Valentino Fashion Exhibition

In light of the launch of Valentino Fashion Exhibition, exclusive to Brisbane

Accademia Italiana della Cucina, Italy’s leading cultural and enogastronomic association, in conjunction with the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Queensland, is pleased to offer you this outstanding offer:

 Numbers are strictly limited.

Accademia Italiana della Cucina dinner celebrating the
Launch of the Valentino Exhibition at GoMA.

Greetings Ladies and Gentlemen

The Accademia Italiana della Cucina is set to celebrate one of Italy’s style Icons ‘Valentino’
Accademia dinner scheduled for 7.00pm on the Wednesday the 4th of August 2010

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Dell’Ugo New Farm Ristorante Italiano

693 Brunswick St, New Farm

Exclusive to the Gallery of Modern Art in Brisbane, ‘Valentino, Retrospective: Past/Present/Future’ is a major exhibition developed by the renowned institution, Les Arts Décoratifs, Paris. It explores the work of the celebrated Italian fashion house Valentino, known around the world for its sophisticated, timeless design and glamorous clientele.

The founding members of the Accademia in Brisbane and their guests will convene as we celebrate this unique occasion of the Valentino Retrospective in Queensland. Dell’Ugo New Farm Ristorante Italiano plays host to the Accademia's tribute with ‘Rosso Valentino’.Enjoy a dinner and matching wines, along with entertainment. $110.00 per person. 

Where: Dell’Ugo New Farm Ristorante Italiano 693 Brunswick St, New Farm

When: 7.00pm on the Wednesday the 4th of August 2010

Wear: A dash of red

10% of the proceeds goes towards assisting the Italian Chamber of Commerce who are managing the bookings

Dell’Ugo New FarmRistorante Italiano

Rosso Valentino Mercoledi 4 Agosto 2010

Canapes:

Our chef will prepare delicacies for our guests

Prosecco con una sorpresa

Antipasto:
(served individually)

La Riscoperta dei peperoni imbottiti

Red Capsicum filled with sautéed skinless eggplant, parmesan, breadcrumbs, flat leaf parsley and pecorino

Pinot Grigio 2007 (fruity light bodied and floral aromas citrus and white fruit flavours)

Secondi Piatti:
(served individually)

Casarecce al peperocino con salsiccia di maiale e porcini in bianco

Chilli infused Casarecce with Italian pork sausage and porcini mushrooms in a

white wine.

Barbera d’asti 2004 (purplish red coloured wine with intense fine and persistent perfume)

Dolce:
(served individually)

Bavarese al vino dolce con reduzione di Tignanello

Sweet white wine bavarese served in a martini glass finished with a reduction of Tignanello.Moscati d’asti 2006 (delicate peach flower, honey and acacia fragrance)

Cost per person $110.00 (inclusive of wines)

Vapiano

Where: Vapiano, 119 Albert Lane Brisbane
http://www.vapiano.com.au/

When you bring Italy and Australia together you get some good things – like Ron Barassi and the Daddo brothers.

But when you bring traditional Italian recipes together with fresh local Australian produce, that’s when you get some truly great things.

To celebrate the coming together of these truly great things, we invite you to join us and director Will Cooke to be one of the first in Brisbane to enjoy the Vapiano experience.

With over 65 locations across the globe, Brisbane will be home to the first Vapiano on Australian soil.

Vapiano creates all its dishes from good, old-fashioned Italian recipes using on the best local meat, produce, cheese and flour. And when we say local, we mean local. Wherever possible, Vapiano sources everything from within a 150 kilometer radius. The fresh herbs are grown right right in our herb garden and placed on our tables for you to get your dishes flavours just the way you like them.

In the words of the Italians, “chi va piano, va sano e va lontano”, which literally translated means “do everything easy and relaxed in life, live healthier and longer”.

Editors Note

Vapiano offers a fresh and innovative approach to the modern Italian dining experience while featuring many classical Italian dishes

The restaurant which is one of 65 in the chain currently around the world, makes its own fresh pasta for preparing and serving from the open styled kitchens – the food preparation process is fully transparent, including the pasta making and adds a touch of interest for those who are interested beyond the plate.

Another curious yet very practical feature of Vapiano is the individual billing system, based on a plastic card which you receive upon arrival and scan for reach item you order. Each person has their own bill. Most convenient for the lunch time market.

Built over two levels and featuring a beautiful mature Olive Tree as one of the central focal points in the upstairs dining and bar, the food was enjoyable and certainly very fresh. I enjoyed the approach and will certainly return.

Salute
Alessandro

Blu Grotto Cafe Bar Baroona Rd

Blu Grotto Cafe Bar Baroona Rd

This eclectic venue is a dependable choice for tasty food, from salads and wraps to hearty steaks from the chargrill. Aside from satisfying the stomach, this groovy spot entertains with neon-lit decor, pumping house music and cocktails.

Not the discovery, but the revelation of the "Blu Grotto" is to be credited to the romantic disposition of two German tourists who visited Capri in 1826: Augustus Kopisch, a writer, and Ernst Fries, a painter.

The Grotta was, however, already known locally as "Grotta Gradola", the name being taken from the neighbouring ancient landing place of Gradola and Gradelle, even though it was avoided as a weird and bewitched place not so much because of its narrow access, as because of the legends about monsters and witches that dwelt in it….

The Blu Grotto in Rosalie village is inspired by this natural phenomenon. A dark cavernous opening reveals a mystery of relaxation, fine food and great service.The Blu Grotto has occupied the prime position overlooking the passing parade of trendy Rosalie Village for eight years. The ambience is relaxed and the food affordable and unpretentious modern Australian with Mediterranean and Asian influences.

Whether you are looking for a coffee, cake, cocktail, beer, wine, juice, full meal or share plate from 11.00 weekdays (Excl Mon & Tue) and 8.00 am Sundays until late, then Blu Grotto is the destination for you.

Shop 4 155 Baroona Rd
Rosalie 4064 QLD

Phone: (07) 3876 4653

www.blugrotto.com.au

La Concetta Given Tce

La Concetta Given Tce

La Concetta offers some very hearty, tasty old school Italian meals that are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

245 Given Tce
Paddington 4064 QLD

Phone: (07) 3368 1611

Grappino Given Tce

Grappino Given Tce

Mint green and aubergine; chrome legs, Formica tops and vinyl chairs... Grappino is Italian retro "chic kitsch" at its best. Match their delicious, home-style fare with an Italian wine and have a bella sera.

As a typical Trattoria, Grappino's is a bustling place with quality food and value for money. Your dining experience will be filled with laughter as you are surrounded by family and good friends. Its a casual place where you can eat often. There is no fuss about the meals. They are simple and delicious.
Chef Roduner believes in the basics. The simplicity of cooking with a loving respect for nature and food prepared with passion & inspiration.

History
Opened in late 2004, Grappino has grown from strength to strength. The Roduner's moved their family from Switzerland to the picurest valley's of Tasmania before deciding to settle in Brisbane due to its warm climate and quickly growing cosmopolitan lifestyle.
The move proved a success as a real Italian Trattoria was something not in existence in the Brisbane culinary scene.

226 Given Tce
Paddington 4064 QLD

Telephone: (07) 3367 0033
http:/www.grappino.com.au

Vue Lounge Merthyr Rd

Vue Lounge Merthyr Rd

Famous for its great coffee, this popular eatery serves up cafe-style meals by day and more refined, Italian fare after dark. The breakfast burrito is a popular choice with a morning coffee, while for dinner, the slow-baked lamb shanks are a particular specialty.

Situated in New Farm, VUE Lounge is a favourite for locals as well as interstate and international visitors to Brisbane.Serving progressive Modern Australian cuisine VUE oozes style and sophistication and is the place to see and be seen in.

The relaxed and contemporary setting makes VUE the perfect venue for dinner with friends, that very special first date, to entertain important clients or hold a function.Vue is know for serving exceptional DiBella coffee and food, along with great entertainment providing a memoral experience.

Open 7am till 10pm Tuesday to Saturday,
7am till 6pm Sunday and Monday

Shop 83 Merthyr Rd
New Farm 4005 QLD

Phone: (07) 3358 6511
http://vuelounge.com.au/

Vine Caffe Restaurant and Bar Moray St

Vine Caffe Restaurant and Bar Moray St

A great modern bistro with Italian flair, Vine offers a cafe menu during the day and modern Italian dishes with provincial specials at night. The dark polished wood furniture and chocolate leather banquettes complement the renaissance-style artworks and add to the Italian bistro feel. The field mushroom bruschetta is a tasty variation on a familiar starter while dishes like the gnocchi in a Napolitana sauce with sheep's milk ricotta are excellent to follow. Despite the modern twist on the food, the service has all the traditional warmth and welcome that one expects in a good Italian restaurant.

Shop 5 158 Moray St (Cnr Merthyr Rd)
New Farm 4005 QLD

Phone: (07) 3358 6658
www.vinerestaurant.com.au

The Purple Olive James St

The Purple Olive James St

Holding all the charm of the classic alfresco cafes of Europe this well know restaurant also captures the modern class of a gourmet dining establishment. Situated in the ever changing New Farm area, the chic Purple Olive has an accent of the Mediterranean.

Our delicious menus cater for all tastes, while introducing customers to the authentic flavours of Southern Europe. Our menu includes seafood, pastas, risottos, steaks and vegetarian.

With a professionally trained staff, diners are assured of quality and service. At the Purple Olive it’s a certainty, yours will be an exceptionally pleasurable experience.

79 James St
New Farm 4005 QLD

Phone: (07) 3254 0097

Opening hours
Lunch: Friday to Sunday from 12 pm. Dinner 7 days from 5.30pm
www.thepurpleolive.com.au

New Farm Cafe Brunswick St

New Farm Cafe Brunswick St

New Farm Cafe has been serving good quality Italian, deli style breakfasts and lunches to locals for over 14 years. The wonderful aromas from the kitchen waft between the tables inside and there are two outdoor areas to dine al fresco. The service is as good as the food, which makes it rather hard to get a table for lunch or weekend brunch. Book ahead to avoid disappointment.

900 Brunswick St
New Farm 4005 QLD

Phone: (07) 3358 2634

Tognini's Cafe Deli Baroona Rd

Tognini's Cafe Deli Baroona Rd

A successful combination of a cafe and deli, pick up some gourmet delicacies or take a seat on the pavement for coffee and cake.

Milton Shopping Village Baroona Rd
Milton 4064 QLD
Phone: (07) 3369 0915

Spring Hill Market Place cnr Turbot & Boundary Street
Phone: (07) 3831 5300

www.togninis.com

Arrivederci Pizza Al Metro Park Road

Arrivederci Pizza Al Metro Park Road

Situated on the Euro influenced Park Road strip Arrivederci Pizzeria is a dynamic family restaurant renowned for its Italian cuisine. Acclaimed for its spirited soccer fever, Arrivederci brings a sense of uniqueness and diversity to the Park Road experience. The famous 1-metre pizza first made its mark on the pizza scene in 1980, opening its doors on the Gold Coast. Travelling from the Gold Coast to the heart of Brisbane, a second restaurant opened across the road from the current pizzeria. Three years later, in 1993, Arrivederci Pizza Al Metro opened, being the first pizzeria to serve pizza by the metre in Brisbane

1/1 Park Road
Milton Brisbane QLD 4064

Phone: (07) 3369 8500

Opening hours
Sun – Thu : 11am – 10pm
Fri – Sat: 11am – 11pm
http://www.arrivedercipizza.com.au/

Stella Star Cafe Whites Rd

Stella Star Cafe Whites Rd

Stella Star opened on 2nd July 2007 after an extensive internal refurbishment of the heritage listed Lota corner store. The unique ambiance created enhances the total dining experience at this incomparable restaurant.
Stella Star specialises in Mediterranean cuisine with a particular focus on Italian and is owned by Louie and Tracy Stella.
Louie has an absolute passion for perfection and tradition and his commitment is reflected in every dish offered.
All meals are personally designed and prepared by Louie and the main course offers a different selection every week.
Louie has travelled the world enhancing his extensive skills as a chef and has catered for functions and launches for Stella McCartney, Jimmy Choo, Brown Thomas and the Ryder Cup to name but a few.
As manager of one of Ireland’s leading restaurants, Louie often hosted guests such as Bono & U2, John Rocca and Bob Dillon.
Stella Star offers full catering for parties and functions where the same excellence in food can be experienced by clients, staff, family and friends. Groups up to 100 are easily catered for.
To make a reservation (and you should book to avoid disappointment) or make an enquiry about catering opportunities call Louie on 3393 6188-he will be delighted to help you.

Corner of Whites Road and Hindes Street,
Lota QLD 4179

Phone: (07) 3393 6188

Opening hours
Lunch
Tue – Sat: 12pm until 2:30pm
Dinner
Thu – Fri-Sat: 6.00pm till late
www.stellastarcafe.com

Piazza Italia

Piazza Italia

932 Moggill Rd , Kenmore
Brisbane, QLD, 4069
Australia
P: 07 3378 0388

KGB Urban Blamey Road

KGB Urban Blamey Road

KGB Urban is a bistro-style restaurant situated opposite the Village Markets in Kelvin Grove. With the name a referring to the infamous Russian secret police, it' s apt that the setting is quite industrial. The exposed pipes adorning the ceilings and walls, floor-to-ceiling dark wooden beams, concrete floor and bright red feature walls will have you yelling ' long live Lenin! ' in no time. Couple your new enthusiasm for Russian Communism with the most popular dish for either lunch or dinner - the grilled vegetable fettuccini served with basil pesto and parmesan.

Unit 6/62 Blamey Road (corner Victoria Park Road)
Kelvin Grove QLD 4059

Phone: 3839 3894
Fax: 3839 4852

Opening hours:
Open 7 days a week
http://www.kgburban.com.au/

Louey's Italian Restaurant Rotherham St

Louey's Italian Restaurant Rotherham St

Frenchified fine diner SaVini has been reborn with new owners and a new Italian focus. Though the name might conjure up visions of a casual space complete with red chequered tablecloths and a jovial pizza maker, Louey's hasn't lost its slightly formal edge. The linen-draped tables remain, washed by the balmy Queensland air coming in through the open sides, but the space has been enhanced by a large lounge area. This is packed with bar tables where barflies can nibbles on Italian-style snacks. Those who opt for the whole sit-down deal can choose from traditional Italian mains, from osso bucco to gourmet thin-crust pizzas.


25 Rotherham St
Kangaroo Point 4169 QLD

Phone: (07) 3891 5777

Opening hours:
open at 4pm daily
www.loueysitalian.com

Mario At The Dining Room Gerler Rd

Mario At The Dining Room Gerler Rd

Mario At The Dining Room is the latest venture of Mario Alfieri, former owner of Mariosarti at Toowong. The Dining Room follows in Mariosarti's footsteps with an emphasis on authentic Italian cuisine, generous portions and a warm, neighbourly atmosphere. The crab and prawn meat fettuccine is a favourite with those in the know, but Mario's daily specials come highly recommended.

49 Gerler Rd,
Hendra 4011 QLD

Phone: (07) 3268 4331
Fax: (07) 3268 4039

Opening hours
Dinner: Tue – Sat
Lunch: Fri and Sun
www.thediningroom.com.au

Acquolina Harbour Road Portside

Acquolina Harbour Road Portside

White linen-clothed, contemporary concrete-floored, panoramically glass-panelled, cool, neat and subdued. Sounds like your local Italian restaurant? Mine neither. But for the residents of Portside, their local is Acquolina, which occupies a prime position at the riverside complex and has nary a Chianti basket in sight. Outdoor diners get fewer frills on the table but are treated to water views to Newstead Park, and there's a semi-outdoor annex for those who can't decide.


37 Harbour Road Portside
Wharf Hamilton, 4007

Phone: (07) 3630 1706

Opening hours:
Daily 8am-10.30pm

Cosmopolitan Cafe Brunswick St

Cosmopolitan Cafe Brunswick St

Stepping through the doors of the Cosmopolitan Cafe it's like the '70s never left - but in a good way, of course. The deco and furniture reflect the better parts of the decade and the atmosphere is friendly and casual, thanks in due part to the welcoming staff. The Italian- influenced menu has daily specials that are largely gluten-free, such as the vegetarian omelette and vegetarian lasagne. A diverse mix of Fortitude Valley folk enjoy dropping into the Cosmopolitan's surprisingly spacious eating area, so just about everyone should feel at home here.

322 Brunswick St
Fortitude Valley 4006 QLD

Phone: (07) 3252 4179

Kiss Fine Food Cavendish Rd

Kiss Fine Food Cavendish Rd

This Coorparoo cafe presents a genial face to the world, from the mushy name to the sunny, plant-fringed frontage. But beyond the first impression of a simple, chirpy cafe, this eatery reveals a fine-dining heart. Kiss is the first venture of Brad Frischkorn, a seasoned chef who aims to bring more decent dining to the area without hitting his customers too hard in the pocket. At lunchtime, the casual cafe side of this venue shows, making it ideal for a laidback bite and a bit of vitamin D in the breezy little outdoor area.

Shop 4 380 Cavendish Rd
Coorparoo 4151 QLD

Phone: (07) 3324 0999

Flava Lounge Old Cleveland Road

Flava Lounge Old Cleveland Road

Recently taken over by a mother/daughter team, this ambitiously titled 15-year-old establishment is known for its breakfast omelettes. On any given morning, visitors to this house of fusion could expect to find themselves torn between the vegetarian option or the more aquatically inclined salmon version. It doesn't stop there either; there are plenty of other flavours to ponder as your morning-time brain kicks into gear.

If morning dining is not your thing, the Lounge also opens on weekend evenings. The welcome addition of a liquor licence means that patrons can knock back a glass or two while sampling one of the pasta or risotto dishes offered on the extensive menu.

Shop 1/200, Coorparoo Central,
Old Cleveland Road,
Coorparoo

Phone: (07) 3847 1117

Opening hours
Sun-Wed 7am-5pm, Thu-Sat 7am-9.30pm