A culinary sensation 15 February - 24 March 2011 · [email protected] PIAF presents Fraudulent Behaviour - Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place, Albany. Cost: $37.50 This

Great SouthernWESTERN AUSTRALIANaturally

A culinary sensation

15 February - 24 March 2011

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o Russell Blaikie grew up in Margaret River on a farm where his passion for pro-duce and provenance began. He worked in London with one of Europe’s greatest chefs, Anton Mosimann. He now co-owns the highly successful Must Winebar in Perth and Must Margaret River, is a regular on 720 ABC’s Drive Program and has recently authored Must Eat, his first cookbook.o Vince Garreffa is a gregarious and lov-

able butcher, businessman, chef and media personality. The ‘Prince of Flesh’ began his career as a butcher in 1965 and opened his own store in 1979. A larger-than-life charac-ter, Vince still runs his own butcher shop as well as offering meat workshops and cooking classes. o Sabrina Hahn is a highly entertaining

media figure, known for her regular Saturday morning gardening talkback show Roots and Shoots on ABC Radio. As well as running a successful garden design and consulting business and her media commitments, Sab-rina works in remote Aboriginal communities in the Kimberley estabalishing edible gardens to improve children’s health.o Verity James is a vivacious media

personality and writer who was a broadcaster with the ABC for 25 years. During the last five years as a freelancer, Verity has owned and run a fresh produce business and currently writes for WA’s Spice Magazine, works for ABC radio, tutors at Edith Cowan University in broadcasting and is a funeral celebrant!o Vince Velletri is passionate about

cooking with fresh food, produced locally, as well as being passionate about eating it! Vincenzo has worked at some of the finest Italian restaurants in Perth and opened his own restaurant, Fondi, specialising in wood-fired oven cooking. We’re pleased to welcome Vincenzo back to Taste.o Sophie Zalokar is an accomplished

chef and food writer. Sophie grew up in the Barossa Valley in South Australia and trained as a chef with renowned cook, TV food presenter and food manufacturer Mag-gie Beer at The Pheasant Farm Restaurant. Sophie and her family now live in Pemberton where they’re about to launch ‘Foragers Field Kitchen & Cooking School’. A purpose built-facility on a small farm, offering educational culinary tourism experiences.

Our Special Guests

Taste Great Southern Perth Launch – Private Dining Room, Globe Restaurant, Parmelia Hilton, Mill St, PerthTaste Great Southern 2011 celebrates the synergy between food, wine, agriculture and tourism. This year’s programme offers an eclectic mix of events that will showcase the quality and range of the region’s food and wine producers. 12noon – 2pm. By invitation only.

Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menu Join the welcoming staff for daily delights such as oysters, yabbies, squid, goats curd, venison, bush spice, fresh herbs, vegetables, extra virgin olive oil and breads - all grown within a few kilometres of their door. 11.30am – 2pm. Bookings: 9841 2475 or email [email protected]

The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch – The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSit, relax by the lake and enjoy the Taste Great Southern Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch. Created for the festival, savour a selection of taste sensations using fresh local and organic produce and complemented with the handmade gourmet VinoFood range. 11am – 5pm. Bookings: 9848 2444 or email [email protected]

French-inspired Tasting Plate - Ducketts Mill Wines & Denmark Farmhouse Cheese, 1678 Scotsdale Tourist Drive, Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $25This French-inspired tasting platter for one, is a selection of award-winning artisan Denmark Farmhouse Cheeses served with an award-winning glass of Ducketts Mill Wine. Meet the cheese makers and taste some of their produce, handmade on the farm. Open: 10am - 4pm; last orders: 3pm. Ph: 9840 9844 or email [email protected]

Medley of Marron – Picnic in the Paddock Cafe, 198 McIntyre Road, Denmark. Cost: $39.95 - $79.95 Enjoy Denmark’s freshwater lobster prepared in six different ways. Marron supplied by Abbivale Marron. Lunch bookings recommended. Cafe open 10am – 5pm; Kitchen open 12noon – 3pm. Bookings: 9840 9016 or email [email protected]

Le Hot Jazz – Liberte at the London, 162 Stirling Terrace, Albany. Cost: $45 Enjoy Hot Jazz and cold wine at Liberte at the London. Sit back and relax with cold local beverages and French-styled nibbles while local jazz musicians heat up the room. 6pm – late. Bookings: 9847 4797 or email [email protected]

Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menu See listing Monday 28 February.

Tuesday - February 15

Monday - February 28

Tuesday - March 1

The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch – The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSee listing Monday 28 February.

Great Southern Bush Food – Albany Residency Museum, Co-op Building. Cost: $45 Skal International Albany invites you to join their members and enjoy outback bush foods. Local guest chef Greg Pepall will demonstrate the art of cooking and combining native delights. 6.30pm – 9.30pm. Bookings: 9842 5969 or email [email protected]

PIAF presents Fraudulent Behaviour - Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place, Albany. Cost: $37.50 This philosophically playful exploration of everyday lies and self-deception uses prose, an invisible friend, a decoy duck and cardboard cut-outs to create a witty and thoughtful performance in response to Nietzsche’s assertion: ‘we need lies in order to live’. 8pm. Bookings: BOCS Ticketing on 9844 5005.

French-inspired Tasting Plate - Ducketts Mill Wines & Denmark Farmhouse Cheese, 1678 Scotsdale Tourist Drive, Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $25See listing Monday 28 February.

Buy West Eat Best Taste Dinner – Stone Mason’s Distillery, Lot 10 Albany Highway, Kojonup. Cost: TBC Enjoy the culinary delights at Stone Mason’s Distillery when their chef works with local fresh produce to present a menu from the highly successful Department of Agriculture & Food Buy West Eat Best Cookbook. Bookings: 9831 0999 or email [email protected]

Great Southern Institute of Technology ‘Master Class’ with Dan Sharp - Oranje Tractor Winery, 198 Link Road, Marbelup. Cost $135Talented chef Dan Sharp from Sharp Infusion will lead you through an evening of learning, laughing and, of course, a delicious four-course seafood feast with a glass of complimentary Oranje Tractor wine. 6 – 9pm. Bookings: 9892 7504 or email [email protected]

Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch – The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSee listing Monday 28 February.Medley of Marron – Picnic in the Paddock Cafe, 198 McIntyre Road, Denmark. Cost: $39.95 - $79.95See listing Tuesday 1 March.French-inspired Tasting Plate - Ducketts Mill Wines & Denmark Farmhouse Cheese, 1678 Scotsdale Tourist Drive, Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $25See listing Monday 28 February.

Wednesday - March 2

Taste Great Southern 2011 Launch – Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place, AlbanyBe entertained by Slap My Thighs Call Me Barbara, while sampling the fresh produce and wines of the Great Southern region. Take in the delights of the new regional entertainment centre in Albany and enjoy the fresh produce and culinary conversation overlooking the fabulous King George Sound. Hosted by Verity James with special guest chef Russell Blaikie. 5.30pm-7.30pm. By invitation only.

Degustation Dinner with 3Drops Wines, Local Produce and special guest Russell Blaikie – York Street Cafe, 184 York Street, Albany. Cost: $95 This award-winning eatery is pleased to offer a delicious degustation dinner matched with delightful 3Drops Wines. Join wine producer Joanne Bradbury, MC Verity James, York Street chefs and special guest chef Russell Blaikie as they guide you through some of the best food and wine from the region. 7pm. Bookings: 9842 1666 or email [email protected]


Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.

Medley of Marron – Picnic in the Paddock Cafe, 198 McIntyre Road, Denmark. Cost: $39.95 - $79.95See listing Tuesday 1 March.


Great Southern Institute of Technology ‘Master Class’ with Dan Sharp - Oranje Tractor Winery, 198 Link Road, Marbelup. Cost $135 See listing for Wednesday 2 March.

Graze Mount Barker – Galafrey Wines, 432 Quangellup Road, Mt Barker; Gilberts, RMB 30138 Albany Highway, Kendenup; West Cape Howe, 14923 Muir Highway, Mt Barker (‘Old Goundrey Property’); Plantagenet, Lot 45 Albany Highway, Mt Barker. Cost: 1 winery - $15; 2 - $30; 3 - $45; 4 - $55 Graze your way through the wonderful wineries of Mount Barker – at your leisure – all long weekend. Indulge in a graze plate of regional flavours and a glass of wine. Bookings: 9851 2022 or 9851 4028 or email [email protected] or www.grazemtbarker.com

Friday - March 4

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Welcome to Rats Bar at Bay Merchants from Alkoomi Wines – Bay Merchants, 18 Adelaide Crescent, Middleton Beach, Albany. Cost: $75 Alkoomi Wines and Rats Bar at Bay Merchants invite you to a Sundowner Soirée to taste delicious local delicacies matched to Alkoomi Wines, including new releases of The Icon Range – 2007 Blackbutt, 2007 Jarrah Shiraz and the 2005 Wandoo Semillon. Come and enjoy the start of something new at Middleton while grooving to the sounds of Rod Vervest and Bob Lipinski. 4pm – 6pm. Bookings: 9855 2229

Moombaki Wines @ The Old Pantry Degustation Dinner – The Old Pantry, 11 Mt Shadforth Road, Denmark. Cost: $85 Join us for a rare treat on the eve of Moombaki’s 11th Vintage - a degustation menu featuring current and rare museum wines, carefully matched with a delectable selection of truly local and lovingly prepared produce. 7pm. Bookings: 9840 8006 or email [email protected]

Italy by Region, Wood-Fired @ Castelli Estate – Castelli Estate, 390 Mt Shadforth Road, Denmark. Cost: $100 (food and wine included). Take a culinary journey as Castelli Estate’s award-winning wines are paired with dishes that explore the tastes of different Italian regions. Cooked by Vincenzo Velletri in the Castelli’s traditional wood-fired oven. Explore the scents and flavours of the traditional Italian kitchen. 7pm – late. Bookings: 9848 2055 or email [email protected]


Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.


Romeo & Juliet in the Vineyard - West Cape Howe Wines, 14923 Muirs Highway, Mount Barker. Cost: $40Bring a rug, picnic basket, chairs. Woodfired pizza available. NO BYO alcohol. Gates open 5.30pm. Play starts 7pm. Bookings: 9892 1444 or email [email protected]

Great Southern Institute of Technology ‘Master Class’ with Russell Blaikie - Boatshed, Princess Royal Drive, Albany. Cost: $65Watch the sun go down over Princess Royal Harbour with one of WA’s finest chefs, Russell Blaikie, as you learn the trick to preparing a perfect paella in his monster ‘La paella’ (paella pan). Later, gather around to sample the feast with a complimentary glass of Forest Hill Estate wine. 6-9pm. Bookings: 9892 7504 or email [email protected] French-inspired Tasting Plate - Ducketts Mill Wines & Denmark Farmhouse Cheese, 1678 Scotsdale Tourist Drive, Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $25See listing Monday 28 February.

Albany Farmers Market – Collie Street, Albany. Cost: FreeReal farmers from their farms down the road, selling fresh produce they’ve grown and reared themselves. The markets, held every Saturday, offers a huge range of the very freshest seasonally available fruits, vegetables, farmed meats, and dairy products including milk, cream, ice-cream, cheese, fish, seafood and much more. 8am – 12noon. www.albanyfarmersmarket.com.au

Pioneer Picnic – Tree Top Walk, Valley of the Giants, off South Coast Highway. Cost: $50/$25 children under 10 The Tree Top Walk is hosting a Pioneer Picnic showcasing the traditional foods of the early pioneers of the region. Enjoy tasty local foods cooked in the old fashioned way by special guest Mondo Meats’ Prince of Flesh, Vince Garreffa. Come and enjoy a bush band, bush poets and local artist. Licensed bar. 5.30pm – 9.30pm. Bookings: 9840 8263 or email [email protected]

Movie Extra Tropfest Under the Stars at Madfish Wines – Howard Park Wines, 241 Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $20 movie tickets/Optional ‘Taste of Provence’ Tasting Plate $25 per person (bookings essential) Don’t miss the screening of the world’s largest short film festival under the stars at Howard Park’s Denmark Winery and enjoy traditional provincial-style cuisine prepared by Xavier Poupel of Terroir and Table. Gates open 6pm. Film screening 7.45pm. Bookings: 9848 2796 or email [email protected] or www.madfishwines.com.au

Food for the Soul Dinner with special guest Master Celebrity Chef Russell Blaikie –The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $120 (includes food and wine) Indulge your senses in every way, starting with pre-dinner canapés and drinks on the deck overlooking the lake to a spectacular four course feast of culinary delights. Cooked from the heart by renowned Perth celebrity chef Russell Blaikie (award-winning Must Winebar) and matched with The Lake House Denmark’s award-winning Single Vineyard Block Series and Premium Reserve wines. From 6.30pm. Bookings: 9848 2444 or email [email protected]

Taste of the Great Southern Degustation Menu – Lavender Cottage Restaurant, 55 Peels Place, Albany. Cost: $89 A six course, degustation dinner offering mostly produce from the Great Southern region. All beautifully arranged and prepared by Joel! 7pm – late. Bookings: 9842 2073.

Saturday - March 5

Seafood & Spice Degustation – Matilda’s Estate, Pepper & Salt Restaurant, 18 Hamilton Road, Denmark. Cost: $135 (includes food and wine)Experience the flare of chef Silas Masih as he guides you through a taste sensation showcasing only the finest produce the Great Southern has to offer. Winemaker Coby Ladwig will be on hand to share his knowledge and enthusiasm about our stunning wine region and the highly successful local football team. 7pm. Bookings: 9848 1951 or email [email protected] Perth International Arts Festival presents Playmakers - Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place, Albany. Cost: $35From solos to unique collaborations, Playmakers come together to feature their instruments and music in jams. 8pm. Bookings: BOCS Ticketing on 9844 5005.

Graze Mount Barker – Galafrey Wines, 432 Quangellup Road, Mt Barker; Gilberts, RMB 30138 Albany Highway, Kendenup; West Cape Howe, 14923 Muir Highway, Mt Barker (‘Old Goundrey Property’); Plantagenet, Lot 45 Albany Highway, Mt Barker. Cost: 1 winery - $15; 2 - $30; 3 - $45; 4 - $55See listing Friday 4 March.Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.

The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch –The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSee listing Monday 28 February.



Breaking Bread in Your Kitchen Garden – Silverstream Wines, 2365 Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $90 (includes food and wine)Let Sabrina Hahn guide you through the gardens of Silverstream Wines, learn bread making skills with Sophie Zalokar, enjoy a Provencale-style lunch from Xavier Poupel from Terroir & Table, accompanied by delicious wines from Silverstream. 10.30am – 2pm. Bookings: 9840 9119 or 0413 524 743 or email [email protected]

Long Table Greek Odyssey Luncheon – Henry Jones Winery Cafe, 36 India Street, Broomehill Village. Cost: $100The Greek’s zest for living, love of music, dance and conversation is reflected in their hearty approach to good eating – come celebrate and enjoy! 11am – 5pm. Bookings: 9824 1513 or email [email protected]

Sunday - March 6

Sea Harvest: Ocean to Plate Long Table Luncheon catered by Sharp Infusion – Yilgarnia Cellardoor, 1847 Redmond West Road, Redmond. 18km from Denmark via Keith Road, South Coast Highway; 46km from Albany via Sleeman Road, South Coast Highway or Albany Highway. Cost: $97 (includes food and wine)Enjoy the delights of a three-course, wine-matched, seafood long table luncheon featuring delicacies from the Southern Ocean prepared by the face of Great Southern Seafood, Daniel Sharp. Oysters and champagne on arrival. Jazz trio entertainment. 11.30am for 12noon. Bookings: 9845 3031 or 0428 453 031 or email [email protected] Masih vs Russell Blaikie Cook-off – Matilda’s Estate, Pepper & Salt Restaurant, 18 Hamilton Road, Denmark. Cost: Free Join in for another famous Matilda’s Sunday Session with local groovers, Four Left Feet. Pepper & Salt Restaurant’s Silas Masih will go head-to-head with Must Winebar’s Russell Blaikie in an entertaining cook-off during intermission. Gourmet burgers will be available throughout the event, all wines available by the glass or bottle. 4 – 7pm. Bookings: 9848 1951 or email [email protected]

Porongurup Wine Festival – Ironwood Estate Wines, 2191 Porongurup Road, Porongurup. Cost: $15Come and celebrate the Taste of all the wines from the 10 Porongurup wineries under one large marquee and enjoy the return of the One Wok Wonder.Two heats of 12 people in a cook-off using their own woks, one secret ingredient as well as local produce of chicken, honey and wine. Guest judges: Vince Garreffa and Verity James. 11am – 5pm. Bookings: 9853 1126 or email [email protected]

The Waifs @ Castelli Estate - Castelli Estate, 380-390 Mt Shadforth Road, Denmark. Cost: $55 adults/$20 under 12s/$5 under 3s (all plus booking fees)To mark the release of The Waifs’ sixth studio album, ‘Temptation’, the band are touring the nation including returning to the Great Southern and playing at Castelli’s. Gates open 5pm. Event finishes 10pm. Food and wine available. Bookings: www.heatseeker.com.au, www.castelliestate.com.au or Denmark Liquor Store.Graze Mount Barker – Galafrey Wines, 432 Quangellup Road, Mt Barker; Gilberts, RMB 30138 Albany Highway, Kendenup; West Cape Howe, 14923 Muir Highway, Mt Barker (‘Old Goundrey Property’); Plantagenet, Lot 45 Albany Highway, Mt Barker. Cost: 1 winery - $15; 2 - $30; 3 - $45; 4 - $55See listing Friday 4 March.Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch –The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSee listing Monday 28 February.Medley of Marron – Picnic in the Paddock Cafe, 198 McIntyre Road, Denmark. Cost: $39.95 - $79.95See listing Tuesday 1 March.

The Old Pantry & Artisan Brewing Degustation - The Old Pantry, 12 Mt Shadforth Place, Denmark. Cost: $78You’re invited to indulge in a five course degustation dinner matched to WA’s top micro brews showcasing the slow cures and various charcuterie with emphasis on true nose to tail practices. 6pm. Bookings: 9848 1260 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

Albany Boatshed Fisherman & Farmers Markets – Boatshed, Princess Royal Drive, Albany. Cost: FreeCelebrate sustainable and seasonal produce grown right here in the Great Southern. Live music every week and live cooking demonstrations every month by local chef, Daniel Sharp. www.albanyboatshedmarkets.com


Sea of Tastes 2011 – Mt Romance, The Sandalwood Cafe, Cnr Down Road and Albany Highway, Albany. Cost: $15 per plate; $5 per glass of wine. Enjoy Greek mezze garlic prawns or baked sardines both served with Greekish Salad. Music by Andy Crawford. Wines: Southern Indulgence 2010 and Southern Flame Red 2009. 11am – 2pm. Bookings: 9845 6819 or [email protected] Southern Wine Tasting – Denmark Tavern, South Coast Highway, Denmark. Cost: Free. Sample some of the wonderful wines from across the region at this free tasting event. Chat with local winemakers about the regions’ wines and how they’re made. 10% discount on any Great Southern Wines purchased at the Tastings from the Denmark Tavern’s fully stocked bottle shop. 5 – 8pm. Bookings: 9848 1084.Graze Mount Barker – Galafrey Wines, 432 Quangellup Road, Mt Barker; Gilberts, RMB 30138 Albany Highway, Kendenup; West Cape Howe, 14923 Muir Highway, Mt Barker (‘Old Goundrey Property’); Plantagenet, Lot 45 Albany Highway, Mt Barker. Cost: 1 winery - $15; 2 - $30; 3 - $45; 4 - $55See listing Friday 4 March.Great Southern Lunch Sensations – Vancouver Cafe, 65 Vancouver Street, Albany. Cost: as per menuSee listing Monday 28 February.

The Lake House Denmark Gourmet Regional Vineyard Lunch –The Lake House, 106 Turner Road (off Mt Shadforth Tourist drive), Denmark. Cost: $70 for 2 peopleSee listing Monday 28 February.Medley of Marron – Picnic in the Paddock Cafe, 198 McIntyre Road, Denmark. Cost: $39.95 - $79.95See listing Tuesday 1 March.French-inspired Tasting Plate - Ducketts Mill Wines & Denmark Farmhouse Cheese, 1678 Scotsdale Tourist Drive, Scotsdale Road, Denmark. Cost: $25See listing Monday 28 February.

Monday - March 7

Accommodation enquiries throughout the Great Southern region can be directed to:Denmark Visitor Centre - 9848 2055; email: [email protected]; www.denmark.com.auAlbany Visitor Centre - 9841 9377; email: [email protected]; www.albanytourist.com.auMt Barker Visitor Centre - 9851 1163; email: [email protected]; www.mountbarkertourismwa.com.auKojonup Visitor Centre - 9831 0500; email: [email protected]; www.kojonupvisitors.com

General enquiries regarding Taste Great Southern 2011 to Denmark Visitor Centre on 9848 2055.

TASTE Great Southern 2011 is proudly coordinated by Great Southern Tourism Events, the business arm of

Denmark Tourism Incorporated.

For the full list of Perth International Arts Festival events please refer to www.perthfestival.com.au

To fi nd out more about events happening throughout the year in the Great Southern please check the website at


մե ursday - March 24Taste Great Southern Dinner in Perth - Private dining room, Globe Restaurant, Parmelia Hilton Perth. Cost: $140. As part of the Taste festival, the Globe Restaurant is pleased to present a fi ve course long table dinner of the best produce of the WA’s Great Southern matched with the fi nest wines of the region. 7pm. Bookings: Amee on 9215 2484 or email [email protected]. www.globerestaurant.com.au

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A culinary sensation 15 February - 24 March 2011 · [email protected] PIAF presents Fraudulent Behaviour - Albany Entertainment Centre, 2 Toll Place, Albany. Cost: $37.50 This