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September 2007

Can you believe that Christmas is now only 3 months away, we have moved on to a Spring menu and the new seasons vines have started budding?

While on the subject of Christmas, dates in Novemeber and December are filling fast, so if you are organising a large function, call Jeynelle now to ensure you get your preferred date. See our website for further Christmas Function details.

Also at Wild Cattle Creek, we have extended our accommodation facilities. See below for more information on Merlot Cottage.

New Menu

With spring in the air, so follows a new season’s menu. What would Spring be without Lamb on the menu? The kitchen team have decided to crust the lamb cutlets with a bush herb and spice mix and served with saffron rice and root vegetable crisps. The entrée of golden crisp smoked trout arancini has also been popular.

Of course the lighter meals menu has also seen some changes as we do away with the winter pie and replace with a game meat burger on toasted sourdough. Our 2 course lunch special is still available during the week and represents great value at $29.50 which includes a glass of wine.

Merlot Cottage at Wallace House

Set at the top of the hill on Wallace Road, just across the driveway from Wallace House, Merlot Cottage is now available for bookings. Overlooking the vineyard, cellar door and cottage gardens, Merlot Cottage is a self contained cottage ideal for couples. When you choose to stay at either Merlot Cottage or Wallace House, you have the convenience of all the mod cons and a short stroll down to the Cellar Door or Rustic Charm restaurant. Also located within close vicintiy to the Warburton Trail, antique shops, and other wineries and attractions, Wandin is a central convenient location for your stay in the Yarra Valley.

Dinner, Bed & Breakfast packages are available which include chocolates, a bottle of Wild Cattle Creek wine, local fruit bowl and 2 course dinner (or Lunch) from $350 per couple.

Cup Day in the Vineyard

Join us for a fun day in the vineyard on Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday November 6th. Starting at 11.00am, there will be a big screen, sweeps, fantastic food and wine and live music will be playing all afternoon. Our 2 course Lunch special will be available as well as the A la Carte menu. Come dressed for the occasion and enjoy Cup Day the Wandin way...

 

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ph: 0359 64 3694
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473 Warburton Hwy
Wandin North, VIC, 3139

PO Box 302,
Wandin North, VIC, 3139

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Lunch:
Wednesday to Monday
Dinner:
Wednesday to Saturday

Chef's Table Dinner #5

Chef's Table Dinner #5 was held on Friday 7th September without regular guest Chef George Hill, but the dynamic duo of Luke and Dean eagerly stepped up to the (hot) plate. Game Meat was the theme, and under the long distance guidance of George they designed and then prepared the menu, also calling on our newest kitchen member, Matthew Wood. Some dishes were matched with beers and others with our Wild Cattle Creek new releases. All agreed it was an adventurous and informative evening. The next Chef's Table Dinner will be held on Friday January 25th, which will be by popular demand, a Seafood Themed dinner. Keep an eye on future newsletters for more information.

New Years Eve

This year, Mainstream will be playing and guaranteed to get you up and dancing. Get a table of friends together and come dressed in Black and Gold, for what is always a fantastic fun filled night. $90 per person includes 3 course dinner and beer, wine and soft drinks.

CHEF'S RECIPÉ

Together, Dean and Luke created this dish for our Game Dinner. It was served with the most delicious Baileys and Banana flavoured semi freddo. After a substantial meaty meal, it was was the ideal finish!

Pear Flan

Ingredients

  • 2 large Pears
  • 2 tbsp Softened Butter
  • 180ml Cream
  • 180ml Milk
  • 2 Eggs
  • 75g/3oz Sugar
  • 1/2 teasp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 150C.
  2. Grease a 20cm/8 inch flan dish.
  3. Peel the pears, cut in half, remove seeds and cut into 1cm thick slices.
  4. In a saucepan, slowly melt the butter and then add pears. Sauté over a low heat for 5 minutes, turning once.
  5. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, sugar, cream, nutmeg and cinnamon.
  6. Drain the pears and arrange in the greased flan dish then pour the egg mixture over the top of the pears and bake for about 40 minutes or until set. Serve warm.

Coming Events

  • September 23rd - Mainstream
  • October 13th & 14th – Shedfest. Mainstream playing both days Shedfest website
  • October 21st - Mainstream
  • November 6th – Cup Day in the Vineyard
  • December 31st – Black & Gold Dinner. $90 pp

Visit our websites for further information.

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