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WELCOME

WELCOME

CONTENTS

WELCOME TO SYDNEY

Drinks.......................................... 16 Recipes......................................... 20 More Information..................... 23 Contacts...................................... 24

Cured Collection......................... 4 Dairy Collection.......................... 6 Vegetable Collection................. 10 Seafood Collection................... 12 Dessert Collection.................... 14

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As the state’s capital, and the gateway to cruising in NSW, Sydney feeds its sister ports of Newcastle and Eden. Set on one of the most 2 • FL AVOUR S OF N EW SOU T H WA L ES

Tonight we offer you a taste of the exceptional food and drink that NSW has to offer with over 25 producers showcasing their outstanding produce and experiences to you for this special event.

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This multicultural destination has a food scene that’s become one of the most dazzling of any city in the world. Using an array of fresh local produce, Sydney’s chefs draw their inspiration from across the globe. Dining experiences not to miss include Bennelong, Quay, Aria, Sepia and Momofuku Seiobo.

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New South Wales (NSW) is Australia’s most geographically diverse state, offering holiday memories to last a lifetime. Whether it’s a road trip along the stunning South Coast sampling freshly shucked oysters, a trip to the Hunter Valley to sip on world-class Shiraz or a visit to Byron Bay to explore the thriving food scene, there are unforgettable experiences at every turn in Regional NSW.

beautiful harbours in the world and with famous architectural icons such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge to explore, Sydney offers plenty of excitement for visitors at any time of the year.

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Welcome to the Australian Cruise Association’s 20th Anniversary Cruise Conference. We are thrilled to be hosting you in iconic Sydney to mark this momentous occasion.

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See where our New South Wales producers are located:

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CURED COLLECTION

CURED COLLECTION

C ured

THE GERMAN BUTCHERY | SYDNEY This multi award winning butchery based in Sydney has a diverse range of cured meats using techniques master butcher Tino Dees learnt as an East German apprentice, and the cold-cuts he gained a taste for during his time in Russia. Combining premium quality Australian meats with traditional techniques and old fashion recipes delivers a beautiful product every time.

Contact: Tino Dees

www.germanbutchery.com.au

SALUMI AUSTRALIA | NORTHERN RIVERS Australia’s premier Italian small goods company. They have created an award winning range of superior small goods that combines age-old salumi making traditions with the tastes and lifestyles of today. They like to call it the new old flavour. Their products use 100% Australian pork that’s hand raised on ethical and sustainable farms just up the road near Byron Bay. They even know their farmers by first name, which is their guarantee to you that their products are exceptional every time.

Contact: Michael Dlask

www.salumi.com.au

ALTO OLIVES

ALTO OLIVES | SOUTHERN TABLELANDS The foothills of Australia’s Great Dividing Range are home to award winning ALTO Olives, a dynamic family enterprise producing a diverse portfolio of exceptional quality Australian extra virgin olive oils & natural table olives. All of their products are sustainably produced and receive world-wide recognition for their exceptional quality.

Contact: Westerly Isbaih

www.alto-olives.com.au

JULIANNE’S KITCHEN | SYDNEY

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Julianne’s Kitchen started as a catering business that evolved after the sale of Julianne’s successful restaurant Cloudstreet in Kirribilli, Sydney. In 2010 Julianne’s Kitchen launched into making gourmet artisan food specialising in handmade products, such as French style pâté’s, terrines, fruit pastes and caramelised onion jam. In 2013, Julianne’s Kitchen won several awards and overall gourmet food champion at the Royal Sydney Fine Food Show and today Julianne distributes her award winning products to retail and food service venues in Australia.

Contact: Julianne Lever

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DAIRY COLLECTION

DAIRY COLLECTION

Dairy

PAESANELLA CHEESE | SYDNEY Award winning Paesanella cheese is one of Sydney’s longest running cheese empires started over 54 years ago and is a symbol of what fresh Italian cheese should be. Their Marrickville factory specialises in Australian cow and buffalo milk cheese including their famous fresh milk ricotta, buffalo ricotta and dry ricotta. Their range also includes buffalo mozzarella, bocconcini, mascarpone and burrata. To ensure consistency and freshness the company owns its own herd of milking buffalo and all milk is pasteurised once it arrives at the factory. Hands on and family owned supporting the community and producing quality products.

Contact: Max Somma

www.paesanella.com.au

TILBA DAIRY | SOUTH COAST Tilba Real Dairy specialise in ‘paddock to plate’ cheeses, milk, cream and yoghurt. They run a dairy farm in the heart of the Tilba valley located approximately 2 kms from the cheese factory, where they milk a herd of pure Jersey cows. The farm has been running for over 15 years with purebred Jersey cows grazing on the lush pristine grasses in the Tilba Tilba Valley. Their handmade cheese range includes Cheddar, Brie, Camembert, fresh curd cheese and Haloumi. They are a family run and owned business, producing award winning milk, cream and cheese.

Contact: Erica Dibden

www.tilbarealdairy.com

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JANNEI DAIRY FARM | BLUE MOUNTAINS

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Jannei Dairy Farm based in Lithgow, Blue Mountains has been producing quality and award winning artisan goats cheese since 1995. Their focus on sustainable farming practices means the Jannei Dairy goats are fed on natural concentrates and graze on paddocks that are treated with organic fertilisers.

Jannei Goats cheese is made from 100% fresh goats milk and vegetable rennet. Always a characteristic of this artisan cheese is its creaminess and natural developing flavours.

Contact: Janaette Watson

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DAIRY COLLECTION

DAIRY COLLECTION

BRASSERIE BREAD | SYDNEY Each of Brasserie Bread’s artisan bread products is baked fresh every day with skill and care, using single origin wheat that can be traced back to the source. Working with dedicated farmers in Australia’s renowned wheat growing districts, they work hard to celebrate the source in each and every loaf they bake. Their 21-year old natural yeast starter has been lovingly nurtured, providing their sourdough with its award-winning flavour, refined crumb structure and reassuring crust.

They respect the traditions of baking whilst always taking steps to innovate and educate. Brasserie Bread strive to produce the best quality bread and baked products they possibly can.

Contact: Michael Klausen

www.brasseriebread.com.au

MALFROY’S GOLD HONEY | BLUE MOUNTAINS Malfroy’s Gold is an Australian beekeeping business specialising in the production of pure varieties of wild honey and honeycomb. Based throughout the Central Tablelands of NSW and adjoining Blue Mountains, small apiaries contain hand-made Warré hives that mimic how bees live in nature, making for ‘happier and healthier’ bees. As a result the wild honey exceeds both organic and biodynamic standards and is highly sought after by some of Sydney’s leading chefs.

Contact: Tim Malfroy

www.malfroysgold.com.au

PEPE SAYA BUTTER COMPANY

PEPE SAYA BUTTER COMPANY | SYDNEY Pepe Saya Cultured Butter is made from 100% Australian cream, fresh from Country Valley Dairy in Picton, NSW where cows are pasture fed. It is cultured for up to 4 weeks, churned, and then shaped.

The term ‘cultured’ means the butter has been produced from cream that has been fermented. The Pepe Saya range also includes crème fraiche, mascarpone, buttermilk and ghee.

Contact: Pepe Saya

www.pepesaya.com.au

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BR ASSERIE BREAD

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VEGETABLE COLLECTION

VEGETABLE COLLECTION

Vegetables

THE COOKS CO-OP | SYDNEY SURROUNDS The Cooks Co-op HQ is located in Sackville, NSW, just over an hour from Sydney’s CBD. Here, Martin Boetz has established ‘The Farm’ which is the hub of this exciting and fresh agricultural project. This project focuses on sustainable farming, building relationships with fellow farmers and food producers in the Hawkesbury region, that share the ideals of nurturing, education and promotion of quality chef grade produce.

Contact: Martin Boetz

www.cooksco-op.com.au

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SEAFOOD COLLECTION

SEAFOOD COLLECTION

Seafood

AUSTRALIA’S OYSTER COAST LTD | SOUTH COAST An Australian company formed in 2013 by leading oyster growers from eight estuaries south of Sydney, and now supports over 40 growers. They grow high quality oysters under rigorous environmental management systems in some of the world’s cleanest waters. They produce premium oysters from an industry that is 120 years old, all the farmers are multiple generation and very passionate about oysters!

Contact: Mark Allsopp

www.australiasoystercoast.com

BOATHOUSE ON BLACKWATTLE BAY | SYDNEY Overlooking The Sydney fish market on picturesque Blackwattle Bay, The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay prides itself on providing Sydney’s freshest oysters, shellfish, fish and crustaceans, with their daily menu being driven by their access to this amazing seasonal produce. With award winning chef Colin Barker at the helm The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay gives both locals and visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy a complete seafood experience like no other.

Contact: Colin Barker

AUSTR ALIA’S OYSTER COAST

www.boathouse.net.au

PIPERS CREEK GROVE | NORTH COAST Pipers Creek Grove is a family owned and operated business based in Dondingalong on the Mid North Coast of NSW growing certified Organic Australian bush tucker. Their organic hand-made products use produce direct from their plantation including: Blood Limes, Davidson Plums, Illawarra Plums, Aniseed Myrtle, Lemon Myrtle and Cinnamon Myrtle. This NSW region is newly referred to as the Macleay Food Bowl for its rich soil, clean air and diverse agriculture.

Contact: Jules Jules de Boer

www.piperscreekgrove.com

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Westview Limes is based near Kempsey on the Mid North NSW Coast. They specialise in growing limes and chillies. In 2015, Westview Limes won the coveted Gold Award at the Royal Hobart Fine Food Awards for their Chilli and Lime Harrisa and Silver for their Chilli and Lime Hot Sauce.

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DESSERT COLLECTION

Dessert

DESSERT COLLECTION

ZOKOKO CHOCOLATE | BLUE MOUNTAINS Zokoko hand makes artisan chocolate from bean to bar. In their factory at the foot of the Blue Mountains, their production techniques ensure that the cacao beans sourced from across the world, retain their distinct and delicate flavours. Their Alto Beni Bolivian 68% dark chocolate is a gold medal winner at the Sydney Royal Show and the Tranquilidad Bolivian 72% Chocolate won best dark chocolate at the International Chocolate Salon in the US. Contact: Michelle Morgan

www.zokoko.com.au

N2 EXTREME GELATO | SYDNEY Theatrical gelato – liquid nitrogen freezes gelato right before your eyes. The result is smooth, fresh from the churner gelato that has been made to order from the freshest ingredients.

Contact: Min Chai

www.n2extremegelato.com.au

ZOKOKO CHOCOLATE

ROWIE’S CAKES | SYDNEY A kitchen that bakes wheat, yeast, gluten and dairy free. It is possible for naughty tasting treats and desserts to be good for you and not only that you don’t have to be free-from to enjoy Rowie’s Cakes; they are gorgeous and wickedly beautiful! As they say at Rowie’s Cakes; Indulge, enjoy and stay healthy!

Contact: Rowie Dillon

www.rowiescakes.com.au

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DRINKS

DRINKS

Drinks

DAVE’S BREWERY TOURS, PUB WALKS & EVENTS SYDNEY & SURROUNDS NSW best drinks experience, Dave’s Travel & Events Group takes you on a discovery of local drink production. From historical pub walks and behind the scenes production house tours to perfectly curated events they’re writing the next chapter in Australia’s historic love of beer, wine and spirits.

Dave’s delivers crafted experiences that combine passion, authenticity and the best brews that local producers have to offer. The NSW drink production community is evolving and Dave’s have made it their mission to connect you with incredible artisans and their products, bridging the gap through innovative tours and events that will always inspire and welcome people to this dynamic collective.

So no matter your favourite tipple or how you wish to experience it, they will take you inside the city’s finest breweries, wineries, distilleries and brewpubs on their tours, or they can bring it all to your next event. Explore with Dave’s and discover the local scene through your senses.

Contact: Dave Phillips

www.davesgroup.com.au

MILLA CORDIAL ORANGE Based in the fruit growing and gourmet region of Orange in New South Wales, Australia, the Milla Cordial range was launched in 2013

by Millamolong Australia. Inspired to use local bush fruits and seeing the untapped potential to make a homegrown Australian gourmet cordial, Millamolong Australia set out to create unique flavour combinations.

There are four delicious flavours in their Milla Cordial range.

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ARCHIE ROSE | SYDNEY While Sydney’s history is uniquely coloured by a once-thriving local distilling industry and culture, our City has been without a dedicated distillery for far too long – until now.

As a team of passionate new world distillers, Archie Rose Distilling Co. is dedicated to honouring the rich spirit-making past, and shaping its future with the launch of their boutique distillery and bar just 5km south of the Sydney CBD. They invite you to watch their spirits being made by hand, meet their distillers and savour a drink at their custom-made distillery and bar in Rosebery, Sydney.

Contact: Will Edwards

www.archierose.com.au

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Milla Cordials have successfully harnessed the goodness of locallygrown fruit with the unique flavours of Australia, and now they have expanded into a carbonated version of two of their Milla Cordial flavours, known as ready to drink Milla Bush Tonics.

Made from the heart, Millamolong Australia is a 100% Aussie-owned company and its’ award-winning range of Milla Cordials and Milla Bush Tonics are made from 100% Australian grown fruit and bush fruits, with no additives, preservatives or artificial flavourings.

Contact: Camilla Strang www.millamolong.com.au

MILLA CORDIAL

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DRINKS

DRINKS

LOGAN ‘M’ CUVEE | ORANGE Peter and Hannah Logan craft their wines from grapes grown in both the Mudgee and Orange regions. Winemaker Peter Logan’s winemaking style is inspired by his love of the character of rich fruity Australian wines, and the balance and structure of Old World wines. His winemaking philosophy represents a hybrid of these two styles – wines that ooze Australian fresh fruit flavours whilst embodying European-style, balance and finesse. With uninterrupted views over the family’s Mudgee vineyard, the Logan Tasting Room is the perfect place to taste the full range of Logan wines or sample a platter of locally made cheese followed by homemade cake and coffee.

Contact: Peter Logan

www.loganwines.com.au

TERTINI PINOT GRIS | SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS Tertini Wines is dedicated to producing premium, cool climate wines with a particular interest in alternative varieties. Their “Yaraandoo” vineyard is located near the historic village of Berrima in the Southern Highlands, an emerging cool climate region in New South Wales, at the relatively high altitude of 715 metres.

Contact: Julian Tertini

www.tertiniwines.com.au

NICK O’LEARY SHIRAZ | CANBERRA DISTRICT Nick O’Leary crafts his wines on the southern escarpment of Lake George near Bungendore. Each wine comes from small individual parcels of fruit, sourced in and around the Canberra District. This wine displays an elegant fragrance of red-fruits, dusted spice and lifted white pepper. The palate brims with dark berry fruits and delivers a silky textured mouth feel which finishes with long fine tannins.

Contact: Nick O’Leary

www.nickolearywines.com.au

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RECIPES

Recipe BAKED RICOTTA, NDUJA & SPINACH POTS WITH EGGS

METHOD

Recipe by Tawnya Bahr, Chef, Straight To The Source

1. Preheat oven to 180°C.

INGREDIENTS

2. L ightly grease 4 ramekin or oven-proof dishes (1 cup size) with olive oil and place onto a baking tray.

u 400g Paesanella fresh ricotta

u 1 tablespoon Nduja (spicy spreadable salami)

u 1 tablespoon ALTO olive oil

u ¼ cup grated Tilba cheddar cheese

u 100g baby spinach leaves, blanched, drained and finely chopped

u 4 free range eggs

u 1 teaspoon lemon zest

u Olive oil to grease and drizzle

u 1 teaspoon picked lemon thyme leaves

u Flaked salt

u Fresh lemon thyme sprigs

3. I n a bowl combine the ricotta, olive oil, spinach (blanched and well drained), lemon zest, lemon thyme and Nduja paste. Mix until just combined. Spoon and divide the cheese mixture between the ramekins.

4. M ake a small dip in the top of the ricotta mix, making it more on the side than in the centre.

Sprinkle lightly with the cheddar. Crack an egg into this dip. Top with a sprig of thyme, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

5. B ake for about 18-20 minutes until the egg white has set and the yolk is still slightly soft.

6. S erve with thin oven toasted slices of Brasserie Bread drizzled with olive oil. These are delicious dipped into the ricotta pots and egg.

TAWNYA BAHR FOOD CURATOR Tawnya Bahr is a chef, regional food advocate, specialty food consultant and creator of bespoke regional food tours for the hospitality industry. Through her businesses – Tawnya Bahr Food Consulting and Straight To The Source – she has daily contact with the people and the stories behind the food we eat, as well as interaction with food lovers from all over Australia.

Tawnya has combined her culinary experience, strong interest in regional Australian products and extensive network of food industry contacts to bring this showcase of NSW produce to welcome the 20th annual Australian Cruise Association conference.

Contact: Tawnya Bahr www.StraightToTheSource.com.au

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RECIPES

MORE INFORMATION

Recipe

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THE ARCHIE ROSE ROSEBERY RYE JULEP Refreshing and effortless, the Rosebery Rye Julep showcases the deliciously rich Archie Rose White Rye, cleverly combined with bespoke syrup from our PS Soda friends.

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INGREDIENTS

GLASS:

u 45ml Archie Rose White Rye

GARNISH:

Fresh mint sprig

METHOD:

Build and churn

u 10ml sugar syrup u dash of soda

Tinnie

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CON TAC TS DESTINATION NSW Catherine Dunkerley Manager, Sector Development (Cruise) Destination NSW, Australia Phone: +61 9931 1548 Mobile: +61 419 426 869 Email: catherine.dunkerley@dnsw.com.au Gabrielle Fittler Sector Specialist, Food & Wine Destination NSW, Australia Phone: +61 9931 1405 Mobile: +61 467 726 775 Email: gabrielle.fittler@dnsw.com.au Website: destinationnsw.com.au/cruise

SYDNEY John McKenna General Manager Cruise Port Authority of New South Wales Phone: +61 2 9296 4928 Mobile: +61 408 441 010 Email: jmckenna@portauthoritynsw.com.au Website: portauthoritynsw.com.au

NEWCASTLE David Brown Business Development Manager Port of Newcastle Phone: +61 2 4908 8228 Mobile: +61 427 527 743 Email: david.brown@portofnewcastle.com.au Website: portofnewcastle.com.au

EDEN Natalie Godward Manager Cruise Eden – Sapphire Coast Tourism Ltd Phone: +61 2 6495 7031 Mobile: +61 434 058 871 Email: cruise@sapphirecoast.com.au Website: cruiseeden.com.au Website: sapphirecoast.com.au