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Off The Hook 11Long-table seafood feast by MoVida’s Frank Camorra

Harbour Day 13Eat, drink and explore at the Apollo Bay Harbour open day

Conversations On The Edge 15Twelve experts gather by the sea to talk farming, fishing & the future

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Hello Sailor 18Whisky Wind-Down 18Salty Verse 19Where The Bush Meets The Sea 19Southern Seas Cocktail Bar 20Blues By The Bay 20High Tides & Good Vibes 21From Diver To Plate 21

learn Octopus Pallidus 22Fish History 22Buen Povecho 23Fresh Catch 23Sculpt By The Sea 25Open Air Cinema 25

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The 2018 Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op. This is exciting as it remains one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginning. We are excited to present you a new festival format, extended to feature a core program that includes Off The Hook, Harbour Day and Conversations On The Edge; three new events that endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town.

You’ll notice that we have relocated the festival from its original grounds on the grassy foreshore, to the new location at the Apollo Bay Harbour.

Be captivated, provoked and inspired as you explore this unique festival of events programmed in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra.

Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Harbour Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Meet the fishermen at Conversations On The Edge. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind-Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, Seas The Day!

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We were delighted to discover that the seventh Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op – one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria. You’ll notice that we got busy and relocated the festival from its original grounds of the grassy foreshore, to the new location, the Apollo Bay Harbour.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginnings. We welcome you to enjoy a new format, extended to feature three main events – Off The Hook, Seas The Day and Conversations On The Edge – endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision – to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town. We invite you to explore the philosophies and creations of the 15 festival guests that include chefs through to food writers, sustainability experts through to marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy. for the festival,

extended to incorporate a diverse program of events developed by local community groups and businesses in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day.

We invite you to explore, learn, shop, drink and dine your way through this unique program of events. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra. Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Seas The Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, enjoy.

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2018 partners

from the mayor from the chamber

The Apollo Bay Chamber of Commerce is very proud of our Seafood Festival. This will be the 7th year the Chamber has conducted it.

The format has this year undergone a lot of changes. They will take it to a new and exciting level.

We have a new festival director, Rebekah Malherbe. And supporting her a new committee.

They have been working with enormous enthusiasm and creativity. The program outlined here is the product of much work on their behalf.

We are so fortunate that our community members get involved the way they do.

We are particularly excited that for the first time the main event on the Saturday will be at the harbour. Its rightful place!

Our fishing industry has for so long been at the core of Apollo Bay’s commerce and community.

We look forward to welcoming our locals and visitors.

Enjoy!

John Gorman President, Apollo Bay Chamber of Commerce

Apollo Bay’s identity is synonymous with seafood, dating back to before European settlement when the Southern Ocean’s bounty sustained our nation’s first people.The Port of Apollo Bay is one of three working harbours in Victoria and generates approximately $6.5 million a year, making it a significant primary industry employer.With a proud history of resilient and resourceful fishermen and women in the region, the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival is a wonderful celebration of this seaside past, present and also the future - an event that brings people together in the name of all things piscatorial, and therefore delicious.The seafood caught in the cool, clear and clean local waters deservedly carries a reputation for being some of the finest in the world; it’s easy to see why some of our best local and Australian chefs love to join us at this festival.Go behind the scenes and see what happens when fish comes fresh off the boat; meet the producers and taste the region’s magnificent food, wine and seafood; sit down to dinner prepared by a celebrity chef or don an apron and learn how to prepare your own latest catch – perhaps even learn a sea shanty or two!If you’re visiting for the first time, or ‘The Bay’ is your backyard, I extend a warm welcome to all and wish you an enjoyable weekend at the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival.

Cr Joe McCracken Mayor, Colac Otway Shire

I am delighted to welcome gourmet food lovers, families and fishing enthusiasts alike to the 2018 Apollo Bay Seafood Festival. Since 2012, the festival has celebrated Apollo Bay’s fishing community, its world-class local catch and its stunning coastal shores, drawing thousands of visitors each year.Our pristine Victorian waters are the bread basket of our state – providing our world renowned dining scene and fresh markets with local sustainable seafood.They also provide a big boost to regional communities and businesses, thanks to the hard work of our professional fishers. Events like these mean serious business for our regional visitor economy, which is why the Victorian Government is proud to support the festival through the Regional Events Fund. It’s just part of our strategy to grow Victoria’s enviable events calendar, attracting more visitors to our regions. This year, the festival’s flagship event “Harbour Day” will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-op – one of few remaining in Victoria. The new three-day format will also include a seafood feast for 200 people hosted by chef Frank Camorra of iconic restaurant MoVida, as well as family and cultural activities, workshops and educational forums led by experts in sustainability, marine biology and food writing. While you are visiting Apollo Bay, I encourage you to explore the Great Ocean Road and discover the best of everything regional Victoria has to offer. Hon. John Eren Minister, Tourism & Events

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JERRY MAI Chef, Annam (Melbourne)

Our new Ambassador Program celebrates and brings together chefs, food writers, sustainability experts, marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy.

TIM SMITHMarine Scientist

FRANK CAMORRA Chef, MoVida

ROHAN ANDERSON Author, A Year of Practiculture

RICHARD CORNISHAuthor, Brain Food

MATTHEW GERMANCHISChef, Captain Moonlite (Anglesea)

HILARY MCNEVIN Food Writer/Author

STEVE EARL Chef, La Bimba (Apollo Bay)

JODIE LAWSONMarket Gardener, The Green Acre

NICK POLGEESTLocal Fisherman

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off the hookOfficially opening the Festival, MoVida’s Frank Camorra brings his exuberant energy to the table over a shared seafood feast.

Spain’s meandering coastline, reminiscent of our Great Ocean Road, ensures that fresh fish and shellfish are ubiquitous elements of the Spanish table. With more than a nod to Spanish coastal cuisine, Off The Hook celebrates the catch of our local region.

Embrace the freedom of Spanish character over this long-table style dinner of four courses with matched local wines.

Please note, dietary requirements can only be catered for if advised at time of ticket purchase.

Off The HookA long-table seafood feast by MoVida’s Frank CamorraLocation: Mechanics’ Hall

21 Great Ocean Rd, Apollo BayWhen: Friday 16th FebruaryStart: 7:00pm - 11:00pmAge: 18+Access: Wheelchair AccessiblePrice: $150 + booking feeTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Harbour DayEat, drink and explore at the Apollo Bay Harbour Open Day

Location: Apollo Bay Harbour Enter via Fishermen’s Co-Op Breakwater Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 10:00am - 6:00pmAge: All agesPrice: $5 + booking feeBooking: apollobayseafoodfestival.com/

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The Great Ocean Road’s only remaining commercial fishing port will be converted on Saturday 17th February into a festival attracting thousands of food lovers from around Australia.

Enter through the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op and soak up the spectacular view of where the mountainous Otway Ranges meet the sea.

Looking out over the sea, the festival’s new Champagne and Oyster Deck will be surrounded by chefs serving up tasty food for you to enjoy all day. Enjoy local beer and wine paired with lobster rolls, delicious dumplings with local fish, huge paella pans made with Victorian seafood and the coast’s most famous Portarlington Mussels.

Pick up some fish and chips, and sit back and take in the tunes coming from the main stage featuring some of Australia’s best musical talent.

Down at the water level, the Harbour’s low landing pier will be pulsating with a vibrant program of entertainment and fun including family-friendly food vendors, demonstrations and displays, hands-on workshops, casting competitions and an informative expedition above and below sea level.

Learn how to tie sailing knots, watch the fishing boats arrive with their daily catch, admire the vessels waiting to venture out to sea, stroll the pier, have a bite and be a part of a fun, interactive festival atmosphere.

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Session 1: Know Your Farmer, Know your Food Discover how farmers from the Otways and beyond are innovating and finding new ways to regenerate the land, and how that affects the quality and flavour of our food.

Dr. Charles Massy, OAM: Regenerative farmer, author of Call of the Reed Warbler; a New Agriculture, a New Earth.

Ros Denny (St Aire Farm): Fourth generation local beef farmer, now farming regeneratively.

Paul & Wendy Troughton (Forrest Foods): Shiitake mushroom growers, and sustainable dairy producers.

Jodie Lawson (The Green Acre): Vegetables, herbs and flowers.

Session 2: The Local Catch Members of Apollo Bay’s local fishing industry discuss issues of sustainability, traditional fisheriers management, and consumer access to locally caught fish.

Dr Kate Brooks: Director of Seafood Industry Victoria and KAL Analysis, internationally recognised social researcher in the area of marine and natural resource management.

Markus Nolle: Director of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Operative, Chair of Seafood Industry Victoria, President of the Victorian Rock Lobster Association.

Nick Polgeest: Director of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-operative.

Russell Frost: Director of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-operative, locally renowned fisherman.

Session 3: Sustainable FuturesResearch and innovation in marine produce; impacts of climate change on the marine environment, with a focus on the Bass Strait and local industry.

Bruce Pascoe: Teacher, farmer, fisherman, Aboriginal language researcher and author of Dark Emu, Black Seed.

Caleb Gardner: Professor at UTAS’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies.

Erin Cumming: Academic and PhD student at Deakin University: Sustainable Nutrition Solutions into Australian Seaweed.

Conversations On The EdgeOn the last morning of the festival, twelve experts will gather by the sea to talk farming, fishing and the future.

Moderated by much lauded writers, Hilary McNevin and Richard Cornish. Ticket price includes morning coffee and lunch by Apollo Bay’s Hello Coffee, and bar by Moondarra Wines.

Location: Apollo Bay SLSC Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Sunday 18th FebruaryStart: 10:00am - 3:30pmAge: All agesPrice: $49 + booking fee

(incl weclome coffee and lunch)Tickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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We were delighted to discover that the seventh Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op – one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria. You’ll notice that we got busy and relocated the festival from its original grounds of the grassy foreshore, to the new location, the Apollo Bay Harbour.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginnings. We welcome you to enjoy a new format, extended to feature three main events – Off The Hook, Seas The Day and Conversations On The Edge – endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision – to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town. We invite you to explore the philosophies and creations of the 15 festival guests that include chefs through to food writers, sustainability experts through to marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy. for the festival,

extended to incorporate a diverse program of events developed by local community groups and businesses in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day.

We invite you to explore, learn, shop, drink and dine your way through this unique program of events. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra. Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Seas The Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, enjoy.

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Salty VerseSea shanties and wine at Galapagos Bookstore

The rolling waves, the crisp salt air, the sense of adventure: there’s just something about the ocean that inspires music. Sea shanty songs are traditionally belted out by sailors, hard at work on the open seas on ships and boats.

Enjoy a glass of local wine with cheese at local bookstore Galapagos. Sail away over sea stories told by Apollo Bay local poets, storytellers and singers.

Location: Galapagos Bookstore 1/77 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 2:00pmDuration: Til it endsAge: All AgesPrice: $10 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Where The Bush Meets The SeaTreasures from the bush and sea at Sandy Feet Café

Let your taste buds go wild when Sandy Feet Cafe and Health Foods present to you an evening of a four-course dinner prepared by Chef Mark Paech (Owner, Sandy Feet Café) together with matching wines. The evening is dedicated to celebrating local treasures from the ocean accompanied by ingredients from the Australian bush. Diners can expect to experience authentic tastes of Australia on Victoria’s beautiful Great Ocean Road!

Location: Sandy Feet Café & Health Foods 139 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 7:00pmDuration: 4 hrAge: All AgesPrice: $85 including wine + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Drink with the sailors at the local Sailing Club’s pop up bar

Ahoy all yachtsman, yachtswomen and yachts-tots! BYO fish and chips from Harbour Day, come and relax on the lawns by the Sailing Club bar. You’ll have the opportunity to chat with local sailors and friends and witness the seafarers compete in the 2018 Crayfish Cup. Thirst-quenching beer and well-chilled bubbles will be available to purchase whilst you take in the stunning harbourside views.

Location: Apollo Bay Sailing Club Breakwater Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th February Sunday 18th February

Open: 11:00amClose: 9:00pmAge: All AgesPrice: Free EventAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Whisky Wind-DownWind down over locally distilled single malt

Looking for a refined way to wind down the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival weekend? The Great Ocean Road Brewhouse is hosting a unique Timboon Whisky Tasting occasion on Sunday afternoon with special guest and Master Distiller Josh Walker from Timboon Distillery. Take the opportunity to chat with Josh as he presents the esteemed single-malt whisky and spirits from Victoria’s Southwest and enjoy the whisky tasting with matching tapas.

Location: Great Ocean Road Brewhouse 29-35 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Sunday 18th FebruaryStart: 4:00pmDuration: 2 hrAge: 18+Price: $40 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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We were delighted to discover that the seventh Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op – one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria. You’ll notice that we got busy and relocated the festival from its original grounds of the grassy foreshore, to the new location, the Apollo Bay Harbour.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginnings. We welcome you to enjoy a new format, extended to feature three main events – Off The Hook, Seas The Day and Conversations On The Edge – endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision – to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town. We invite you to explore the philosophies and creations of the 15 festival guests that include chefs through to food writers, sustainability experts through to marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy. for the festival,

extended to incorporate a diverse program of events developed by local community groups and businesses in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day.

We invite you to explore, learn, shop, drink and dine your way through this unique program of events. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra. Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Seas The Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, enjoy.

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High Tides & Good VibesCoastal European seafood feast at Anglesea’s Captain Moonlite

Enjoy oysters on the deck overlooking Anglesea Beach followed by a three-course feast showcasing some of the best seafood along the coast, local mussels, cuttlefish, fish and more, shared with other seafood lovers. Price includes drink on arrival.

Location: Captain Moonlite Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club 100 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea

When: Monday 19th FebruaryStart: 12:00 noonDuration: 3 hrAge: All AgesPrice: $65 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

From Diver to PlateWild abalone feast at Port Campbell’s Forage On The Foreshore

Chef Sam Anderson will offer a five course degustation of locally foraged coastal flora and wild abalone direct from diver to plate. With its wooden floorboards and an open fireplace, this charming seafront restaurant is located in the town’s old post office.

Location: Forage On The Foreshore 32 Cairns Street, Port Campbell

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 7:00 pmDuration: 4 hrAge: All AgesPrice: $125 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Cocktail BarNative ingredient cocktails & canapes at Warrnambool’s Dart & Marlin

A few hours from Apollo Bay lies Warrnambool, a former port on the south-western coast of Victoria. Town darling, The Dart & Marlin, will celebrate the foraged and the fished from South West Victorian seas. For one special evening, these celebrated cocktail makers will join with neighbouring pizzeria Standard Dave to deliver you an evening of cocktails and canapes of local seafood. Settle in for a memorable night.

Location: Dart & Marlin 216 Timor Street, Warrnambool

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 7:30pmDuration: 3.5 hrAge: 18+Price: $50 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Blues By The BaySeafood BBQ & blues at the Bottom Pub

Settle into an afternoon of smooth jazz tunes and commentary from local winemakers at the famous Apollo Bay Hotel. Nourish your appetite with the fresh seafood on offer or partake in the barbequed seafood feast on the deck during this one-off event of wines, brews and blues.

Location: Apollo Bay Hotel 95 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 2:00pmDuration: 3 hrAge: All AgesPrice: Free EventAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Fresh CatchGut & fillet workshops with local fishermen

So you’ve caught it (or bought it), now what? Don’t miss the unique opportunity to witness and learn about Apollo Bay Co-Op’s fish-filleting master as he uses his finest blades and sets to work on cleaning and filleting a shark, snapper, flathead and other fresh fish caught straight from Bass Strait and reeled in to Apollo Bay’s harbour.

Location: Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op Breakwater Road, Apollo Bay

When: Sunday 18th FebruaryStart: 10:00am

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Duration: 1 hrAge: Ages 14+Price: Free (bookings required)Access: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Buen PovechoPaella pan proclamations with chefs Frank Camorra & Steve Earl

Start your Harbour Day festivities by joining Steve Earl (La Bimba Restaurant) and Frank Camorra (Movida Restaurants) as they kick off the 2018 Apollo Bay Seafood Festival and share their passion for fresh seafood, flavours & style, and of course, paella and adventures with traditional Spanish cuisine.

Location: Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op Breakwater Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 10:00amDuration: 1hrAge: All AgesPrice: Included with Harbour Day EntryAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Fish HistoryStep back in time to discover Apollo Bay’s rich fishing history

How good is your knowledge of Apollo Bay and its history as a fishing village? As one of Victoria’s remaining fishing ports, do you know how the fishing industry began in Apollo Bay?The Apollo Bay Museum at the Old Cable Station celebrates the spirit of fishing in the area and presents a collection of historical photographs, records and stories. Bring your family and friends and take a step back in time to daily life in Apollo Bay during the 2018 Seafood Festival.

Location: Apollo Bay Museum 6250 Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th February & Sunday 18th February

Open: 2:00pmClose: 5:00pmAge: All AgesPrice: $5 Adults, $1 ChildrenAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Octopus PallidusCooking the whole octopus with hunter gatherer, Rohan Anderson

Nose-to-tail cooking aims to not take the life of a single animal that won’t be prized and treasured. Festival Ambassador and Central Victorian-based hunter Rohan Anderson takes a nose to tentacle approach to cooking with the humble octopus. Very much celebrated in Mediterranean culture, yet rarely valued in Australian cuisines, the octopus (predominantly a commercial fishing bycatch product in Victoria) could and should be better appreciated for its great culinary potential. Not for the faint of heart, this workshop encourages you to discover new flavours, techniques and ways to eat this beautiful creature of the sea. Ticket price includes casual lunch and a glass of wine.

Location: Apollo Bay Youth Club Moore Street, Apollo Bay

When: Sunday 18th FebruaryStart: 11:00amDuration: 2 hrAge: All AgesPrice: $45 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

We were delighted to discover that the seventh Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op – one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria. You’ll notice that we got busy and relocated the festival from its original grounds of the grassy foreshore, to the new location, the Apollo Bay Harbour.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginnings. We welcome you to enjoy a new format, extended to feature three main events – Off The Hook, Seas The Day and Conversations On The Edge – endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision – to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town. We invite you to explore the philosophies and creations of the 15 festival guests that include chefs through to food writers, sustainability experts through to marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy. for the festival,

extended to incorporate a diverse program of events developed by local community groups and businesses in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day.

We invite you to explore, learn, shop, drink and dine your way through this unique program of events. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra. Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Seas The Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, enjoy.

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Open Air CinemaCatch a flick at Apollo Bay’s new outdoor cinema at the Sailing Club

Catch the last film of the Apollo Bay Sailing Club’s Open Air Cinema summer season Between Home: Odyssey of An Usual Sea Bandit is a high spirited, poetic adventure documentary that chronicles a young person’s rites of passage, from novice sailor to expert in three years of life aged in salt, sun and wind.

Pack a blanket and a picnic and head down to the harbouside. Beer and wine available at the Club Bar. Parking available, but we encourage everyone to come by foot or bike

Location: Apollo Bay Sailing ClubWhen: Wednesday 14th FebruaryStart: 9:00pmDuration: Run time 96minAge: All AgesPrice: Gold coin donationTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Sculpt By The SeaKids sand sculpting workshop with local artists

Encourage your kids to get back to nature with the Festival’s inaugural sand sculpting competition, presented by Apollo Bay Arts Inc.

Guided by five artists from the Arts Inc Gallery, join a team and using found beach materials, get creative and show off your creative side. Prizes awarded at the end to the best creation.

Sculptures must follow a ‘by the Sea’ theme, only recycled materials found on the beach can be used to enhance your sculpture. All teams will be assigned a local artist to support your journey to sculpting glory. All children require parent supervision.

Location: Mother’s BeachWhen: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 10:00amDuration: 2 hrAge: Children under 15Price: $20 + booking feeAccess: Wheelchair AccessibleTickets & Info: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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We were delighted to discover that the seventh Apollo Bay Seafood Festival coincides with the 80th anniversary of the Apollo Bay Fishermen’s Co-Op – one of only three remaining operational fishing co-operatives in Victoria. You’ll notice that we got busy and relocated the festival from its original grounds of the grassy foreshore, to the new location, the Apollo Bay Harbour.

This year’s Festival marks a new beginnings. We welcome you to enjoy a new format, extended to feature three main events – Off The Hook, Seas The Day and Conversations On The Edge – endeavour to profile those who actively share our vision – to champion the spirit of our local fishing community, the world-class seafood sourced locally from our waters, and the rugged beauty of our coastal town. We invite you to explore the philosophies and creations of the 15 festival guests that include chefs through to food writers, sustainability experts through to marine biologists and, of course, the ‘custodians of the ocean’ - our professional fishers who bring these magnificent products home for us to enjoy. for the festival,

extended to incorporate a diverse program of events developed by local community groups and businesses in response to this year’s Festival theme, Seas The Day.

We invite you to explore, learn, shop, drink and dine your way through this unique program of events. Dine with 200 other food lovers at Off The Hook, a shared seafood celebration prepared by MoVida’s Frank Camorra. Meet the local fishermen and taste the seafood straight from the source at Seas The Day, Saturday’s open day at the Apollo Bay Harbour. Get your hands dirty at one of the cooking workshops scattered throughout town. Or catch your breath at the end of your weekend over locally distilled spirits at Whisky Wind Down.

However you choose to spend your weekend, enjoy.

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Community MarketLocal produce, handcrafts & art on the foreshore

Come along and revel in wonderful local produce, food, artworks, and crafts, direct from the farmers and makers who gather every Saturday on the Apollo Bay foreshore. The community market is an opportunity to buy directly from Apollo Bay producers; there are no middle-men or on-sellers, and everything is grown and made within 40km of the Bay. Enjoy a locally-roasted coffee as you shop, and fill your basket with farm fresh and organic fruit, vegetables, berries, seedlings, flowers, free range eggs, grass fed meat, truffles, honey, home-made preserves, ciders, and freshly baked treats. Visitors can find unique hand-crafted ceramics, jewellery, clothing, photography, toys, soaps, skin care, and much more.

Location: Apollo Bay Foreshore Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay

When: Saturday 17th FebruaryStart: 8:30 amDuration: 4.5 hrAge: All AgesPrice: FreeInfo: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

Farmers MarketFresh seasonal produce, direct from the farmer

Apollo Bay Farmers Market showcases some of the finest produce for your pantry from the Otways. From fresh vegetables to locally-farmed meat, perfectly baked-bread, organic tea, preserves and much more. On Sunday 18 February, 2018, during the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival weekend be sure to visit the Apollo Bay Farmers Market for your Sunday morning locally-roasted coffee fix, meet the real people behind the produce, pick up locally-made goods and enjoy the community fun!

Location: Apollo Bay Youth Club Moore Street, Apollo Bay

When: Sunday 18th FebruaryStart: 9:00 amDuration: 4 hrAge: All AgesPrice: FreeInfo: apollobayseafoodfestival.com

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Premium Grass Fed Beef

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FEB

16-1

7-18

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