ANZAC Day Event 2011

Next week for ANZAC Day, some restaurants in the Docklands will be offering FREE meals to our returned service men and women. This is a nice way to say 'Thank You' and show some gratitude to our diggers.

Event details can be viewed on www.docklandsmelbourne.com.au

Dates:
ANZAC Day – Monday 25th April

ANZAC Day Public Holiday –Tuesday 26th April

Offer:

1 free main meal + 1 beer* for all returned servicemen and women, when dining with their family
Available Lunch & Dinner
*beer can be substituted for softdrink upon request. 

For more information about participating restaurants and terms and conditions, please click here.

What’s cooking this Easter?

When we think of Easter, we tend to think of chocolate eggs, but Easter food can be many many things. So we have scoured the internet and found some of the most interesting Easter recipes that you can try during these Easter holidays. 

Ice Cream Easter Eggs

Image and recipe from www.kidspot.com

Ice cream and easter eggs in 1 recipe -  simply irresistible! Tip: gather everyone and let each of your family members make their own Easter egg with their favourite ice-cream flavour. Use sprinkles for extra fun. Read the recipe.

Hot Cross Buns

Image and recipe from www.kidspot.com.au

A favourite for Easter, hot cross buns will keep everyone happy. This is a nut free recipe which can serve up to 16 people. Read the recipe here. 

Kulich 

Image and recipe from www.dairygoodness.ca

The kulich is the traditional Russian Easter cake which is sometimes eaten with a cheese topping called paska. It takes a lot of time to prepare and cook so make sure you have all your ingredients ready. Recipe can be found here. 

Easter Bunny Biscuits 

Image and recipe from www.tasteofhome.com.au

Probably one of the cutest recipes we’ve found for you – the Bunny Biscuits are quick to make and look very pretty. Kids will love them, and so will you. Read the recipe. 

Chocolate and marrons glacés soufflé with chocolate sauce

Image and recipe from www.gourmettraveller.com.au

Unleash your inner Master Chef with this one. We thought it was so decadent that it had to feature on our blog. Get cooking! Read the recipe. 

Try those recipes and send us your comments.

Know more Easter recipes? 
Or maybe you have your own secret recipe? Send us a link or the full recipe and we will post it to our blog.

Easter events and activities in Melbourne and Phillip Island

There are plenty of events and activities available over the Easter period and they're not only about Easter bunnies and chocolate. Read more and explore your options these holidays.

Fine dining in the Docklands

Great food is available in the Docklands. This is from a favourite of ours, the New Quay Buffet.

This Easter take your family to the Docklands to enjoy a sumptuous meal at one of the many restaurants. There are several restaurants which will be open during the easter holidays. Go to www.docklands.com for more information.

Image from: http://willwen.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-quay-international-buffet.html

Shopping at Harbour Town, Docklands

Shopping at Harbour Town is always great

Thinking you’ll be bored during the Easter holidays because all the shops are closed? Think again! Though Harbour Town Docklands will be closed on Good Friday, you can still have your shopping spree on the other remaining days of teh Easter break. Visit the Harbour Town website for more information.

The Easter Fun Festival
Churchill Island, Phillip Island

Discover the rich history of Churchill Island through a 2 day festival which will be held over the Easter weekend. This is a great occasion for families to relax and have fun together. For more information about Churchill Island, read our previous post: Gourmet Holiday on Phillip Island

National Corvette Convention
Melbourne, Friday 22nd April – Tuesday 26th April 2011

If you’re a car enthusiast you will love this event. The 23rd National Corvette Convention will thrill you with its beautiful cars and exciting activities. The convention will last 4-5 days. For more information:

http://www.corvettesofmelbourne.com/convention/

La Mirada Film Festival 2011

ACMI, Melbourne – until 26^th April 2011

Penelope Cruz is one of the many artists whose movies are featured in the festival

The Spanish Film festival is on at ACMI this Easter holidays. This festival is co-programmed by the great Pedro Almodóvar. So learn more about Hispanic culture these Easter Holidays: http://www.lamirada.org.au/