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April to October 2014 90 SPECIAL DAYS AT SALIX WILLOW CREEK VINEYARD is a wonderful destination for visitors who appreciaterefined wine and fine food, with mesmerising views of vine- slashed hills lake-filled valleyssurrounding a harmoniousblend of architecturally inspiredbuildings housing the winery, cellar door, barrel hall, restaurant and bistro.
An Edwardian homestead, built in 1876for the original farming family, sits nobly opposite them, adding its regalfacade and rich story to the property.
In the cool bluestone and oak cellar door, Geraldine McFaul s elegant wines are available to taste with the friendlyand knowledgeable staff.
Her renowned Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Gris and sparkling Brut are anexpression of the vineyard lovinglyhand-tended by Robbie O Leary.
A purpose built tasting room in the barrel hall ensures that touringgroups can discover the intricaciesof winemaking in an intimate anddedicated setting as well.
Manybelieve that the tasting experienceat Willow Creek is the best on the Mornington Peninsula Sophisticated Salix Restaurant andthe more casual Salix Bistro each offer different dining options, with menus that include lighter meals andshared plates in the bistro and ChefBernard McCarthy s special dishes in the restaurant.
The menus focus on local, seasonal food, influenced byhis extensive experience cooking inmany of Melbourne s most influential restaurants.
Easter is always a busy time atWillow Creek and the cellar door and Salix will be open every day, including Good Friday.
Salix will also be open Friday and Saturday for dinner.
Avariety of seafood dishes will beincluded on the enticing menu designedfor this special holiday.
Mothers Day is very celebratory atWillow Creek and Salix, reflected in the festive menu in the restaurant and the special discount on the wonderfulWillow Creek sparkling Brut.
WINTER WINE WEEKEND occurs over the Queen s birthday weekend from June 7th to 9th, aninteresting time on the Peninsula, withthe yearly wine show at the Red HillShowgrounds showcasing many of thelocal boutique wineries.
Willow Creek s barrel hall will become an exhibition space for local gallery Cook St Collective s artists, who will display their individual and very cool artworks over the long weekend for visitors to peruse and purchase.
Salix will be offering casual hawker- style food as an alternative for visitorswho need nourishment but prefer notto linger over a long lunch, with livemusic on the Sunday.
And the wine will be flowing too -Karina Reyne EASTER AT SALIX...
Come alongto our stunning winery restaurant bistro this Easter.
Open everyday, including Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Sunday Monday.
If you are after an intimate table fortwo to large family gathering, we can make your Easter one to remember.
We can cater for a casual lunch on our bistro deck or an elegant dinningexperience on our restaurant.
We will, of course, have our vegetarian gluten free guests looked after withtheir own menus.
The children menus includingchocolate mousse to finish will keepour little ones happy and suitably fullof chocolate, it is Easter .
SALIX HAS INTRODUCED A NEW WINE LIST over the summer that has patrons comingback for more.
We have had a great response since introducing newvarietals to our list.
These wines really complement the elegant winesmade by Geraldine McFaul here atwillow creek winery.
Tastings are complementary for Salix guests, somake sure your visit the cellar doortasting bar on your way out.
MOTHERS DAY is just around thecorner, we encourage you book early for this.
Mothers day is one of thosetimes we book out every early on.
Athree course menu will be available in the restaurant fro 80 per person withfull choice, we will offer a separate menu for the little ones.
The bistro has a two or three course menu 50 for two courses 60 for three.
If you can t make it in on Mothers day a gift voucher can be a lovelygift for your mum or wife.
Simply callthe restaurant we will post it out onthe same day, it can be written out for any amount.
SALIX SOCIAL MEDIA The world of Instgram has really takenoff, especially with our weddings - for more weddings at Salix see page 98 It great to post photos in real time, especially for guests that are unableto attend.
Most use it for styling tips the suppliers list.
It a lovely way tokeep in touch communicate with ourbridal couples.
Follow us on face bookor instgram salixrestaurant - Rachael McCarthy Tucked away in the gentle slopes of Balnarring, Elanvineyard has much to offer.
Established in 1980, this smallestate produces wines of styleand a point of difference.
Elan s 2.5 hectares provide Shiraz, Cabernet Merlot, Gamay, Riesling and Chardonnay.
The Gamay is one of a handful made in this country.
Gamay is the grape used to make Beaujolais, one of the world s seriously underestimated wine styles, a wine forpure enjoyment rather than discussion.
This is a farm-gate vineyard, oldworld hospitality, new world expertise.
Open first weekend of every month, public holidays, 11.00 to 5.00pm or by appointment.
Also open festive weekends such as Easter and the Winter Wine Weekend.
To accompany our wines over Winter Wine Weekend, Gourmet frankfurts cooked on the BBQ, served in a crusty roll smotheredin mustard or chutney.
So make Elan Vineyard a must visit winery to enjoy excellent wines, greatfood and a warm welcome.
ELAN VINEYARD - A MUST VISIT WINERY B na ringBalnarring Vineyard A Elan Vineyard B Northway Downs Estate C Willow Creek Vineyard DMe ri s Merricks Estate F Stonier Wines G Merricks General Store H D A ECB FHGB na ring Me ri s N hEXPLORING Peninsula Visitor .
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April to October 2014 90 SPECIAL DAYS AT SALIX WILLOW CREEK VINEYARD is a wonderful destination for visitors who appreciaterefined wine and fine food, with mesmerising views of vine- slashed hills lake-filled valleyssurrounding a harmoniousblend of architecturally inspiredbuildings housing the winery, cellar door, barrel hall, restaurant and bistro.
An Edwardian homestead, built in 1876for the original farming family, sits nobly opposite them, adding its regalfacade and rich story to the property.
In the cool bluestone and oak cellar door, Geraldine McFaul s elegant wines are available to taste with the friendlyand knowledgeable staff.
Her renowned Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Gris and sparkling Brut are anexpression of the vineyard lovinglyhand-tended by Robbie O Leary.
A purpose built tasting room in the barrel hall ensures that touringgroups can discover the intricaciesof winemaking in an intimate anddedicated setting as well.
Manybelieve that the tasting experienceat Willow Creek is the best on the Mornington Peninsula Sophisticated Salix Restaurant andthe more casual Salix Bistro each offer different dining options, with menus that include lighter meals andshared plates in the bistro and ChefBernard McCarthy s special dishes in the restaurant.
The menus focus on local, seasonal food, influenced byhis extensive experience cooking inmany of Melbourne s most influential restaurants.
Easter is always a busy time atWillow Creek and the cellar door and Salix will be open every day, including Good Friday.
Salix will also be open Friday and Saturday for dinner.
Avariety of seafood dishes will beincluded on the enticing menu designedfor this special holiday.
Mothers Day is very celebratory atWillow Creek and Salix, reflected in the festive menu in the restaurant and the special discount on the wonderfulWillow Creek sparkling Brut.
WINTER WINE WEEKEND occurs over the Queen s birthday weekend from June 7th to 9th, aninteresting time on the Peninsula, withthe yearly wine show at the Red HillShowgrounds showcasing many of thelocal boutique wineries.
Willow Creek s barrel hall will become an exhibition space for local gallery Cook St Collective s artists, who will display their individual and very cool artworks over the long weekend for visitors to peruse and purchase.
Salix will be offering casual hawker- style food as an alternative for visitorswho need nourishment but prefer notto linger over a long lunch, with livemusic on the Sunday.
And the wine will be flowing too -Karina Reyne EASTER AT SALIX...
Come alongto our stunning winery restaurant bistro this Easter.
Open everyday, including Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Sunday Monday.
If you are after an intimate table fortwo to large family gathering, we can make your Easter one to remember.
We can cater for a casual lunch on our bistro deck or an elegant dinningexperience on our restaurant.
We will, of course, have our vegetarian gluten free guests looked after withtheir own menus.
The children menus includingchocolate mousse to finish will keepour little ones happy and suitably fullof chocolate, it is Easter .
SALIX HAS INTRODUCED A NEW WINE LIST over the summer that has patrons comingback for more.
We have had a great response since introducing newvarietals to our list.
These wines really complement the elegant winesmade by Geraldine McFaul here atwillow creek winery.
Tastings are complementary for Salix guests, somake sure your visit the cellar doortasting bar on your way out.
MOTHERS DAY is just around thecorner, we encourage you book early for this.
Mothers day is one of thosetimes we book out every early on.
Athree course menu will be available in the restaurant fro 80 per person withfull choice, we will offer a separate menu for the little ones.
The bistro has a two or three course menu 50 for two courses 60 for three.
If you can t make it in on Mothers day a gift voucher can be a lovelygift for your mum or wife.
Simply callthe restaurant we will post it out onthe same day, it can be written out for any amount.
SALIX SOCIAL MEDIA The world of Instgram has really takenoff, especially with our weddings - for more weddings at Salix see page 98 It great to post photos in real time, especially for guests that are unableto attend.
Most use it for styling tips the suppliers list.
It a lovely way tokeep in touch communicate with ourbridal couples.
Follow us on face bookor instgram salixrestaurant - Rachael McCarthy Tucked away in the gentle slopes of Balnarring, Elanvineyard has much to offer.
Established in 1980, this smallestate produces wines of styleand a point of difference.
Elan s 2.5 hectares provide Shiraz, Cabernet Merlot, Gamay, Riesling and Chardonnay.
The Gamay is one of a handful made in this country.
Gamay is the grape used to make Beaujolais, one of the world s seriously underestimated wine styles, a wine forpure enjoyment rather than discussion.
This is a farm-gate vineyard, oldworld hospitality, new world expertise.
Open first weekend of every month, public holidays, 11.00 to 5.00pm or by appointment.
Also open festive weekends such as Easter and the Winter Wine Weekend.
To accompany our wines over Winter Wine Weekend, Gourmet frankfurts cooked on the BBQ, served in a crusty roll smotheredin mustard or chutney.
So make Elan Vineyard a must visit winery to enjoy excellent wines, greatfood and a warm welcome.
ELAN VINEYARD - A MUST VISIT WINERY B na ringBalnarring Vineyard A Elan Vineyard B Northway Downs Estate C Willow Creek Vineyard DMe ri s Merricks Estate F Stonier Wines G Merricks General Store H D A ECB FHGB na ring Me ri s N hEXPLORING 92 090 .indd 1 31 03 14 10 26 AM