In this issue � Food and Wine on Q � Brisbane�s new markets � Get Whet in Far North Queensland � Magic at Mango Hill Farm � Winter Winelander a winner! � Bonjour, Brisbane! � North Queensland winners � Dinner in the dark � Product update � In season � What�s on

Food and Wine on Q Discover the best Queensland produce, winter vegetables in peak production, tender beef and succulent seafood, quality wines and fragrant sweet strawberries at Food and Wine on Q from July 21 to August 1. Woks will fire up for Noodles on Q on Monday evening 21 July at QPAC. Six Brisbane restaurants will each present a delicious taste of Asia in a noodle box filled with seasonal Queensland produce perfectly matched with a glass of fine Queensland wine. $15.00pp (no bookings necessary)

Lunch on Q provides an opportunity to sample some of Queensland�s best produce and wine presented by Brisbane�s leading chefs. Participating restaurants will offer a selection of mains and desserts accompanied by a glass of local wine for only $30.00pp. July 21� August 1 (weekends excluded, bookings necessary).

Media contact: Alison Alexander 0419 743 532 More information: www.foodandwineonq.com

Brisbane�s new markets Brisbane has two new markets with the opening of a market in user friendly, city central Kelvin Grove Urban Village and another at Manly on the bay inspired by local farmers markets set in seaside villages on the Rivieria.

The new Kelvin Grove market is located on Blamey Street and will be an extension of the popular West End Flea Markets operated by Peter Hackworth. The promise is fresh fruit and vegetables, organic foods, gourmet stalls, plants, herbs, flowers, pre-loved clothing, bric-a-brac and buskers every week on Saturday.

Jan Power�s monthly Farmers Markets at Royal Esplanade, Manly has 70 stalls selling everything from pheasant and rabbits, seasonal produce including apples, pears, quince and grapes from the Southern Downs, bananas and pineapples from the Sunshine Coast and pumpkin, brussels sprouts and potatoes (over 10 varieties) from the Gatton area.

More information: Manly - Jayne Keogh +61 7 3210 1473, jayne@jkpr.com.au Kelvin Grove � Chloe Hewitt +61 7 3252 5735 chloe@redpr.com.au

Get Whet in Tropical North Queensland The latest entry into the bar and dining scene in Tropical North Queensland at Cape Tribulation is Whet, a very cool bar with indoor and outdoor deck dining. Locals describe it as �not quite what you�d expect to find in the Daintree but that�s why it works.� The emphasis is on local produce, seafood hauled from the surrounding waters, fresh, clean flavours and a creative menu. Whet also includes a 24 seat air-conditioned cinema with huge beanbags, recliners and leather sofas - a great way to finish the evening or to enjoy a day of rainy, steamy rainforest weather. Whet is fully licensed and open seven days a week. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Media contact: Michelle Wenden +61 7 4098 0007whetcapetrib@gmail.com

Magic at Mango Hill Farm Located in the beautiful rolling countryside just outside Peachester near the Glasshouse Mountains on the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is a new organic farm, Mango Hill Farm. The property offers a bounty of treats � organic chocolate ginger and dried mango at the produce store, cooking classes, scenic treasures farm tour and �old world charm� cottage or farmhouse overnight accommodation.

More information: +61 7 5494 9329 www.mangohillfarm.com.au Media contact: Gemma O�Brien + 61 7 5458 8805 gemma@tsc.com.au

Winter Winelander a winner! The Winelander sets off from Brisbane to the Queensland wine capital, the Granite Belt, just twice a year. The next trip on August 2 and 3 has already been sold out for the full round trip but visitors to the Granite Belt can book the local sector which includes dinner in the heritage listed Wallangarra Railway station at the NSW/QLD state border.

More information: +61 7 4681 2057 www.granitebeltwinecountry.com.au Media contact: Michele Cozzi +61 7 4681 0411 marketing@granitebeltwinecountry.com.au

Bonjour, Brisbane! French-born Patrice Falantin has joined Sofitel Brisbane as Executive Chef. A graduate of the Lycee de Hotelier de Toulouse in France, Patrice has relocated to Brisbane with his family from Perth, Western Australia where for the past two years he has been working as an executive chef with Accor.

Media contact: Donna Parkin +61 3353 5350 parkinpr@bigpond.net.au

North Queensland winners The big winner in the 2008 Restaurant & Catering Queensland HOSTPLUS North Queensland Awards for Excellence was Barefoot Art Food and Wine on Magnetic Island, which took the Best Alfresco Restaurant and Best Themed Restaurant for 2008 awards as well as winning the highly coveted Restaurant of the Year title. Betty Blue and the Lemon Tart also took home Best Breakfast Restaurant and Best Caf� Restaurant. Hobbo�s Hut was announced Best Family Establishment as well as Best Seafood Restaurant. The winners of the North Queensland awards will go on to compete in the State Awards to be held in Brisbane on September 15 at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.

More information: James Visser Restaurant & Catering Queensland +617 3360 8888 jvisser@rcq.org.au Media contact: Peta Ellis +61 7 3855 8852 peta@redcarpetprojects.com.au

Dinner in the dark New Executive Chef at The Walnut Restaurant at Royal on the Park in Brisbane City, Gary Farrell, has introduced Dinner in the Dark for adventurous diners. The Walnut restaurant will be blackened out for dinner and the seven course degustation dinner with be served with a twist. Gary Farrell says its all about the food, the science of food, the way food reacts with the senses and about your own personal journey, without sight, relying purely on taste and sound. Gary is the youngest recipient of the prestigious �Black Hat� award in Australia, one of only seven awarded, and Captain of the Australian National Culinary Team for 10 years. Media contact: Madeline Murray +61 7 3221 3411 madeline_murray@royalonthepark.com.au More information: +61 7 3221 3411 www.royalonthepark.com.au

Product update

Olive leaf tea Described as Mother Nature�s antibiotic, olive leaf tea is a new take on the popular olive leaf extract which is touted as a treatment for everything from chronic fatigue to ear infections. Find Kenilworth Organic Olives organic olive leaf tea at Noosa Farmer�s Markets, held every Sunday at until noon at the Aussie Rules Football Grounds on Weyba Road, Noosaville. More information: www.noosafarmersmarket.com.au

Terrific tofu Ecoprama is a new company at Stanthorpe making tofu using a traditional Asian technique. Suveda Hardwick uses whole organic soybeans, pure water, organic cider vinegar and nigari and small batches to ensure an authentic firm tofu. The tofu is additive and preservative free and can be used in a wide range of dishes. Research has shown soybeans contain protein, fibre and isoflavoinoids which can help regulate the hormone system. Ecoprama is dedicated to providing whole food products that are grown, made and sold in a sustainable way. The tofu is available at Wray Organic at Newmarket. More information: Suveda Hardwick ecoprama@gmail.com

In season

Queensland feeds the nation Winter is prime vegetable season in Queensland and the season when Queensland feeds the nation. Located in heart of the Lockyer Valley, which according to the locals is one of the top ten most fertile farming areas in the world, Bauer�s Organic Farm draws its water from a crystal clear underground supply fed by Blackfellow Creek. Rob Bauer, one of the pioneers of the certified organic industry in Queensland, has pioneered natural produce since the early 1980s. Generations of the Bauer family have farmed their scenic 326 hectare property since 1885 producing carrots, potatoes, broccoli, celery, zucchinis, tomatoes and corn. You can see how they do it on the farm with a tour. Contact Trudy Townson for more details +61 7 5466 1818. bauersorganic@westnet.com.au More information: +61 7 5466 1818 www.bauersorganicfarm.com.au

What�s on

Masterclass Weekend July 26 and 27 The Hilton Brisbane/The Courier Mail/Singapore Airlines Masterclass Weekend will be an opportunity to taste some of Queensland�s finest produce. Cooking sessions will incorporate Bethonga Gold pineapples, Stockyard Beef, Granite Belt mushrooms, Banyard Farm quail, Gallozola bluevein cheese from the Atherton Tableland as well as Hervey Bay scallops, custard apples and spanner crabs. Wines from Ballandean Estate and Boireann will also be featured in tastings. Those attending the daily chocolate and coffee session also have the opportunity to win the first release of the Lindt Chocolate cookbook and a year�s supply of Merlo Coffee! More information: www.qldmasterclass.com Media contact: Alison Alexander +61 7 3231 3239 Alison.Alexander@hilton.com

Coffee and Chocolate @ Portside July 26 and 27 The Portside Wharf Coffee and Chocolate Festival on will showcase local and interstate coffee and chocolate distributors and retailers, coffee roasters, chocolatiers and baristas, plus local jazz and blues artists, a Brazilian band, chocolate body painting and sculptures. Remora Street, Hamilton. Media contact: Kristin Devitt +61 7 3136 2555 Kristin@kdpr.com.au More information: www.portsidewharf.com.au

Ambiwerra Festival 3 August Great food from Brisbane's top chefs and nosheries, top French bubbles, fines wines and boutique beer, live stages, thrill rides and non-stop music make a fabulous day with friends at the Ambiwerra Festival. More information: +61 7 3278 5122 www.ambiwerra.com.au

Palmer Street Jazz Festival August 8 � 10 Celebrating all things jazz for the 12th year, this three-day event allows music lovers to dine in at one of the many superb Townsville restaurants and be entertained by an array of well known musicians, visit the Maritime Museum Park or stroll through the street party on the Saturday evening. More information: Trevor Keeling info@palmerstreetjazz.com.au +61 7 4721 5333 www.palmerstreetjazz.com.au

Hervey Bay Seafood Festival 15 � 17 August More than 10,000 meals are served in just one day at the Hervey Bay Seafood Festival, with fresh local seafood, including Hervey Bay�s famous scallops and spanner crabs, caught and served by the fisherman. There are learn to cook classes and practical �how to� peel a prawn and shuck a scallop� fish talks, plus catch, clean and cook information sessions. Entry is free and the most expensive dish on the menu $10. More information: www.herveybayseafoodfestival.com

Tastes of Gold Coast 22 August to 7 September Great food and wine, new taste sensations and idyllic settings are all on the menu for Tastes of Gold Coast. The festival showcases the very best of the Gold Coast, bringing together chefs, producers, winemakers and restaurateurs in a program of culinary events held across different venues on the Gold Coast. Indulge with lavish banquets, progressive dinners, gourmet delicacies, outdoor celebrations and much more. More information: +61 7 5581 7794 www.tastesofgoldcoast.com.au

Jazz meets opera at Hidden Vale 4 October An intoxicating blend of band, jazz and classical opera, played out against the spectacular backdrop of a 10,000 acre working cattle property surrounded by picturesque mountains and valleys, is promised for Jazz meets opera at Hidden Vale. Peppers Hidden Vale is situated in South East Queensland Country, just 60 minutes drive south west of Brisbane, 50 minutes from Toowoomba and 1.5 hours from the Gold Coast. More information: Pip Close 0434 939 405 www.hiddenvalelodge.com.au

Australian Camp Oven Festival 4 - 5 October Hungry for a taste of good old-fashioned country cooking? Discover camp oven cooking competitions, damper throwing competitions, billy boiling speed tests and camp oven food stalls and live country music at Milmerran. More information: Jeff Hannaford +61 7 4695 2560 admin@millmerran.qld.gov.au http://www.australiancampovenfestival.com.au