Sorrento Magazine

3sorrento village life summer 2012-2013

It’s time to refresh, renew, revive and re-visit Sorrento. Spring and summer is when Sorrento comes alive, with a multitude of sporting events, a fantastic selection of seaside activities to get involved in, and of course fabulous shopping in the village. Coming up over the summer months are the Portsea Polo in Point Nepean National Park, the twilight run and the Portsea Classic and Sorrento Bay Swims. Of course, you can also go it alone by doing one of the many walks around Sorrento and its national parks, or along the Sorrento Portsea Artists Trail taking in cliff top mansions and breathtaking bay views.In Sorrento, you can always discover something new. Whether it be a bit of history about one of the many heritage limestone buildings, a dolphin, seal or even occasionally a whale spotted in the bay, or a unique piece of artwork or sculpture for your home, it’s impossible not to make a new discovery.If you haven’t visited the village in a while, you’ll be blown away with the amazing selection of retail stores now available. Sorrento has over 30 fashion boutiques, many unique to the village or the Peninsula, bespoke traders who can custom make jewellery or clothing to suit your needs, a range of galleries and homewards stores and of course some of the best restaurants and cafes going around. With the advent of on-line shopping it’s sometimes nice to get back to a place where customer service is like it used to be, where retailers can customise selections for you and treat you like a person and not just a sale.Of course if retail therapy is not your thing, you can always take a little relaxation therapy at one of the day spas or just relax either by the bay or by the Ocean.Live the Life Sorrento style and enjoy Sorrento Village.Natalie Garner, Business Development ManagerSorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce

This Summer re-visit Sorrento

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www.geppettosworkshop.com.au/sorrento

85G Ocean Beach RdSorrento

Ph. 5984 4227

Take a trip down memory lane and visit one of Australiaʼs best Toy Stores.

A truly old fashioned toy store where you will find quality toys.

Geppettoʼs Workshop is Australiaʼs biggest puppet stockist and has some hard to find

ranges including Charlie Bears and Sylvanian Families. We have the largest range of Dolls Houses on display on the Mornington Peninsula. We have a huge range of educational and wooden toys,

so a visit will not disappoint.... Layby now for Christmas!”

I WANT ONE OF THOSE! By Liz Rogers

Professional Babysitter AvailableAttentive, caring, with qualifications in childcare.

Experienced over 10 years offering flexibility and competitive rates. Reliable car & references.Call Giverny to discuss your needs 0400 230 689

That’s a phrase you hear a lot of when entering Australia’s biggest puppet store right in the heart of Sorrento Village. Witches, clowns, fairies and ghouls hang from the ceiling while gorgeous hand-made teddies snuggle beneath. Marionettes and puppets from Prague, Indonesia, Germany and the USA play along-side traditional wooden toys and puzzles. Tin cars park next to dress ups, dolls, books and umbrellas. Geppetto’s Workshop is a treasure trove of all things past, present and future and caters to all generations. Grandparents exclaim, ‘I had one of those when I was little’, while small folk love saying hi to giant wooden soldiers and the five foot Pinocchio puppet hanging near the front door.Owner Noel White has been in the toy industry for around eleven years but never tires of seeing his customer’s smiles because, “toys bring people together”. With a great selection of unique keepsakes such as Babushka (Russian authentic) dolls, scratch and smell stickers, spinning tops, train whistles and whirly gigs, Geppetto’s Workshop is a toy store that takes you back to your childhood and keeps you in it, happily. *Christmas gift packs available, just ask in store.

Geppetto’s Workshop – open 7 days a week 9.00am till 5.00pm85G Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento Phone/Fax: 03 5984 4227www.geppettosworkshop.com.au/sorrentofacebook: Geppettos Workshop Sorrento

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Get your colour groove on this Spring and Summer at Emia SorrentoBanish grey days and wet weather with a visit to Emia. Choose from cool leather bags in neon bright colours, sweet scents by L’Artisan, soft Goddis wraps, floral print dresses by Mist and the latest to-die-for Melissa shoes. We have the colour fix you NEED this season!Get on the neon bandwagon and add a pop of colour to any outfit with gorgeous soft leather bags. Practical shapes in extraordinary colours make for an instant classic.The store is blooming with new ideas and fresh updates as Emia embraces Spring and Summer 2012, so drop in and let us brighten up your day (and your wardrobe!)We look forward to welcoming you at 50 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento Tel. 5984 3399. Emanuella Tinti

Sorrento Village Life Magazine is published by Big Bang Media for the Sorrento-Portsea Chamber of Commerce

Contact Lisa Walton at Big Bang Media on 9708 8222 or email [email protected] www.morningtonlife.com.au


MAGICAL MILLER ON OCEAN by Liz Rogers

Walking into Marlene Miller Antiques is like jumping inside a story book where you become the main character. You are transported to a time of afternoon teas in rose adorned cups, striking it rich in the gold fields of the 1800’s or promenading the town in the latest mink stole mid 1940’s. The store reads like who’s who from the seventeenth century onwards. One hundred year old chests support sharpened Italian tools from the 1850’s. Victorian Cedar bookcases lay in wait for poetry and fiction from as early as the 1680’s to tell their tales. Antiques have the wonderful power to divulge our past so we can look towards the future. Marlene has been part of the antique world for over twenty-eight years. Her keen eye is personified in her eclectic range of fine jewellery. Viewing the magnificent range of Gold Rush brooches, necklaces and rings is a must. The gold in these early pieces is fluid, almost seeming to spring back into shape when touched. ‘Baby’ Georgian money brooches with pearls symbolising tears framing locks of hair intrigue, while contemporary pieces made by Melbourne’s top jewellers will impress - this is the perfect place to find that engagement or wedding ring you’ve been searching for.Step back into a world where craftsmanship is honoured and age is a thing of beauty at Marlene Miller Antiques, where magic really does happen and time stands still.Marlene Miller Antiques - open seven days a week 10.00 (ish) am till 5.00pm (closed Christmas and Good Friday)128 Ocean Beach Road, SorrentoPh: 03 5984 1762 M: 0438 537 757


From around the world to our own backyard, that’s the Darriwill Farm experienceAt Darriwill Farm Sorrento they source their own range of gourmet foods, fine wines and unique gifts from around the world to provide customers with the widest possible choice. Let owners Paul & Robyn take you through a taste test of fine wines, from the Darriwill Farm everyday drinking range and the export quality $12.95 value wines, through to their premium imported and local wines, including Yarrabank Crème de Cuvee and the delicious Portsea Estate range.Once you’ve selected the wine, make sure you pick up some premium cheese, dip and nibbles to go with it. To complete the picture you can select from one of their 15 different cheeseboards and cheese platters.If you can’t find that special gift let the professionals at Darriwill Farm Sorrento put together a fabulous hamper to suit your budget and the occasion. Pack it with goodies from around the world, or just down the road, that’s the Darriwill Farm Sorrento experience. And don’t forget a delicious macaroon for later!

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66 Ocean Beach Rd, SorrentoPh: 5984 2841

Welcomes Aust Post to the store!

with 100 extra post boxes now available.

For all books, cards, magazines, stationary

& toys!

Now agents for Brown Gouge dry cleaning

RESTORE, REVITALISE AND RELAX by Liz Rogers

Marlo Spa in Sorrento provides real solutions for optimal health. Being inspired by India’s ancient wisdom of healing and the philosophy of wellness, this spa’s focus is to tap into each client’s inner and outer beauty through a holistic approach and a truly sensory experience.This tranquil haven provides the perfect environment for the calming of mind and body. Various massage techniques such as ayurvedic (alternative), Indian head and Hahana stone massage nourish the ‘self’ to expose eternal beauty emanating from within. Biodroga and Om Veda spa products replenish your skin, while Udwarthana (massage to elevate, awaken and improve circulation) and Shirod-hara (massage for relief, grounding, focusing and inner peace) revitalise your mind.Established fifteen years ago, Marlo Spa is an ideal place for a weekend escape whether you’re going solo or in a team. Bridal and pamper parties or group getaways are welcome - Marlo Spa’s treatment rooms are twice the standard size. With outdoor spa and steam facilities, pure organic facials and stretch/yoga classes on offer, the Marlo Spa journey takes you to where you want to be - a place of perfect harmony.Marlo at Marlo Spa – open Monday through Friday 9am till 5pmSaturday 9am till 6pm; Sunday 9am till 4pm43-45 Ocean Beach Road, SorrentoPh: 5984 5300 www.marlospa.com.au

Shady, cosy cornersThroughout Sorrento you will find quiet, interesting places to relax and enjoy a coffee, cake or sample some of the peninsula’s finest produce.This leafy, tucked away gem is behind Stringer’s Stores.For more on dining throughout Sorrento turn to pages 36 - 48.


PERSONALITY PACKS A PUNCH! by Liz Rogers

If you’re looking for an accessory that makes a statement you’ve come to the right place. accessoreyes may be a compact store, but there is nothing small about the extensive range of boutique bags, eyewear and purses on display. Always over stocked so her customers have plenty to choose from, Vicki buys beautiful accessories you’re unlikely to find anywhere else. Business card holders, change purses, wallets, hand bags and totes never looked so good. The only problem is which one to choose, but Vicki and her friendly staff makes that easy. Service is a big part of what they do - accessoreyes will deliver to the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne which is ideal for weekenders or locals who need a gift for a friend closer to the city.Vicki has been a ‘bag lady’ for over eight years, but she knows her eyewear too. Check out her range of Bifocal Sunglasses – ideal for (the guys) reading the form guide on the lawn! Whether it’s an ‘out there’ walking stick, tide clock or buying a quick gift before you jump back on the ferry, accessoreyes has something for everyone. Clearly. accessoreyes open 10am till 5pm seven days a weekShop 1B, 85 Ocean Beach RoadSorrento.Ph: 5984 5400


Wendy Grace has painted a series of works dealing with perceptual issues surrounding colour, chance and spontaneity. While alluding to the landscape, the works remain within the realm of abstraction. Wendy is a bayside artist who works between the aqueous spaces

of the coastal fringe and the hinterland environment. Her organic, abstract works recall the familiar, the natural and ephemeral patterns and colours found in nature. Yet with compositions of transparent paint that run, pool and bloom merging into mysterious biomorphic forms, Wendy’s paintings suggest an otherness. Evocative shapes question what we see and what we think we see, vacillating between the invisible and the visible, the familiar and the unknown.Wendy graduated from RMIT University with a Diploma of Visual Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Painting) and Honours, in painting in 2007. She has held several solo exhibitions and is a finalist in the Redland Art Awards and St Georges Art Awards for 2012. Wendy has exhibited in numerous group

exhibitions and is represented in a number of private collections. Other featured artists at Manyung Gallery include Bruce Earles, Craig Penny, Jo-ann Hunt, Katherine Alexander, Barbara Tyson, Darren Doye, Conchita Carambano, Ross Willsmore, Miertje Skidmore and many more.We’d love to see you at our galleries located in Sorrento, Mt Eliza and Malvern. 9787 2953www.manyunggallery.com.auArtwork: Antipodes by Wendy Grace (right) and Pineapple Smoke by Bruce Earles (above)

A summer of art at Manyung

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Manyung at Glenferrie248 Glenferrie Road Malvern Mel Ref 59 C8

Manyung at Mt Eliza1408 Nepean Hwy, Mt Eliza Mel Ref 105 E5

Manyung Mobile In-home trial of works from

galleries or our website

113a Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento

Call 9787 2953 for all galleriesVisit our website to view works by more than 150 artists

Visit Manyung Gallery Group sister galleries:

Stewart Westle Miertje SkidmoreCraig Penny Barbara Tyson

A constantly moving, diverse range of 120 original, high quality, Australian contemporary artworks – many with southern peninsula theming, including sculpture


Marc Clavin Amcal Pharmacy located conveniently in the middle of the historic Sorrento main street is well equipped to handle all your pharmacy, photographic and summer needs. With Revlon, Clarins and Maybelline cosmetics together with Natio, Sukin, Alchemy, InEssence and L’Oreal skin care as well as a selection of budget cosmetics there is something for everyone. The pharmacy has a multi kiosk Kodak Express counter from which you can print directly from your Facebook, IPhone or any of the various common media including USB sticks, CD’s & memory cards. Passport photos are also available while you wait. All your essential nutrition needs are in stock including Blackmores, BioCeuticals, Nature’s Own, Swisse and the full range of Amcal brand products. Whether you’re looking for the very latest in sunglass fashion, a quick replacement for your magnified glasses or a sunscreen or sun hat from our extensive ranges, you’re sure to find all your summer essentials at Marc Clavin Pharmacy in Sorrento, 61 Ocean Beach Rd Tel. 5984 2196.

Lotions, potions and photos at pharmacy


sorrento community centre, david macfarlan reserve friday january 11 – saturday january 19, 2013

10am - 4pm daily • opening night - friday january 11 • demonstrations from feature artists

The Rotary Club of Sorrento Inc. is proud to present the

sor rento art show www.thebaya

The Rotary Club of Sorrento each year organises the most spectacular Art Show regarded as one of Mornington Peninsula’s most prestigious innovative vibrant exhibitions. Hosted annually by the club this is the 29th year of the anticipated event.A prestigious event which attracted more than 380 visitors in 2012 with a record number of art sales. This show is a great showcase for established and emerging artists with the added benefit of fundraising for the community. All funds raised from the exhibition go toward the Rotary community projects. The show features prominent and up and coming Australian artists and as such attracts many buyers from

Melbourne as regional Victoria.The feature artists this year are Fiona Bilbrough, Ev Hayes, Rosemary Todman-Parrant and John Bredl, who will also hold a demonstration at 2pm on Sunday 13th January. The judge will be John Duncan-FirthThe ten day exhibition opens to the public for viewing and purchasing your choice of quality artwork on Friday 11th January at the official opening and continues until Saturday 20 April and continues until 19th January from 10am until 4pm.Rotary Club of Sorrento 29th Annual Art Show, Sorrento Community Centre, David MacFarlan Reserve Enquiries 0432420336 or www.thebayartshow.com.au

The Bay is the Place to View

Nepean Historical Society is well worth a vist at 827 Melbourne Road, Sorrento. The building which is classified by the National Trust was built of local limestone in 1876/90. There are many displays including models of the first ships to sail into Port Phillip Bay - ‘The Lady Nelson’ and ‘H.M.S. Calcutta’


Would you like to have your next special item of jewellery tailor made for you exclusively?With 12 years in Sorrento, and 32 years of experience Jeffery Malesa has a genuine talent for styling each piece to suit the individual. He designs and makes jewellery that will delight beyond expectations. Whether you have a firm idea or simply a vague notion you will be guided through a design and gemstone selection process that follows or finds the jewel that will encapsulate your essence and dreams. You can guarantee that your family and friends as well as passers by will agree that you are wearing the perfect piece.Come and meet Jeffery in his exclusive, and colourful new studio in the Oriental Arcade, Sorrento.Situated amongst other craftspeople in this “Paris” style arcade, which is recognised as “Old Sorrento”, is a fitting haunt for a traditionally trained, artistically inspired Master Jeweller.The studio has an intimate feel and is the perfect place to comfortably bring to life your new treasure.

The Oriental Arcade ozzes with all the ambience and charm of this historical seaside village. Many bespoke businesses can be found in this arcade, which is nicknamed ‘the old Sorrento’. Wander down the arcade and take the stairs to the next level where you will find classic style at the gorgeous boutique Upstairs at Sorrento. Now also boasting Hummingbird Blooms with stunning flowers and specialty giftware

Oriental Arcade, 20 Ocean Beach Rd, SorrentoPh: 5984 4342

F l o w e r s F a s h i o n S p e c i a l t y G i f t s

Upstairs at Sorrento


Food, family and a taste of Sicily!There is no better place to enjoy the finest Italian cuisine than at Sorrento Trattoria. This rustic Italian restaurant has been owned and run by the same family for nearly 8 years and their generations of cooking and love of food shine through the quality menu offerings.Everything here is made from scratch on the premises using only the freshest produce sourced from local suppliers. Each day, Carmel can be found in the kitchen preparing new recipes with her son and daughter assisting in other areas of the restaurant. Husband Marco started this successful business and his family background as a baker lead to the creation of the perfect pizza dough.Their new Spring/Summer menu will include their signature dish “Trattoria”. This delicious combination of salami, bacon, jalapeno peppers, mushrooms and olives can be devoured on a pizza, in a pasta or as a sauce accompanying veal......so yum! Their extensive wine list also includes hard to source bottles from Venice and Sicily.Come on down and be welcomed like part of the family!Sorrento Trattoria is located at the Oriental Arcade, 20 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento Tel. 5984 5655 Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11.30am to 9pm

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The only security company on the Mornington Peninsula with a certified A Grade Alarm Monitoring Control Room, Coastcom Security has been part of the community for decades, offering premium quality protection with state of the art systems and highly visible patrol cars – 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Coastcom Security specialises in the installation and maintenance of domestic and commercial electronic security systems for use on the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne and beyond. We will work with you to assess the particular security risks at your property and using our extensive local and industry experience, design, install and maintain a system that delivers the protection you need.

Coastcom Security looks after your property in more ways than one. We have developed a comprehensive

range of protection packages to meet your level of domestic security needs, from Basic Starter to our premium Platinum Monitoring Package where we look after everything including bringing in your rubbish bin!

Coastcom Security’s Business Monitoring Pack offers maximum protection for all types of businesses on the Mornington Peninsula. Combining the most popular products and services and designed to minimize the security risk to your buildings, plant and stock, our Coastcom Business Pack can be tailored to meet the particular needs of your company and may provide the opportunity for substantial savings on your insurance premiums.

To find out how easy it is to be totally protected contact the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Coastcom Security today.

Coastcom Security has a fleet of four new patrol cars and a state of the art security van safeguarding the Mornington Peninsula around the clock, every day of the year.

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A properly planned and constructed garden can add tens of thousands of dollars in value to your home.

Selecting a landscape gardener who can bring your garden dreams to fruition is an important part of the process.

Marcus McCausland has years of experience in the industry and his business – Element Garden Construction – is a multifaceted company with design, construction and maintenance all taken into account when planning your garden.

Mt Eliza born and bred, Marcus did his apprenticeship in horticulture at what was formerly Linton’s Garden & Home (now Eden Garden Centre).

After becoming fully qualified, Marcus

then decided to work in Europe for a couple of years to gain an appreciation of garden design on a grand scale.

He also spent some time in South Africa and continues to travel the globe to update his knowledge and refresh his ideas on sophisticated garden construction.

Marcus says “Designing and installing gardens is an enjoyable process and we thrive on being part of each stage and ensuring a seamless service.”

“Our designs are simple and timeless and often incorporate local recycled timbers, steelwork and natural stone reflecting the essence of the Mornington Peninsula.”

A minimalist approach and lessening the impact on the environment is

what Element Garden Construction is all about.

Element offers more than just design and constructing gardens.

Qualified horticulturalists will write a personalised maintenance schedule of your garden and follow through with regular visits across all seasons. Feeding, clipping and mulching are all part of maintaining your garden’s longevity and making sure it’s in top condition throughout the year.

Element Garden Construction also have a full range of excavation equipment on hand, including 1.5 tonne and 3 tonne excavators, a kanga mini loader, a large bobcat, a tip truck as well as a full range of augers for boring holes.

Timeless gardens reflecting the essence of the peninsula


During October, the Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce arranged an independent and highly qualified image and style consultant, Julie Hyne, to run style workshops and personal shopping tours in Sorrento. Julie spent time explaining about different body shapes, and how colour, patterns, textures, lengths, and the general style of clothing you wear affects your overall image. Hair colour and style can also greatly impact how young you look, as can the heal or shape of your shoes and your make up. These are all things that we think we know about ourselves, but as our

lifestyle and life stages change, so does our body shape, skin and hair colour, and therefore often the clothes you wear also need to change.In Sorrento there is over 30 fashion stores, where you can find something unique and fabulous, local & overseas brands that you can’t get elsewhere. Most Sorrento fashion stores have qualified staff, trained to help you put items together to get a style of outfit that best suits you and your body.GIRLS WEEKENDS AWAY – BOOK YOUR VERY OWN STYLISTSorrento has so much to offer for

the perfect girls weekend away. An idyllic seaside location with bay and ocean beaches, activities such as dolphin swims, surfing and stand up Paddle Board, national parks within easy walking distance, and beautiful heritage buildings. Sorrento also boasts great eateries, day spas and of course fabulous shopping for yourself, your home and kids. You can book Julie for your next girls weekend away and learn about the best styles for you and your friends before hitting the shops. Julie is available for either a personal shopping tour or a styling session. Call 0433 114 841 or email [email protected] . It’s a real treat to combine a shopping trip with relaxation, to be able to enjoy the fresh air, wander at leisure and leave the “parking rage” at the big shopping complexes. Sorrento – Live the Life!

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Cinori Shoes & Accessories 127 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3544Debs Boutique 24 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1617Designer Clothing Labels 85-99 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5166Desire Boutique 113 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4439Duchamp Clothing & Traffic Footwear 74 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0179Emia 50 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3399Feathers Pop Up Shop 70 Ocean Beach Rd Ghanda 111 Ocean Beach Rd 5261 2236Herman 1 George St 5984 5111Jeffery Malesa Goldsmith Jeweller, 7A,20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1144Jenny Scott Leisurewear, Oriental Arcade, 18-24 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1571Karma Kameleon 52 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4485LuLuLemon Athletica 41 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1516Meredith 129 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4233Mimco 2/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2076Naturally Debs 18 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3082Outlet Shop 72 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5094Promenade at Sorrento 105 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4953Siren Fine Jewellery 29 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4330Sketa Shop 2, 42-44 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0927Sorrento Beach Club 71 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4699Sorrento Girl Shop 2,108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4011Sportsgirl 54 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2489Sterling & Hyde 47 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5744Swimwear Galore 131 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0322Twiggys Shoes 60 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2184Upstairs At Sorrento Level 1, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4342Witchery 3/133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2914

FOOD & LIQUOR Broo Beer Level 1,4/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2222Brumbys Bakery 42-44 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0871Coles 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 8500Darriwill Farm 51 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5399Fish Fetish Fish & Chips 27 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1479Geggsy’s Allsorts 168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3322Liquorland Shop 4, 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 8580Majestic Cellars 85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5962Mubble Gourmet Ice Creamery 69 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4944Patricks Corner Store 157 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4422Ray’s Meats 55 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4443Scicluna’s Real Food Merchants 31 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4866Stringers Store 2-8 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2010

HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLBEING Chicago Hair 107 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4655Holistic Health & Acupuncture Lvl 1, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 9885 7279Hotel Sorrento Spa 5-15 Hotham St 5984 8047

ACCOMMODATION Beach House Rentals 39 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4578Carmel of Sorrento Heritage Suites & Self Contained Units 142 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3512Drop Inn self-contained accom 150 Ocean Beach Rd 0402 436 464Eastcliff Cottage B & B 881-883 Melbourne Rd 5984 0668Hotel Sorrento Apartments 5-15 Hotham Rd 5984 8000Marshall’s Holiday Rentals Level 1, 7 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5955MyCoastline Level 1, 6 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2221Shell’s Apartments 85-99 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0454Sorrento Beach House 3 Miranda Street 5984 4323Sorrento Beach Motel 780 Melbourne Rd 5984 1356Whitehall & Oceanic Apartments 231 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4166

ART & GALLERIES Antipodes Bookshop Gallery 138 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4217Beast Creations 3301 Pt Nepean Rd, 5984 0902Gallery Sorrento 148 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2380GallerySorrento 141 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4933Manyung at Sorrento Contemporary Art Gallery 113A Ocean Beach Rd 9787 2953Marlene Miller Antiques & Gallery 128 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1762Sorrento Fine Art Gallery 3297 Point Nepean Rd 5984 3880Sorrento Museum 827 Melbourne Rd 5984 0255Temple Gallery 3385 Point Nepean Rd 5988 8954

BANKS ANZ & Westpac ATMs 26-36 Ocean Beach Rd Commonwealth Bank 38-40 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2336National Australia Bank 67 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 8300

CHILDRENSWEAR & TOYS Geppetto’s Workshop 85 G Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4227Lemonade Factory 58 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3495Seed 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5042

COMMUNITY SERVICES JackanAndy’s Op Shop 848 Melbourne Rd 5984 4577Rotary Club of Sorrento P.O.Box 58 5984 5414Sorrento Beachside Visitor Info Cnr Ocean Beach Rd & George St 5984 1478Sorrento Community Centre 860-868 Melbourne Rd 5984 3360Sorrento Portsea A.R.H Op Shop 63 Kerferd Ave Sorrento Primary School Kerferd Avenue 5984 2130St Josephs Primary School Constitution Hill Rd 5984 1291

FASHION & ACCESSORIES Accessoreyes 85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5400Adore Clothing 2/133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4128Blue Illusions 76 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4977Brown Sugar 3/119 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5479

Sorrento Village Chamber of Commerce Directory


Marlo Spa 43 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5300Ocean Fitness Pilates & Massage Lvl 1, 3/20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0081Peninsula Life Medispa 85-99 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0122Sorrento Hair Level 1, Oriental Lane, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5453Sorrento Natural Therapies 48 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0778Three Seas Hairdressing 3/3295-7 Point Nepead Rd 5984 4433

HOTELS & ENTERTAINMENT Athenaeum Cinemas Sorrento 26-36 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2903Continental Hotel 1-21 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2201Hotel Sorrento 5-15 Hotham Rd 5984 8000Sorrento Portsea R.S.L 1-3 Hurley St 5984 2886Sorrento Video/Music 26-36 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2903

HOUSE & GARDEN Bed Bath N Table 35-37 Ocean Beach Rd 3943 5984 3893Big Chair 119 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3388Coastal Living Interiors 85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5480Elephant 3 George Street 0415 957 922Happy Days 155 Ocean Beach Rd 0409 366 488Hello Blossoms - weddings Level 1, 101 Ocean Beach Rd 5988 3098Hummingbird Blooms Level 1, 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4342In Sorrento Lifestyles 85 D Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0700Overboard Design Furniture & Gallery 80 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2055Saltwater Trading 153 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0444Sandarne Homewares 147 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0222Sorrento Hire And Sales 854 Melbourne Rd 5984 4334Sorrento Mitre 10 80-98 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2247

MEDICAL Dietician 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4322Kinetic Physiotherapy & Clinical Pilates 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4322Marc Clavin Amcal Pharmacy 61-63 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2196Melbourne Pathology 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4322Sorrento Medical 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4322Sorrento Physiotherapy Shop 5, 108 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4938Sorrento Psychology 166 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4322

MENS FASHION & SURFWEAR Balin Surfboards 4 Coppin Arcade / 71 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5199Gazman 49 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5155Ozmosis 57-59 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0360Trigger Bros 46-48 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5670WitcheryMan 1/133 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2509

REAL ESTATE Bennison Mackinnon 39 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0999Buxton Real Estate Portsea Sorrento 109 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4388Fletchers Real Estate 136 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2600J. P. Dixon Real Estate Portsea Sorrento 60A Kerferd Ave 5984 5030

Prentice Real Estate 78 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4177RealWon Pty Ltd 106 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4899RESTAURANTS & CAFES Acquolina 26 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0811Baked in Sorrento 53 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1916Buckley’s Chance Restaurant Cafe 174 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2888Chinamans Hat 102 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3331Chopstix Noodle Bar 120 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4455Daisy’s on the Bay 3293 Point Nepean Rd 5984 4255Just Fine Food 23 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4666Loquat Restaurant 3183 Point Nepean Rd 5984 4444Morgans 1 The Esplanade 5984 1069Shell’s Cafe 85 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5133Smashing Bean 1/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5897Sorrento Thai 1-3 Hurley St 5984 5138Sorrento Trattoria Pizza & Pasta 20 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5655Stringers Cafe 2-8 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2010The Baths 3278 Point Nepean Rd 5984 1500The Sisters - Kitchen.Garden.Cafe 149-151 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4646Three Palms 154-164 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 1057Via Sorrento 77 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 3633

SERVICES Australia Post 66 Ocean Beach Rd 13 13 18Coastcom 133 Hotham Rd 1300 844 844JSP Partners Accountants 168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0135Mornington Peninsula Limousines, Lvl 1, 8 /119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2288S. Smith Builders P/L. Level 1/50 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4677Sorrento Catering Co. 3154 Point Nepean Rd 0412 580 968Sorrento Newsagency 66 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 2841Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce, P.O.Box 469 0424 000 391TAB 101 Ocean Beach Rd Telsec Security Lvl 1,1&2/119-125 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 0600Travelscene Sorrento Beach 9 George St 5984 3366Woodhams O’Keeffe & Co Lawyers, 168 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 4766

SPORTING CLUBS Sorrento Bowls Club Hotham Rd 5984 2831Sorrento Football & Cricket Club, David McFarlan Reserve 5984 2571Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club, 3154 Point Nepean Rd 5984 8200Sorrento Surf Life Saving Club 250 Ocean Beach Rd 5984 5533Sorrento Tennis Club 854 Melbourne Rd 5984 4131

EMERGENCY SERVICES Ambulance 000Fire 000Police Hotham Rd 5984 2000Victoria Bushfire Information Line 1800 240 667

Sorrento Village Chamber of Commerce Directory

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The paintings start from near the Sorrento Pier, then proceed towards Portsea on the front beach side, then around to London Bridge and finishing at Diamond Bay. See numbers 1-14 to on the map below for positions of artists’ display signs. Pick up an Artist Trail brochure at the Sorrento Beachside Information Centre for more details.Brochures and maps can also be found in regional tourist information centres and the Nepean Historical Society, or see below.

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Surrounding Walks Around Sorrento and Portsea take in pristine bay beaches dotted with jetty’s, boats and marine life, historic cliff top mansions, beautiful villages, national parks, historic buildings or sweeping ocean views. Most walks are around 3 to 4 km return catering for all fitness levels and interests. See the Sorrento Tourist map available at Sorrento Beachside Tourist Information Centre for more details.Sorrento Heritage Walk History abounds in Sorrento as Victoria’s first settlement site in 1803. It was during the 1870’s and 1880’s that many of the magnificent limestone buildings were built. You can enjoy a walking trail visiting most of the historic sites in and around Sorrento, indicated by the historic symbols on the map. Visit the Nepean Historical Society Museum for information on Sorrento’s rich history.Sorrento Portsea Artists TrailThe Peninsula has been an inspiration to painters for many years. The Sorrento Portsea artists trail brings their works to life, you are able to stand and view the scene exactly as was seen by the artist. Experience the work of artists from where their works were created along the Sorrento Portsea Artist Trail. Includes works from Albert Tucker, Roland Clark, Sir Arthur Streeton, Ray Hodgkinson, Arthur Boyd, Penleigh Boyd, John Perceval, Isaac Whitehead and Emanuel Phillips.

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ENJOY A FIRE SAFE SUMMERIn the summer months there’s no better place to be than down the coast or in some of our stunning bush or grassland areas. Wind down and enjoy a fun and relaxing summer break knowing you’ve taken a few simple steps to stay fire safe. Away from Home ChecklistFive things to do every time you’re out and about.Save the Victorian Bushfire Information Line (1800 240 667) into your mobileKnow the most up-to-date Fire Danger Rating for the area you are travelling toFind out if a Total Fire Ban has been declaredListen to ABC local radio (or other emergency broadcaster) Be prepared to change your plans on hot, dry, windy daysFire Ready App Get the latest fire information and warnings direct to your smartphone or iPad. Set the app to notify you when an incident occurs in a chosen area and use it to stay up-to-date with local Fire Danger Ratings and Total Fire Bans. Download the app free from cfa.vic.gov.au. Monitor Fire Danger Ratings to stay safe On days where the Fire Danger Ratings is Severe, Extreme or Code Red, it’s better to visit or stay in town centres and avoid being in dry grass or scrub areas, or in the bush. Visitors to parks and forests should expect them to be closed on Code Red days.Did you know?Code Red days are rare - when forecast they are extremely serious. Bans and Ratings – what’s the difference? Total Fire Bans are legal restrictions on open fires, equipment and BBQs that prevent fires from starting. Fire Danger Ratings help you to know when the local conditions are dangerous enough to enact your bushfire plan. That might mean leaving the area early, well before there are any signs of fire – once a fire has started the chances are it will be too late to leave.To find out more, visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call 1800 240 667.


Discover Point NepeanWith its spectacular natural and built landscapes, Point Nepean National Park is a place that leaves an immediate impression on anyone who visits. It is truly one of Victoria’s beautiful natural landscapes.The park is located at the very tip of the Mornington Peninsula and has some of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Bass Strait, the Rip and Port Phillip Bay.The entrance to Port Phillip Bay was the most heavily forted port of the British Empire and was known as the ‘Gibraltar of the South’. Visitors can see an example of this at the very point of the park where Fort Nepean is located. It is where an extensive network of forts, gun emplacements and tunnels are located. Also at the park is the Quarantine Station, established in 1852, it offers a unique opportunity to see an infectious disease processing facility still in place. Here visitors will find many historic buildings used

in quarantine which include hospitals, a disinfecting complex, a morgue, cemetery and much more to explore.Point Nepean has an extensive network of tracks to cycle or walk. One recently opened is the Range Area Walk, it takes visitors through an area of the park where the Officer Cadets, who occupied the site for three decades, trained. Features on this walk include a 400m firing range and Monash Break and Light with sweeping views of the park and Melbourne City.Visitors can also relax and enjoy a picnic at Point Nepean with the shade of a Moonah tree. They are part of a coastal habitat complete with wildlife including echidnas, bandicoots, wallabies, reptiles. In the surrounding waters visitors might also spot bottlenose Dolphins or Australian Fur Seals. Point Nepean National Park is located at the end of Point Nepean Road, Portsea. Park entry is freeFor more information visit www.parks.vic.gov.au or call 13 1963


Taking a walk anywhere on the Mornington Peninsula is a joyous experience, but the Millionaire’s Walk along the clifftops from Sorrento to Portsea is simply thrilling.Besides being gobsmacked by the awesome views across Port Philip Bay and beyond, one gets to step into the backyards of the Peninsula’s rich and famous. As well as marvelling at their beautifully landscaped gardens, you’ll get an insight into how Melbourne’s elite spend time at their summer mansions with their private jetties.The two kilometre walk is relatively easy and usually takes about two hours.Start your walk at the Sorrento Beach rotunda and stroll along the Esplanade towards Portsea.You’ll pass the historical stream train terminals before mounting the clifftop and ambling through the Millionaires gardens.On a clear day you can see Queenscliff on the other side of

the bay and you’ll also observe the Queenscliff-Sorrento Ferry coming and going.You’ll even spot the Millionaires out in their leisure craft.Sorrento was the location of the first white settlement in Victoria.Just before you finish the walk in Portsea, you will come across a white trig station and a stone monument. This is the place where on the 9th of March 1802, Acting Lieutenant John Murray, commander of ‘HMS Lady Nelson’ took possession of Port King, which was later renamed Port Philip Bay, for the British Crown..He marked the spot by hoisting the Union Jack – the first time the flag was hoisted in Australia. If you’re thirsty after the walk, you can always drop into the Portsea Hotel for a refreshment or two!Millionaire’s Walk isn’t the only great walk in the Sorrento area, there are plenty of others.For more information contact the Beachside Visitor Information Centre on 5984 1478.

SORRENTO & PORTSEA EVENTS Spring and summer sees Sorrento and Portsea come alive with a number of events and activities for all ages and stages to participate in.

In December, Christmas Carols & Fireworks are hosted by the Sorrento Portsea Chamber of Commerce on the Sorrento foreshore (Sunday December 9, 6.30pm) and St John’s Anglican Church host their annual carolling event. Sorrento also offers fabulous Christmas shopping events.

January is certainly the month for action with the Portsea Pro-Am Golf Tournament, Portsea Twilight Run/Walk at Point Nepean National Park, Rotary Club Annual Art Show, the Couta Boats compete in the Portsea Cup, Portsea Polo, Sorrento Bay Swim, Portsea Swim Classic and Australia Day celebrations at the Sorrento-Portsea RSL.

There’s always a host of live music at local restaurants, hotels and bars throughout the summer season for all tastes in music, and February also hosts the Pier to Perignon swim from Sorrento to Portsea Pier which has been a long standing swim race for the region. Sailing events also occur at the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club throughout the season.

The World’s Longest Lunch will return to the Sorrento foreshore on 15 March 2013, and Taste of Sorrento will be back bigger and better than ever from 1 to 8 June 2013.

For dates and times of events, visit the host venues’ websites, or checkout www.sorrento.org.au what’s on section.

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If you’re looking for that perfect “once in a lifetime experience”, you can’t go past swimming with the beautiful wild bottlenose dolphins and fur seals in Port Phillip Bay. Starting their season on October 6, Moonraker Dolphin Swims offer a range of swimming and cruising options to suit your needs.Sandy Mackinnon and her daughter Torie have been operating Moonraker from Sorrento Pier for the last 22 years. Their continued success can be attributed to their focus on outstanding customer service and genuine passion for Port Phillip Bay marine life. Their commitment to sustainable environmental tourism was recently recognised when they won the coveted Qantas Australian Tourism Award for “Best Eco Tourism Business in Australia” and also the Victorian Tourism Award for “Best Eco Tourism Business”.Flagship vessel “Moonraker” leaves Sorrento Pier daily at 9am and 1pm

for a variety of tours. A second vessel “Blue Wing” was added to the fleet in 2010 to offer smaller personalised tours with a strong educational focus on the marine environment.The popular ‘Dolphin and Seal Swim Tour’ will take you on a 2 or 3 hour adventure where you can swim alongside friendly fur seals and wild dolphins. All equipment is provided and the crew give full demonstrations to those on board. Returning to Sorrento, you can enjoy delicious morning or afternoon tea while enjoying the crystal waters of our

beautiful bay.For those who’d rather stay dry, the “Dolphin and Seal Sightsee Cruise” is an experience to remember. Observe the amazing wildlife from the comfort of the boat and return with amazing memories to share with friends. The friendly team at Moonraker are happy to discuss your individual requirements for private, corporate, school or group tours. Why not try their two hour ‘Fish and Chip Cruise’ which will take you along the coastline while enjoying local fish and chips served by the crew. Or book a tour to the South Channel Fort which was reopened for public visits twelve months ago.With the weather getting warmer, now is the perfect time to enjoy a cruise of the bay and learn about our marine life. Get in early before the busy summer season to enjoy a breathtaking adventure that you will never forget!Moonraker Dolphin Swims are located at Sorrento Pier, Sorrento. Call to make a booking on 5984 4211.

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NEW Point Nepean Portsea Market These summer holidays take the scenic drive down to Point Nepean National Park, just past Portsea, on Sunday January 20th to experience a fabulous new outdoor craft and food market nestled amongst the historic buildings of the Quarantine Station.An ideal family day out, picturesque Point Nepean has just the right ambiance for a classic outdoor CMA market. Visitors can explore the beautiful coast line and enjoy stunning views of the Port Phillip Bay headlands while enjoying a vibrant market filled with a wonderfully diverse range of quality stalls showcasing home baked, home made, home grown products. CMA has operated craft and produce markets for the past 38 years, starting a craft market phenomenon back in 1975 with the now iconic Red Hill Community Market. Some CMA stallholders have passed on their enterprises to the next generation. What makes these events unique is the long held criteria of “make it bake it grow it breed it”.For a taste of what’s available at CMA markets , let your fingers to the walking and take a stroll through our website for a glimpse of what CMA has to offer or visit our Facebook page.Where: Quarantine station. End of Point Nepean Rd, Portsea (Point Nepean National Park) (Mel Ref 156 C2)When: January 20th 2013 Time: 10am to 3pmParking on Jarman Oval $5 per carwww.craftmarkets.com.au Contact: 0412 839 417http://www.facebook.com/pages/Craft-Markets-Australia

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Pancakes, maple syrup & everything in betweenAlready famous for their delicious pancakes, Buckley’s Chance in Sorrento easily delivers one of the best coffees in town alongside other enticing menu options. The locals know this as the place to go at any time of day and the kids are also catered for.Voted by the Herald Sun as being in the top 5 pancakes in Victoria, their signature pancakes with fresh berries and ice cream are even more delicious when topped with their 100% pure Canadian maple syrup. Other winning menu options include the salt & pepper calamari or juicy steak sandwich with caramelized onion & Buckley’s own tomato relish. There are also a wide range of sandwiches and salads to choose from.Being named after the convict William Buckley who survived on the shores of Port Phillip Bay against almost impossible odds for 32 years, owners Fred & Pam have nearly reached the same milestone having survived hard labour here for over thirty years.Come and enjoy some of the best food around or even take some of their delicious ‘edible gifts’ home to enjoy.Buckley’s Chance is found at 174 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento Tel. 5984 2888 www.buckleyschance.net.au

by Linda Bosnic


The Peninsula’s best kept secretFounded in 1920 following World War 1, Sorrento Portsea RSL is still going strong. The club is located in Hurley St Sorrento (off George St) below the main shopping precinct car park area. Recent refurbishments include an outdoor beer garden with shade sails and there’s no better place to spend a warm summers day. The restaurant and beer garden are open 7 days a week through summer. “Sorrento Thai Restaurant & Takeaway” currently operate the restaurant and you can phone Samorn on 5984 5138 for bookings. The club is also available for functions and party bookings. Please call 5984 2886 during business hours.“The future looks good for us” says sub branch President John Prentice, “memberships are at an all time high and recent refurbishments have greatly improved our facilities. We now have the only beer garden in Sorrento. On Saturday 15th December we are proud to host a show & dinner featuring Normie Rowe in concert.” Phone 5984 2886 for bookings.“We are really looking forward to summer” says John “come and enjoy our hospitality where visitors are very welcome.”


A combination of quality catering and gourmet cooking classes has made Feast Australia the success that it is today. Former chef and naturopath Rachel van den Bosch opened Feast and the Sorrento Cooking School three years ago and she clearly loves her work. “Food is such a great way for people to connect and I get to cook with really lovely people” says Rachel.Set in a well-equipped kitchen with gorgeous edible garden, the classes have a fresh and personal touch and include lunch or dinner with a glass of wine. Seasonal and local produce is always honoured and nutritional insights are an added bonus. Classes run for around 3 hours and range from handmade pasta and wood fired oven specialties to vibrant Thai and Vietnamese. Full calendar and class lists are available on their website. If you’re looking for a unique gift for someone special, their beautifully designed gift vouchers are perfect!The catering business can tailor packages to suit any event from grand banquets to casual stand-up affairs.

Rachel is highly trained and gained her experience working at many of Melbourne’s finest establishments including Est Est Est and The European. With three hat trained chefs and a brilliant team of service staff, you won’t be disappointed.For further information about classes or catering, give Rachel a call on 0410 544 505 or visit their website www.feastaustralia.com.au by Linda Bosnic

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Contemporary stylish decor and first-class modern cuisine have made Loquat restaurant into the successful venue that it is today. Since opening its’ doors in 2003, owners Paul Manning and Tracey Henry have provided a top quality experience for all those who come through the doors.Situated ten steps down off Point Nepean Road, you will feel at home the minute you arrive. Tracey and her staff greet you with a welcoming smile whilst Paul in the kitchen will amaze you with his menu showcasing the best seasonal and local produce. Many offerings come straight from their kitchen garden with the loquat tree providing delicious fruit for margaritas and sorbets in October and November.Perfect for a special romantic night out or small group function, dining at Loquat is an experience

to remember. You need to get in early to book one of their two popular private dining areas which can take 14 or 18 guests for a truly exceptional evening.Open Thursday to Sunday for dinner with extended hours in January, bookings are essential. A Menu du Jour is available Thursdays and Sundays with 2 courses at $30 and 3 courses $35 until Christmas (excluding Cup weekend). • The Age Good Food Guide

2005 -2013• Gourmet Traveller Wine

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Gourmet Awards for Excellence 2009 & 2010

You can find Loquat at 3183 Point Nepean Rd, Sorrento. Check out their facebook page for specials and call 5984 4444 for bookings.

Linda Bosnic

Stylish and romantic!


The Elegance & Charm of Hotel SorrentoHotel Sorrento is the premier location on the Mornington Peninsula to eat, drink, sleep and relax.Whilst retaining the charm and elegance of a gracious 1871 heritage building, Hotel Sorrento offers contemporary award winning bars, accommodation, conference facilities and restaurant. Hotel Sorrento’s staff and luxury surrounds create a warm and sociable atmosphere ensuring remarkable service and extraordinary experiences every time.Located in the heart of Victoria’s first settlement site - Sorrento, Hotel Sorrento offers captivating views across scenic Port Phillip Bay and surrounding parklands. Built in 1871, the historic limestone building is an architectural icon. The heritage hotel offers an earthy interior that is coupled with sophisticated, contemporary luxury.Hotel Sorrento has a fresh, vibrant atmosphere catering to your every need with outstanding, friendly service. Whether you choose to dine in their first-class restaurant ‘The Sorrento’, enjoy a drink in the friendly Limeburners Bar, convene in their state of the art Beach House conference facility, rejuvenate in the Hotel Spa or relax in the stylishly appointed accommodation, Hotel Sorrento would love to become your first hotel of choice.The Sorrento Restaurant offers old world charm, exciting modern cuisine, complimented by magnificent sea views. The menu is comprised of grills and seafood with local Australian ingredients and a fusion of International flavours. Designed to delight the taste buds, what better place to catch up with family and friends! The limestone surrounds radiate an atmosphere of style and elegance.

Sorrento is the perfect backdrop for many wonderful and diverse events, during 2012 Sorrento entertained car enthusiasts from around the state.

Morgan’sNew owners at Morgan’s have transformed the menu and the vibe.Sumptuous food is offered at the main restaurant breakfast, lunch and dinner, whilst the burger bar is proving popular for a quick & tasty snack.


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You know where the queues will be this summer!Mubble Gourmet Ice-Creamery is run by locals Paul and Kristen who adore the peninsula lifestyle and their business, making delicious ice-creams, gelatos, smoothies and fresh juices.Their artisan gelato, ice-cream and sorbet are all made on the premises.“We pride ourselves on friendly, happy service,” Kristen explained, “We like to experiment and play with flavours, which is how we got our name Mubble, it’s the most popular kid’s flavour right now, a mixture of Bubblegum and Marshmallow.”Other popular choices are Peach Melba, Caramel Pear, Vanilla Bean, Pannacotta, Blood Orange and Honeycomb Crunch.Find MubbleGourmet Ice-Creamery in the heart of Sorrento at 69 Ocean Beach Road.Be guilt free while you and your family indulge and enjoy the fabulous sweet offerings made using the freshest ingredients around.


Gourmet delights and fine wine await at Stringers StoresStringers Stores is located in an iconic main street building built circa 1886. Today it is home to a café, liquor store, IGA supermarket and deli. The corner café offers indoor and outdoor seating with stunning bay view’s where you can enjoy coffee and cake, a range of quick breakfast and lunch options or take away sandwiches and salads if you’re on the go. There is also a sunny courtyard out back where you can take pleasure in a bottle of wine from the extensive range offered in the liquor department.With wines from almost all local wineries you will often find these wines cheaper in store than at cellar door prices and the clean skin range is very drinkable and great value. Visit the Stores downstairs cellar for imported and other specialty wines. There is always cold beer, ciders, white wine, champagne and sparkling chilled ready for your immediate enjoyment.Pack a picnic to enjoy on the beach or put together a platter to nibble on at sundown effortlessly with local and imported meats cut as ordered from the deli, antipasto treats, a great selection of dips and cheeses and plenty of crusty bread options to choose from. Stringers also produce their own range of take-home food choices located in the fridge opposite the deli. All made on site; you can enjoy quality meals including soups, curries, casseroles, risotto, pastas, lasagne, pies, desserts and more at home without the mess. Just heat and serve. Of course in amongst all these gourmet food options you can still pick up your meat, fresh fruit and vegetables and all the basic necessities. Stringers Stores really is a one stop shop.


FISH FETISHLocals know this is the best fish and chips around!There’s nothing better after a day at the beach than fresh fish and chips cooked to perfection. Harry and his smiling team at Fish Fetish have been delivering quality seafood and burgers in Sorrento for over nine years and have gained a solid reputation.Enjoy your meal at one of the outdoor sidewalk cafe tables or take it home to indulge. Choose from fish, prawns, scallops or one of their spectacular home-made burgers. Ask any local and they’ll happily tell you their seafood and burgers are the best on the Peninsula and this is the place they go to eat!“People love our food” says Harry “and we’d like to say thanks for the support”.So head on down for a delicious meal.....you won’t be disappointed!Find Fish Fetish in the middle of Ocean Beach Road.

Situated on the foreshore of Sorrento front beach, The Baths restaurant has the most breathtaking views across the bay that you will find anywhere. Already a local favourite, this is the perfect place to relax with a glass in hand and watch all the activity on the water.Open daily from 11.30 for lunch and dinner (closed Sunday evenings), drop by anytime for a coffee, glass of wine or something to eat. The Baths also has their take-away Fish and Chippery which is open 7 days from 12pm. A wonderful spot for take-away fish and chips to share on the beach or just an ice cream and drink for the kids.Functions are a speciality with their not-to-be-missed New Years Eve event a highlight. Enjoy a great night of

dining and dancing with a 4-course menu, drink on arrival, DJ to entertain you and lots of fun guaranteed. Priced at $120, you need to book early to get a seat at this one!Famous for their spectacular weddings, The Baths is the perfect place to celebrate your big day. Arrive by car, boat or sea plane and enjoy your ceremony on the beach, at one of the gorgeous local churches or the Eastern Deck of the restaurant. You can have the place to yourselves and enjoy spectacular views as the sun goes down. Photo opportunities abound with the historic Sorrento Rotunda only 150 metres away.An easy drive from Melbourne, The Baths is just over an hour away. Bookings are highly recommended

and they are fully licensed and accept all major credit cards. Children are always welcome at this family friendly restaurant.Come on down to experience this truly unique setting and rave about it like everyone else does!Located on Sorrento Foreshore at 3278 Point Nepean Road, Sorrento Tel. 5984 1500 or visit their website www.thebaths.com.au

by Linda Bosnic

BEACHSIDE DINING AT ITS’ FINEST!

http://www.thebaths.com.au

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Harvey Norman® stores are operated by independent franchisees. *1. Terms and conditions apply. See in store for details. 2249

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(Undercover parking available – over 430 spaces)

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