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Adelaide Showground Farmers Market is looking for more stallholders amond primary producers in the Adelaide Hills. If any members are interested, call Erica Davis, Adelaide Showground Farmers Market manager, on 8231 8155 or mobile 0458 178 005.

The Adelaide Showground Farmers Market website is at www.asfm.org.au. Adelaide Showground Farmers Market is on every Sunday from 9am to 1pm.

In the News

One of South Australia's most visited destinations is changing it's name. Extensive market research has lead to a decision to change the name of the Heart of the Hills Market to Adelaide Hills Market. The change is designed to more easily identify with their long held raison d'être that the market is a showcase of all things good about the Adelaide Hills. Very talented artisans contribute to the ever changing look of the Market, showcasing an enormous range of products to tantalise your senses. At the Adelaide Hills Market you will find something for just about everyone and every occasion you can think of. If food is your forte there is much to entice you - a friendly cafe serving light meals, a small but bountiful fresh produce stall and of course no market would be complete without a sumptuous range of Hills produce, including cheeses, smallgoods, delicious freshly baked bread, cakes and lots more, for locals and visitors alike. You can fill a basket with fantastic gourmet produce from all over Australia and some exotic international brands. If you are planning a dinner party or a picnic, the Market Kitchen Pantry will no doubt have something to tempt you. Take time to revisit this great indoor market which is in the heart of the Adelaide Hills - see you soon at the new look Adelaide Hills Market.

Celebrating The Lane's award win were business co-owner Helen Edwards,
chef Glen Carr and bistro manager Murray Pope.

Winery named best restaurant

A Hahndorf winery is the toast of SA after being named the State’s best new restaurant.

The Lane, which opened just nine months ago, picked up the title at the 2008 Annual Awards for Excellence for Restaurant and Catering SA recently. It combines a winery and cellar door with a restaurant, set on a hill top surrounded by vines, and it is that mix of elements that co-owner Helen Edwards believes set the venue apart from its competitors.

“We have tried to provide a unique experience for the food and wine lover in combining the cellar door, the winery and the bistro and putting it right in the middle of the vineyard,” she said. “We really faced some stiff competition when we looked at some of the restaurants we were up against in that category.”

The operation began as a dream for Helen and husband John, who first planted vines on their Ravenswood Lane property in 1993. It wasn’t until 2005, after years spent honing their grape growing and winemaking skills, that the couple, along with sons Marty and Ben, decided to turn that dream into a reality. But their efforts met a number of challenges along the way, including a moratorium on new wineries and cellar doors in the Hills.

“We were the first new winery, cellar door and bistro approved under the new planning laws,” Mrs Edwards said.

With approval granted in late 2006, the winery was built in time for its first vintage in early 2007, before the cellar door and bistro were opened in October.

“John has had a lot of exposure to winemaking, but neither of us had run a hospitality business, so it’s been a steep learning curve for both of us in having the bistro, but we have very good staff,” Mrs Edwards said.

Chef Glen Carr has previously worked at the acclaimed Auge Ristorante, while bistro manager Murray Pope also has extensive hospitality experience. The family business has grown to employ about 24 people and the venture has gained strong support from customers.

“We have had amazing support from local Hills dwellers, people from Adelaide and also interstate and international tourists,” Mrs Edwards said. “People have been really generous not only with their support, but also with their comments and letting us know what they enjoy and any little areas where we might need to improve. “That’s so valuable because it helps us to keep fine-tuning the business.”

Houghton winery Glen Ewin Estate was also among the winners, named the best function centre.

From The Courier, by Lisa Symonds

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Trace amounts of selenium have health benefits. Bakery launches delicious new biscuit with health benefits Millie's Bakery's new biscuits contain selenium. But what does that mean? According to Dr Margaret Rayman of the School of Biomedical & Life Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK: “It is hard to overestimate the importance of selenium to biological systems.  Its crucial role is underlined by the fact that it is the only trace element to be specified in the genetic code.” (Rayman MP 2002. The argument for increasing selenium intake. Proc Nutr Soc 61: 203-215)

Research shows why Aussies don’t like true blue food

TOURISTS may love the taste of crocodile braised in lemon myrtle sauce, but new research shows why many Australians are reluctant to eat the local flora and fauna.

While Australian native foods are a popular novelty with tourists, locals are far less enthused about eating kangaroo, emu and crocodile, according to a University of Adelaide gastronomy graduate.

Food connoisseurs are hoping Australians become more adventurous after recent research revealed many native foods contain high levels of health promoting antioxidants.

Jessica Ramsden, who recently graduated with a Le Cordon Bleu masters of arts in gastronomy, said most Australians shied away from eating native foods because they tasted unfamiliar and were not stocked by the major supermarket chains. (The Advertiser: Adelaide Now)

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Charles in GM ‘disaster’ warning

THE development of genetically modified crops risks creating the biggest environmental disaster “of all time”, Prince Charles has warned. The development of GM food was damaging Earth’s soil and was a gigantic experiment “gone seriously wrong”, he told the Daily Telegraph. Instead of experimenting with such crops, the country should offer more support to local farmers, he added. (BBC)

Members and friends network night Tuesday, September 16, 2008 Adelaide Hills Food cordially invites all Members and Friends to the 2007-2008 Annual General Meeting wine tasting and Venison Hot Pot supper. Guest speaker Justin Ross PIRSA Food, Market Development General Manager on Food Tourism and World Food Exchange Howard Vineyard guided tour and wine tasting 5 to 6pm. Meeting commences at 6pm. Presentation and supper at 7pm. Announcement of the AHF Member Survey prize to follow. Supper $20 per head. RSVP by September 10, 2008 AHF Chair Sean Bradsaw on 8388 1007, 0402 413 715 or email hqcuisine@chariot.net.au All executive committee member nominations must be received by Adelaide Hills Food by Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Downloads AHF Committee Nomination Form [DOC] Constitution [DOC] Strategic Plan [PDF] For more information contact: Mary Fowler 0408 882 623 or email mfowler@adelaidehills.com.au

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Adelaide Hills Food Member Survey 2008

Thank you to all the Adelaide Hills Food members who took the time to complete the 2008 Member Survey.

The results were very useful in gathering feedback about your needs and views regarding Adelaide Hills Food’s function and service to its members, i.e. individual business and industry development; group communication and promotion; and group projects.

At last week’s Business Planning Meeting facilitated by Adelaide Hills Regional Development Board CEO Bob Goreing, the AHF Executive Committee used the results to identify and budget for the following:

• New workshops and training in business and industry skills and development in the following areas:

- business management
- business grant availability and writing
- food safety and handling
- sales and marketing
- eco certification and waste management
- product development and export

Workshop and training opportunities will be advertised in this newsletter as they become available, or if you have a particular area of interest please email your request to mfowler@adelaidehills.com.au

• Continued support and development of current communication and promotional activities, i.e. the Adelaide Hills Food Chain newsletter, the Adelaide Hills Food website, Members and Friends Network Nights, the Adelaide Hills Food Guide and the Fabulous Adelaide Hills Food Trails.

• Some of the projects identified by the Committee for further action included: the development of an Adelaide Hills Food branding model, regional restaurant and food awards, an Adelaide Hills farmers’ market and the development of last year’s trade show held at Mt Lofty House.

Click here to view a summary of the survey results.

AHF MEMBERS NOTICE Adelaide Hills Food members can update their website directory listing by going to: http://www.adelaidehillsfood.com.au/updates.php After being redirected to the database, members must sign in with their nominated email address and the Client ID which was supplied in an email sent to them on 24 February 2008. To have the above details re-sent, click here. A FRIENDLY REMINDER As with all Adelaide Hills Food promotional projects, only fully-paid up members will be included. To make a payment contact Adelaide Hills Food Accountant Andrew Beattie on 08 8388 7084.

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New member

Aldgate Providore & Cafe

Opening September 2008

Our new member this month is a providore and eatery in the heart of the Aldgate Village, serving fresh, bistro style fare, local wine and great coffee.

From breakfast, to sandwiches made to order, squeezed juices, generous lunches and seasonal dishes, the Aldgate Providore & Cafe will also open for dinner two nights a week. Local product and catering for any event is also available. A warm, relaxed and contemporary space open seven days.

Come and join in celebrating their opening with a glass and a bite on September 25, from 5pm to 9pm. 220 Mt Barker Rd, Aldgate Village

Producers wanting to let us know about product please call Lisa Herbert on 0439 604 671.

Aldgate Providore & Cafe
Shop 4-6, 220 Mt Barker Rd
or PO Box 128
Aldgate SA 5154
Ph: 0439 604 671
E: aldgateprovidore@bigpond.com

The aim of this website is to raise the awareness and appreciation of Australian food.
If we can each be inspired and in turn inspire others to value local, regional and seasonal produce more, and to respect and value the people who grow and produce it, then it will have succeeded.
We welcome you and invite you to discover the wealth of Australian Regional Food.

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EVENTS

World Food Exchange comes to South Australia

21 - 25 September 2008

The inaugural World Food Exchange is a unique, must-attend event coming to South Australia in September - and you can be part of it.

The World Food Exchange will showcase South Australia’s world-class food and wine industries and accelerate its campaign to become a leading culinary tourism destination.

Listen to industry experts including Oldways President K. Dun Gifford, US food and travel writer David Rosengarten, and Jo Sinfield, whose work to promote the Franschhoek wine region helped it become one of South Africa’s leading tourist destinations. They will share their expertise with South Australia’s food and wine producers, restaurateurs and tourism operators

Come along to get a taste of the world-class and ecologically sustainable seafood and aquaculture industries of the Eyre Peninsula.

Be immersed in the food and wine culture of the Barossa. Take part in industry-targeted workshops offering you the chance to learn from expert panels. Examine the business opportunities offered in creating experiences for the culinary tourism market. It's an event not to be missed.

Culinary Experts Add Flavour to World Food Exchange

Two leading culinary tourism experts have been confirmed to join the World Food Exchange and share their knowledge with South Australia’s food, wine and tourism industry.

James (Jim) Carreker, formerly from California, is managing director and owner of Arbutus Hospitality Group, a South Australian fine dining and luxury accommodation tourism enterprise.

Jim’s Barossa-based businesses include the Appellation restaurant, private vineyard residence Atrium at Greenock Creek and the renowned luxury vineyard retreat, The Louise. The Louise was named Australia’s best luxury accommodation at the 2007 Australian Tourism Awards.

Alla Wolf-Tasker is the driving force behind Lake House in Daylesford Victoria, a multi-award-winning luxury hotel, restaurant and spa that is one of Australia’s most highly regarded gourmet retreats. In 2007 Alla was admitted as a Member of the Order of Australia for her services to the tourism and hospitality industry.

Participation prices start from $55 per regional industry workshop. For full program details, more information or to register, visit worldfoodexchange.com

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After a two year visit to the US on a tour sponsored by a popular fast food chain,
Michelangelo's David returns to Italy?

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Notices

Part-time advertising sales/business development manager

New Adelaide Hills’ publication seeks experienced advertising sales person to join small team part-time to manage advertising sales and business development. [PDF 45k]

Or contact Mikyla Gilbert at mikylagilbert@internode.on.net

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