THE LOCAVORE
The Locavore, a new wine and tapas bar with an interesting philosophy in food collection, has recently been set up in the Adelaide Hills town of Stirling by local lads Christopher March and Nathan Crudden. ‘Locavore’ is a word to describe the practice of eating a diet consisting of food harvested only from within a local area – most commonly within a 100 mile (160-kilometre) radius of home. Both Christopher and Nathan have been involved in the hospitality industry most of their working lives, and have been owner-operators of one of Adelaide’s most successful function co-ordination businesses, Are You Being Served, for the past 14 years. In keeping with the principles of the 100-Mile Diet, The Locavore is dedicated to sourcing food and wines from places as close to the restaurant as possible (less than 160 kilometres away, in fact). Stirling was chosen as the perfect home town for The Locavore due to its location as the gateway to the bountiful Adelaide Hills and surrounding areas including the fertile Adelaide Plains, the wine regions of the Barossa and McLaren Vale, the wheat belt to the east and the gulf to the west. The latest Locavore menu features a range of tapas and light meals, including delicious desserts and a great South Australian wine list with many sold by the glass. The Locavore is located at 49 Mount Barker Rd, Stirling and is open from Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to late.
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ADELAIDE HILLS FOOD TRAILS
Adelaide Hills Food is very excited to be launching three new food trails to guide visitors around this delicious region of South Australia. Choose from the Yummy Adelaide Hills Food Trail for Kids, Taste Adelaide Hills Food and Experience Adelaide Hills Food. The Yummy Adelaide Hills Food Trail for Kids trail will take 6-10 year olds (and their parents) on a complimentary tasting journey from Beerenberg for jam or strawberry tastings, to Cocolat for gelati or chocolate, Woodside Cheese Wrights for cheese, Baylies for biscuits, Bird In Hand for olives and olive oil, Melba's for chocolate and sweets to Millie's Bakery for cakes and Fruitwise fruit straps and Johnston's for cordials. Adelaide Hills Food has also created Taste Adelaide Hills Food – a general food trail where participants can stop at cellar doors and retail outlets offering complimentary tastings of local cheeses, confectionery, chocolate, baked goods, olives, olive oil and honey. Experience the Adelaide Hills promotes restaurants, cafes and cellar doors that feature regional produce on their menus or tasting platters. A printable and downloadable version of the three new trails is available from www.adelaidehillsfood.com.au.
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STRANDED AT PORT ELLIOT
The selection of restaurants for holidaymakers along the Fleurieu Peninsula coastline continues to grow, with the recent opening of Stranded at Port Elliot. Located at number 12 The Strand, Port Elliot, Stranded offers smart bistro and casual alfresco dining, with an emphasis on local produce. Stranded’s philosophy is to serve hand made food from produce sourced direct from local growers. Head Chef Simon Burr has worked at a number of restaurants throughout South Australia in the Clare Valley, Barossa and Adelaide Hills and is also a cheese maker. Stranded offers casual alfresco dining in the summer garden and bar with an all-day menu including contemporary pizza, locally caught fish and chips, dips, great salads, seafood and snacks. Stranded at Port Elliot also offers take-home meals, in-home catering, and can cater for functions, weddings and conferences. There are three modern apartments above the restaurant as well. Open seven days for lunch, dinner and drinks from Boxing Day through to Australia Day, then Thursday to Sunday for the remainder of the year.
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CLOCK TOWER RESTAURANT AND CAFE
The newest addition to Murray Bridge’s lively café culture is the Clock Tower Restaurant and Café in Sixth Street. The Café’s unique location means diners can enjoy panoramic views of the Murray River. Located just off Murray Bridge’s main street, the Clock Tower offers modern Australian cuisine showcasing regional produce, an extensive wine list and professional service to locals and tourists alike. In particular, the signature dish, the South Australian Tasting plate, is sure to tempt with a selection of great produce from across the State. Guests will be sure to enjoy the fantastic service and menu, whether seated inside, or outside enjoying the views from the balcony.
For more information call 08 8532 4111.




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