Inside Portside February 2013

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PORTSIDE Valentine’s Day AT PORTSIDE WHARF FEBRUARY 2013 DINING DID SOMEONE SAY PANCAKES AND WAFFLES? PAGE06 What’s On? PORTSIDE WHARF WELCOMES THE BURRITO BAR PAGE05 LIVING CAPITALISE ON THE GROWTH IN THE COMING YEARS PAGE012 Fashion ADD A DASH OF PANACHE PAGE09 LIFESTYLE A DECENT PROPOSAL PAGE11 THE PLACE TO DINE, SHOP AND LIVE INSIDE

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Portside Wharf Online Magazine. Whether you want to browse trendy fashion boutiques, stroll along the Brisbane River, sip refreshing cocktails as the sun sets or indulge in long lunches at one of the many delicious restaurants and eateries, Portside Wharf is buzzing with an infectious energy that simply must not be missed

Transcript of Inside Portside February 2013

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PORTSIDE

Valentine’s DayAT PORTSIDE WHARF

FEBRUARY 2013

DININGDID SOmEOnE SAY

PAncAkES AnD WAFFlES?

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What’s On?Portside Wharf

Welcomes the Burrito Bar

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LIVINGcAPITAlISE On THE

gROWTH In THEcOmIng YEARS

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Fashion

ADD A DASH OF PAnAcHE

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lifestYleA DEcEnT PROPOSAl

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THE PlAcE TO DInE, SHOP AnD lIVE

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CONTENTS

WHATS On

YOUR GUIDE TO PORTSIDE WHARF

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february - the month that often spells the beginning of the end for New Year’s resolutions. the month of faded tans - remnants of what now seems like a distant christmas holiday. the month when “festively plump” is no longer an excuse for those few extra kilos.

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But february is also the month of tennis; of one day cricket matches; and of course, of love. so come with us and discover what’s happening for Valentine’s day as well as the latest deals, discounts and fashions as we take you inside Portside.

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to really get you in the mood, ella Bache hamilton is offering a luxurious one hour couples package including a facial and relaxing foot massage in your own private room with the ambiance of candlelight and chocolates on arrival for $160.00.

celebrate Valentine’s day the lebanese way at Byblos and share a mediterranean-inspired banquet with cocktail on arrival for $75.00.

WHAT’S ON

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GUSTO DA GIANNI

DENDY CINEMA

Valentine’s Day

No one does romance like the italians and Gusto da Gianni has really turned up the heat with an authentic four-course italian set menu complete with a glass of Nino franco Prosecco. Woo your lover as you feed them dishes like cannelloni filled with cream of pumpkin and buffalo mozzarella in a gorgonzola sauce, all for just $99.00.

dendy is taking the tradition of “dinner and a movie” to a whole new level. enjoy a scrumptious seafood or mushroom and asparagus risotto, chocolate dipped strawberries and sparkling wine whilst watching the academy award nominated film anna Karenina starring Kiera Knightley and Jude law for $25.00.

stare longingly into each other’s eyes as you sip bubbly and devour three delicious courses at restaurant manx for $110.00.

for something a little different, try a Japanese degustation at sono for $95.00. take your loved one on a culinary journey of traditional Japanese dishes and wash them down with a selection of wines, handpicked by the in-house somelier for an extra $50.00.

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add to the romance by sharing a plate of tapas at cruisers cafe Bar & Grill before indulging in your choice of main and dessert, all complemented by a glass of french champagne for just $65.00.

WHAT’S ON

CRUISERS CAFE BAR & GRILL

We all know oysters are the ultimate aphrodisiac and fresh N Wild fish has plenty of them! You’re more than welcome to dine in but something tells us you’ll probably just want to get to them to take-away...

FRESH N WILD FISH

Portside Wharf Welcomes THE BURRITO BAR

Bringing a little bit of mexico to Portside Wharf, the Burrito Bar will be open and serving tequila and tacos by the end of this month! franchisor, luke mcGrath has several successful restaurants across Brisbane and the Gold coast and we are thrilled that he has chosen Portside Wharf as his new home. We simply cannot wait for the Burrito Bar to open its doors so we can sample the famous burritos and spend friday afternoons in the tequila Bar!

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red eYe WedNesdaYs AT MANx

restaurant manx is paying homage to hump day with a steak special that will leave you feeling like it’s the weekend. on Wednesdays at manx, a succulent eye fillet with all the trimmings and a glass of Barossa shiraz is only $25.00 - that’s a restaurant meal at sports club prices!

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cruisers cafe Bar & Grill has taken an all-time favourite and ‘glammed’ it up, creating a concoction that is simply irresistible. like the sounds of waffles with banana, warm butterscotch sauce and homemade ice-cream? how about pancakes with apple and cinnamon drizzled with apple toffee sauce and covered with ice-cream? if you’re still reading, congratulations! many readers are already at cruisers by now.

the teppanyaki tricksters at sono Japanese restaurant serve guests not only their dinner, but a plate of tricks to be rivaled by any circus. Book a teppanyaki lunch or dinner and be both entertained and fed at the same time!

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PIzzA MADE CLASSY

often when people think ‘pizza’, they think pizza boxes, couches and tV. this is not the case at Gusto da Gianni. With authentic toppings and names like siciliana and campagnola, Gusto da Gianni makes real italian pizzas and serves them in a classy setting with views over the Brisbane river.

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DINING

choices to maKe at BELvEDERE

to maKe it BYBLOS oN suNdaY

mid-week lunches at Belvedere are like a ‘choose your own adventure’. for $39.00, Belvedere lets you choose two courses (entree and main or entree and dessert) from a special set menu that offers choices for each course. choice! and you get to choose a glass of house red, white, sparkling or Prosecco. With choices like szechuan pepper and salt soft shell crab and espresso crème brulee, you’ll be hard pressed choosing between the choices!

*not available on public holidays or Valentine’s Day

Byblos summer sundays just got even better, but for liquor licensing reasons, we aren’t allowed to say why, so we’re hoping you’ll be able to read between the lines...

Whether its wine, cider, beer or cocktails that tickle your fancy, Byblos has a special drink that your tastebuds (and hip pocket) will loVe. so take five and relax this sunday because Byblos will look after you (and your bank balance) while you chill-out to the funky sounds of dJ habebe.

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Fashion

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ties, bow ties and pocket squares have enjoyed a revolution over the last few seasons and urbbana has a whole spectrum of colours and bold prints for you to play with. urbbana’s floral cufflinks and patterned silk ties are sure to earn you some serious style points. the bow tie - the classic symbol of the ultimate gentleman - is timeless, suave and completely in right now! then there is the incredible resurgence of the pocket square. it adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to your ensemble and allows you to fine-tune your personal style.

PAMPER YOUR MAN THIS VAlEnTInE’S DAY

URBBANA

think mad men, James Bond and classic style icon frank sinatra - accessories complete the outfit! so ladies, with Valentine’s day around the corner, why not spoil your lover with urbbana’s selection of elegant, stylish and wild accessories. if you’re keen for him to exude refined elegance aNd be a little wild at the same time, owner sam abi suggests a stylish Japanese silk tie and a funky leather belt! You won’t be able to keep your hands off him.

Bou’s for men stocks a range of imported men’s hair and skin care products that are hard to find in australia. spoil him with products from top international brands taylor’s of old Bond street, truefitt & hilland Geo. f. trumper and american crew or surprise him with a gift voucher to spend his way. a grooming pack could be the perfect gift or perhaps he’s after a pamper package with a style cut, cut throat, aftershave and scented hot towel - how civilised. either way he will love you for it, and after all you are the one who has to look at him, so this is the gift that will benefit you both. and for the single fellas looking to find love on Valentine’s day, head on down and get spruced up with a clipper cut, beard trim or a completely new do.

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ah, the elusive perfect pair of jeans – is it just a myth or do they really exist? With so many styles, cuts and lengths, finding your dream jeans can seem like an impossible feat right? search no more. Vers Boutique has sourced a range of denim jeans that are ‘just right’ and have been

designed to suit a range of classic body types. the Gabriella frattini range unites everything you are looking for in a denim: perfect fit, stylish look, choice and comfort. their flattering fit is designed to accentuate your shape and hide any flaws.

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AccESSORISE WITH TRACEY MATHERS

SILK, SALES AND STYLISH NEW STOCK

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looking for new shoes, a handbag and the perfect accessories for a romantic dinner date? or perhaps you are searching for the perfect gift for your Valentine? tracey mathers shoe studio has a fabulous new range of evening bags that have just arrived in store. starting from just $29.95, these stunning clutches come in a range of colours and fabrics and are the ideal way to complete an elegant and fashionable look. to up the glamour stakes add some Bohemian crystal stones, swarovski components and top quality leather to your outfit with lK Jewellery’s chic designs and finish it all off with a stunning pair of heels.

marg K’s summer stock sell-out continues throughout february to make way for the trans-seasonal arrivals that will be hitting the racks in the coming weeks. head on down to the Portside store to snap up some bargains, and make sure you check out their stunning range of silk kaftans. floaty, light as air silks in a range of colours have been this summer’s answer to a relaxed yet sophisticated look. With new styles arriving every couple of weeks, marg K has something special to make ever woman feel effortlessly stylish and beautiful.

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lIFESTYlE

ELLA BACHE lOOkS AFTER YOUR BEST AccESSORIES

gET YOUR HEART PUmPIng THIS vALENTINE’S DAY

lOVE IS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

LIFESTYLE

February is the month of love and while you may get a slap in the face if you give your partner a gift certificate for a weight loss program or a gym membership, a joint fitness program could be a super idea. Train together, get fit together and enjoy the benefits together. The Personal Trainers at Jetts Hamilton can design an achievable healthy regime for you, so drop in to see the team today. In fact, when you join in February you only pay an $89 joining fee, plus receive one free Personal Training Session worth $99! Valid until the end of February.

Dress up your nails this Valentine’s Day. Imagine if he popped the question and your nails were plain, chipped and in desperate need of a manicure? The thought is unbearable...and the ring photos...oh my, this is too much. Spare yourself the embarrassment and head into KC Nails and Spa. Why not experiment with cute nail art designs, or for something a little more understated but still in the spirit, stick with stunning pinks and sultry reds. With over 138 nail colours and over 60 nail art designs to choose from you are bound to fall in love with at least one of them. To celebrate their first month at Portside Wharf, KC Nails and Spa is offering all customers a 20% discount, valid until Valentine’s Day. Just mention ‘Grand Opening Special’ when booking!

1. Your skin - protect it, cleanse it and above all nurture it. Ella Bache Hamilton offers a complimentary skin analysis, so take advantage of it and learn how to maintain a youthful, radiant glow.

2. Your pins - get those legs looking smooth and tanned this month. Head into the salon for a wax and a two hour, odourless spray tan, and finish it all off with a pedicure.

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With Valentine’s Day around the corner, the girls from Moda Events - Portside’s premiere wedding venue - got talking about their favourite engagement stories…and this story captured the girls’ hearts.

“My friend who manages a restaurant was asked one day to set up a private room for two guests. Little did she know that one of the seats was for her and her boyfriend turned up and proposed!”

Cruising Down Under is celebrating Valentine’s Day, the busiest cruise ship month of the year for Portside and the launch of their new interactive website with the ‘Biggest Cruise Sale Ever’ between Monday February 4 and Friday February 15.

During this time there will be endless cruise holiday bargains and amazing value for money complete ‘Fly, Stay, Cruise’ packages, with bonus on board credits, reduced deposits, huge discounts PLUS special Valentine’s Day bonus offers. Surprise your darling this February 14 and book a romantic trip with Cruising Down Under. Full details will be available on the web site www.cruisingdownunder.com.au

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What all movie lovers wait for – the night of all nights – THE ACADEMY AWARDS CEREMONY. Dendy Cinemas will telecast the entire program on the big screen on Monday February 25 from 11.30am.

Tickets include two drinks, a wonderful array of food, unlimited popcorn and filtered coffee. There will be prizes for best dressed so pull out all the stops. This event will sell out fast, so get a group together, frock up and be part of this fabulous day! Ticket prices and further information visit www.

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A fun and flirty rose is the perfect wine to pair with an elegant meal on Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart and Stewarts Wine Co. has picked the best of the bunch. The Besserat de Bellefon “Cuvee de Moines” Rose Champagne is a boutique label from the House of Lanson, one of the top champagne producers. This wine has a wonderful heritage - first bottled in 1972 - and has been listed in some of the worlds great restaurants. It offers a generous nose that is intense yet refined with strong hints of red berries. The finish is a delicately spicy, delicious treat and is selling in store at Stewarts Wine Co. for just $79.99 (RRP $120.00). The Cruse Rose is exceptional value this Valentine’s day with its pretty strawberry fruit flavour and crisp, dainty finish. Direct from France, it certainly shows plenty of French class and style with elegant fruit flavours and a crisp, pretty finish. Pick it up in store for just $14.99.

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Portside Wharf has sold more than $8 million of apartments at the latest residential stage at Promenade in recent weeks, and developers Brookfield Residential Properties are confident strong sales will continue over the next few months.

Promenade Hamilton Apartments, which is more than 80 percent sold, features 172 one, two and three-bedroom apartments over 15 levels.

Fourteen apartments have sold since October, bringing total sales at Promenade to more than $77 million.

Brookfield Residential Properties National Director, Phil Leahy says forward thinking purchasers are getting in early, with major development set take to place over the coming years as part of the Northshore Hamilton project.

“Purchasers want to be part of Portside Wharf and its range of restaurants, cafes, shops and entertainment, as the opportunity to live in a masterplanned community like this, that features such an extensive mix of amenities, is rare, especially along river frontage,” he said.

“Savvy purchasers have done their research and can see the growth that will take place over the coming years and they want to capitalise on that growth and be part of this major development from the onset.”

DEvELOPERS ARE CONFIDENT STRONG SALES WILL CONTINUE OvER THE NExT FEW MONTHS

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APARTMENTS HAVE SOLD SINCE OCTOBER, BRINGING TOTAL SALES AT PROMENADE TO MORE THAN $77 MILLION.

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