Dining Out Port Stephens - June 2013 Issue

Cover #1 THE ONLY PLACE INDIAN - Konkani fish w/ spinach rice on rich coastal coconut, creamy sauce Cover #2 SEAROCK - Greek Lamb Pizza w/ marinated shaved lamb, baby spinach, roast garlic potato, eggplant & creamy feta

How to get there...Air – Newcastle Airport please call...........02 4928 9800Bus – Port Stephens Coaches on.............1800 045 949Rail – Country Link on..........................................131 500

Local Visitors and SataliteInformation Centres

Nelson Bay P: 1800 808 900Victoria Pde Nelson BayRaymond Terrace P: 02 4987 5276Salamander Bay P: 02 4982 7211Tanilba Bay P: 02 4982 4441

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contentsRestaurant Page June2013–November2013

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www.diningout.com.auCatchRestaurantCover-Pan Fried Kingfish Fillet w/ Pine Nuts, Roasted Pumpkin, Binoirie Feta, Roquette & Caramelized Red Onion JamMyPlaceRestaurant,Café&CocktailBarCover-Big Kahuna Seafood Tower

ModernAustralianDepz Restaurant 23Sandpipers Restaurant 38Tails Restaurant 19

Pizza/PastaCasa De Oro 10Il Porto Trattoria 28SeaRock 15Sienna’s Restaurant 37

SeafoodBubs Fish & Chips 3Catch Restaurant 40Depz Restaurant 23Fishermen’s Wharf Seafoods 13Long Boat Café 2Rock Lobster Restaurant 7Sandpipers Restaurant 38Sienna’s Restaurant 37Tails Restaurant 19The Point Restaurant 39

SpanishCasa De Oro 10

Steak Bay Breeze Bistro 20 & 21Blue Water Grill 6Hogs Breath Café 25SeaRock 15

TakeAwayAmalies Café & Restaurant 36Bubs Fish & Chips 3Casa De Oro 10Fishermen’s Wharf Seafoods 13Flipped 35Il Porto Trattoria 28Lil Buddha 8Malai Thawng 22Mod Thai & Japanese – Shoal Bay 18Mod Thai – Nelson Bay 34Mod Thai – Salamander Bay 29Sienna’s Restaurant 37The Only Place Indian 16 & 17

ThaiMalai Thawng 22Mod Thai & Japanese – Shoal Bay 18Mod Thai – Nelson Bay 34Mod Thai – Salamander Bay 29

WaterfrontDiningBubs Fish & Chips 3Fishermen’s Wharf Seafoods 13Hogs Breath Café 25Rock Lobster Restaurant 7Sandyfoot Café & Bar 9SeaRock 15The Point Restaurant 39

FeaturesAttractions 12Content 5Map 4Phone App 24Special Events 32 & 33Welcome to Port Stephens Blue Water Paradise 30 & 31

AlacarteAmalies Café & Restaurant 36Blue Water Grill 6Catch Restaurant 40 Depz Restaurant 23Il Porto Trattoria 28Long Boat Café 2Rock Lobster Restaurant 7Sandpipers Restaurant 38SeaRock 15The Point Restaurant 39

AsianLil Buddha 8Malai Thawng 22Mod Thai & Japanese – Shoal Bay 18Mod Thai – Nelson Bay 34Mod Thai – Salamander Bay 29

Bar/BistroBay Breeze Bistro 20 & 21Blue Water Grill 6Sandyfoot Café & Bar 9Tails Restaurant 19

Buffet Moonshadow Cruises 11

CaféAmalies Café & Restaurant 36Bubs Fish & Chips 3Flipped 35Long Boat Café 2Medowie Macadamia Café 14Sandyfoot Café & Bar 9

CasualCuisineAmalies Café & Restaurant 36Fishermen’s Wharf Seafoods 13Flipped 35Long Boat Café 2Sandyfoot Café & Bar 9SeaRock 15Sienna’s Restaurant 37

Club/HotelBay Breeze Bistro 20 & 21Blue Water Grill 6Tails Restaurant 19

DiningPrecinctsd’Albora Marina 26 & 27

Elegant/FineDiningCatch Restaurant 40The Point Restaurant 39 FloatingRestaurantMoonshadow Cruises 11

IceCream/DessertMedowie Macadamia Café 14

IndianThe Only Place Indian 16 & 17

ItalianIl Porto Trattoria 28Sienna’s Restaurant 37

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Howtogetthere...Air – Newcastle Airport please call...........02 4928 9800Bus – Port Stephens Coaches on.............1800 045 949Rail – Country Link on..........................................131 500

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Dizzy LanD Fun Park anD amusement Centre 1a Oakvale Drive, Salt Ash, NSW 2318 Indoor/outdoor Family Fun! Enjoy the smell of Fairy Floss & Popcorn as your kids have a Blast at Dizzyland - ‘The Happiest Place in the Hunter”. Kids come & play - parents don’t have to pay.

Unlimited Play 10am -4pm. Open weekends, Public & School Holidays [email protected]. 02 4978 1244

OakvaLe Farm anD Fauna WOrLDNelson Bay Rd, Salt Ash Farm animals and native fauna, pony & tractor rides, merry go round, BBQ areas and kiosk. Watch the baby animals and duck feeding. RMB 2828 [email protected] www.oakvalefarm.com.au. 02 4982 6222

Fighter WOrLD inC RAAF Base Williamtown Fighter aircraft & engines, photographic displays, aircraft models, weapons, videos, observation deck, restaurant and more. Located at the RAAF base Williamtown [email protected]. 02 49651810

POrt stePhens COmmunity arts Centre 100 Shoal Bay Rd Nelson BayOpen 10am-4pm daily. The Centre features displays of oil and watercolour paintings, pottery, china and quilting with a range of souvenirs available for sale. 02 4981 3604 [email protected] www.artscentre.nelsonbay.com


taniLba hOuse 32 Caswell Crescent, Tanilba Bay Originally constructed as a family home, Tanilba House was completed for its original owner, Lt William Caswell in 1831, who named the property “Tanilba”, an Aboriginal name meaning “place of white flowers”. Half metre thick stone walls, high ceilings, large rooms, and even a ghost are all part of the colonial charm. 02 4982 4866

meDOWie maCaDamia Farm 672 Medowie Road Medowie Enjoy the tranquil surrounds of Port Stephens only Macadamia farm, while indulging in a fine selection of Macadamia products. Open 9am to 5pm [email protected]. 02 4982 8888 www.medowiemacadamias.com.au

austraLian shark anD ray Centre 686 Marsh Road, Bob’s Farm Entry from $15. An exciting and safe way to meet the ocean’s most awesome critters in the world’s first totally, interactive aquarium. Hand feed sharks, rays & huge fish for the thrill of a lifetime. You can choose to feed from the side with the fish leaping out of the water to take your food, or you can snorkel or walk through the water in waterproof waders with the aquarium packed with nearly 100 different sharks and rays. Feel the adrenalin course through you as FRED-our 80kg stingray comes and gives you a cuddle. The Australian Shark and Ray Centre is all about hands on experiences, and its available rain, hail or shine, year round for everyone from 2 years old. 02 4982 [email protected].

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T 4981 1272 | Stockton St Nelson Bay www.nelsonbaybowlingclub.com.au

Enjoy your local Clubwith family & friends

great foodgreat viewsgreat value

enjoy your meal while the kids play in our kids zone

open for lunch & dinner 7 days

RestaurantModern Australian Cuisine

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Port Stephens or otherwise known as the ‘Blue Water Paradise’ – is a wonderland for boating enthusiasts, fishing fanatics, bush walkers, scuba divers – anyone just wanting to get away from it all.

The Port is two and a half times the volume of Sydney Harbour with its pristine, unpolluted waters, bright sandy beaches, resident bottle nose dolphins and short drives to the many smaller towns around the region, there is always something for everyone.

A popular attraction of the Port is the Tomaree Headland - the most popular bush walking track in the area which was established during World War II as part of the defence system for the East Coast of Australia between 1941 - 1943. Once at the summit you will have the most magnificent views of the Port and surrounding islands, perhaps even spotting a humpback whale on their annual migration from May to October.

Stockton Sand Dunes are another prominent attraction of the area which must be seen to be believed. The contrast between the ocean and the 40 meter high sand peaks are definitely a sight to behold.

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welcome to blue water paradise

This vast area is ideal for quad biking and 4WD enthusiasts, or for those who want to take a more conservative approach, enjoy a camel or horse ride in and around the dunes or along the water’s edge. Try sand boarding down the dunes - it’s fun for everyone.

The Port is supplied with it’s own fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, locally made small goods as well as flavoursome pickles, sauces and preservatives which are found locally from our monthly markets within the area. This wealth of regional produce features in the vast array of Port Stephens restaurants with their creative menus, exquisite water views and amazing dining experiences.

You will want to keep coming back time and time again. Port Stephens is a perfect place to holiday, relax and enjoy the sunshine and calm.

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special events

WEEKLY RAFFLES / BINGOAll Year Round

Nelson Bay Bowling & Rec Club:Monday Mania on sale 5pm & drawn 6pm, Thursday Bowls Club Seafood Raffle on sale 4.30pm & drawn 5.30pm, Friday Wheel of Fortune on sale 4.30pm & drawn 5.45pm & Sunday Variety Raffle drawn at 5pm. Bingo every Monday from 1pm, Thursday from 7.30pm & every Friday from 2pm. Phone 02 4981 1272 for further information

Fingal Bay Sport & Rec Club:Raffles each Wednesday from 6.30pm & Fridays from 5pm. Club Bingo on Monday nights at 7.00pm and Wednesday mornings at 9.30am. A courtesy bus is available from Corlette, Nelson Bay & Shoal Bay every day to and from the club. Phone 02 4984 1244 for further information

MONTHLY MARKETSAll Year Round

Anna Bay Community Markets: Held on the 1st Sat of every month in the Gateway Family Presbyterian Church, 43 Gan Gan Road, Anna Bay

Medowie Markets: Held at the Bull and Bush Motel on the 2nd Sat of each month. 02 4982 9123 for more information

Nelson Bay Craft Markets: Held the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sun of every month in Neil Carroll Park (Fly Point), Nelson Bay. 0419 492 009 for more information

Tomaree Markets: Held the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month at the Tomaree Sports Complex, Salamander Bay. 02 4981 3565 for more information

Tanilba Bay Markets: Held on the 3rd Sat of each month at the Kooindah Shopping Centre Car Park, President Wilson Walk, Tanilba Bay. 02 4982 3567 for more information

HAPPY HOUR VENUES

Nelson Bay Bowling & Rec Club: Fridays from 5pm - 6pm p 02 4981 1272

Nelson Bay Golf Club: Tuesdays from 4.30pm - 6pm & Thursdays from 4pm - 5.30pm p 02 4981 1132

BLUE WATER COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL8 – 10 June 2013 This festival is a unique concept in Country Music with the efforts of the organisers to ‘Bring the Country to the Coast’. We are keen to support young upcoming artists and as such many rising stars perform at our festival. This year new to the program are: Thor Phillips and Dane Sharp and we are also welcoming back seasoned talented performers like The Harmonators who are performing on d’Albora Marinas. The lovely Tamara Stewart is again performing at the festival and for the repeat visitors you can enjoy Steve Passfield in the Foreshore Marquee. www.bluewatercountrymusic.com.au

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NELSON BAY SCULPTURE FESTIVAL1 July 2013 Visit Nelson Bay’s pristine foreshore for a sculptural exhibition and festival with a difference! See sculptures designed to sit in our unique environment and relax to the live music about. Get involved in a sculpting workshop or try your hand at sand sculpting with plenty of competitions for the kids and the whole family www.sculpturesbythebay.com.au

THE PORT STEPHENS GOLF CLASSIC11 - 16 August 2013The Port Stephens Golf Classic is a visitors-only event played over four days. In its 16th year, the Classic will be held over three courses, Nelson Bay, Pacific Dunes and Newcastle. Make sure you book your accommodation NOW. To register phone Nelson Bay Golf Club on 02 4981 1132 or visit http://www.golfportstephens.com.au

FESTIVAL OF THE SENSES 7 September 2013Formally known as Shoal Bay Jazz, Wine & Food Festival, Festival of the Senses is celebrating 20 years of one of the largest gathering of food, wine and music within the region. Experience local produce from the Hunter & Port Stephens areas, sample wine from renowned Hunter Valley wineries, indulge in fresh local produce straight from the supplier or tantalize your taste buds with dishes carefully prepared by experienced local chefs. Be entertained with all this along with live jazz concerts in and around Shoal Bay Resort & Spa. http://www.shoalbayresort.com

CLANS ON THE COAST21 September 2013A Celtic Celebration filled with Pipe Bands, Scottish and Celtic Dancing, singing groups, stalls, ancient battle re-enactments, food, beverages and more. Held at the Tomaree #1 Sports Ground, Nelson Bay. www.clansonthecoast.com.au

TASTES AT THE BAY1 - 3 November 2013 Nelson Bay Foreshore and d’Albora Marina will come alive for an amazing food, wine and jazz festival held annually on the first weekend of November. Enjoy Gourmet food, Hunter premium and boutique wines, craft beer, free entertainment on 5 stages with plenty of kid’s activities too. www.tastesatthebay.com.au

WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT @ THE COUNTRY CLUB HOTELWednesdayEntertainment & HQ Poker @ the Country Club Hotel Thursday Trivia @ the Country Club HotelFriday-SundayFREE Live Entertainment @ the Country Club HotelSundayEntertainment & HQ Poker @ the Country Club Hotelwww.shoalbayresort.com

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Just add The Point RestaurantSample Dishes from our A La Carte MenuAppetisers from $10Melon & blue swimmer crab salad, lime, ginger & chilli dressingScallops on chorizo w/ cauli�ower pureePumpkin & sage fritter, garlic mayonnaise Entrees from $14Australian King Prawns in tempura w/ our own sweet chilli dipping sauceLocal Rock OystersSeafood taster plates to share Mains from $34Mixed grilled seafood - sh, prawns, squid, scallops & Greek salad Local fresh sh - grilled, saute mushroom, pink eye potato & baby spinach w/ pesto mayonnaiseChinese master stock duck on braised red cabbage, hash brown & seville orange sauce Desserts from $16Chocolate mousse meringue sundae, raspberry compoteMalibu & lime leaf creme brulee, orange & almond biscottiWarm banana & macadamia nut pudding, butterscotch sauce w/ vanilla ice cream

Restaurant & CateringAward Winning

Seafood Restaurant

Experience the stylish, yet relaxed atmosphere of The Point. Serving innovative cuisine with an emphasis on seafood.

The Point Restaurant is a complete dining experience with outstanding service. Enjoy a glass of wine from the impressive wine list, or sit on the balcony sipping a cocktail, taking in the sunsets as you look across the breathtaking water views of Port Stephens.

This is an impeccable venue that caters for the intimate diners through to larger party bookings including weddings, functions and conference packages.

Licensed or BYO bottled wine onlyMenu subject to change

Open for Lunch and Dinner (Closed Sunday evenings & Mondays)

Set Menu Dinner Special from $45pp (Not available Saturday evenings)

Dine or enjoy a drink in our lounge area Inside (air conditioned) & outside dining

The Point RestaurantUpstairs - Soldiers Point MarinaSunset Boulevarde, Soldiers Point 2317T 02 49847111 F 02 49847311E [email protected]

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