Mar 27, 2016
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What is going on in Australia?
All of a sudden everyone has become a food critic or master chef. It seems that the proliferation
of television cooking shows is having a huge impact on the dining public. There doesn't seem
to be anyone who doesn't have an opinion on the dish that they are eating. Whether they're at
home or dining out.
Phrases such as "the seasoning needs adjusting", "the flavours are too complicated" or "the
presentation just doesn't cut it" - even one recently quoted by a nine-year-old to a very taken-aback
chef " it needed a garnish!" - seem to be emanating from every table.
I've heard of a few husbands gaining the ire of their spouses whilst offering their 'constructive
criticism'.
The flow-on effect is just as interesting. Local farmers markets have been popular for many years, but
are now filled to overflowing with eager cooks looking for the freshest and most unusual produce with
which to impress their family and guests.
And, it isn't unusual to see young couples with their printed recipe list wandering purposefully around
the supermarket aisles, as they search for the ingredients they need to produce their own 'professional'
dining experience.
Don't get me wrong - I am as guilty as everyone else of carefully taking in every tip I am given by the
celebrity chefs on the television set - in full living colour. Although I do tend to talk back to the show's
chefs and contestants and argue with the television about some of the things I see.
Believe it or not - chefs in reality - study for years to learn the basics, then more years to hone the skills
they need to achieve great dishes for the dining public.
You don't really learn knife skills by watching a few minutes on telly in between the commercial breaks.
That's why hands-on cooking schools and masterclasses are such a fabulous part of our society.
Recently I have been discussing this conundrum with several chefs we know.
I've asked them how they feel about the public's misconception that they can easily learn the
intricacies of complicated dishes by watching television, when in reality it takes a lifetime of experience
for a professional to achieve those skills.
Most are bemused. Everyone can't be a celebrity chef. And everyone can't
cook to perfection. Reality strikes. Luckily this issue offers a spectacular
array of cooking and dining options to fulfill your thirst for
culinary pursuits.
We also bring you all your favourite features, fabulous new
season fashion, accessories and beauty; interesting people and
events; stellar motoring; latest titles and movies; interior design
options, renovation and new home trends - and excellent food and
wine.
Please read and enjoy.
Cover: Grant Torrens
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Cover Brisbane Style:Moda Restaurant(formerly Giannis)
Edward StreetBrisbane.
Photo: Adam Finch
welcome
contents4 RSVP - Openings,
Launches & Social Events
10 Moo Moo expandsAutumn & Steve Adams a motivated couple in the restaurant business.
14 Fashion... what’s happeningThis season’s finest offerings
22 Face 2 Face with Alex PerryWe speak to one of Australia’s greatest fashion designers about what inspires him.
36 Food & wineFood and wine events around Brisbane & the Gold Coast
54 Profile Jan PowerThe queen of the farmers markets reveals all.
62 Design & PropertyRenovation the answer to a shortage of soace
70 Books/Movies/Theatre We take a look at what’s new and entertaining
76 Artists and ArtisansThe latest works on display
72 Travel Port Lincoln a little treasure & Cruising the West Australian top end in style
78 Style MotoringXF Jaguar the car of the future
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Le Cordon BleuWorld Food
Media Awardspresentation at
IntercontinentalHotel, Adelaide
Lavender for Leukemia The soothing scent and
shades of lavender will beavailable all month for theannual appeal Please dig deepand buy a teddy or one of themany gifts available. TheLeukemia Foundation is hopingto raise $150,000.00 this year tofund further research.
Gallery One Auction1. The Olivia Newton John
Charity Art Auction at GalleryOne, Brickworks was a hugesuccess raising much neededfunds for her Cancer and WellnessCentre appeal.
Jaguar & Fairline Launch2. Glass Dining and
Lounge Bar Marina Mirage playedhost to the Out of the Bluecocktail party in partnership withmotor yacht specialists andbrokers from the Marina Mirageprecinct, Gold Coast Helitours andSunshine Jaguar. Over 300 guestsattended the posh party, andeach received a lucky ticket on
arrival which gave them theopportunity to win an Ultimate
Lifestyle Package consisting of2 days private use of theaward-winning Jaguar XF 5.0L
V8; and a 3 hour cruise for up to10 people on a brand new Fairline
Motor Yacht, with lunch cateredfor by Glass Dining and
Lounge Bar - Prize value$5000 Winner JanaeLeonard was all smiles.
Quay West Launch Noosa3. Noosa's newest 5-star
property the Quay West Resortlaunched this month to ravereviews. The stars made a specialappearance in what was a wetweek, and guests were enticedwith fabulous food andwonderful Bay of Fires wines andsignature cocktails.
Guests Gail Palethorpe andKaylene Murray were suitablyimpressed as was GeneralManager Simon Brown.
Princess Yasmin Launch4/5/6/ The grand opening of
prestigious boutique PrincessYasmin was a sparkling, star-studded event with guests'dressed to impress'.
Guest of Honour, renowneddesigner Alex Perry wasfashionably late - and arrived with
trademark sunglasses atop hispolished head.
As waitstaff wanderedamongst the eager crowdoffering copious quantities ofMoét et Chandon, cosmopolitansand delectable canapes, the nightwas a glittering success. PamelaRead and Lorraine Dickinsonwere all smiles.
Alfresco on Elston7. Alfresco on Elston adds
a little more Italian style toSurfers... thanks to theVelardo family. who wereeager to show off theirbright and shiny newrestaurant just across theroad from the original
Hyatt Black Tie8. Mulpha Sanctuary
Cove's executive generalmanager Alison Quinn(centre) with her husbandRob Quinn (left), and HyattRegency Sanctuary Covegeneral manager PatrickHardy (right) Guests weremade to feel every bit theVIP at the Barefoot & BlackTie Dinner and WeekendEscape to Hyatt RegencySanctuary Cove.
Grant Torrens GalaBoat Launch
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The past decade of the newmillennium has seen the GoldCoast evolve into a multi-faceted luxury destination.
With the phenomenal population growth – the Gold
Coast is the sixth largest city in Australia and
considered the nation's fastest growing large city –
the personality of the Gold Coast has expanded as well.
There is certainly the good life to be found here, if you are
seeking it.
For both tourists and residents, each day and every evening
offers endless experiences, indulgences, opportunities and
adventures – depending on what takes your fancy.
The beachside holiday suburb 50 years ago now boasts a Gross
Regional Product of more than $15.6 billion, and almost half a
million residents share the region's abundant beauty with almost
10 million visitors each year.
And there's a fair bit to cover - an area of 1400 square
kilometres, the city's boundaries extend from just south of
Beenleigh to Coolangatta, taking in South Stradbroke Island and
part of Moreton Bay and extending west to the hinterland of
Mount Tamborine and the Lamington and Darlington Ranges.
It's difficult to not want more when you see a sample of the
100,000 hectares of nature reserves, 890km of constructed
residential waterfront, the 600 kilometres of canals, around 500
restaurants, 57 kilometres of coastline, 40 golf courses and six
major theme parks.
These statistics translate into a real life wonderland, which
means a sustainable luxury market is prevalent, stretching across
all elements of business and pleasure.
Thanks to a diversification in the region's foundation of
economic prosperity, there's no need to travel to a capital city for
the very best on offer in fashion, fine wining and dining, real
estate, the arts, music and entertainment, cultural pursuits, leisure,
pampering and relaxation, education, and the list goes on and on.
In fact, choosing to holiday or live within the city limits has
untold advantages – just ask anyone soaking up the sunshine on
a morning walk - or indeed a moonlight evening stroll - along the
almost-endless stretch of walkways through parks with
beachfront views, or sophisticated cityscape stretching out into
the suburbs.
Just take a look at Millionaires Row as locals call it, otherwise
famously known as Hedges Avenue at Mermaid Beach, with every
few metres dishing out a new mansion creating some of the
boldest and most exclusive real estate imagery in the country.
Stunning architecture is found throughout the Gold Coast,
where there are choices of beachfront, canal front, valley acreage
and spectacular panoramic views … not only from the hinterland
ranges and hilltop suburbs, but from the magnificent high rises
sprouting up to create the world-famous coastal skyline.
There's the globally famous Q1 – the world's highest
residential building at 80 floors - towering over all other buildings
that comprise the popular 'glitter strip', bringing with its height a
character of superiority in luxury apartment living, and boasting a
viewing deck 230 metres into the sky.
Or closer to the ground there are world-class hotels such as
Palazzo Versace, which offers hotel stays and condo living for the
rich, famous and successful, or the uber-chic accommodation of
the likes of the Sheraton Mirage with absolute beachfront, and the
Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort with its own tropical fish-filled
swimming and snorkelling lagoon.
Such a vibrant infrastructure brings with it all the freedoms of
a culture bathed in the notion to enjoy life to its fullest, and soak
up the style whilst doing so
whats on
'The Gold Coast… a shiningexample of all that is glamorous'
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Get Ready to feelthe heat...
A three-day SuperCarnivale of
entertainment Friday 22nd October –
Sunday 24th October,
The Armor All Gold Coast 600, the V8
Supercar Championship Series component as
part of the SuperCarnivale which will take in
the 18 international drivers and 16 Artists that
will play across three big nights at Broadwater
Parklands, as well as massively reduced ticket
prices compared to last year.
Major artists performing each night
include Empire of the Sun, London DJ Ian
Carey from the Ministry of Sound, Kid Kenobe
and MC Shureshock, Richard Clapton, Hook N
Sling, the Baby Animals, Sneaky Sound
System, Funkoars, Static Revenger featuring
Luciana, James Reyne, Mondo Rock, The
Angels, The Potbelleez, Noiseworks and The
Only. They will perform Friday, Saturday and
Sunday nights in a massive line-up of
Australian and international artists just 600m
from the circuit precinct.
People can access the entire weekend
including the racing, on-track entertainment
and every concert for as little as $136.
The emphasis on families has meant a total
redesign of the circuit, cheaper and more
grandstand seat options, with most covered,
the clearing out of Macintosh Island Park for
all new family and alcohol free zones, new
general admission areas and easier access
around the circuit.
Tickets for the Armor All Gold Coast 600
can be purchased from Ticketek.com.au.
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Laze in the lush riverside
gardens of South Bank, then
browse the markets and swim
in its lagoon. Bike ride in the City
Botanic Gardens and abseil the cliffs
of Kangaroo Point. Glide down the
river on a majestic paddlesteamer or
take a high-speed ferry to vibrant
inner-city villages like Bulimba and
New Farm. Glide down the river and
relax in the gardens
Bike ride beneath macadamia
trees and mangroves in the City
Botanic Gardens or roller blade over
a floating walkway. Then cruise down
the river in a wooden paddlesteamer,
spotting pelicans and eastern water
dragons. Laze or picnic under the
palms on South Bank’s 17 hectares of
riverside gardens.
Some of the highlights of things
to do in Brisbane.....
Soak up culture and architecture
See the skeleton of a Queensland
dinosaur in the Queensland Museum
and the work of famous Australian
artists in the Queensland Art Gallery.
Both sit in the sprawling Queensland
Cultural Centre on South Bank. At
night, visit the dress circle of the
Queensland Performing Arts Centre
or catch a show by the Queensland
Ballet, Opera or Orchestra.
Embrace adventure
Abseil or rock climb the Kangaroo
Point Cliffs at sunrise or at night
when the city is dancing with lights.
Climb the Story Bridge for
spectacular 360 degree views. Free
fall on a tandem sky dive or float over
the city in a hot air balloon.
Eat, drink and enjoy the urban
villages
Listen to live music, shop along
the lively outdoor mall and feast on
Chinatown dumplings in Fortitude
Valley, Brisbane’s cultural core. Next
door in New Farm, you can people
watch from trendy cafes, buy
gourmet delights from the famous
deli and picnic in the riverside
parklands. Dine in warehouse
converted restaurants and explore
the transformed industrial space of
the Powerhouse, now a buzzing
centre for the live arts.
Brisbane The key thing to do is relax...
Canoeing on the Brisbane River
Hatsu Hana Sea World Resort
Tamborine Mountain Distillery
Moda Restaurant
Grant Torren’s Boat Show
At
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people in style
THEY’RE YOUNG, SAVVY AND HAVE THEDETERMINATION, AS HELEN FLANAGAN
FOUND OUT, TO BE ENTREPRENEURS.
The magnet for Steven and Autumn Adams’ move to
Queensland in 2001 from England was weather and quality of
life. The reason was simple enough but the processes were
long and involved. Leaving flourishing careers and especially families
was traumatic.
“It was exciting yet scary, getting on the plane, not knowing what
was ahead,” recalls Steven who was 27 and worked for British
Aerospace as an airline engineer, later switching to finance, while
Autumn 22, was fast-tracking a career path with Pizza Hut in South
Hampton. “It was the biggest adventure we’d ever undertaken - even
bigger than getting married in 1998. Autumn had already teed up a job
with Pizza Hut in Brisbane but that was it. I had no idea what I was
going to do.
“Dropping everything and starting afresh was a big gamble but we
were both young, had passion and a drive to do something different. If
you don’t take chances, life will be boring.”
Living in Brisbane they thought long and hard.
Steven’s aunts and uncles owned pubs and restaurants
in the UK, he had fond memories as a teen of watching the
chefs and often pondered becoming a restaurateur.
Autumn had a thorough understanding of how
food franchises ran, they had dreams about opening
a restaurant but needed capital so they purchased
Subway franchises: “Subway was an affordable
entree into the hospitality industry and it was
also a brand going places.
“After opening Moo Moo at Broadbeach
in 2005, we sold our Subway franchises and
bought Pizza Hut franchises. Success is all
about purchasing the franchise, building
the restaurant from ground up and then
selling. Today, except for one Pizza Hut,
we are dedicated solely to Moo Moo
The Wine Bar + Grill.
“I’m very passionate about red
wine and steak and liked the idea of
opening a steak restaurant with a
twist. Not a regular
steakhouse, a
fine dining
restaurant showcasing
the best beef that’s
available.”
Recognizing that quality and provenance is paramount, Steven
learnt everything he could about beef, from behind the scenes at the
abattoirs, the variables that affect quality to dealing directly with the
producers and choosing the grades that appear on the menu.
After a new look and winning multiple awards, the creation of a
superior quality beef restaurant experience had been achieved.
Never satisfied with sitting on their laurels, Steven and Autumn
began researching for a location for a second restaurant, when out of
the blue came calls from both Stamford and Starwood Hotel
executives inviting them to take over the former Siggi’s at the
Stamford Plaza in Brisbane, which had been there for 22 years and the
Steakhouse Bar + Grill at the Westin Resort & Spa on Fiji’s Denarau
Island, a fixture for more than 36 years.
Stunned and flattered they found out that it was the silverware on
the mantle piece – the many awards, plus of course the successful
owners that had attracted the main interest. The Moo Moo brand was
considered a perfect fit with the hotels’ images plus Steven and
Autumn are young, dynamic and totally passionate.
“Opening our first restaurant on the Gold Coast was a huge feat but
opening the restaurant in Brisbane in a couple of weeks is the biggest
thing we’ve ever done,” say the thrilled couple who play a dual role in
all elements of the business. Steven however focuses more on the
financial, design, marketing and growth of the business and Autumn
works closely with the managers and 150 staff, which they
acknowledge are all terrific.
Steven also plays a pivotal role in the development of menus
working closely with Philip Edwards executive chef of the Gold Coast
and Fiji, and with Philip Foote in the multi million dollar refurbed
Brisbane Moo Moo.
The Mermaid Beach couple relish time away from their never-a-dull-
moment restaurant life, often joining Steven’s parents and brother
who moved to Australia several years ago and Autumn’s dad when he
visits every year. They cherish their four-footed 'kids' although sadly
they recently lost the love of their life Basil, who came out with them
from the UK with Lucy who went to the big kennel in the sky in 2006.
Lucy two, another beautiful cream Labrador then joined the family and
baby Basil, a bouncy Rottweiler pup is the latest addition.
“We want Brisbane to take off and be as successful as our
Broadbeach restaurant and we’d love both restaurants to be
recognised as two of the top restaurants in Queensland and Australia,”
says a proud Steven. “And in ten year’s time hopefully we’ll be in
Sydney or Melbourne running a boutique restaurant group. Autumn
and I would remain hands-on overseeing everything so as to maintain
quality and consistency. We’ll continue to enjoy good times in Fiji and
who knows, there may be other Starwood hotels where Moo Moo fits
the bill.”
Moo-ving towards a
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Stunned and flattered they found out that itwas the silverware on the mantle piece – themany awards, plus of course the successful
owners that had attracted the main interest “”
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Basil the Rottweiler, Autumn, Steve and Lucy the Labrador
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There's always afew surprises instore on the
RosemountAustralian FashionWeek catwalk,reports fashioneditor Rachel Syers,who takes Stylereaders to the frontrow at Sydney'sCircular Quay for ataste of trends on theirway this coming Spring/Summer.
Aside from the obligatory air-kissing, towering heeled boots,celebrity spotting and theexcitement in the eyes of theglamour pusses that almost out-sparkled their VIP champagne
flutes, all attention was onthe runways at Rosemount
Australian Fashion Week forits 15th anniversary.
From the fierce futuristic resortpieces of fashion week veteranZimmermann, to the fun and
frivolity of fresh emerging labels suchas Miss Unkon, the feast of designer
diversity never fails to astound.It's the week where some daring
creations can fail to secure any retailinterest, whereas other fresh ideas arepicked up as key looks set to appear in
stores in the coming months ready toignite a new trend for stylistas to
cherish and clamber after.Here's a selection of some hot new looks
on their way to us for the comingSpring/Summer season ...
Flirty frillsMiss Unkon - Multi-frillHello Cupcake off-the-shoulder dress in peachy,worn with Sportsgirl shoes.Photo: Nelson, Nellypro Photography.
Catwalkchic...
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Colour and lengthLisa Ho - Blue
Gravity print silkjersey long gown
Stocked at Lisa Ho,Wintergarden
Feminine tailoringLittle Joe Woman -'Rockafella' cottonblazer in gardenia,'Marrakech' beadedkaftan tunic ingardenia, 'UnionSquare' pant ingardenia, 'Chingy' coinbelt in caviar withJimmy Choo Zoom heelStocked at Little Joe,Marina Mirage
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A change in season canbe a challenge to keepyour hair healthy.
But with so many hair care advances, Autumn/Winter can
be your time to shine.
Don't be shy in taking advantage of expert knowledge
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International Hair Society Award winner and Schwarzkopf
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give the hair a dose of nutrients.
“Because it's an all-natural product we believe it's so much
kinder on the hair so we use it every day on clients because we
are really into organic products here,” says Meg, who has joined
the team at Coupe salon, Nobby Beach.
As for trends this Autumn/Winter, Meg says texture is the
key, 'whether it be a softly textured updo or movement within
the hair'.
“Muddling is also big – that involves muddling colours no
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their colours blend between a shade and half a shade, so as to
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We hear you've been nominated for your first ASTRA award for
Favourite Personality? “I've got a four billion-to-one chance of winning
because I'm up against 'Saint Sarah Murdoch', the pride of Australia, and the
legendary Bill Collins and Jimmy Barnes and Ruby Rose (as well as Brendan
Moar, Andrew Winter and Danny Clayton) so ... actually make that seven
billion-to-one.
It's' really nice, a bit of fun – it's not my day job so it's really lovely to know
that I'm even considered in that company.”
How do you balance your television commitments and other
pursuits, on top of your design work? ’There's an old saying – 'if you
want to get something done, give it to a busy person'. There's a certain
momentum that you generate, so it's just scheduling – certain days of the
week I work on ready to wear, certain days on couture, a couple of days I have
to put aside for other things. We work around the shooting schedule –
sometimes we're lucky enough to shoot on weekends so it doesn't impact on
what I do during the week.”
You're not stale with your role as a judge on Australia's Next Top
Model yet? “No, it's fun a new batch of girls, a new batch of acidic comments
to be thrown out – its always off the cuff but Charlotte (Alex's fellow judge
and former model, Charlotte Dawson) is the queen of the one-liners. My
favourite part of the whole show is waiting to hear what Charlotte's going to
dish out. We've all been friends for ages and everybody has a really solid
background in the industry and we have bit of fun so, while people might
think we are acidic or nasty, it's not meant that way.”
Do you manage to find enough time to spend with your wife,
Mary, these days? “I do, we have dinner at home five or so nights a week
and look, she's the best cook in the whole world … an incredible cook – she
does this fantastic roast chicken and her traditional Greek cuisine is second to
none. On the weekend I'll cook or we'll go out or get take-out but we've
always been quite regimented like that and always make sure we eat good
food and there's always something really yummy when I get home, usually
about eight.”
Does it ground you to have that stable home life? “Yeah, Mary
grounds me and my brothers ground me. I'm in the fashion industry but I'm
not 'in it' in it. Like, I don't hang out there. I know it and I'm there all the time
and go to all the functions when I need to, but I go home to a really stable
family and really loving environment. I think people perceive me differently
because I do all this and the TV stuff, but I literally go home and in my mind,
I'm the same person I was when I was 16 and my family keep me that way.”
You've survived the fashion industry for 18 years, but how do you
feel when you see some of your long-term designer colleagues
either drop out or are forced out? “I know how hard it is to establish a
business and a brand and to make something of it and it always - for
whatever reason - I always feel really sorry for them because it's not nice
seeing anybody fall by the wayside, or taking their eye off the ball and maybe
not making the right decisions. But there are casualties in business, it could
happen to everybody – you may not foresee what's going to happen in the
future, have a few bad seasons, and it's crippling.”
At the 15th anniversary for Rosemount Australian Fashion Week
this year, you had your biggest parade ever with 1000 guests –
why? “I was just Mr Fancy Pants this year. I'm a bit driven like that. Yeah, it was
huge, sparkly, glamorous, everybody turned up. But it was fun - the people just
got a sense of joy in that. You know, I'm not ground breaking - I never have
been the one that's gonna come up with the quirky new jacket – it's not my
thing. I just want it to look gorgeous and so this year, when (marie claire editor)
Jackie Frank said 'the glamour metre went off the Richter Scale', I thought that
was perfect and it was my favourite comment.”
Do you think part of your secret to success has been not over
expanding?
Yeah, you've got to understand where we live, how many people are in
Australia, how small it has become and how people travel all the time – I've
got clients that come down to Sydney from the Gold Coast and Queensland
and Perth, but there's a whole heap of costs and extra burdens associated
with having flagship stores all over the country. It's not like I do tops and jeans
– if I did you could crank out 20 stores nationally. But I don't - I make sparkly
evening dresses and cocktail dresses – there's only so many that I ever sell in
a year, you know? So it would be more of an ego trip to do that, and I'm not
into the ego trip. Regardless of what people think, I actually am really
grounded - I've got a very strong sense of self … I don't need to see my name
up everywhere.
How important is your support of charities, such as the annual
Alex Perry Charity Gala in Brisbane for the AEIOU Foundation for
children with autism? “I'm really passionate about a lot of charities and
that one in particular just pulls at my heart strings. We are trying to open up
an AEIOU school in Sydney now. When I come up to Brisbane I visit the kids
their parents and families, and they've got such incredible spirit with a smile
on their face and they are enthusiastic and that school changes their lives …
makes those kids self-sufficient ultimately. I do another one in Sydney called
Pearls which raises money for research for women who have got toxic
placenta and high blood pressure - it kills a jumbo jet full of babies every year
worldwide. All charities are worthy, but I especially try to help those little ones
that fly under the radar and they don't get government funding. There are so
many stories that make you just go 'Oh my God!' ... it makes you feel so
fortunate and makes you think, you know what, I have a spare Saturday I can
go and help and do something for these people because they can't do
everything. Do it if you can - put $5 in somebody's tin, dig out the spare
change on the floor of your car. You may think it's like no big deal but if you
think, as a collective, it is a big deal and it does add up.
ON THE GOLD COAST TO OPEN THE NEW PRINCESS YASMIN DESIGNER SHOE & BAG BOUTIQUE AT MARINAMIRAGE, FASHION'S GOLDEN BOY AND ONE OF THE COUNTRY'S MOST POPULAR TELEVISION JUDGES, ALEX
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Necessity literally was the mother ofinvention for a Good Coastaromatherapist.
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As a qualified aromatherapist and certified infant massage instructor, she
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The products contain skin nurturing oils such as avocado, evening primrose,
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rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to soften, soothe and protect.
They are unscented because as Nadine says: “the only fragrance a mother and baby
need is each other.
“Babies under three months should have a very simple skincare routine and
shouldn’t use products containing essential oils. I created Nature Within because I
wanted products that used only natural organic ingredients, were fragrance-free
and didn’t contain essential oils. I also wanted products that listed all the
ingredients, not just a few - not just a long list of confusing, hard to pronounce
names that made me question what was actually going into or onto my children’s
bodies”.
Paediatric research has confirmed that a new born baby’s skin is five times
thinner than that of an adult, so the skin is not fully developed and able to absorb
potential irritants easily, thus prone to dryness and irritation which can lead to
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Renee Blackwell seems to have found the perfect balance in
her life as jet-setter, treasure hunter, jewellery designer and
eco-advocate, as Rachel Syers reports
She has enjoyed a global lifestyle for many years, but for
jewellery designer Renee Blackwell, a lush parcel of land
tucked away in the Sunshine Coast hinterland is now the
centre of her universe.
Just as Renee takes delight in designing her unique one-off
jewellery pieces such as French drop earrings and cocktail rings from
antique buttons, so too has she paid attention to every detail of her
home life 'off the grid', resulting in an eco-lifestyler's dream come
true.
Situated outside Maleny, Renee’s charming rural property
‘Hazelwild Retreat’ is self-sufficient in terms of energy and
water, and proudly constructed from eco-friendly materials.
Not to mention an organic garden that supplies her own
kitchen, and of course, chooks in the yard.
“Our dream was to establish an organic retreat,” says
Renee, 51, adding that her shipwright husband, Chris, built
the house himself, using resources from the undeveloped
50-acre site and local suppliers.
Given the pristine wilderness
setting, the couple took particular
care not to use timber from old
growth forests and to avoid toxic
materials. “Now, 11 years down
the path and lots of hard work
later, all of our domestic
power requirements including computers,
refrigeration and my Renee Blackwell Design
Studio,
‘Harmony House’, run off our
extensive solar system.” It’s a
natural extension to Renee's
personal approach to
design, which
includes crafting jewellery
from Australian gemstones, Swarovski crystals and exquisite found
objects such as vintage French glass buttons.
And if you think those types of treasures are hard to come by,
you're correct.
“I travel a lot for both necessity and pleasure, but it's always for
business, looking for stones and antique pieces to buy” explains
Renee, whose jewellery collections sell throughout Australia, New
Zealand, Vanuatu, the UK and US.
“The antique buttons are very difficult to source – last month I was
in Paris looking for antique pieces, and I'm about to go to New York
in a few weeks for more searching.”
Renee and her husband travel overseas around seven times each
year – this year's postcards will be from Hong Kong, Bali, Java, Paris,
New York and other parts of the US, Mexico, and 'quite a few trips
around Australia too' to source gemstones and make appearances
in-store at many of the 80 jewellery stores who keep Renee Blackwell
Design pieces. “It is a lot of travel, although we always have plenty of
fun – don't tell anybody, but we tend to have more fun than we
should,” she laughs.
Hailing from Olympia, Washington, in the United States, Renee
began designing jewellery in 1987 amongst
other pursuits – including living on a sail
boat in Mexico for five years with Chris –
before moving to Australia in 1999 to lead a
more sustainable lifestyle.
“Chris is Australian so it was easy to move
here, and being on the boat, you learn to live
as alternatively as you want off the smell of
an oily rag,” says Renee, reminiscing over how one of the biggest
lessons she learned from her sailing days was water conservation,
sometimes relying on just a cup of water a day to wash with.
Times aren't so tough now though, with the enormous solar
system they installed meaning Renee can proudly announce she
hasn't received an electricity bill in 11 years.
“We're not martyrs or flag-waving greenies, whatever that means,
but on the other hand we have worked very hard to be self-
sustainable and I'd encourage anyone to try it, to whatever extent
their lifestyle or budget affords.
“It doesn't have to be all or nothing, even if it just means growing
your own herbs on the verandah to being with.
“It was just an evolution for us – an unspoken innate sense of what
feels right.”
That 'at ease' feeling within her environs has also meant Renee
can create to her heart's content in her on-site studio, ‘Harmony
House’, a setting Renee describes as the 'most perfect and
inspirational environment in which to work'.
There she finds her inspiration from her treasure hunting trips,
bringing back pieces like vintage metal, china, bone, brass and
bronze buttons dating back to the 1800s, to set in sterling silver rings
and pendants.
“My signature, my trademark that everybody really loves, is that
every piece is individual.”
Just as unique as their creator, so it would seem.
Home is where the heart is …
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Have you admired thestyle of CarrieBradshaw from Sex &the City? Now you can walk in the labels that made the series!
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Princess Yasmin is one of the most luxurious new
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Masters of the Kitchen is an exciting new culinary event
for food lovers, chefs and home cooks. On Saturday
26th June, 2010 at the RACV Royal Pines Resort.
The Masters of the Kitchen Bite Size event will give food lovers,
chefs and home cooks the opportunity to taste what is in store
for 2011.
The Bite Size event will include a full day workshop followed by
a gala dinner. Great Australian chefs such as Cheong Liew who
has been listed as "one of the 10 hottest chefs alive" and is best
known for his years as executive chef of The Grange Restaurant
at the Hilton in Adelaide, and Daniel Ridgeway will be
conducting classes together with Brazilian chef Paulo Siqueira.
The RACV City Club's own Sommelier, Christian Maier, whose two
decades of hospitality and wine service in France, Britain and
Australia will serve him well, as he works alongside award-
winning chef Daniel Ridgeway to educate the audience on wine
appreciation. They will also introduce Sicilian food blogger and
author, Marisa Raniolo Wilkins to the Gold Coast.
Price: $185 per person Full Day Workshop
$150 per person Gala Dinner
$300 per person Full Day Workshop & Gala Dinner
Time: 8.30am – 4.30pm, Full Day Workshop
7pm – late, Gala Dinner
Dress: Black Tie
Venue: RACV Royal Pines Resort.
Bookings Please visit the website;
www.mastersofthekitchen.com.au or
phone 07 5533 2744.
GOLD BOXCHALLENGE...
The annual ACF Gold Box Challenge is renowned as being
the most challenging culinary event in the State,
consisting of teams comprising an Executive Chef, Sous
Chef, Apprentice and Maitre d. ’Teams are given a mystery “gold
box” of ingredients in the late hours of Sunday afternoon and
under extreme scrutiny from the panel of industry professional
judges, the teams must devise a menu in 1/1/2 hours and then
use every ingredient from the mystery box to create a four course menu.
The following night, they will recreate those menus in portable kitchens
placed around the ballroom, in front of more than 400 eager guests. Then
it's time to serve the courses with perfectly matched wines. All aspects of
the dinner are judged from preparation to service. Who will win this year
and break the two-year hold on the top spot by Sofitel Broadbeach's
Room81?
Make sure to book early for the dinner on Mon 28th
June at the RACV Royal Pines Resort.
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The wide range of restaurants located in the centre ensure diners
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Sea food and meet atBayside playground
The best seat in the house at the Woody
Point Seafood Grill? That’s every one when
you’re propped on the deck just metres
from the water at the Woody Point Seafood Grill, in
the Belvedere Hotel which was established in 1893.
The elegant open design complements the
stunning view south over Bramble Bay, coastal parks,
the renovated Woody Point Jetty and of course the
freshest locally caught seafood such as oysters, crabs
and prawns. Landlubbers are not forgotten.
Executive chef Steve Bestwick ex Chill Bar & Grill in
Bulimba and Mancini's in South Yarra and head chef
Glenn Bowman, ex Noosa’s famed Season and his
own Alegria, lead the kitchen brigade. The restaurant
manager Aaron Tapper, is also well known from his
time at berardo’s, Ecco, and Il Centro.
The impressively innovative menu lists the
provenance of the premium seafood and changes
daily. Share a chef’s selection entree plate and options
could include grilled Mooloolaba chilli prawns,
tomato and basil oil;
roast quail, nut rice and
minted yoghurt;
Hervey Bay scallops,
cauliflower puree,
creamed leeks with
panko crumb; and
deep fried zucchini
flower stuffed with
crab, spinach and
goats curd
Delight in mains
such as hand picked
mud crab, chilli, lemon
and rocket spaghettini;
tempura summer whiting with a Thai-style salad,
peach, peanuts, coriander and fried shallots; pan-fried
Barramundi with a macadamia nut crust, roast
pumpkin, goat’s fetta, green beans; and grilled West
Australian lobster either mornay or with lemon garlic
butter. Add tempting side dishes, desserts and artisan
cheese, all matched by a well chosen, eclectic wine
list, and even the most discerning palates will exude
excitement.
Contemporarycosmopolitan
Barcelona-born Javier Codina, captures the
essence of Catalan, French and Italian
cultures, and gilds
them with expertise gained in
some of the world’s great
restaurants including the former
Gianni’s, which he has
relaunched as Moda.
He leads the kitchen brigade,
has maintained an elegant
informality to Brisbane dining,
and offers imaginative
restaurant quality external
catering for events of all kinds.
There’s contemporary cuisine
in a peaceful atmosphere, a
cosmopolitan meeting place set
around a verdant courtyard, an
intimate oasis in the heart of the
city and the ever changing
menu focuses on fresh seafood
plus premium cuts of meats, in-
season game and free range
poultry.
There’s also adobo cooking. By
baking in fresh clay it seals in
flavour and moisture, resulting in
the most tender and aromatic
meat, currently a rack of lamb to
share. Paella aficionados will
need to diarise Friday lunch
when Javier will ensure it’s
perfect.
He and his team bake
ciabatta style bread
fresh every day,
from scratch with their
own yeast
culture. It produces an
aroma that promotes
instant hunger.
Sourcing the
freshest local produce
is crucial to Moda’s
commitment to quality, so Javier visits the markets
most mornings before daylight to select ingredients
to fuel his daily inspiration for the lunchtime Moda
Market Menu which has a choice of two courses for
$35. Choose from three mains and two desserts plus
of course, a glass of wine. Moda’s excellent side dishes,
cheese and drinks are also available to tempt those
who wish to extend their experience. Great value set
menus where seasonal produce take centre stage, are
a mainstay of European dining just like Moda in
Edward Street. It’s open for lunch from Tuesday to
Friday; and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday.
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Glenn Bowman & Stephen Bestwick
Queenslands best muddies.... Woody Point Seafood Grill
Moda’s Javier Codina
Moda’s touch of style.
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Michelin-starred chefs shine
The Hilton Brisbane Masterclass Weekend began in 1995 and is
renowned for bringing world famous chefs to Australia for the first
time including Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Nancy Silverton and
Gordon Ramsay. Also included on the program have been many great
Australian chefs as well as winemakers from around the world.
The year it will be held on 24 and 25 July and the calibre of presenters are
as per usual - exceptional.
Leading the overseas chefs are UK’s Michael Caines MBE, who has two
Michelin stars for his restaurant Gidleigh Park in Devon; Susur Lee from
Toronto, named as one of the top ten chefs of the Millennium alongside
Pierre Gagnaire and Ferran Adria; and well known master baker and author
Peter Reinhart from the USA who will share his knowledge about the
intricacies of sourdough.
The Hilton Brisbane will be a hive of activity and excitement with presentations
including Queensland seafood, cocktails, chocolate and pastry and the blending
of spices; Nino Zoccali from Pendolino Restaurant in Sydney
will show the many and varied uses of pork in the
Italian kitchen; and whether your preference
is for Thai, Chinese, Indian or Vietnamese
cuisine, there will be no shortage of
choices. Learn, taste and sip your way
through six hours each day in the
company of the best chefs and winemakers
and leave with a heightened awareness of the
finer things in life.
The wine sessions this year have some outstanding presenters including a trio
of women who are well recognised for their talent. Louisa Rose from Yalumba,
Helen Masters from Ata Rangi and Clare Halloran from Tarra Warra Estate are
certain to confirm their status at the top with a not-to-be-missed tasting. Also
included in the Vintage Room will be Michael Dhillon from Bindi Wines and Iain
Riggs from Brokenwood with a retrospective tasting of Graveyard Shiraz.
Champagne is always a popular topic. Bernadette O’Shea and Peter Bourne will
present nine champagnes with matching canapés prepared by PJ McMillan.
Adriano Zumbo, creator of the pastry challenges for contestants in the 2009
Masterchef series, will have fans begging for more of his delicious cakes and
pastries and have goody bags for attendees to take home.
Thomas Schnetzler was such a hit in 2008, he returns to
show off his wizardry with Lindt chocolates offering
an amazing selection of petit fours plus a take
home gift bag.
Spanish wine has risen in popularity and
Christopher Cannan will present a tasting
of the Emilio Lustau range of sherries. Scott
Wasley, a major importer of Spanish wine will
offer an extensive tasting of many varietals and
explain what tapas to eat with which wines.
Hilton Hotels hosts a room where each of the lead presenters is from a Hilton
property in the Asia Pacific region including Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Cairns, Sydney
and Auckland.
Bookings are essential for the Masterclass Weekend and Hilton Brisbane has
special accommodation packages available at hilton.com/brisbaneoffers.
All sessions at the Masterclass Weekend include morning and afternoon tea
and lunch, session tastings, a Masterclass Weekend bag and book.
For full program details visit: www.qldmasterclass.com
Moo Moo The Wine Bar +Grill at The Port Office
After months spent searching for the perfectperson to be the Executive Chef at theirnew Brisbane restaurant, Steven &
Autumn Adams from Moo Moo The Wine Bar +Grill are pleased to announce that they haveappointed Philip Foote to this role.
Philip who was the Executive Chef at Siggi’s Restaurant prior to
the restaurant closing in February, will remain in familiar
surrounds to head up the Moo Moo kitchen.
Philip joins Moo Moo with over fifteen years of experience in all aspects of
cooking. He has worked in and consulted to a number of well known restaurants
around South-east Queensland including Tables of Toowong, Horizons at
Sheraton Mirage on the Gold Coast, Ellmos Restaurant on the Sunshine Coast
and Joseph Alexander’s in Brisbane.
On appointing Philip, Steven said he was extremely impressed by Philip’s talent
and experience, and was very pleased to be able to
have him on board.
“Philip not only joins us as a qualified and well
respected Executive Chef, he is also a fully qualified
butcher who has been trained by a German master in
the art of Charcuterie.
“His thorough knowledge and understanding of the
preparation of beef, and the process for dry-aging and
preserving meats is definitely an asset to Moo Moo,”
said Steven.
“We look forward to working with Philip to expand
the Moo Moo brand into Brisbane and are pleased to be
giving diners in Brisbane the opportunity to continue enjoying his fabulous
food,” he said.
A multi-million dollar refurbishment of the site is currently taking place and
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill at The Port Office will be open early June.
For more information on Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill visit
www.moomoorestaurant.com.
BernadetteO’Shea and
Peter Bournewill present
ninechampagnes
withmatchingcanapés
prepared byPJ McMillan
Autumn & Steven Adams
Susur Lee Michael Caines Bernadette O’Shea
Hilton Masterclass... Brisbane style
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luxurydining
The Gold Coast is full ofdining possibilities.
The Gold Coast is betterknown for its attractions -both natural and man-
made - than its varied diningoptions.
Our many fine restaurants areoften overlooked by national foodwriters, who seem to think that apredominantly tourist based areacouldn't possibly offer fine diningcommensurate with the southernStates.
How wrong they are.Our award-winning chefs and
restaurants are among the best inAustralia. It's just that we don'thave the time to garner therecognition of others. Our chefsare too busy creating culinarymasterpieces.
Make the time to venture out ofyour comfort zone. Don't just dinein the same area - same restaurant- every time you want to enjoylunch or dinner. It is wonderful tosupport your favourite restaurantor café - but you can also beadventurous - try somewherenew.
Take the time to visit anothersuburb. Some of the bestrestaurants are hidden away inlocal suburbs. Ask your friends andacquaintances to tell you abouttheir favourite restaurant.
It's all about destination dining.There are so many wonderfulpossibilities out there. So manyluscious surprises to find. So manynew tastes to enjoy and share withfriends and relatives.
The Gold Coast is full of excitingdining possibilities tailored to allbudgets. Why not be a little moreadventurous in 2010.
Marina MirageWith its close proximity tointernational hotels, apartmentbuildings, the newly refurbishedMarina Mirage shopping centre, inSea World Drive Main Beach is aperfect shopping and diningprecinct as well as several top classrestaurants - including OmerosBros, Ristorante Fellini, Glass, Saksand chocolate heaven - MaxBrenner, Marina Mirage is a mustvisit destination.Next door you'll find the 6-starPalazzo Versace with its fine diningoptions; across the road theSheraton Mirage smorgasbord isknown worldwide, and just downthe road is the popular Sea WorldResort. All three offering finerestaurants and exciting dinningoptions for the holidaymaker orlocal.
Tedder AvenueOften referred to as the Hastings
Street of the Gold Coast, TedderAvenue in Main Beach is a meccafor those wishing to dine and beseen. With an impressive range ofdining options to suit everybudget - from friendly casual cafes,bakery, delicatessen, fruit shop.Recommended dining, Chill &Bahia for starters then eat yourway down the street.Surfers ParadiseThe heart of the Gold Coast touristregion, where tourists love tocongregate and experience all the
fun and excitement our sun andsurf culture. With restaurants andcafes featuring almost everyethnic background, whetheryou're searching for Chinese,Japanese, Indian, Turkish, Italian,Greek, a good Aussie steak or Thainoodles, Surfers Paradise has therestaurant for you. At night thetown comes alive with a myriad ofnightclubs beckoning the youngand energetic.BroadbeachIn the heart of the prime touristregion of the Gold Coast,Broadbeach boasts an impressivearray of dining options and latenight entertainment. Popular withfamilies on a budget, many of thecafes and pizza parlours etc offerearly-bird dining specials. TheOasis Shopping Centre offers averitable Aladdin's cave ofshopping options for all tastes.Try Moo Moo for a fantastic steakor Lauxes for a true diningexperience.Sanctuary Cove/HopeIslandThe marine village atmosphere ofSanctuary Cove beckons thoselooking for quality food in apicturesque waterfrontsurrounding. Restaurants such asGeorges Paragon draw diners fromfar afield. The village also offers avast array of boutiques, jewellery,antiques and art galleries totantalise those wishing to whileaway the hours in pursuit ofearthly desires. In May the village ishome to the annual SanctuaryCove International Boat Show,where those with desires a littlemore nautical can gain their fill ofluxury craft.Paradise PointOne of the Gold Coast's mostintrinsic areas. Once a sleepysuburb with an olderdemographic, offering Broadwaterviews, calm water swimming areaand foreshore parks; the area nowabounds with busy cafes, variedshopping opportunities and new
residents, The once quiet setting isnow bordered by multi-milliondollar island homes, but stillexudes the perfect feel for lazy daydreams and long, long lunches.Robina Town CentreIn the centre of one of the GoldCoast's largest suburbs sits one ofthe region's largest shoppingcomplexes, with its lakeside diningprecinct featuring restaurantsoffering wonderful al fresco diningfacilities. You will need a day totake in all the shops and decide onwhich restaurant to choose. Burleigh HeadsAn area renowned for its fantasticsurf breaks and uninterruptedbeach views. Lots of shopping anddining options available for thosewishing to picnic in the parkbeside the exotic breaking waves.For those looking for a fine diningoptions well there are plenty,check out Oscars on the Beach forfabulous seafood and the bestview in Australia.Tamborine MountainPerched high above the GoldCoast, Tamborine Mountain luresvisitors away from the beaches toexperience the 'Green behind theGold'. The tiny townships is hometo a myriad of fine art galleries,studios, wineries and cafes. Thenewly opened Witches Chase atthe end of Long Road is a mustvisit, with award-winning chefLaurence Griffen tantalising dinerswith his talents in the LiquidAmber restaurant. International HotelsThe Gold Coast is home to atraveller's smorgasbord of prestigehotels and apartment buildings,most offering fine dining choicesand signature restaurants. Withnames that are recognised all overthe world, Marriott, Sheraton,Versace, Holiday Inn, the newlybranded RACV Royal Pines Resortand not to forget Conrad JupitersCasino at Broadbeach for amultitude of dining options.
dining precincts
RACV Royal Pines Resortfantastic desserts
For a sweet taste of the sea - a new Coffin Bay Oyster- harvested at only 6 months old
Culinary adventures...
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With Luxury Style now distributed to even more 4, 5 &6 star hotels and accommodation outlets, plus all ourregular outlets, there will more hungry diners willing
to experience your cuisine than ever before.
Give us a call a we can discuss dining reviews and other ways topromote your food.
Design nDine
Catering & Cooking Classes
Mediterranean & Middle East
Cuisine Classes
Cooking classes consist of a mix of both hands on and demonstration. There arerecipe booklets and an opportunity to taste everything that is cooked. Learn whichspices and flavors accompany foods, where to buy fresh produce in season andhow to make your meals simple and easy. So whether a beginner or experienced
cook, come along and enjoy an informal evening that is fun, social and will tantalizethose taste buds as you embark on the journey to distant lands rich in exotic tastes.
Classes held monthly - check our website www.designndine.com.au - Phone 0416 263 103
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Hope Island CentralTel: 07 5530 8111Shop 4/340 Hope Island Rd. Hope Island
Emerald Lakes Town CentreTel: 07 5594 5050Shop 6/3027 The Boulevard, Carrara
Licenced. Byo Wine Only. Open 7 days a week, 365 days
All you can eat* Buffet - Hope Island CentralWednesday Night (5-9pm) = $29.95 pp / Sunday Lunch = $19.99 pp
All you can eat* Buffet - Emerald LakesTuesday Night (5-9pm) = $29.95 pp / Sunday Lunch = $19.99 pp
Dine In / Takeaway / Home Delivery*
*all you can eat applies to buffet only.
“Experience our Night Buffet and treat yoursenses to the authentic taste of India”
Warm al fresco dining atRandhawas...
Forget the chill in the air, it is the perfect time to visit Talwinder and
Nina Randhawa's - Randhawa's Indian Cuisine at Hope Island Central, to
savour Indian and Asian delights, while enjoying inside or balcony
dining under the warming heat of the reflective gas heaters.
The large, modern L-shaped restaurant easily seats 150 diners, and
has become a favourite dining destination for groups, families and
parties. And, the introduction of their Wednesday Night Buffet has been
extremely popular with diners.
The huge menu offers a wide, selection of classic north Indian dishes,
as well as many Asian favourites, vegetarian and Halal options. Most
diners choose to share their dishes so that they can try an assortment
of varied tastes, textures and spices.
All the favourites appear, butter chicken, beef vindaloo, beef Madras,
tandoor cooked breads, saffron rice, accompaniments and much, much
more. The friendly staff are eager to assist with menu suggestions, and
offer diners the choice of mild, medium or hot for curries.
Their home delivery and take away services are also popular in the
local upmarket estates for those in a hurry.
Everyone loves the rich and complex flavours of
true Indian cuisine with its wild aromatic nuances
and subtle spicy overtones.
A new restaurant in Main Beach, GOA Indian Fusion, is now adding a new twist
to an old favourite by adding a modern fusion element to Indian food.
Max Singh, son of local restaurateur and food identity Pushpinder Singh and his
wife Karla from multi-award-winning Oberoi Taj Restaurant in Broadbeach, has
opened the family's new restaurant in the heart of Main Beach.
GOA offers mouthwatering, home-style Indian taste sensations for lovers of fine
Indian cuisine, something missing from the Main Beach area for far too long.
Max and his wife Lena have created a modern, stylish venue that is breaking the
misconception that all Indian meals end with the tongue on fire and eyes full of
tears. Their extensive menu's dishes offer a contemporary edge - showcasing
the presentation as much as the flavours. Their menu will change frequently, to
include some well-known and popular Indian favourites, but their primary
emphasis is on introducing some rare, unique recipes and blends, that are
chosen from the Royal households of India and not widely known to the
western world.
Menu stand-outs when we dined were the whole glazed snapper with Indian
spices - cardamom, coriander and fennel seeds; chef's platter for one; glazed
tandoori chicken with cream, ginger, cardamom, crushed almonds & green chili
served with spiced potato wedges; Goat Patiala sauteed with ginger, onion and
garlic in a Punjabi masala sauce.
The restaurant also offers banquet options for all occasions, vegetarian and
vegan options; gluten-free and Halal cuisine is also available. GOA Indian Fusion
also offers an upper level private dining area for weddings, anniversaries,
corporate functions or get togethers. This venue offers several seating or
cocktail party facilities. Think Bollywood weddings and themed dining for your
next function.
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SUBTLE SPICE ANDLINGERING FLAVOUR
White wine poachedWilliams’ Pears &baked Ricotta
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Preparation time: 15 minutes; Pre heat oven
to 180C or 160C fan forced
Cooking time: 60 minutes
Serves 4Ingredients400g Williams’ pears, trimmed, cored and
peeled
120g Australian floral or Yellow Box honey
(approximately 3 tablespoons)
2 cups water
? cup dry white wine
1 good pinch saffron threads (around 20)
5 Cardamom pods
8 cloves
1 cinnamon quill (approximately 10cms long)
2 X 250g low-fat Ricotta (I used Perfect
Italiano Ricotta Smooth light)
Method:Slice the pears into wedges.
Put the honey, water, wine, saffron,
cardamom, cloves and cinnamon into a
saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the pear wedges to the cooking liquid
and simmer for 20 minutes or until the pears
are soft but not mushy.
Strain the pears and return the cooking liquid
to the saucepan and reduce in volume (by
simmering) to 3/4 cup.Cool.
Meanwhile, tip the ricotta onto a baking
paper lined tray and cook for 60 minutes -
when finished cooking (the ricotta will be set
and only lightly browned), remove and cool.
To serve: cut baked Ricotta into quarters or
spoon into desired shapes – place in the
middle of individual plates and equally divide
the pear wedges over or around them.
Spoon over the reduced cooking liquid.
N.B. To get the ricotta to slip out of the tub
easily, simply put a small slash into the
bottom of the tub – this lets the air out and
stops the suction which inhibits the cheese
slipping out.
Food explorer Maeve O’Meara is joined by
legendary Melbourne chef Guy
Grossi from Grossi Florentino and Mirka at Tolarno, in
SBS’s next 13 part Food Safari series, aptly called Italian
Food Safari.
It’s a celebration of the incredible breadth and hard
work of the Italians who settled in Australia over a
generation ago and have maintained their food
ethnicity. Mercifully, they’ve shared their culture and
food and Australians have totally embraced everything
from classic dishes to the most rustic home-style food.
Spend time with Australia’s top Italian chefs and
producers from concrete backyards full of abundant
tomato and basil plants, cosy home kitchens where
masterpieces are whipped up, elegant restaurants filled
with delicious cooking aromas, specialist providores,
extensive delis, bakeries, cheese-makers and
pasticcerias.
Share in the traditions of making tomato sauces and
sausages, olive curing, cheese-making, revered recipes
and kitchen wisdom from Armando
Percuocco, Lucio Galletto, Stefano Manfredi, Robert
Castellani, Stefano Di Pieri, Maurizio Esposito, rising stars
Nino Zoccali and Eugenio Maiale, Giovanni Pilu, Pietro
Porcu, Vanessa Martin, Alessandro Pavoni, Patrizia
Simone, Rosa Matto, Rosa Mitchell and of course Guy
Grossi’s family’s favourites.
Producers include butcher Vince Garreffa, winemaker
and olive oil blender Joe Grilli, baker Daniel Chirico and
fishermen from around the coast.
Italian Food Safari on Thursdays at 7.30pm on
SBSONE.
Italian Food Safari
Maeve O’Meara and Guy Grossi
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Directions: From Brisbane Take the South Beenleigh exit and follow the signs toBeaudesert bypassing Beenleigh CBD. Follow the road - a scenic 20 minutes drive - andlook for the Mount Tamborine sign at the bottom of the hill. The sign also shows theBearded Dragon. Drive up the Tamborine Mountain Road passing Thunderbird Parkcontinuing along until a left hand turn will put you onto Eagle Heights Rd.
Follow Eagle Heights road until you reach a roundabout look right and you can’t miss us.From the Gold Coast Take Exit 57 Oxenford - Mount Tamborine from the mainhighway (Motorway 1).Follow the road to the top of the mountain and turn right at theroundabout (Gallery Walk). Follow this road (Gallery Walk) until you reach the end. Lookfor the red wood building on the hill. You can’t miss us.
Mount Tamborine Brewery - savour the tastesof pure gold....
Welcome to MT Brewery, the perfect place forunwinding and catching up with friends and
family, while sampling the nationally-acclaimedquality beers this crafty brewery has on offer. The unique beer tasting experience consists of
a tray of four freshly brewed beers for just $10 pertray – representing crisp value and showcasingfour different beers from the multi-award winningmenu.Diverse samples include MT Breweryʼs flagship
0909 Cuvee Belgian Blonde, St Bridget a Dubbelstyle Belgian Beauty at 7.2 per cent , the 3.3 percent full hopped Moderation Pale Ale andMountain Bitter which carries light caramelflavours and a firm and quenching bitterness. Mt Brewery is quickly becoming one of Mount
Tamborineʼs hottest spots to unwind, with award-winning ambers hitting the taste buds andquenching the thirst of hundreds of beerconnoisseurs on the weekend and daily trips upthe mountain. A visit to the brewery
ensures a completesensory experience as yourelax and gaze out acrosspicturesque views whileexploring the tastes of topquality craft beer, whilelistening to live bands performin the beer garden outside.
Witches Chase Cheese Company announceCHEESE MAKING WORKSHOP
Imagine nurturing a talent where you couldbecome the ultimate host by making your own
array of tasty cheeses.The multi-award winning cheese making
factory is hosting its next cheese makingworkshop at the popular MT Brewery on July 24-25.
The Mount Tamborine cheese company isquickly becoming one of the top gourmetexperiences on the Gold Coast, with specialtyhandmade cheeses drawing expanding crowdseach week.
Customers will have the unique opportunity tolearn trade secrets from experienced cheesemaker and educator Carol Wilson.
The cheese specialist has made the journeyfrom the dairy rich pastures of Victoria, bringingwith her a wealth of knowledge, skill andexperience.
“This is a chance for people to come andexperience the joy of producing regionalcheeses and the satisfactionthat comes with knowing youhave made something trulyunique,” said Ms Wilson.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIALcall 5545 2032 to book yourfriends in for a wonderful day.
Head chefLawrenceGriffen
beer, cheese and superb
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Enquiries & bookings phone (07) 5545 2032 165-185 Long Road, North Tamborine Qld, Australia [email protected] www.witcheschasecheese.com.au
Open 10am-4pm Seven Days a week. (at the old Fuchsia flower farm at the southern end of Gallery Walk).weddings - corporate events - large landscaped grounds - cooking & cheese making classes
Liquid Amber Restaurant serving up a feast for the senses
With its relaxing atmosphere and breathtaking views across MtTamborine, Liquid Amber Bistro & Grill is attracting food
connoisseurs looking for a unique dining experience at one of themost picturesque locations on the Gold Coast hinterland.A modern eco-friendly bistro offering a menu designed as a feast
for the senses, Liquid Amber caters to a diverse market fromexperienced foodies to local families and tourists. Using fresh local produce and ingredients, the delectable menu
reflects the passion, knowledge and fine food experience by headchef Laurence Griffen.Chef Griffen’s specialties include decadent starter dishes such as
Zucchini flowers filled with goats curd from Witches Chase CheeseCo, served upon a bed of roasted pumpkin, pine nuts and spinach.From the grill, sample mouth watering steak such as the 350g Rib
Eye, or for the seafood enthusiast, fresh local Moreton Bay bugs andTiger Prawns from Stradbroke Island.Delicious desserts include dishes such as Goat Cheese
Cheesecake.“It is the enjoyment of producing top quality, fresh food that is my
true passion,” said Laurence.Liquid Amber is the brainchild of husband and wife team Andre
and Meredith Morris.“We believe that
true passion,quality ingredientsand asophisticatedambience arewhat has turned
our bistro into such apopular sensoryexperience,” saysAndre. “Liquid Amber is a
bistro enjoyed by allwalks of lifecomplemented by the MT Brewery beer garden and the WitchesChase cheese-making factory also on the premises.”Patrons can enjoy a cheese tasting at Witches Chase Cheese Co or
sample an assortment of multi-award winning quality craft beer,brewed on premise before enjoying a relaxing and delicious lunch ordinner.“With its relaxing ambience the mountain has a lot to offer our locals
and visitors. It's a chance for people to see how we do things here.At the Liquid Amber Bistro and Grill we are passionate about ourfood, and our diners are too. The Bistro offers a relaxed diningexperience perfect for families and foodies alike”
A unique combination of nature,exquisite food and pure indulgence.
Open seven days, 10am until 5pmand late on Friday’s andSaturday’s. To make a reservationplease call (07) 5545 2032 or visitwww.mtbeer.com.
food... the chase is over!
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Plate Smash exposescalorie overload...We are so used to eating ever-increasing quantities of food
that we haven’t noticed how many extra calories we are
overloading on our plates, according to dietitian and
author of Portion Perfection - A visual weight control plan
by Amanda Clark.
The number of calories per serving in classic recipes cooked at home has
increased by nearly 40 percent in the past 70 years. This is the finding of a recent
study that reveals the trend of growing portion sizes in numerous cookbooks.
“A calorie increase of 40 percent per serving is sizeable, because a rise of just 10
percent is enough to result in weight gain,” said Australian dietitian Amanda Clark.
The author has developed a HYPERLINK
"http://www.portionperfection.com.au/platesmash/"new e-game called Plate
Smash as a visual tool to show adults and teenagers how much is right to eat
for lunch. The game features an animated angel, who helps you choose the
foods and drinks you want, but if you go into calorie overload based on your
age, gender and weight loss goals, your plate smashes.
“I believe most people would like to eat the right amount, if only they
knew what that was. The Plate Smash game makes you stop and think about
how many calories you are putting on your plate for one meal,” said Mrs Clark.
The game was also designed for parents, who want to learn the right
quantities of various foods their active or inactive teenagers devour for lunch,
including pizza, sushi, sandwiches, meat pies, French fries and chicken nuggets.
“If parents and teens know their calorie limits, this could help prevent and
manage rising obesity in young people,” she said.
“Latest research shows the best way to lose weight is to eat what you want and
get into the habit of limiting your portion sizes.”
“Reduced-calorie diets result in meaningful weight loss if you stick with them,
regardless of whether they are low-fat, low-carb or high-protein.”
“If you focus on eating the perfect portions, you can eat the foods you like,
including the occasional treats. This means you won’t feel deprived and can stick
to a healthy way of eating for life,” said Mrs Clark.
Amanda’s book Portion Perfection features hundreds of photographs of
popular foods and drinks to graphically show how much is right to eat for adults,
teens and children.
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Sweet as analmond
The delicately flavoured and versatile
almond, available throughout the year,
makes a healthy and tasty addition to
sweet and savoury dishes.
Desiccated almonds were found in
the tomb of Tutankhamen (c. 1325 BC).
The middle sized tree is native to the
Middle East and bears fragrant pink
and white flowers. Like its cousins, the
peach, cherry and apricot, the almond
tree bears fruits with stone-like seeds
(or pits) within. The seed of the almond
fruit is what is referred to as the
almond nut.
The fruit of the almond is not a true
nut, but a drupe, which consists of an
outer hull and a hard shell with the
seed (nut) inside.
Almonds contain about 26 per cent
carbohydrates and may be made into
flour for cakes and biscuits for those on
low-carbohydrate diets or suffer
diabetes. It is a popular ingredient in
place of wheat flour for gluten-
sensitive people.
They are a rich source of vitamin E,
containing 24 mg per 100 grams and
are also rich in monounsaturated fat,
one of the two ‘good’ fats responsible
for lowering LDL cholesterol.
Claimed health benefits include
improved complexion, improved
movement of food through the colon
and prevention of cancer. Recent
research associates the inclusion of
almonds in the diet with elevating the
blood levels of high density
lipoproteins and of lowering the levels
of low density lipoproteins.
Almond orchards across Australia
from McLaren Vale and the Riverland
in South Australia, to the Sunraysia
district in Victoria and the Riverina
region in NSW have been alive with
activity as growers harvest this year’s
crop which is set to be a significant
improvement on last year.
The harvest occurs when the kernel
is at an acceptable moisture level,
ideally lower than six per cent. The
kernel of the fruit splits its green outer
coating to reveal the brown husk
within.
The orchard floors are cleared of
large weeds and swept of all foreign
material. Shakers are used to vibrate
the tree trunk, so that the husks, shells
and nuts inside fall to the orchard floor.
After drying, they are swept into rows
and picked up ready for storage. They
will be in-store by April.
Almonds go with trout, chicken,
stone fruit, quinces, dried fruit, honey,
chocolate and vanilla.
Almond,fennel andorange saladIngredients:½ cup whole almonds
2 tbs white balsamic vinegar
4 tbs olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 cup of flat leaf parsley
2 fennel bulbs, sliced extra thinly
2 sweet oranges, peeled and
segmented
salt and pepper to taste
Method:To make dressing, place vinegar, oil
and mustard in a mixing jar and shake
to combine. Toss fennel, orange
segments, parsley and almonds in a
large mixing bowl. Drizzle dressing
over combined ingredients and add
salt and pepper to taste. Serve
immediately.
Almond datepanaforteIngredients:200g of good quality couverture (dark)
chocolate finely chopped
200g honey
200g packet (2 cups) natural almonds,
chopped roughly
1 cup pitted dates, roughly chopped
50g sultanas, chopped
50g dried apricots, chopped
8 red glace cherries, roughly chopped
1 ½ cups plain flour
½ cup cocoa
Icing sugar to sprinkle over the top
Method:Preheat oven 180 degrees Celsius.
Gently heat chocolate in bowl over
pan of barely simmering water until
melted. Simmer for another 2 minutes
stirring gently. Slowly add the honey,
combine and stir well. Remove, set
aside.
Combine flour and cocoa in large
bowl and mix together. Add the
almonds, all the dried fruit and the
cherries and combine well. Pour the
chocolate and honey over the dry
ingredients. Mix quickly until well
combined.
Using wet hands, press mixture into
greased and lined 18 x 28 x 2.5cm
deep slice pan. Bake on middle shelf
for 15 minutes (fan-forced) 20 minutes
(conventional) ONLY. The Panaforte
firms on cooling.
Cool thoroughly in pan, preferably
overnight. Sprinkle well with sifted
icing sugar. Cut into approx 30, about
3cm x 5cm oblong squares. Store in
airtight container between layers of
baking paper.
Cut into squares this classic naughty
but nice slice, makes 30 squares.
Shakers are used to vibrate
the tree trunk, so that the
husks, shells and nuts
inside fall to the orchard
floor.
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stylish recipes
Fresh
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The pleasure and pain from eating chilli appealsto many, others ere on the side of caution but formost, Capsicum Frutescens, remains muchmaligned and grossly misunderstood.
Chillies are believed to have
been around since 6000
BC and were brought to
the rest of the world by
Christopher Columbus. He set off
from Spain for India to bring spices
such as pepper back to his
country and not only mistook
America for India, but also mistook
chilli as black pepper. Back in Spain
it became an indispensable spice
and spread like wildfire
throughout Europe.
Seeds were subsequently taken
to North America for cultivation
and in 1906 cross breeding
produced a new variety called
Anaheim, which is blunt-nosed,
long, moderately hot and green or
reddish.
There are more than 400
different varieties of chillies in the
genus of flowering plants of the
nightshade family and the world’s
hottest is Naga Jolokia, cultivated
in the hilly terrain of Assam a small
town in India, where it was first
brought by Vasco-da-Gama. It also
found its way into Ayurveda, the
traditional Indian medical system
with properties such as
stimulating good digestion and
endorphins - a natural pain killer.
Aji from South America and one
of the hottest, is bright yellow, red,
orange, or purple. Bell peppers,
named because of their shape are
green, red, orange, yellow, purple,
brown or black and vary in taste.
Bolita are dark red, oval shaped
and very hot; Cayenne is long,
slender, a dark green colour which
matures to bright red and is
extremely pungent. Red Cayennes
are used to make chilli powder.
Habanero in Spanish means
‘the one from Havana’ although
strangely enough it is not used in
Havana but was common in
Mexico and Yucatan. Fruit is yellow,
red, or white in colour. The pods of
red Savina Habanero chilli are
considered so hot they cause
tongue blistering.
Jalapenos are oval shaped with
a thick green flesh which turns red
when ripe. Smoked and dried
they’re called ‘chipotle’.
Spanish paprika is also called
pimento chilli or cherry pepper.
The fruit is large and heart-shaped
and has sweet, aromatic and
succulent fruit. Pimentos are
extremely mild in pungency and
are stuffed in green olives.
Poblanos originated in Mexico’s
Pueblo. They are heart-shaped,
green when unripe, turn red or
brown when ripe and pungency
ranges from mild to moderate.
Closely related to the Jamaican
hot chilli and the Habanero,
Scotch Bonnet has an irregular
shape in yellow, orange, or red and
is so hot it too can cause blisters,
plus dizziness, and severe
heartburn.
Serrano is small, round with a
slight pointed at the end, is
smooth dark green when unripe
and turns scarlet red, brown,
orange, and then yellow as it
ripens and becomes highly
pungent.
In 1912, Wilbur L Scoville, a
pharmacist found a new method
to measure the pungency of the
chilli. It was known as Scoville
Organoleptic test, and unlike other
methods, it was subjective and
accurate.
Pungency depends on where
chillies are grown, the genetic
structure and the capsaicin - the
chemical compound found in the
placental tissue or white pith
which holds the seeds. Contrary to
popular belief, the seeds
themselves do not produce any
capsaicin.
On the Scoville scale, the
measurement of spicy heat
according to the capsaicin
content, the bell pepper has zero;
Serrano 4,000; Jalapeno 25,000;
Thai - 60,000; Red Savina Habanero
- 580,000; Naga Jolokia - 855,000;
and pure capsaicin fire power is a
death-defying16,000,000.
Drinking water will not relieve
mouth burn because capsaicin is
insoluble in water. Dairy products
such as yoghurt and milk are often
a relief, however a spoon of honey
is the secret weapon to putting
out the fire.
Thanks to immigration
Australia’s love affair with chillies
has no bounds and perfect
matches can be made with
chicken, beef; shellfish, noodles,
pasta, avocadoes, cucumbers,
tomatoes, lime, ginger, garlic, and
coconuts plus chocoholics will
find an ambrosial moment when
chilli is added to truffles, such as in
the easy recipe from Just Add
Spice by Lyndey Milan and Ian
Hemphill, published by Lantern,
$49.95.
Chillicardamomchocolatetruffles
The combination of chilli
and chocolate is an absolute
winner. Here we offer a very
simple way of making your
own chocolates.
Ingredients:2 small red chillies
1 cup (250 ml) pouring
cream
½ tsp ground cardamom
seeds
300g good-quality dark
couverture chocolate,
chopped or grated (or use
buttons)
2 tbs coffee liqueur, such as
Tia Maria, or espresso coffee
1–3 tbs cinnamon sugar
or cocoa powder
Method:Bruise the chillies by
crushing them with a rolling
pin or the back of a knife, but
don’t cut them. Combine the
cream, chillies and
cardamom in a small
saucepan and set aside to
infuse for 15–20 minutes.
Place over medium heat and
bring to the boil. Reduce the
heat and simmer until thick
and bubbly and the liquid
has reduced by half. Remove
from the heat and strain,
then mix with the chocolate
and liqueur or coffee. Stir
until the chocolate has
melted.
Cool in the refrigerator,
stirring occasionally, until the
mixture is thick enough to
pipe or roll. Place in a piping
bag with a star nozzle, then
squeeze into tiny patty cases
and sprinkle with 1
tablespoon cinnamon sugar
or cocoa powder.
Alternatively, spread 3
tablespoons cinnamon sugar
or cocoa powder on a plate
and drop teaspoons of the
chocolate mixture on top.
Toss to coat then quickly roll
into balls between your
palms. Return to the
refrigerator to chill before
serving.
Makes about 24.
Note: You could replace
the fresh chillies with ¼
teaspoon chilli powder and
then you would not need to
strain the mixture.
To drink: Good coffee is
great here, or with this
intensity of flavour you could
go for a liqueur muscat,
tokay, or even a port.
turn up the heat....
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Themed cupcakes the newVoila! in party decorating...
Pick a theme, wrap and top your cupcakes, and Voila! instant
party!
Boutique greeting and giftware company, Spirit Publishing, has
made it easy and even more fun than usual to theme your cupcakes
for any occasion - birthday, house warming, wedding, baby shower
or tiki party.
By Meri Meri exclusively
distributed through
Sydney based company,
Spirit, you have a choice of
24 cupcake sets from
fairies, mermaids and
pirates to Hawaiian
dancers, bride and groom
and fast cars.
Cupcake sets RRP for
$24.95 and are now
available from selected
department stores, high
end newsagencies and
speciality gift stores.
Visit
www.spiritpublishing.biz
to see the complete range and find out where you can find these
cool cupcake sets.
Nuts withflair
Australian designer,
Gillian Christie was
commissioned by the
Almond Board of Australia
to design an eye-catching
dress for the promotion of new season almonds.
The result was a stunning, sexy dress, hand sewn with
3,000 almonds, worn by model Rebecca Caulfield and
paraded through city streets.
The unveiling of the almond dress stirred a real buzz as
not only was the dress a spectacle in itself, but it is also a
great way to engage and inform the general public of the
unique taste of Australian almonds fresh from the trees
and now available in stores around the country.
Rebecca Caulfield
just for fun!
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Forget plastic bags, forget green bags, French marketbaskets have hit our shores and they’re making shoppinga little romantic again!
Imagine you are in Paris strolling down the Rue Montorgueil shopping at your
favourite food stores. You load up your French market basket with your favourite
cheese, a freshly baked baguette, organic strawberries, a lovely These baskets are
not only seriously gorgeous, they are extremely functional and practical and
environmentally beneficial too.
The Market Basket Company baskets are made to an extremely high quality. Each
one is hand-made using traditional methods, so no two are exactly alike. They are
made from strips of woven palm leaves. These strips are sewn together and the
basket built up in ‘rounds’ into the traditional triangle shape. Genuine Moroccan
leather is used to make the handles, which are firmly fixed to the basket. They are
available in both elbow length straps or longer shoulder length straps.
“Customers tell me they become very attached to these baskets,” importer Lindy
McLeod, explains, “they buy one, fall in love with it and its many uses, and end up
buying a few more. They’ve even become the gift of choice for many converts!”
Lindy first fell in love with these baskets when she was living in Europe ten years
ago. She admired the Parisian women heading home with their fruit, bread, meats
and cheeses brimming from their seriously chic shopping baskets. After buying a
few herself, Lindy realised that as well as looking great, they were extremely hard
wearing and very strong. After returning home she saw how many plastic bags
Australians
were using and
decided to share
her beloved baskets
with her fellow
Australians.
Extremely versatile, your
Market Basket Company
baskets can be used to carry
your picnic, your beach gear or
evey your gym gear. New mums will
be able to load all sorts of baby necessities in these baskets.
Prices range from $25 - $57 depending on the size and finish of the basket.
Available online from www.themarketbasketco.com.au or email
[email protected] to find a retailer near you.
Order yours today. Although they can’t promise a tall, handsome man named
Pierre or Jacques will whisk you away, they are sure you’ll feel a little more French
none the less!
add a little french romance to your shopping...
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people in style
the realPOWER housebehind the markets...
…taking the great advantages she was given growing upand turning them into adventure with “cuppa tea, hex
and a good lie down” as the family motto
THE FLAMBOYANT,TREACLY-VOICED
JAN POWER.
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Between scorching wit and an ability tolampoon anything, Helen Flanaganattempts to lift the lid on Australia’s mostoutrageous foodie - the flamboyant,treacly-voiced Jan Power.
The eaterati, artistic and chattering communities who cannot live
without farmers’ markets, would be nowhere today without the
enigmatic and energetic Jan Power. Her latest accolade, taking the
22nd spot out of the 100-strong list of Australia’s greatest gourmet travel
experiences was her Farmers Market - a well-deserved accolade and testimony
to Jan’s contribution to Queensland society and food tourism. Compiled by a
panel of experts, including Matt Moran, Maggie Beer, Jacques Reymond and
Simon Johnson, their brief on behalf of Australian Gourmet Traveller magazine
was “to decide how great an experience was, on the basis of their own opinion
or, how strongly they would advise a close friend to seek out the experience”.
Jan’s market was beaten in the list only by Australian luminaries such as
restaurants Berowra Waters, Tetsuyas, and Vue de Monde and other similarly
premium producers, providers, experiences and anything remotely connected
to food were ranked lower. An astonishing feat, given Jan’s understanding of
taste buds when she was growing up was zero.
Jan was born in Stanthorpe’s Granite Belt, was brought up on a sheep farm
near Glen Innes and boarded at the Stuartholme Covent in Brisbane. The food
was “institutionalized” and her mother was an “appalling cook who couldn’t
even make jelly”.
Jan’s father John Bergen was her greatest inspiration: “He used to say ‘Never be
a gonna. Never tell people what you're going to do until you've really got into
doing it.’ He just went out, did it and then said, ‘This is what I've done.’"
Hopes of being a vet were abandoned with the chance to accompany her
parents to India and Kasmir for six months. A nursing career at St Vincent’s
Hospital in Sydney followed.
“My father was very determined that every one of his four children would
have some certificate, and so I went to do nursing, not that I liked the idea of it,”
recalls Jan. My mother and father both agreed that it was a great way to lock
girls up with the nuns and then they'd come out with that piece of paper that
enabled them to go and do something practical.”
She steered her path towards becoming an emergency theatre sister – well
almost, instead marrying the surgeon-in-charge who whisked her away to
London for his post graduate studies. She never lifted a band-aid again.
With children Samantha and Astrid, living in the middle of London and no
knowledge of food except for making Russian toffee with condensed milk, Jan
saw an ad for debutantes and young ladies to join the three year Cordon Bleu
night-time cooking
school. Trawling the
markets soaking up the
village atmosphere and
chit-chat of producers,
and satisfying an
insatiable thirst for books
on Medieval, Bacchanalian
and Dionysian pleasures,
everything suddenly went
from back and white to
exciting full colour. Her
love affair with food and
her search for adventure and the bizarre had begun.
Eventually Jan left the marriage with "two daughters, a very large dog,
Christmas decorations and an ironing board, to seek fame fortune and a
kitchen."
She moved to Brisbane, started the catering company Loaves and Fishes
organising themed occasions with a twist of wit, tantalizing tongues with sushi
and other ‘new’ Asian-style party food, thus giving the flick forever to 70’s vol-au-
vents and cream cheese canapés.
Jan sold the company, opened The Breadline Café in the converted loading
dock behind Her Majesty’s Theatre in Elizabeth Street. Her Majesty’s Backside, as
it was called was intended as a canteen for the theatre workers, but it grew in
popularity serving simple food fresh from the markets in antique hot boxes and
huge tubs of iced-up salads. On Monday nights ‘battered wives’ as domestic
violence victims were then called, ate for free.
Her taste for irreverence and eccentricity kept her in demand as a speaker
especially her food themed presentations labelled Food Circus plus edgy street
theatre in shopping centres called Smartalex. The gifted madcap orator’s
interpretation of why people open a restaurant because they host good dinner
parties, had everyone in stitches and was legendary. She reinvented herself as a
full time writer and broadcaster with food and the theatrical arts the main
topics, thus merging of two of Jan’s passions. “After the Catholic Church banned
the Latin Mass, theatrical types like me were forced to the opera for drama and
excitement,” says Jan, who’s also collector of nice china, kitchen paraphernalia,
old frocks, detective novels and crime thrillers which have all outgrown her
home and are stored in a shed. “Throw out nothing just add on [a shed].”
The Taurian perfectionist, grandmother of three and cat owner of one, did
thorough research locally to establish the correct demographic and scoured
overseas markets for fresh ideas, before opening the Farmers’ Markets with
Alison Alexander in 2000. “Having such a hugely developed interest in food,
writing about it, cooking it, selling it, and doing everything with it - everywhere
I went after that, I’d always look for the food angle,” recalls Jan who started with
25 producers in a car park in Teneriffe, outgrew that and other sites and now
runs Australia’s biggest and most successful farmers’ market with over150 stall
holders who sell their produce to 7000 people each week at the Powerhouse.
“The markets are about superior freshness of food and turning the ordinary
into something extraordinary. It’s like a huge cocktail party – an enormous social
gathering without the grog; where customers meet their makers; for city
dwellers to buy food that was in the ground the previous day; and for the
producers to be able to control their own distribution and prices. Recently I saw
the French ballet buying their baguettes and Dr Patel choose his bananas.”
The judges of the greatest gourmet travel experiences said: “The markets have
reached critical mass, where a weekly grocery shop can be achieved in the one
market location. The added joy of being able to talk directly to the producers
and feel connected to the place of origin of your food is a bonus many relish.
“The local food artisans are all in residence, with Gympie Goats Cheeses
mixing it with sweet
treats from the
Cupcake Parlour and
slightly more travelled
Li-Sun mushrooms
from the NSW
Southern Highlands.”
When it comes to
Jan’s recipe for life she
admits she constantly
retrained and
reinvented herself,
taking the great
advantages she was given growing up and turning them into adventure with
“cuppa tea, hex and a good lie down” as the family motto: “Life is uncertain; eat
dessert first,” advises Jan who’s considering writing a book on lists called Listless.
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Wine by Brad Cabernet Merlot2008
Just as the wine’s 60s-esque pop art label portrays a
sense of both history and youthful humour, so has Brad
created a wine that captures the traditions of a high-
quality, classic WA blend, whilst displaying
contemporary attitude and flair.
The Wine by Brad range was started in Margaret
River in 2003, when winemaker Brad Wehr decided to
leave behind the large corporate wine companies and
create quality wines, without the hefty price tag, which
deliver both flavour and personality.
The make-up for the 2008 Wine by Brad Cabernet
Merlot includes a little more Merlot (45%) than usual to
add some plummy and red-berried character to the
dark chocolatey blackcurrant of the Cabernet (50%)
and the remaining 5% a blend of Petit Verdot and
Malbec. Mostly a mix of 1 and 2 year old French Oak
was used, with the wine spending just over 15 months
in wood.
Having now spent six months in bottle this wine is
very approachable, but will also be a keeper for years to
come - if you can wait. RRP $17.00
Ant Moore KiKi SparklingSauvignon Blanc 2009...
A sexy looking sparkling with some seriously good
wine inside – Kiki is the fun new kid on the
Marlborough Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc block from
Australian winemaker Ant Moore.
Cheeky and positively brimming with the lively
tropical and floral characteristics of traditional
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Kiki is offset with the
exuberance of a sparkling wine. This exciting
Marlborough sparkling sauvignon blanc takes a
popular and well loved wine variety from one of the
world’s foremost wine growing regions and twists it on
its head.
Kiki is made with sauvignon blanc fruit from the
pristine Ant’s Nest, Pear Tree, Duck and Pheasant Estate
vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand. Ant keeps a
careful watch over every step of the winemaking
process when making Kiki - with the result being an
elegant and powerful, intense and balanced
sparkling wine designed for fun times and
every celebration you can think of. RRP $19.95
The Nosey Parker 2008Barossa Shiraz
Following the resounding success of the
first vintage of The Nosey Parker, Chaffey
Bros. are excited to release the second
vintage of their Barossa shiraz. The first
release of The Nosey Parker walked off
the shelves, leaving fans thirsty for more
of this wine that offers exceptional
quality for the price. True to their
winemaking philosophy to craft high quality wines
from the world’s best wine regions, The Nosey Parker
2008 Barossa Shiraz has all the hallmarks of this classic
Australian variety – dark berry fruits and spice on the
nose with supple, ripe tannins on the palate. Fruit for
the wine was hand-picked, crushed then fermented in
open top fermenters and plunged by hand
throughout. It was then aged for 17 months in oak
barriques, the majority of which were old French oak.
The resultant wine is an unabashed Barossa shiraz –
full of black and blue fruit aromas with a hint of pepper
and spice; rich and robust on the palate, with chewy,
mouth filling tannins. It’s the kind of wine that is best
matched to barbecues, roasts and a table of mates.
The Nosey Parker 2008 Barossa Shiraz RRP $14.99 -
stunning value!
Sirromet Love Wines...
Love Classic White
The blending of Verdelho, Colombard, Semillon and
Chardonnay create an uncomplicated white blend
offering a lovely balanced fruit sweetness.
Love Sparkling Rosé
The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes offer a pretty
strawberry pink wine that offers a deliciously floral
palate.
Love Light Sweet Red
The Chambourcin grapes offering a floral nose with
hints of sweet berry.
Tintilla Estate Four Marys PinotNoir 2007
Although Pinot Noir is not typically known as a
Hunter Valley wine variety, Tintilla are committed to
crafting full bodied Pinot Noir in the region and believe
its appeal lies in the fact that it has a varietal profile
similar to the regional style that the Hunter Valley
delivers so well with Shiraz.
Owner and co-winemaker, Bob Lusby says, “We
wanted to create a Pinot Noir with a long, silky finish
that reflects the natural relationship between the
limestone soils, the climate and vineyard aspect along
with uncompromising winemaking and minimal
manipulation.”
The winemaking team of Bob and his son James
approach Pinot Noir to reflect its origins in Burgundy,
from where the original cuttings came to the Hunter in
the 1930s. The low yielding but early ripening grapes
are harvested by hand when the flavour is optimal, and
the fruit is sourced from well-established vines planted
on a hillside with rich limestone soil just down the road
from the Estate.
Once picked, the fruit is cold soaked for five days to
maximise fruit and colour extraction, which is followed
by temperature controlled fermentation. The wine is
racked into French barrels to complete fermentation
and aged for about a year prior to bottling.
The new release of the Four Marys Pinot Noir times
well with the upcoming winter celebrations at Tintilla’s
cellar door during Hunter Valley Wine and Food Month
in June.
www.winecountry.com.au) RRP $30.00
TAHBILK 2006 Shiraz
Matthew Jukes has named Tahbilk’s 2006 Shiraz in
his 100 Best Australian Wines 2010.
“This inexpensive, everyday Shiraz wears a very
important name – Tahbilk. I was worried that, given the
price, it might fall short of the standard set by the
extraordinary portfolio at this historic estate. Well it
doesn’t. The Victorian
tones suit this grape so
well and the floral, red
fruit and herb notes
are sensational. Wines
that express their
postcodes always
appeal to me and the
2002 1860 Vines Shiraz,
of which this property
is justly proud, does
this better than any
site in the country. But
Tahbilk’s featured
Cheers...ch
eers
!
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Australia basks in Gold medalsuccess as the Oscars of
the wine world...
THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS AND INFLUENTIALINDEPENDENT WINE COMPETITION – THE INTERNATIONAL WINE
CHALLENGE (IWC) - HAS UNVEILED THE RESULTS OF ITS 27THANNUAL BLIND TASTING AT THE LONDON INTERNATIONAL WINE
FAIR (LIWF).
It may be winter down under but Australia is basking in Gold medal success scooping 65 –
a 51% Gold medal increase from 2009 and ranking second on the nation scoreboard.
Australia gained a total of 602 medals overall, with 238 Silver and 299 Bronze.
Australian and international wine-making legend Peter Lehmann lived up to his title of
Lifetime Achievement Award winner by winning two Gold, two Silver and five Bronze medals
in this year’s competition.
With a record number of 46 countries entering the competition in
2010, the IWC posted a 15% increase in the number of wines
judged. The quality of the entries was higher than ever. Of the
7,726 medals awarded there were 326 Golds (up 14%) 1,445
Silvers (up 14 %) and 2,255 Bronzes (up 9%).
Other nation results included France retaining its number one
nation status with 75 Golds and an impressive 947 medals in
total. The top three Gold medal-winning countries were the
same as in 2009, with Australia second (65) and Portugal third
(35). The overall medal count also mirrored the previous year’s
results with Australia achieving 602 and Italy 394.
English wines impressed the judges again, taking two Gold
medals. Camel Valley winery won for the second year running,
this time for its 2008 Pinot Noir Rosé Brut, while Nyetimber
triumphed with its 2001 Blanc de Blancs.
The Japanese Sake category showed continued growth and
success in this year’s Challenge with a 13% increase in entries and
128 medals.
Chris Ashton, IWC Event Director, says: “The competition’s unique judging
format and the quality and experience of its judges undoubtedly makes the IWC
the most credible competition of its kind. This is reflected in the competition’s
continued expansion and growing interest from other countries and markets.”
The winning wines were each tasted by panels drawn from almost 400
experienced judges including many Masters of Wine. The Co-Chairmen - Tim Atkin
MW, Sam Harrop MW, Charles Metcalfe and Derek Smedley MW were joined by
global wine expert and TV personality Oz Clarke, making it a formidable judging
team. This year’s International Guest Co-Chairman was Victor de la Serna, Deputy
Editor of Spanish national newspaper El Mundo and that
country’s leading wine commentator.
The 2010 medal winners will also be featured on the second
version of the IWC’s iPhone App, released shortly. This recently
launched App is the first of its kind to provide consumers with access to information on
competition winners at the touch of a screen.
Wine enthusiasts can download a free trial version of the IWC Wine App focusing on the
IWC’s 2009 Australian winners, while the full App is available for £4.99. (Check if it works in
Australia)
The IWC’s trophy winners, selected from the 326 Gold medal-winning wines, will be
announced in June.
For details about the Challenge and a full list of winners visit the IWC’s
website www.internationalwinechallenge.com for more information
Shiraz is just as worthy a creation because it takes this name to
a much wider audience and gives it a chance to taste
something other than South Australian fruit and also point the
finger at a region which they won’t have heard of, but will
inevitably remember and follow.”
Matthew says of this year’s list, “This year’s 100 Best will be
used as the vanguard of my continued push to celebrate and
educate the world about fine Australian wine.
They reflect what is exciting, engaging, passionate and
essential about Australian wine and they have all gained a
place in the very highest echelons of the world of wine.”
Matthew is wine correspondent of the UK’s Daily Mail and
produces best-selling wine guides for both Australia and the
UK. He is well-respected internationally as a wine judge and
has won the International Wine and Spirit Competitions Trophy
for Communicator of the Year.
This outstanding accolade comes as Tahbilk celebrates its
milestone achievement of 150 years in the Australian wine
industry and participates at the London International Wine Fair
2010 with tastings, trade events and consumer events.
Tahbilk 2006 Shiraz RRP $22.95
Hennessy ParadisHorusRare Cognac
Developed from a masterly
assemblage of hundreds of
rare eaux-de-vie, perfectly
aged for 25 to 130 years,
Paradis is truly an exceptional
cognac. The fruit of a noble
alliance between man, land
and the heavens. A sensual
harmony of flavours, colours
and textures. Its balance and
character are derived from
many years careful aging. It is
the supreme expression of
Hennessy talent and
expertise, handed down from
generation to generation,
honing their art to create a
true masterpiece. The most flamboyant of all cognacs. A divine
name for divine perfection. Its name is derived from the
mythological god representing the sun.
For this exquisite elixir, the Italian architect, Ferruccio Laviani,
crafted a luminous decanter sheathed in gold to glorify this
one-of-a-kind ambrosia. As eternal as the gods themselves, as
dazzling as the sun, gold symbolizes power and the divine.
Sacred and noble, gleaming with mineral light, gold represents
perfection. It evokes a sense of mystery, generating energy and
conveying the remarkable quality of Paradis Horus.
A definite must for the serious imbiber. Available from Moét
Hennessy Australia RRP $2,200.00
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How to increase the liveability andincrease the value of your current home.
property
"Our project required vision as we were seeking to convert a dated 10 year old Hope Island
home into a modern functional contemporary residence to suit a growing family” says Ben Rolfe
of BR Design & Construction. The property situated in a prime waterfront location was an ideal
candidate for the renovation.
The owners wanted to change the ‘ordinary’ estate look for one of a modern trendy bespoke
style that won’t date as quickly as the previous style. The home design was to include pool with
a large patio area, additional family room to incorporate the indoor/ outdoor living the
Queensland lifestyle is famous for." Along with pool, decking and landscaping down to the canal
were the icing on the cake.
Obviously first impressions are what attracts the buyer if the home is to increase in value. Ben
and business partner Steve Saunders both qualified and registered builders have the eye for
great design and how to turn the mundane into the spectacular.
With this property a new porte cochere was added with rock feature supports, stained timber
ceiling complimenting the double stained timber and glass entry doors certainly gave the
desired new look. New windows gave way to the dated arched windows on the street front and
an additional golf buggy garage was added and new tiled drive. To complete the makeover a
new colour scheme creates a look of sophistication and style.
Instrumental in creating a great outcome is the owners faith in working with a builder to
create and realise their vision. “We spend a lot of time with the owners to establish exactly what
their vision, expectations and requirements are before we agree to any project, it’s more than
just a construction job for us” says Ben, “we love what we do and take pride in achieving the best
look and result for all our jobs, that’s why our clients have all become great friends and the best
recommendations of our workmanship” he says.
There are many practical aspects to consider, which as a novice property developer you
would not appreciate, therefore it is hugely beneficial to have both a builder and project
manager who knows the local laws and restrictions and is able to keep pushing your project
through to completion. Local knowledge and contacts are essential..."
Once the building permits are approved, we offer to co-ordinate and project manage, which
is especially useful for clients based elsewhere.
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“We have a team of recommended contractors including masons,
plumbers, electricians, specialist pool-builders, metal workers and
suppliers, all of whom offer good reliable service. All our key sub-
contractors are supervised by
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ontime running of the project.
We maintain regular updates via
email, accompanied by photos to
enable our clients to follow their
projects from afar. Our aim is to
provide a genuinely personal, hands-
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completion” says Steve.
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The new 43 Open FlybridgeeVETERAN SAILOR IAN REYNOLDS UNVEILED THE LATEST INFLYBRIDGE DESIGN WITH THE WORLD RELEASE OF THE NEW 43OPEN FLYBRIDGE TODAY AT THE SANCTUARY COVEINTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW.
From the moment you step on board this opulent cruiser, the combination
of great function and style is apparent.The large cockpit features an
optional electric barbecue centre complete with sink, storage and rubbish
bin giving boat owners a gourmet alfresco galley at the rear of the boat. The
cockpit also includes a mezzanine seat and drinks fridge located below the
floating stairs that lead up to the open flybridge.
The open flybridge features an optional two-pac dash to match the hull and
the new structural hard top provides 360 degree vision with minimal
interruption. Swivel companion and helm chairs allow finger tip console control,
a large L-shape lounge in front of the helm provides seating for four around a
weather proof table, while a wet bar with settee is opposite on the port side.
A large sliding door opens the saloon into the cockpit, bringing the outdoors
in and creating an alfresco dining experience. The large U-shaped lounge to
starboard around a generous sized, timber folding table is perfect for relaxing in
front of the optional retractable TV. To port is a two-seater leather lounge that
can be brought forward to the saloon table as two separate dining chairs and
then stowed neatly between the bar and open plan galley on the port side when
not in use.
The galley has plenty of storage and features solid surface bench tops and
quality appliances. The proven Volvo Penta Inboard Performance System (IPS) has
allowed Riviera designers to create a fresh accommodation layout on the new 43
Open Flybridge. With all major engineering positioned well aft, enormous gains
are made with beam-width space amidships.
The cockpit floor has a hydraulic lift, which lifts up to give access to the two
Volvo Penta IPS engines
The new 43 has optimum handling in close-quarters via the use of the
integrated joystick control. With a cruising speed of 28 knots and a top speed
With a graceful turn to starboard, Ian Reynolds fulfilled
a dream to circumnavigate Australia. At the age of 80
years young, he and his Riviera 56, Investigator IV, entered
the Gold Coast Seaway after a year exploring the
sometimes exotic, sometimes fierce and always awesome
coast in a 9,000 nautical mile adventure.
Ian’s voyage ended as had begun, under a giant Riviera flag hovering over the
fleet. The flag, measuring 12 metres by 12 metres, was used to salute his departure
from the Gold Coast Seaway on November 1, 2007. Now – 380 days later - it
welcomed him home.
A fleet of boats of all sizes waited as helicopters hovered overhead. Then the boat
appeared from behind the headland and the fleet surged forward to greet him,
sounding their horns. Crowds on the breakwater applauded.
Ian Reynolds and Investigator IV made their way through the gathered boats that
quickly formed a line astern, heading north on the calm Gold Coast Broadwater
toward McLaren’s Landing for a celebration party, a time to talk of the voyage and
finally to relax.
Asked at the beginning of his epic voyage why he would undertake such an
arduous venture at his age, Ian Reynolds responded: “People think I am mad
undertaking an adventure such as this at my age. But my theory is that, if you want
to do something badly enough, you should find some way - any way - of achieving
that dream. Never die wondering. It has long been a passion of mine to do this trip,
and see this magnificent country from the water – and now I have the boat to do it
in.”
Reynolds’ Investigator IV is a standard Riviera 56 Enclosed Flybridge, fitted for the
voyage only with the addition of an extra 713-litre fuel tank, a watermaker, extra
anchor chain and sophisticated electronic navigation aids.
The adventure included a brief diversion to take the helm of the 70-metre long
square-rigged sailing vessel James Craig, diving with great white sharks off Port
Lincoln in South Australia and losing his starboard propeller in the aptly-named
Whirlpool Pass in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Throughout the voyage, Ian Reynolds sought locations to remember Matthew
Flinders, the first person to circumnavigate Australia and, in doing so, to give this
continent its name. Ian has owned five Rivieras over the past 12 years – all except the
first called Investigator after Flinders’ ship.
A true blue-water sailor, he began his voyaging aboard a Riviera 35, venturing from
Melbourne across Bass Strait to the entire northern Tasmanian coast and return. He
navigated Investigator II, a Riviera 48, from Port Douglas to Hobart, inspiring him to
plan his first circumnavigation – around Tasmania. That task was completed in 2006
aboard Investigator III and plans began immediately for the continental voyage.
Asked his plans for the next voyage, Ian responded: “I think I will spendsome time behaving like a normal person. I will have some family time but then,yes, I am already planning another voyage of adventure and discovery. Staytuned!”
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Pictured above veteran sailor Ian Reynolds Riviera 54 ‘Investigator 1V
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around 31 knots, the 43 Open Flybridge has a range of 340 nautical miles
from its 1800 litre tanks.
Sleeping accommodation for up to six in two large cabins offers a range
of sleeping options in the aft cabin including a sliding double bed and
single, two sliding single beds which can slide together to form a double
plus one fixed single bed or four bunks. The forward stateroom includes a
two metre long king-size island bed, wardrobe and ensuite with solid
surface benchtops, raised porcelain sink and separate shower stall.
Technology from CZONE provides access to all electronics with digital
switching, allowing you to control everything from tank monitors, data and
gauges to lighting. The CZone uses the same data language as the Volvo
Penta IPS system, so all your engine parameters are metered through the
same monitoring system.
The new style air-conditioning vents are discreet with a glossy grain
finish to match the timber work, giving the impression of a feature in the
timber rather than an air-conditioning vent.
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The 43 Open Flybridge with Volvo Penta IPS is a luxuryvessel built for entertaining and long-term cruising.
a luxury entertaineron water....
Veteran sailor Ian Reynolds unveiled thelatest in flybridge design
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Italian attitude The Methven company, founded as an iron and brass foundry by George
Methven in New Zealand in1886, has built its award-winning success through
breakthrough designs and product development, outstanding aesthetics and
environmental-mindedness.
The latest very vogue Methven Minimalist tap-ware range has a distinctive
Italian design and includes the
Minimalist Spring Pull Down Mixer
with twin action spray, a 40mm
ceramic disc cartridge, a fully
flexible stainless steel pull-down
hose for longevity, a pin lever
handle and a spout fitted with a
combination twin action aerator of
rain spray and aerated flow, plus
the Minimalist Sink Mixer with twin
handles. It has a 40mm ceramic
disc cartridge, adjustable
temperature and flow control
settings to prevent scalding and
splashing, twin pin lever handles,
and a swivel spout fitted with ASD
aerator. Both are suitable for mains
pressure installation.
Stockists include Swish
Bathroom Solutions at Underwood
and Virginia and all Plumbing Plus
Stores.
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Flipside adds new dimension toshowering
Remember the last time you had an amazing shower? Not just hot water under
suitable pressure, but a shower that changed moods, elevated sprits and heightened
the feeling of relaxation and well being.
Traditionally, multi–function hand-showers have featured spray options on a single
spray-face. Not with the revolutionary Flipside hand-shower. With its innovative
Flipstream™ technology, the spray-face simply rotates on its axis, with each side
dedicated to one of four spray options. Kohler’s fundamental reconfiguration of the
spray-face creates four experiences in one hand-shower: Koverage, an everyday
shower spray with maximum water coverage and superb performance is ideal for the
morning shower routine; Kotton’s streams of dense, soft, enveloping downpour,
caresses the skin; Komotion’s drenching spray delivers an exhilarating, circular motion
that refreshes the senses; and Kurrent, provides a targeted and invigorating massage
spray to ease the aches, and pains of tired muscles.
Flip changing between each of the four spray modes is effortless even with soapy
hands and those with limited hand mobility; each spray mode offers a range of
movement so the user can easily angle the water stream to suit differing height
requirements; and the smart, fun design is an affordable way for homeowners to
instantly upgrade their homes and add a spa experience with a product that’s
extremely easy to install.
Available through Tradelink stores nationally.
Pod phone Australian-owned Oricom International’s latest collection of design driven
cordless phones, are as vivid in colour as they are vibrant in technology.
Employing interference-free DECT 1.8GHz technology the M900 collection
offers long range clarity with maximum voice security. Available in fire red,
black pearl and blazing blue their slim form and gently curved European
styling, reminiscent of a Lotus car…not flower, parked comfortably in
individual communication pods. With integrated digital answering, hands-
free speaker-phone, secure clarity of over a quarter kilometre, elegant blue
backlit display and myriad other intuitive features, M900 is the perfect
melding of European design and technology for the Australian home.
“Research has determined many consumers are tired of drab looking over-
complicated home phones”, says Oricom managing director Kevin
McDonnell. “They want something that has some life to it, yet makes life
easier.
“We continue to unify our expertise across communication segments
including domestic, recreational, baby and aged care, in order to develop
products that are technically exact, robust, instinctive to use, well supported
and design orientated. The M900 collection being a perfect example.”
Available as a twin pack, expandable for up to five handsets, M900 is
available from major retailers and retails for around $99. More details on:
www.oricom.com.au.
M900 phone in a pod
Floored by fashionThe fussiest interior designer or DYI expert is completely at home with
Academy Tiles, where there are over 4,000 products in its 800 square
showroom. From stones and ceramics to porcelain, in multiple sizes and
shapes, a vast array of colours and finishes and even liquid floor tiles. These
use two non-toxic coloured liquids and with applied pressure appear to
ooze beneath you creating an optical illusion with every step. A non-slip,
scratch-resistant glass surface has been put on the tiles giving high
bending strength. They’re been designed primarily for commercial use, can
be personalised with say corporate logos, and are available in 13 different
colour schemes plus a range of different sizes. Check them out on:
www.academytiles.com.au.
One of Academy’s latest releases at this year’s designEX exhibition is the
Bond Collection, designed by Harri Koskinen. It is a unique wall series that
combines concave and convex tiles, subtly reflecting light and shadow. It is
also available in a flat-surfaced version. Each tile is 19.5 x 22cm and is
available in ten colours.
Edifier Esiena iF360 – Acomplete home audiosolution
Delivering uncompromised sound quality from almost every audio
application imaginable, the new Edifier Esiena iF360 is an elegant, all-in-
one home audio solution. Equipped with an iPod and iPhone dock,
video out, CD, CD MP3, CD WMA, SD and USB card readers, FM radio and
digital clock with alarm function, the Edifier Esiena iF360 is truly
functional in any room of the house.
Staying true to their reputation for superior sound quality,
the Edifier Esiena iF360 is equipped with ‘nautilus’ speaker
enclosure, which enhances the bass frequency
response and improves the overall audio quality and
listening experience.
Complete with a black lacquer finish and touch
sensitive controls, the Edifier Esiena iF360 also
comes with a remote control that provides full
function for iPod and iPhone navigation,
making every audio experience effortless and
enjoyable. Its simple and elegant design also
allows the Edifier Esiena iF360 to fit in with any
décor. RRP $599
Available at Harvey Norman, Domayne and
Joyce Mayne
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Inviting nature indoorsGardening guru Jamie Durie’s successful collaboration with the Rug
Collection company has branched out even further. It follows the
popularity of his outdoor concept and successfully transposes it indoors.
The Garden Room indoor rug collection features a new range of six
distinctive designs: Blossom, Flannel Flowers, Leaf Canopy, Orchid, Dew
Web and Summer Beauty. Each combines a sense of the outdoors with
the colours of nature. They were inspired by Jamie’s images taken by him
on his travels.
Bold uses of colour, whimsical design exploration and a modern edge
work in harmony to bring life to the contemporary collection.
“There is nothing more inspiring to me than the beauty that’s found in
nature,” says Jamie. “The tranquil elements bring a sense of simplicity and
freshness to indoor spaces.”
Hand-tufted in a New Zealand wool blend, they are 160 x 230cm (RRP
$1095 ) and 200 x 290cm (RRP $1695) or they can be custom sized and
coloured on request.
The Rug Collection is available nationally through leading stockists or
visit www.therugcollection.com.au for more information.
Italian Glass Masters.Italian Glass masters Riflessi have created the perfect antidote to plain
bathrooms everywhere with a kaleidoscope of wondrously colourful
craftsmanship. Distributed by Paco Jaanson, your private sanctuary has
never been more vibrant and dynamic, thanks to this contemporary
collection of washbasins, and bathroom accessories.
This dazzling bathroomware crafted from the island of Murano
(Venice) celebrates the ancient, skillful mastery of glasswork. Each is a
unique piece on its own; blown, strained and designed to exude a
texture created through an innovative glass fusion process. Produced is
either a cool, subtle colour dispersal or the formation of dramatic bold
lines. It’s the perfect way to incorporate a little continental chic into an
otherwise neutral decor.
Exclusive to Paco Jaanson, these statement pieces are available in a
colour palette which gives enduring appeal, brightness and
sophistication to any bathroom scheme. This is truly a collection of
striking handmade pieces which will give maximum impact to any
bathroom.
Riflessi is the collection for
those who appreciate form and
substance, beauty, fascination
and soul. Dedicated to those
who love to be surrounded by
objects of exclusivity,
representing more than half a
century of passion for glass.
A fascinatingly colourful,
Italian bathroom is what you
will achieve with Riflessi.
Riflessi Soffio washbasin RRP: $2750
Riflessi Laguna washbasin RRP:
$2750
Riflessi Glass Vanity Cup RRP:
from $220
Riflessi Glass Toothbrush Holder
RRP: from $220
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Signature styleSignature Interior Design currently stocks an eclectic range
of designer pieces from the beautiful cowhide tub chair to the
stainless steel trunk style drawers.
Ph: 07 5538 8755
Oasis Shopping Centre Broadbeach
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Lights on – everyone’s home The who’s who of the design world were at the 2010 Milan Design Week with
what’s hot in design, living and innovation such as ingenious lighting.
Top of the trend list is home automation where incorporating the latest lighting
designs and electronic technology into everyday living is de rigueur
Apart from residential properties, Auztech Industries has also been involved in
multi-million dollar commercial developments including the Queensland State
Tennis Centre, Watpac’s head office and the waterfront sales office for the soon-
to-be-released luxury Mirvac apartments.
Winner of the Best Integrated Home Installation in 2008 in the under $150,000
category, and highly-commended for the Best Media Room and Best Dressed
System in 2009, Auztech is located at Loganholme. Details on:
http://www.auztech.com.au/ or phone (07) 3806 3133.
Shop 29, level 1 (beach end)The Oasis Shopping CentreBroadbeach QLD
P: 07 5538 8755 F: 07 5538 8433E: [email protected]: www.signatureinteriors.com.au
Furniture Packages Soft FurnishingsGiftware Custom Furniture UpholsteryWindow Treatments Accessories
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MakePovertyHistory...
Brenden Huntly
from Village Live
Inspired at Bundall,
has become an
ambassador for Making Poverty History
on their 2010 Road-trip, an informative, non-profit cause run
by The Oaktree Organisation in Australia.
Along with a select group of Australian youth, all under 25 years-old,
Brenden will join this important bus trip to spread the word to as
many Australians as possible about World poverty and the devastating
consequences that shroud many people in a number of
underprivileged countries. Many suffering from a lack of the basic
essentials of life - food, clean water, shelter, medical and health
support.
As they head to Parliament House in Canberra, on their week-long
trip, several buses will be making stops along the way with
educational workshops, designed to share information with
thousands of young school children and teens across the country.
For more information on Brenden's journey visit:
www.villagestores.com.au
With his “God-given” voice,gentle giant James Smith is,according to HelenFlanagan, shooting for thestars, especially the onemarked Pavarotti.
Two years ago construction worker James Smith aka
James Corona, who lives in Corona Street Ashgrove,
was given his first operatic CD. The neighbours
immediately flung open their doors and windows, hoping to
catch more of James’ powerful voice ‘accompanied’ by the
mellifluous sounds of Mario Lanza
and Pavarotti.
“I left Brisbane’s Marist Brothers in
year 10, always wanted to be an
actor in say The Wizard of Oz, and
began labouring on construction
sites,” explains James, aged 24, the
second youngest of six children. “It
was my grandmother now aged 92,
a piano teacher in her earlier life,
who was the major influence in my
love for opera and classical music as
a young boy.”
When opera singer Jason Barry-
Smith who is also James’ teacher at
the Conservatorium of Music, heard
him sing Puccini’s Nessun Dorma at
his first lesson, he said his natural
ability was at a comparable level to
someone who had been singing
opera for many years: “It was
amazing and knocked my socks off”.
That was 18 months ago. And what made it even more
remarkable was that James has never had language lessons,
only learning everything by ear
His first singing engagement was at a wedding. “One of
the guests was the president of the Irish Club, who asked me
to sing at the St Patrick's Day dinner at the Irish Club - my first
official function. I so overwhelmed and honoured to sing in
front of the Irish ambassador as well as Brisbane’s Lord Mayor
Campbell Newman. Topping that for excitement was last
year when I appeared on Australia's Got Talent and reached
the semi-finals.” In the heats, James received a standing
ovation and judge Tom Burlinson said: “You have a God-
given voice. You blew me away.”
James’ mates, all non opera followers were suddenly
interested and engrossed in his music and needless to say
his mother Carmel and siblings are besotted by his voice.
He swims laps regularly at the local pool, hikes up to Mt
Coot-tha, body surfs at Coolangatta and Noosa when the
swell is up, plus trains at the local gym. “I pretend I’m
Schwarzenegger and lift the biggest weights I can get my
hands around,” says a smiling James who also admits to
having a penchant for Indian food
and a good bottle of Merlot.
Laying bricks however is such
hard, sweaty work there’s no
singing on the job.
The Tall Tenor as he’s
affectionately known, is 208
centimetres tall or 6’ 10 inches in
the old money. He is easy to spot in
a crowd although has difficulty
navigating many doorways and
adjusting to airline seats. His
devotees concur his height
certainly matches his voice.
He has broadened his repertoire
for functions to include country
music favourites from Johnny Cash
and pop artists including David
Bowie and the Righteous Brothers.
“I also love Phantom of the Opera,
would love to play the Phantom,
sing at the Sydney Opera House, in
Las Vegas and on Broadway but my biggest dream is to
perform and record arias and recitals with an orchestra.”
His inspiration and hero-worship however remain
unyielding: “Pavarotti is the best tenor ever and one day I
hope to have a tattoo of him on my shoulder”.
Nailing Nessun Dorma
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Tall Tenor James Corona
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Really Wild TeaCosies by Loani Prior. Murdoch $29.95
In the entertaining, inspiring andeasy-to-follow book of 20 evenwilder knitted tea cosies, Loani turnsthis functional, homely item into acreative knitted sculpture full ofvibrant colour and humour. Easyenough for knitters of the mostbasic skill level to make andassemble, there are also instructionsfor ten knitted and crocheteddecorations, such as flowers, leaves,cupcakes and fruit, which can alsobe used to embellish a tea cosy,lapel, scarf or homewares. There’s anilluminating techniques section,with the new method of knitting inthe round on two circular needles.
The Queen of Tea Cosies is allabout having a Knit Change andalthough her woolly obsessions andobject d’art still border on becominga disorder, they’ve even found aplace in art galleries.
Australian Style by Melissa Penfold & JennyTabakoff. Lantern $39.95
Style is better than beauty, brains,breeding and billions in the bank. Itcannot be bought, sold or bartered,but it can be acquired, so long asyou know where to look. The stylewriters and watchers reveal thesecrets of the seriously stylish andshow you how to be fabulous ateverything you do, from gettingyour clothes right to throwing theperfect dinner party. Discover howstyle and great manners work theirmagic everywhere, from theboardroom to the bedroom. Learnthe secrets that will help you make agreat first impression, pull a housetogether - even on a shoestring, findthe perfect present, get the job orthe man of your dreams – and dumpbores at parties without them evennoticing.
Cooking Dirty: Life,Love and Death inthe Kitchenby Jason Sheehan. Allen & Unwin$35
A mindblowing account of life atthe adrenalin-fuelled kitchenfrontline from Sheehan’s first jobscraping pizza trays to all kinds ofrestaurants across America, fromBuffalo to Tampa to Albuquerque: ata French colonial and an all-nightdiner, at a crab shack and a fusionrestaurant in a former hair salon. It’sthe story of one man's addiction tothe urgency, stress, and minimum-wage kitchen work. His universebecomes 'a small, steel box filledwith knives and meat and fire',where the kitchen is a fraternity withits own rites and initiations:cigarettes in the walk-in freezer, sexin the basement, drugs everywhere.From the first perfectly done musselto the satisfaction of surgically slicedfoie gras, it reveals the hell and gloryof restaurant life, as told by asurvivor.
Holiday inQueensland
by Explore $29.95
Following the release of ExploreAustralia 2010, is the latest range ofstate guides including the completeguides to Victoria and Queensland.
Holiday in Queensland featureseverything you need to know from astate-wide road atlas; travellingtimes and distance chart; a completeguide to touring Queensland; detailson 122 towns and 13 touringregions; what to see and do inBrisbane, the Great Barrier Reef andtropical islands; national parkhighlights, wildlife-watching andnot-to-be-missed attractions,festivals, markets and wildlifeexperiences; to local history; plus acomplete index. A 16-page sectionat the front of the book highlightsthe best of the state, from adventureactivities, fishing and golf courses, tofood and accommodation reviewsand where to eat, stay and play.
books
movies
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Shrek Forever AfterDirected by Mike Mitchell and Starring
the voices of Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy,Cameron Diaz, Antonio Banderas, JulieAndrews, John Cleese.
After challenging an evil dragon, rescuinga beautiful princess and saving your in-laws’kingdom, what’s an ogre to do? Well, if you’reShrek, you suddenly wind up a domesticatedfamily man. Instead of scaring villagers awaylike he used to, a reluctant Shrek now agreesto autograph pitch forks. What’s happenedto this ogre’s roar? Longing for the dayswhen he felt like a “real ogre,” Shrek is dupedinto signing a pact with the smooth-talkingdealmaker, Rumpelstiltskin. Shrek suddenlyfinds himself in a twisted, alternate version ofFar Far Away, where ogres are hunted,Rumpelstiltskin is king and Shrek and Fionahave never met. Now, it’s up to Shrek to undoall he’s done in the hopes of saving hisfriends, restoring his world and reclaiminghis one True Love. In cinemas mid-June
The A-TeamDirected by Joe Carnahan and Starring Bradley Cooper, Liam
Neeson, Jessica Biel, Sharlto Copley, Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson.
Like the original series, the story follows the adventures of four
U.S. Army Special Forces soldiers-turned-mercenaries, three of
whom were arrested for a crime they did not commit and are now
branded war criminals. After managing to escape from military
prison, the three join forces with Captain H.M. Murdock, their
reconnaissance pilot, as soldiers of fortune. In cinemas mid-June
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Cooking the books
High Tea at the VictoriaRoom by Jill Jones-Evans & Joe Gambacorta,
New Holland $29.95
A beautifully photographed book withrecipes from cupcakes, sandwiches andcakes, to pastries, cheese flans and tarts.Jill Jones-Evans and Joe Cambacortashow you how to make the beststrawberry jam and Italian style orangemarmalade to go with that perfectscone. And if it is all too much, pouryourself a Pimms or a whiskey flip andput your feet up.From it-girl gatherings and generationalget-togethers, to hen’s parties andbirthdays, ladies of all ages (and many afine gentleman, too) can enjoy thecompany of dear friends in thiswonderful revival of a great tradition.
MazeThe Cookbook & Gourmet Food on a
Budget by Jason Atherton, Hardie Grant $34.95
Gordon Ramsay’s Maze restaurant hasopened in Melbourne and JasonAtherton is the prodigiously talentedMichelin-starred head chef of London’s
multi award-winning Maze. With a focuson quality ingredients, imaginativeflavour combinations and simplepresentation, Jason, who has workedunder many famous chefs, includingPierre Koffman, Nico Ladenis and MarcoPierre White reveals the coreingredients, flavourings and techniquesof such dishes as marinated beetrootwith goat’s cheese, chard and beetrootdressing; butter roasted cod with silkymash and spiced lentils; and mangoparfait with orange anise jelly - all theinspiration you need for tapas or a threecourse stunner. El Bulli’s Ferran Adria describes Jason as"a magnificent cook". Need we saymore?' So, if you’re fed up with the creditcrunch, doing everything on the cheapand are longing for a great meal out butcan't afford it, Gourmet Food on aBudget will brighten up your eveningsand give you some of the delicious foodyou've been missing, and all at anaffordable cost. Jason prepares seasonalingredients in their prime; the recipesare enticing, fun to make and delectableto eat; and are perfect for entertainingfriends and family or for a glamorousnight in. Based on the idea of a two-course meal of one savoury and onesweet, there are more than 80 recipes tochoose from.
Light of Luciaby Luciana Sampogna, Murdoch Books $69.95
Energetic and passionate LucianaSampogna, maestra of popular cookingschool Cucina Italiana, shares the rites ofpassage of the Italian woman fromchildhood to motherhood, mapped byItalian tradition, superstition andcelebration through food. Discover whyflour is ‘god’ and be swept away by theromance of eating pizza on the back ofa Vespa with your bello. This is Italiancooking from the heart.With 120 proven recipes from the bestfresh pasta recipe this side of Italy, friedprawns with salsa verde, and simplyirresistible ricotta fritters, Luciana catersfor all tastes and levels of cookingexperience. Italian food and culture isbrought to life with a stunning mix ofrecipes, photography, illustrations,nostalgic black and white familyportraits and inspiring words.
Rockpoolby Neil Perry
Since its inception, Neil Perry’s award-winning restaurant, Rockpool, hasredefined how Australians view asian-influenced Australian cuisine. Perry’smastery of the culinary arts and hisclever use of the freshest Australian andworld’s finest produce, combined withhis technical and innate sense ofcomplementary flavours and tasteshave produced a cooking style that isuniquely HIS . With an unwavering philosophy thathas driven Rockpool for more than 20years, Neil Perry has become aphenomenon on the culinary scene.First printed in 1997, this beautiful coffeetable book now returns with a newdesign and updated material that willhelp you create a little bit of the magicthat is the Rockpool dining experiencein your own home.Published by New Holland PublishersRRP $50.00
The Karate KidDirected by Harald Zwart and Starring Jaden
Smith, Jackie Chan, Taraji P. Henson, Tess Liu.
12-year-old Dre Parker could've been the
most popular kid in Detroit, but his mother's
latest career move has landed him in China.
Dre immediately falls for his classmate Mei Ying
- and the feeling is mutual - but cultural
differences make such a friendship impossible.
Even worse, Dre's feelings make an enemy of
the class bully, Cheng. In the land of kung fu,
Dre knows only a little karate, and Cheng puts
"the karate kid" on the floor with ease. With no
friends in a strange land, Dre has nowhere to
turn but maintenance man Mr. Han, who is
secretly a master of kung fu. As Han teaches
Dre that kung fu is not about punches and
parries, but maturity and calm, Dre realizes that
facing down the bullies will be the fight of his
life. In cinemas early-July
Knight and DayDirected by James Mangold and Starring Tom Cruise,
Cameron Diaz, Peter Sarsgaard, Viola Davis, Olivier Martinez, Paul
Dano, Maggie Grace.
Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz star in the action—comedy
KNIGHT AND DAY. During their glamorous and sometimes
deadly adventure, nothing and no one – even the now fugitive
couple – are what they seem. Amid shifting alliances and
unexpected betrayals, they race across the globe, with their
survival ultimately hinging on the battle of truth vs. trust. KNIGHT
AND DAY is now shooting in Massachusetts, and will also film on
other locations around the world including, Spain, Austria, and
the tropics. In cinemas mid-July.
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Personalised Travel…
travel
Mobile Travel Agents of Australia is a select group of
trained travel professionals with over 200 mobile
consultants Australia wide.
Gold Coast based Senior consultant, Katrina Casey
explains that being mobile enables her to meet prospective
clients at a time and place convenient to them. In their
home, office or local coffee shop.
Katrina is passionate about travel and has many years of
both corporate and leisure travel experience. After working
in London, with some of the world’s top law and
accounting offices, and the world’s biggest banks, she
knows how to deliver top service to the most demanding
clientele. In London, she was also selected to work on the
American Express Travel 24 hour emergency service and
can easily help a client out in the most difficult and urgent
of situations. Something that luckily very rarely happens
when dealing with professionals.
When not looking after corporate clients, Katrina loves to
spend time with leisure clients, planning honeymoons,
overseas weddings, family holidays, round-the-world tickets
or that trip of a lifetime. She strives to seek out the best
value and experience for her clients, with personal touches
all the way, whilst assuring them she is only a phone call
away (24/7) in the unlikely event that you need to contact
her. Just try calling the airlines, or a 9am-5pm travel agent
after hours when you have a problem.
Katrina is thrilled to announce MTA Travel have been
invited into the exclusive Virtuoso network. So exclusive in
fact, only 1% of all travel agencies are invited to join. The
Virtuoso name carries a lot of sway around the world,
opening doors and access to behind-the-scenes sites and
events not normally available to the general public.
Orion Expedition Cruises is one such company offering a
fabulous adventure in the top end of Australia. Their
Kimberley and Arnhem Land Expedition cruise offers the
dramatic contrasts of Australia’s north-west, rich in
Aboriginal culture and galleries of ancient artwork. Towards
the west, in the historic pearling town of Broome, the
colours of nature are vibrant and intense: rich red earth,
azure blue seas and brilliant white sand beaches. North of
Broome lies the ragged Kimberley coast, a place you can
only comprehend from the sea. Rugged gorges, inlets,
waterfalls plunging 100 metres all combine for an awe-
inspiring experience you simply can't have by travelling
overland.
Orion’s Expedition Team will lead your exploration of
secluded beaches and river inlets – waters famous for an
abundance of wildlife. From spectacular waterfalls and awe
inspiring gorges, to ancient cultural history and indigenous
rock art, the only way you can access the best of the
Kimberley is from the sea onboard Orion. MTA is also one of
only eight handpicked and accredited Virgin Galactic Space
Agencies in Australia.
On 7th December 2009 history was made in California’s
Mojave Desert as Virgin Galactic revealed the world’s first
commercial passenger spaceship, VSS Enterprise - Space
tourism is a reality.
VSS Enterprise will launch passengers on an
unforgettable journey, where they will experience
weightlessness, the silence of space and views of the earth
below, enjoyed by fewer than 500 people to date. A Virgin
Galactic reservation includes a three day experience at
Spaceport America in New Mexico, USA, where Future
Astronauts will undertake training with their fellow
passengers and flight crew in preparation for a truly out of
this world experience. Deposits start from US$20,000 to join
the unique club of Virgin Galactic Future Astronauts, each
individually making this project possible and becoming
pioneers of a brand new and vitally important industry.
To make the most of your next journey, whether
corporate or leisure, domestic, international or sub orbital,
contact Katrina, your local Mobile Travel Consultant
A tantalising sampling of culinary tourism
blended with the sensory delights of iconic sights
and sounds…
Most people know local restaurant identity
Pushpinder Oberoi from his busy Broadbeach
restaurant, Oberoi's Taj.
But over the past six months he has been
focussing on an exciting new venture - designing
one of the most unique and special Indian tour
itineraries ever offered to the market for a small
select group.
In association with Travel Masters, one of the
Gold Coast’s leading travel agencies, Push has put a
lot of effort into designing a trip that will showcase
the very best of India to a
select group of twenty people.
Accommodation and travel
will be 5-star and the
experience will be life altering.
Departing on the 24th October 2010, the Taste of
India tour will take the traveller on a culinary and
visionary journey that will give you a lifetime of
memories. And of course, you will be personally
escorted by Push himself. It will be wonderful to
have an expert on-hand to answer all your
questions and give you an insight into the history
and people of India.
In addition to the iconic photographic images of
India (Taj Mahal, Lake Pichola, Elephanta Caves etc)
Push’s Taste of India tour will give the traveller
access to some of India’s more unique cultural
sensations. as well as some of the most unique food
and gourmet experiences possible.
From the resort beaches of Goa, where you will
indulge in a stunning seafood barbecue, to dining in
a local traditional farm house; from attending a
genuine Indian wedding feast and ceremony, where
your taste buds will be exposed to the most amazing
flavours ever, to a Bollywood Film Studio, where you
will meet the cast and crew and have a snack in the
studio canteen - hopefully with some of the actors.
As a special treat, Push has also arranged for a
visit to the set of India’s top rated Celebrity Chef,
Sanjeer Kapoor to watch the taping of his show…
and then dine at his top-rating Yellow Chili
restaurant in Mumbai that night.
In Delhi, the group will be part of the stunning
Diwali festivities with its amazing festival of lights,
and enjoy an endless range of taste sensations.
Information call Travel Masters: 07 5554 2766
A TASTE of INDIA
Katrina Casey - Senior Consultant
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With a climate often referred to as
Mediterranean, and picture-postcard-
perfect, natural beauty everywhere you
look, from the limestone coastline and vast blue sea
to the ancient granite outcrops of the Gawler Ranges,
Eyre Peninsula is a region of wonders and Port
Lincoln the jewel in the crown.
It’is one of those places that when you find it, you
wonder how you never knew that it existed before.
With a population of only 15,000, maybe it’s a
conspiracy to keep it all for themselves.
Just a short 45 minute flight from Adelaide, or if you
are driving along the winding coastline it will
probably take you about 8 hours to reach the
‘Seafood Capital of Australia’.
Gracing the lower Eyre Peninsula of South Australia,
this region of diverse natural beauty is home to some
of the finest seafood available anywhere in the world.
Port Lincoln is the perfect destination for those
wanting to experience eco-tourism with all the 21st
century trimmings. Great restaurants and cafes,
eclectic shopping; accommodation to suit any
budget from caravan parks and quiet B & Bs to hotels
and luxury eco lodges.
Boasting pristine blue waters, imposing limestone
cliffs, and imposing coastline; fabulous food, friendly
locals and fine wines;what more could anyone want?
With the addition of exciting, adventure tours that
can see you walking the coastline; traversing the
natural bushland; diving with the Great White sharks;
swimming with playful seals; hand-feeding huge
shiny, metallic-looking tuna - even picking your own
oysters from the oyster leases; there is an experience
waiting to be had by everyone.
The region is also home to the Southern Right Whales
who will be heading into the waters in the coming
months with their calves. New companions for the
local dolphins.A definite reason to visit.
Aquaculture is the mainstay of Port Lincoln
producing exceptional Southern Bluefin Tuna, Pacific
oysters, Hiramasa Yellowtail Kingfish, abalone,
mussels, King George whiting, Wild King prawns,
Snapper, Mulloway and Southern Rock lobsters.
Local families have fished these waters for
generations and the local school even offers the
facility for apprenticeships within its curriculum.
With so much seafood on offer, diners can indulge in
a veritable smorgasbord of saltwater delights for
breakfast, luncheon and dinner - 24/7.
We found the township and its surrounding regions
to be a haven of sensory and photographic delights
and are already planning our next visit.
Port Lincoln MUST DO LIST:
Take a 4-wheel drive tour and guided walk through
the natural bushland with Wilderness Wanders along
the magnificent coastline of the Port Lincoln. If you’re
lucky, owner Phil Porter, a 5th generation Port Lincoln
local,will have an extra passenger to keep you
company on the ride. Phil has a license to care for
orphaned kangaroos - and on my trip I had the good
fortune to play ‘mother’ to Kevin an 8 month-old
orphaned Red Kangaroo.
Kevin and I became firm friends and I am looking
forward to receiving progress reports as he grows to
Wilderness, oysters, 5 star luxury hotel, tuna, w
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Feed the wild Tuna
Tuna & Kingfish sasumi a speciality at Port A huge commercial fishing port Port Lincoln Hotel - 5 star luxury, built in 2008
Sunrise over Port Lincoln with grain terminal
adulthood and is released back into the bush.
Contact details: Ph 08 86845001 or visit
www.wildernesswanders.com.au
Adventure Day Charters
offer the opportunity to ‘get up close & personal’ with
tuna and sea lions. Here is a new way to experience
seafood and the natural wonders of the sea.
Ph 048842 8862 or visit
www.adventurebaycharters.com.au
MFV Tacoma tuna fishing boat
Check out the historic 1950’s MFV Tacoma tuna fishing
boat. This grand old lady is available for private cruises
and specialised hands-on tuna fishing adventures for
small groups.
It probably gives potential tuna fisherman the same
buzz as hunting lions on the Serengeti. Full training is
given before these adventures.
How to get there:
Rex Regional Air Express
A short 45 minute flight from Adelaide Airport.
I love the smaller airlines in South Australia, where you
are offered fruit juice and water, tea and coffee, sweet or
savoury snacks - and a mint before you land. All inclusive
on your flight. Just like in the ‘good old days’.
Contact details: www.rex.com.au
Where to stay:
Port Lincoln Hotel
A new 4.5 star hotel overlooking Boston Bay. The 111
contemporary rooms are spacious and offer plasma tv &
broadband; the staff extremely friendly, and executive
chef David Pedro has designed a menu for their
signature restaurant Sarins that showcases the region’s
bounty of fabulous seafood, meats, fruits and
vegetables, as well as presenting a great wine list. The
hotel also includes and intimate bar and open fireplace,
gaming facilities, convention rooms and wedding
facilities.
Contact details: Ph 1300 766100, Port Lincoln
www.portlincolnhotel.com.au
Tanonga Luxury Eco Lodges
Two luxury eco-friendly lodges are situated on a 200
hectare property, offering panoramicviews, total privacy
in a natural setting and a constantly changing snapshot
of local wildlife.
Designed to reduce their carbon footprint on the
surrounding bushland whilst still offering every
conceivable luxury.
Contact details: Ph 08 8684
5066 or visit
www.tanonga.com.au
Where to eat:
Del Giorno’s Café &
Restaurant
Overlooking Boston
Bay Del Giorno’s
features an Italian
inspired menu
specialising in local
seafood, local lamb,
beef, pork, breads and
condiments. Executive chef Kris Bunder excels at
showcasing the region’s finest offerings. Also featuring
local wines on their extensive wine list.
Ph 08 86830577 or visit www.delgiornos.com.au
Sarins Bar & Restaurant
Executive chef David Pedro delivers fine modern
Australian cuisine with an Asian twist at the Port Lincoln
Hotel. See above. Ph 08 8621 2000
Must try local wine:
Lincoln Estate Wines; Boston Bay Wines;Delacolline
Estate Wines; Anna’s Vineyard.
For more local information:
Tourism Eyre Peninsula Ph 1800 067739 and visit
www.seafoodandbeyond.com
wine, kingfish, more wine, abalone, wine, lobster... get the idea?
Coffin Bay Oysters fresh out of the water Kangaroos abound
Luxury accommodation with spectacular mountain views
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Chef Kris Bunderfrom Del Giorno’s CafeRestaurant
Historic Port Lincoln
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THE AUSTRALIAN ARTIST& TALENT REGISTER
Email [email protected] or Phone 07 38684066
www.atalent.com.au
Brisbane ‘patron of the arts’ has created anartists website to help nurture the art industryand expose local art to the world......
Artist Profile is sponsored by
artist profile
The Australian Artist & Talent
Register was the idea of
Robert James of Ascot in
Brisbane. “it started modestly and
has grown like topsy with new
features and links being
constantly added” he said.
Proud to be a “patron or the
arts” it was his ambition to design
and build a comprehensive web
site database that would allow
accomplished artists and artistes
to showcase their talent and in
this way help them to gain local,
national and international
exposure.
Featuring original works by
major modern contemporary and
traditional visual artists, the
uniqueness of the web-site allows
a Artist to link their profiles to an
exhibiting Gallery and visa versa.
Robert says ”For instance an Art
Gallery may add as many as ten of
their exhibiting Artists to their
Gallery listing allowing browsing
on line before, during and after their exhibition”.
With a free or premium listing a artist can decide on what level of
involvement suits their requirements.
Browsers can view the Premium listings via the Artist Showroom
direct from the sites home page
or browse the many free listings
by category, city or state.
“Social Pics” are another unique
feature with option of adding up
to 16 images with captions,
allowing users and browsers to
capture and share that special
feeling of the night.
“All these fabulous features,
together with our National
"Observer Newsletter" will ensure
added exposure for the exhibiting
Artist and marketing
opportunities for participating
Galleries” says Mr James.
All listings be they Artist or
Gallery are fully editable on line at
all times with a secure personal password, no other web-site comes
near our versatility.
The Australian Artist & Talent Register is a major resource for the
Arts and Entertainment Industry and allows the talent to be seen 24
hours a day, seven days a week, from anywhere in the world.
Whether you're seeking to make a name in the world of visual
arts, secure a record deal, or awaiting discovery by the film and
television industry the Australian Artist & Talent Register should
become your first step on the road to discovery and success.
A quick browse through the other categories, Actors, Dancers,
Musicians, Models & Designers shows what a comprehensive site
and valuable resource it really is.
“The site is ever evolving with new categories being added
including a Designer Market for market sellers to also promote their
unique wares outside of the market, this has created a lot of interest
and feed back “ says Robert.
Checkout the sites at:
The Australian Artist & Talent Register: www.atalent.com.au
Designer Markets: www.designermarkets.com.au
Art4Life an Online Art competition site: www.art4life.com.au
Rent the Site - available for industry sponsorship, charity or to
combine with a current exhibition for public participation.
Phone 07 3868 4066 or Email for more information:
*The Australian Artist & Talent Register does not act as an agent or
take commissions and always recommends that you seek a reputable
Art Gallery or Agent to represent your interests.
Self portrait - Debbie Robinson
Nude by - Pennelope Gilbert-Ng
Ancestors - Debbie Robinson
web site promotes the arts
Who are Australian, good looking, sing likethe heavens have opened and areAustralia’s longest running export? It’s The Ten Tenors, and they’re cominghome with a brand new show called ThePower of Ten.
Ahit overseas with sold-out shows in Europe, acclaimed by the critics andhailed as their best yet, this show punches it up with renditions of rock songslike you’ve never heard them before, including Meatloaf’s I Would Do
Anything For Love and the famed Ike and Tina Turner rhythmic rocker, River Deep,Mountain High.They tip their hat to fellow Aussies, AC/DC, opening The Power Of Ten with themight of a ten-muscled-voice-de-force, performing Thunderstruck in what isprobably its craziest incarnation.“Ten voices, in full thundering flight, fill every corner of the room,” says musicaldirector, Graham Foote, who is also one of the classically-trained, twenty or thirty-something, handsome, personable Tenors. “This show is new, different and powerful. “But it’s not all heart-thumping, chest-pounding boldness. It’s a two hour ebb andflow of rock’s greatest hits alongside classical favourites, making for a fluid, dramatic
and tender concert experience.”Their beautiful arrangement of the Seal hit Kiss From A Rose, through to the sung-in-Spanish, passionate, suave and powerful En Aranjuez con tu Amore – a famousmelody that is deliberately “tenorial”; as well as their tribute to Pavarotti, the operaticsong with soaring high notes, Rondine al nido; to the famous operative aria and theboys’ hallmark, Vesti la Giubba (perhaps the most famous after Nessun Dorma); toQueen’s The Show Must Go On, Paul McCartney’s Live and Let Die and SarahMcLachlan’s Angel, to any of the other incredible moments that fill this stunningshow. In Queensland, The Ten Tenors, renowned for their on-stage larrikinism, will beencouraging audiences to cheer, whistle, clap and shout and make as much noiseas they possibly can at: Townsville’s Civic Theatre on May 30 (4727 9797); theMackay Entertainment Centre - June 1 (www.mackaytix.com.au); Rockhampton’sPilbeam Theatre - June 2 (www.pilbeamtheatre.com.au); Maryborough’s BrolgaTheatre - June 4 (www.brolgatheatre.org); Brisbane’s Queensland Performing ArtsCentre’s Concert Hall - June 6 (www.qpac.com.au); and Toowoomba’s EmpireTheatre - June 7 (www.empiretheatre.com.au).Emerging from their tenth professional year, The Ten Tenors have released eightalbums; sold more than 1.3 million; gone multi-platinum; released four live concertDVDs; will release another one later this year from Spain; performed more than1,700 international concerts in 21 countries on six continents; and sold in excess of3.3 million concert tickets.
power of 10
Prestigious chamber music event
The Australian Festival of Chamber Music, recognised as the most prestigious
international chamber music event in the Southern Hemisphere, launched its most
diverse and exciting season to date with a special 20th anniversary performance in
Brisbane.
The program will feature a mix of contemporary chamber music artists such as Synergy
Percussion and renowned didgeridoo artist and composer William Barton, with not-to-be-
missed performances from long-time favourites, including the Australian String Quartet, the
Goldner String Quartet and local Brisbane-born violinist James Cuddeford.
“An exquisite location, paired with friendly people and outstanding performances by
national and international musicians is what draws people back to Townsville year after year.
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, we have pulled together an innovative and diverse
program to inspire arts and chamber music lovers of all ages,” says event general manager,
Yvette Braithwaite Bragg.
The Festival also attracts some of the finest chamber musicians from around the world,
and this year will host high calibre artists including bassoonist Matthew Wilkie from
Germany, cellists Louise Hopkins from the UK and Young Chan Cho from Seoul, German
guitarist Karin Schaupp and Canadian pianist Bernadene Blaha.
At the launch event
renowned Australian
pianist and event
artistic director Piers
Lane, gave an intimate
performance of works
by Frederic Chopin
and Robert
Schumann and
invited classical music
lovers to join him in
Townsville: “With an
enviable global
reputation for the
quality of its
distinguished artists, the Australian Festival of Chamber Music has become a happy meeting
place for Australian and overseas visitors who enjoy the opportunity to hear and meet
international musicians in a wonderfully inviting and unsurpassed tropical winter setting.”
Details of the 30 July to 7 August event are on: www.afcm.com.au
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This is the mostimportant new Jaguar foryears...
The XF is undoubtedly a make-or-break car for Jaguar, and will
challenge the Audi A6 and BMW 5-Series in a way the S-Type
never managed. What’s more, it shows how the next generation
of models from the Coventry firm will be styled: rather than look to the
past, the XF is every inch a modern machine.
Inside, the cabin takes an even big ger leap forward, with a new low-
set dash and moody blue lighting. There is more space and, thanks to
the taller roof, extra rear headroom as well.
Starting the car is a real occasion. Press the ‘power’ button, which
pulses red like a heartbeat, and the cylindrical JaguarDrive gearshift
rises gracefully, while the air vents slide open.
Other neat features inside include proximity-sensitive lights – a
wave of a hand is all that’s needed to illuminate them – and a
touchscreen for the sat-nav and stereo system. But it is how the XF
behaves on the road that we’re really interested in.
Even around town the XF impresses, cosseting occupants exactly as
a Jag uar should and soaking up bumps with ease. It’s great on the
motorway too, where the stability-enhancing aerody namic undertray
and taut body control really come into their own.
“We wanted a car you could drive for 1,000km and arrive still feeling
fresh,” explains Jaguars’ test driver Schuhbauer. “But it also had to offer
best-in-class agility and steer ing. We looked at our competitors, yet our
target was the XK; we wanted the XF to drive like a saloon version.”
With a stiffer body than the S-Type, a wider track and XK suspension,
the XF relishes twisty roads. The SV8 gets 20-inch alloy wheels with
CATS adaptive dampers, too, so it barely rolls in corners, even at high
speed.
It’s not only the ride and handling balance that impress. With
560Nm of torque, the supercharged V8 delivers incredible pace. Clever
tuning means the exhaust’s off-beat rumble – set against the
supercharger whine – ent ers the cabin only under hard acceler ation,
and the car is a highly refined cruiser. The six-speed auto is fabu lous,
too, giving super-smooth shifts and an even snappier Sport mode.
Steering wheel-mounted paddles, which blip the engine on the
downchange, complete the powertrain highlights.
Even from the passenger seat, it’s clear Jaguar is on to a winner with
the XF. It finally shrugs off the past – and ensures the British marque
can look forward to a bright future.
Choice of engines and performance
The MY11 XF Diesel S now comes with an XFR-derived interior as
standard, while the Adaptive Dynamics system, currently featured on
the XFR and XK range, is available as an option on the high-
performance diesel.
The XF Luxury model includes many premium features as standard:
Bond Grain leather seats; Phosphor Blue halo illumination and interior
mood lighting; seven-inch full colour touch-screen display; six-speed
automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential ShiftTM and Jaguar
Sense and Jaguar Smart Key SystemTM with Keyless Start. The Luxury
model comes in a selection of 13 colours and has five different alloy wheel
designs to choose from.
Geoff Cousins, Managing Director, Jaguar UK said: "While our class-leading
diesel engine is by far the most popular engine in the range, we would like to
appeal to low mileage drivers who do not necessarily want or need to drive a
diesel. By reducing the entry price for the XF range, we have made our four-
door saloon even better value for money."
Choice of engines include:
3.0 litre v6 Petrol - 175kw & 293Nm of torque
3.0 Litre V6 Diesel - 202Kw and 600Nm of torque - 0-100kph in 6.4 seconds
5.0 Litre Naturally Aspirated V8 petrol - 283Kw - 0-100kph in 5.7 seconds
5.0 Litre Supercharged V8 Petrol - XFR - 375Kw - 0-100kph in 4.9 seconds
AJ-V8 Gen III petrol engines and AJ-V6D Gen III diesel engines deliver more
power and more performance with comparable or better fuel economy and
emissions than the engines they superseded.
a rare blend of art and performance,science and beauty...
Jaguar
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Jaguar presents Stephanie Riceas brand ambassadorSunshine Jaguar announced the newly appointedJaguar ambassador is Stephanie Rice.
Olympic gold medalist Stephanie Rice waschosen by Jaguar for the same reason... they bothcontinue to push the boundaries with outstandingperformance, sporting style and sophistication.
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OCEANIC IMPORTS
Open 7 days, 791 Eumundi-Noosa Rd Doonan.
Ph 07 5449 1049 Mob 0419 148 499 email: [email protected]
DISPLAY CENTRE WITHIN ‘THE YARDLANDSCAPE & NURSERY SUPPLIES’
• Unique range of natural pebbles• Hand crafted pavers in volcanic & sandstone
• Stackwall & stone rockwall features• Statues pots & water features
To view our full range of products visit
www.oceanicimports.com.au
Retreat from the world... into your own
backyard
Direct importers of quality
stone products
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