Margaret River

Get set to colour your world this winter with Margaret River Beads

You can’t go past Margaret River Beads for versatile, individual and eye-catching beads.  Margaret River Beads, beaded jewelery has the hottest pieces around Margaret River this winter.

The key to taking your wardrobe into the new season is to invest in beaded jewelery that’s going to spice it up this winter and beaded jewelery from Margaret River Beads is just the way to do it.

Go ahead… bead it up with individually handcrafted pieces from Margaret River beads this winter.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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Getaway on a Margaret River Vacation for your next holiday

Margaret River is nestled in Western Australia’s south west and has a mild Mediterranean climate that makes it perfect a perfect vacation choice year round for local and international travelers alike.

First thoughts of Margaret River usually lend themselves to the outstanding wine in the region, which are likened to those found in Bordeaux, France. Margaret River itself sits at the heart of the wine and food lover’s paradise – the Margaret River region.

But there’s so much more to Margaret River Vacations than famed wine and food. The Margaret River region boasts an impressive coastline and stunning scenery, and the region’s undisputed natural masterpiece is the breathtaking Lake Cave in the Leeuwin National Park.

You don’t need to be mad about wine to enjoy a Margaret River Vacation. There is plenty of activities to keep everyone happy. Whether you’re an intrepid traveler looking for adventure along the Margaret River regions exquisite coastline and inland trails, or if you prefer the more leisurely pace of a self-drive holiday,  even an organized tour, you’ll discover an expanse of stunning contrasting landscapes and experiences to delight in.

Getaway on a Margaret River Vacation to magnificent sun-drenched  beaches, hauntingly beautiful ancient forests, stylish accommodation, whilst you indulge in sumptuous wine, beer and food as you enjoy a restorative vacation in one of Western Australia’s best holiday destinations.

It’s no surprise that so many holiday makers have cherished memories of their Margaret River getaway that they keep returning for Margaret River vacations with family and friends year after year.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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Margaret River Comedy Night

That’s right folks, the Melbourne Comedy Festival is coming to Margaret River. Three well known comedians are set bring down the house on the 2nd of June 2011 as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow.

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is now in its 13th year and brings what is considered “the best of” the Melbourne Comedy Festival to regional areas like Western Australia’s Margaret River.

To book tickets or simply find our more click on this link now.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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At Margaret River Massage there’s nothing to do… just be.

No longer can we ignore our emotions, feelings and states of contentment and happiness, as they are intricately intertwined with our state of overall health and wellbeing.

Massage, nourishes the physical body which in turn stimulates the bodies natural healing abilities.  Hence a caring for your health through massage promotes and improves your health and wellbeing.

At Margaret River Massage, you’ll be in the therapeutic hands of highly trained specialists who can help you to unwind, ease away aches and pains and revive your mind, body and soul.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent.

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One Taste of Samudra’s Raw Food Ice Cream & Sorbet and you’ll be hooked for life!

The taste of raw food ice cream and sorbet really does speaks for itself. Not only are the raw food ice cream and sorbet dairy-free they are deliciously good for you. Press play on the video below and find out how three seasoned ice cream connoisseurs rate the Yum Factor of raw food ice cream.

Samudra has excelled themselves in taste, as their raw food ice cream and sorbet tastes every bit as decadent as that of any  high quality regular ice creams and sorbets there are on the market.  The exception being that Samudra’s recipes are full of natural super-food goodness, are high in nutrients and all without being high in fat.

Why Raw Food?

By using raw food, i.e. uncooked ingredients, Samudra is able to produce very flavorsome ice cream and sorbet products like Cosmic Love Chocolate Party and JJ’s Honey Moon with a hint of mint, have a  higher nutritional value than the regular cooked alternatives.  Plus the raw food ice cream and sorbet is full of natural enzymes that our bodies require to assist with digestion and they allow for the natural nutrients present to be readily absorb.  Heating foods not only destroys natural enzymes, it lowers the available nutrient content of the ingredients being used.

Samudra raw food ice cream and sorbet in the Margaret River region is:

• 100% Dairy-Free
• 100% Preservative Free
• 100% Gluten Free
• 100% Sugar Free
• 100% Nutrient Rich Raw Food
• 100% Natural & Healthy Ingredients

When you’re in the Margaret River Region be sure to drop into Samudra and  tantalize your taste-buds with one of their decadent raw food ice cream or sorbet’s.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent.

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Margaret River Ice Cream a sweet world of anticipation…

Take a quick trip to Margaret River and discover the luxurious  taste of homemade ice cream that’s made from from fresh milk. It really is finger licking good. Press play on the video now.

warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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Margaret River Wine Top Tipple of The Tasting…

Once again Margaret River wine stands tall for autumn wines with the Margaret River region tantalizing Scoop Lifestyle Magazine’s panel of judge’s taste-buds yet again.

Cheers Margaret River!

Warmly,

Michelle & Brent.

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Drink, Laugh, Enjoy Margaret River Wine

Scoop, Western Australia’s favorite lifestyle magazine got together a panel of top wine judges for their summer edition which gave a rundown on the top drops for the summer season.  And Margaret River Wine scored the highest in Western Australia’s regional round-up. Area’s inclusive in the scoring were: Blackwood Valley, Geographe, Great Southern, Manjimup, Margaret River, Peel, Pemberton, Perth Hills and the Swan District.

Wines of the tasting were as follows:

1^st Forrest Hill Estate 2009 Chardonnay

2^nd Minot 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

3^rd Oakwood Wines 2010 White Label Verdelho

4^th Tassel Park 2010 Private Bin Semillon Sauvignon Blanc

5^th Cape Mentelle 2010 Georgiana Sauvignon Blanc

Make no mistake – Margaret River wine had a strong showing and dominated the tasting in both entries submitted and in results.

When vacationing in Margaret River reward yourself with one of the region’s top summer drops.

Warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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The perfect winery experience in Margaret River…

Rural ambiance and rustic charm, antique wine barrels bearing proud stains of vintages long past; heavy-eyed wine dogs resting under a rouge canopy; weathered winemakers sharing memories over precious drops; and; of course, a wheelbarrow brimming with rare old-back-vintages that disappeared off city shelves years ago – all at bargain prices.

Does it all really exist? Possibly.  All you have to do is get out there amongst the Margaret River wineries and find it. Western Australia boasts some exceptional wine regions, and a winery trail vacation that includes the Margaret River region is a great way to indulge your passion and learn a bit along the way.  It does help to know what you’re looking for, and what to do once you get to Margaret River.  So here’s a few helpful tips on snaring your perfect winery experience…

Vineyard, winery or cellar door?

The vineyard is where the magic happens.  The French affectionately call it Terroir, that mystical interaction between heaven, earth and vine.

When in a vineyard, expect to see vines.  Matured ones with really thick trunks, young vines; canopied, trellised, bare in the winter, and at some of the vineyards in the region, Providore for one is where you’ll see roses inter-planted with the vines.

The winery, as its name suggests, is a building or property that converts the fruits of the vineyard into wine. More a factory than a fun-house. The winery itself can be hot, frequently noisy, smelly and has a surprisingly high steel to timber ratio.  A winery can be a fascinating place to visit, but it can be a bit of a culture shock to the uninitiated. This is where bunches of ripened grapes, once harvested are crushed, fermented, pressed, matured, blended, fined, bottled and labeled ready for sale.

Moss Brothers have a viewing window that transports you backstage to the winery in their cellar door where you can see the winemakers in action, magically transforming the fermenting fruit into fabulous wine.  And be prepared for a friendly welcome by their wine dog upon arrival.

A visit to a cellar door is a delicious way to indulge your senses and pass the time away whilst learning more about the wine you love.  You’ll find that cellar doors are attached to both the vineyard and the winery and the experience is all the more rewarding. Wine tours that include the winery are a fascinating insight into wine making, so if it is on offer – accept!

The cellar doors in the Margaret River region span a huge range of styles and sizes, from charming little family-run outfits like that of Willespie wines who produce exceptional wines, with even their clean skins being an excellent drop at a bargain price, to that of enormous purpose built cellar emporia, offering everything from ultra premium wines to international artworks, recipe books and fridge magnets.  And there are as many different kinds of tasting as there are cellar doors with many offering a tasting menu from which you may sample a choice of select wines. There’s usually something for the whole family to enjoy at a cellar door, with many an opportunity to sit back and relax with a coffee and some tasty treats whipped up in the on-site kitchen whilst enjoying the views of the vineyard and surrounding gardens.

• Cellar doors are inherently welcoming places.  Ask questions.  Staff may or may not be viticulturalists or winemakers, however they know their stuff and love to share their knowledge.

• Generally, white wines are poured first, followed by reds in order of their intensity.  The idea is not to let the different flavors and strengths of the wines interfere with each other.  It’s not advisable to start with a Vintage durif, and then move onto the Riesling, as it will likely taste bland.

• Spittons (dump buckets) will generally be provided, and it is not considered pretentious to use one.

• Do pat the dog.

• It’s a good idea to pace yourself and enjoy your wine tasting.  You’ll be delighted at the range of winery experiences that are available with over 130 vineyards in the Margaret River region.

• To avoid palate fatigue, bring some plain crackers, popcorn or bread with you on your travels and nibble on them in between cellar doors.

• And finally, pack light… you’re going to need the boot space.

Warmly,

Michelle & Brent

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