The Journey of Flavour logo has become a well-recognised and tested product symbol of the Greater Port Macquarie region and helps local consumers identify genuine local food and beverage products, quality and services.
You can help promote local product outlets – it’s easy. When you shop at the Journey of Flavour business of the month simply fill in the entry form for your chance to win a beautiful hamper full of local products valued at $100.
To take part in the competition, shop at Glasshouse Flowers, Shop 6, 26 Clarence Street, Port Macquarie, during June and complete one of the entry forms. On the 1 July, one lucky customer will be drawn out and contacted by telephone.
During the month of July look out for World Par-Tea at the Hastings Farmers’ Markets in Wauchope and Port Macquarie and the Artist Market at the Maritime Museum in Port Macquarie for your chance to win a prize, courtesy of World Par-Tea.
Read more ›
1 Comment
It was mohwaks, baldies & blue hair all round for the lads of Rydges Port Macquarie who generously lopped & coloured their mops for the Worlds Greatest Shave and the National Leukaemia Foundation.
Kylie Trappett & Evelina Kemp of Glasshouse Hair & Beauty shaved and coloured the heads of restaurant team members including Executive Chef Michael Schubert, Restaurant Supervisor Darren Harley, Assistant Restaurant Manager Grant Ingram and Barman Marty Reynolds.
Read more ›
Leave a comment
Health-conscious travelers – especially those suffering from allergies and asthma – may now sleep and breathe better thanks to the introduction of PURE Allergy Friendly Rooms at Rydges Port Macquarie
In a first for the hospitality industry across Australia & New Zealand, Rydges Port Macquarie, Rydges World Square, Rydges Parramatta, Rydges Campbelltown and now offer PURE allergy friendly rooms to their guests in response to growing concerns over rising consumer health issues and costs associated with allergic reactions.
Asthma and allergies affect 4 in 10 Australians and that number is expected to increase.
PURE Allergy Friendly Rooms undergo a multistep cleaning process designed to remove up to 98 percent of allergens.
Read more ›
Leave a comment
Join the feast during October for the 2009 Holiday Credit Union Tastings of the Hastings. The month of October celebrates the farmers, producers, restaurants, wineries and breweries of the diverse Greater Port Macquarie region.
Read more ›
Leave a comment
Rydges Restaurant has undergone some major changes in the last two years in regards to cuisine & style. An injection of some talented chefs, a dedicated Restaurant Manager & plenty of hard work have paid off for the team who were awarded Best Restaurant in a Hotel NSW last night at the state Restaurant & Catering Awards at Doltone House in Sydney.
The style in the restaurant is contemporary Australian with an Asian influence & has been critically acclaimed in both 2008 & 2009.
The tight knit team is headed up by Executive Chef Michael Schubert & Restaurant Manager Justin Cave. Mick’s gastronomical talents combined with great local produce & a dedicated restaurant team have been a winning recipe for Rydges Port Macquarie.
Read more ›
1 Comment
Rydges’ Vue Cafe has recently linked harbourside tourists with the local coffee culture by becoming an art gallery.
Showcasing local artists Yvonne Kiely and Lucy Pascale, this is the venues first venture into the art world. The creative collaberation was instigated by Artist Market Events Manager Necia Sarks.
“Several patrons have already commented positively,” said Rydges’ View Cafe Manager Meegan Mitchell. “It’s a win-win situation. We’re encouraging local art, supporting local artists, and promoting Port.”
Both local artists Yvonne Kiely and Lucy Pascale have lived in Port Macquarie for 20 years. Both have travelled Europe and found Port Macquarie the most inspiring location for their creativity.
Read more ›
8 Commments
6 chefs, 6 wines, one night only at Rydges Port Macquarie.
The annual Six Degrees of Degustation Charity Dinner is on again as part of the month long events schedule for the Holiday Coast Credit Union Tastings of the Hastings.
Enjoy all the flavours and talent the Hastings has to offer, with six of the best regional chefs under one roof for one night only! Enjoy a divine six course celebration of regional cuisine from your favourite restaurants. Each chef will create a dish to best represent their style and flavour utilising premium local produce. Each course will be accompanied by a different regional beer or wine. Live entertainment from local band The Jesters. A portion of each ticket sale will go towards the Salvation Army Local Christmas Appeal.
Read more ›
Leave a comment
Eateries throughout the Mid North Coast NSW have carried away almost half of the 27 major 2009 Restaurant and Catering Northern Awards for Excellence with Bellingen’s No 2 Oak Street, taking home the Northern Region Restaurant of the Year Award.
Finalists featured cafes and restaurants from Port Macquarie in the south to Murwillumbah in the north and north west through to Armidale.
“The Mid North Coast NSW is increasingly attracting attention to its thriving dining scene,” said Mid North Coast NSW Regional Tourism Organisation Executive Officer, Ms Belinda Novicky.
“Our region is a surprising food bowl attracting talented chefs serving up a strong variety of contemporary cuisine made from a bounty of fresh local produce,” she said.
“Eating out is one of the most popular activities for the majority of visitors to our region.
“And, our region is offering up some of the best cuisine on the coast.”
Read more ›
Leave a comment
