN 7 DAYS No lock in contracts

Casual visit and Holiday Packages available.

To view class timetable visit our website or download the FREE RECREATION HEALTH CLUB APP.

Re-Creation Sorrento 123 Hotham Rd (extension of Melboure Rd) Ph: 5984 0304 60

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