FOOD WITH MIGUEL MAESTRE

TURBO To celebrate the release of DreamWorks’ new animated feature, ‘Turbo’, 20th Chef Miguel Maestre are teaming up to create a Turbo themed birthday party every child will dream of. With a little help from expert cake makers, Sweet Art, Miguel learns the secrets of creating a 3D kid’s birthday cake. Then, it’s on to the party food as Miguel whips up some healthy Mexican food that kids can’t resist. With James in charge of the party decorations and the games, together they create Turbo themed backyard wonderland that will have parents

   

     

 

inspired and kids in awe. It’s a day of Turbo charged birthday that will have our birthday boy and five of his friends talking about until their teens.

‘TURBO’ MOVIE

TURBO is the hilarious new 3D comedy about an ordinary garden snail whose dream to become the fastest snail in the world comes true. It’s perfect for the whole family this September school holidays! ABOUT: From the makers of MADAGASCAR and KUNG FU PANDA, TURBO is a high-velocity 3D comedy about an ordinary snail who dares to dream big - and fast. This fast-paced, action-packed 3D comedy from the makers of Madagascar has audiences around the world unexpectedly rooting for a super-charged snail to use his incredible powers to win the ultimate race against his idols so that he can prove once and for all that no dream is too big and no dreamer is too small. TURBO is THE family film event for everyone this September school holidays, so make sure you check it out in cinemas from September 19 Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VfDYuhxybE&feature=c4-overview&list=UU1AJxP0vC_yqPUtr2MQttRQ Website: www.turbomovie.com

   

     

 

STYLING TIPS WITH JAMES TREBLE Miguel called in design dynamo James Treble to create the Turbo ‘look’ for our kids birthday party, our chef . Below are some tips on how to achieve this look: ITEM: KIDS RACING OUTFITS SOURCE: SPOTLIGHT THE REMNANT WHAREHOUSE (494 Botany Rd, Alexandria, NSW, Ph: 9698 7855) theremnantwarehouse.com.au/ AGENT COSTUME (180-184 Bondi Rd, Bondi, Mb: 0405 808 884) www.agentcostume.com/ GETTING THE LOOK: James researched the style of the overalls he was after online. Once deciding on the style he then purchased the fabric and contacted AGENT COSTUME to get the them made. It’s best to make them all kids costumes a little larger to allow for children with different heights and weights. ITEM: HELMETS SOURCE: K-MART SKATER REVERSE GARBAGE (8/142 Addison Rd, Marrickville, NSW (02) 9569 3152) reversegarbage.org.au/ GETTING THE LOOK: James chose skater helmets due to their flat surface on the top which is best to work with. James then used an under coat of white paint to prime the surface and then a different solid colour for each child. James sourced craft from suppliers REVERSE GARBAGE, that looked like exhausts and funnels to re-create a racing car hat look. The items were then all sprayed sliver or chrome and hot glued or cable tied onto the helmets. Our party kids ‘pimped’ their own helmets with stickers And streamers. ITEM: RUNNING TRACK SOURCE: BUNNINGS / SPOTLIGHT / HOUSE OF BAMBOO (13 Eirth St, Botany, NSW, Ph: 9666 5703) www.houseofbamboo.com.au REVERSE GARBAGE (8/142 Addison Rd, Marrickville, NSW, Ph: 9569 3152 reversegarbage.org.au/ GETTING THE LOOK: To create the lanes James used white gaffa tape from Bunnings, and sack race three metre Bamboo Poles from HOUSE OF BAMBOO to mark the perimeters of the running track. The bamboo poles where decorated with crape paper. The finish

 

   

     

 

ribbon was made out of crepe paper with the word ‘FINISHED’ taped on. The running sacks where bought from Reverse Garbage. The cloth numbers where sourced at SPOTLIGHT and sewn on. ITEM: TOMATO FLAT SOURCE: SYDNEY PROP SPECIALISTS (16 Carrington Rd, Marrickville, NSW, Ph: (02) 9558 8999) www.sydneyprops.com.au/ SYDNEY MARKETS FLEMMINGTON (Parramatta Road, Flemington, NSW, Ph: (02) 9325 6200) www.sydneymarkets.com.au/ PICKAWALL (please see below) GETTING THE LOOK: James used two sheets of plywood 2400 x 1200 and joined them together at the back with two braces which also held them up. An image was chosen and sent to PICKAWALL who produced an adhesive size print for the plywood. Once placed onto the plywood the shape of the clouds where cut out to give the stand a more cartoon look with a jigsaw. James then made a giant tomato from a red bean bag from K-MART and green felt fabric from SPOTLIGHT and cut out the shape of the leaves. James then used tape at the back of leaf shapes to stiffen them and mold them into leaves. The tomato stand plinth and crates were sourced from SYDNEY PROP SPECIALISTS. Tomatoes where sourced from SYDNEY MARKETS FLEMINGTON.

PICKAWALL – CUSTOM REMOVEABLE WALL PAPER PICKAWALL is an Australian company specialising in large format printing and custom wallpaper. Taking decorating walls to a whole new level their revolutionary new self-adhesive and removable customised wallpaper is affordable and super easy to install. PICKAWALL wallpaper has a canvas like texture, is durable and can be easily cleaned. It is also UV stable and environmentally friendly and uses water-based ink that is odourless and non-carcinogenic. It never creases or bubbles and can be applied in less than 30 minutes. Their partnership with the world’s biggest photo libraries including Getty Images and Alamy, gives you access to more than 60 million images to choose from. If you’re having trouble searching they’ll even help you find that prefect image. Ph: 1300 567 877 http://pickawall.com ITEM: TACO VAN SOURCE: BUNNINGS GETTING THE LOOK: James made the taco van out of 3 x 1200 x 1200 plywood flats with two braces at the back to hold it up and in place. James cut out the counter for Miguel to serve from. He than used a sheet of plywood to make the blackboard and black board paint from BUNNINGS to paint the board. The taco sign was made from plywood and a neon light was used to create a carnival kids party theme.

 

   

     

 

ITEM: SLIPPERY SLIDE SOURCE: TARGET MODERN TEACHING AIDS - http://www.teaching.com.au GETTING THE LOOK: James purchased the slip n slide from TARGET and the Gellibaff from MTA website. James added pool noodles around the border of the slide and pegged these in to the ground to secure the slide on the hill. The Gellibaff was easily made just prior to the activity and will hold it’s texture over night if needed. The Gellibath suggests you test the product on sensitive skin before use.

SWEET ART

Sweet Art owner Anthea Leonard has been making cakes for over twenty years. They specialise in weddings, corporate and 3D style cakes. Originally from Perth a sculpture, Anthea spent time overseas learning her craft. Opening Sweet Art 1980 on her return she has been specialising in wedding, corporate and 3D cakes ever since. Sweet Art also have a decorating school where you can learn many of the tricks of the trade.

Sweet Art – 94A-96 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW, Ph: (02) 9361 6617 Shop 105, Level 2, The Strand Arcade, Sydney, NSW Ph: (02) 9233 8474 http://sweetart.com.au / info@sweetart.com.au

   

     

 

SLIDE & SLUSHIE HIRE

Sydney & Central Coast Amusement Hire

Will come to your house or corporate event and set up and manage any of the rides or activities and products you select from their website. Prices vary depending on duration and

location and will travel to most regions with NSW.

http://www.sydneyamusementhire.com.au/ Ph: 02 4998 1964

RECIPES Vegetable Nachos INGREDIENTS Organic mix nacho chips different flavour and colours 3 handfuls grated cheddar 300g soybeans 1/2 tin black beans 2 cob corn kernels fresh 200ml tomato passata Pinch of taco seasoning 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 spring onions, finely sliced 2 limes quartered to serve Sour cream to serve Guacamole to serve Olive oil for cooking

METHOD In a medium sauce pan on high heat add a splash of olive oil, sauté garlic, spring onions,

   

     

 

taco seasoning and corn kernels for 3 min. Add beans and passata and cook for a further 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set nachos in an ovenproof plate, sprinkle lots of cheddar and melt on grill or with blowtorch. Garnish with beans and serve with lime, sour cream and guacamole. Chicken Tacos INGREDIENTS 1 red capsicum, de-seeded, cored, chunky diced 1 yellow capsicum, de-seeded, cored, chunky diced ½ Spanish onion, finely sliced 4 chicken thighs, chunky diced ½ teaspoon paprika 1 lemon, zest, juiced 1 garlic clove, finely diced 1 chilli, finely diced (optional) 10 hard taco shells Iceberg lettuce, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely grated Cheddar cheese, grated Tomato salsa Guacamole Sour cream METHOD Marinate chicken with paprika, lemon and garlic in a mixing bowl. In a medium size pan on medium heat, cook chicken until golden. Add capsicum and onion and chilli (optional) until soft. To serve – In hard taco shells add a little bit of chicken mix, cheese, lettuce, carrot and sauces to your desire. Guacamole INGREDIENTS 3 large ripe avocadoes 1 lemon, juiced 1 lime, juiced 2 tsp sour cream Salt, season METHOD Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, into a smooth paste.

   

     

 

Corn, carrot & Tomato Salsa INGREDIENTS 2 carrots, finely diced, lightly pan fried 2 cobs corn, remove kernels, lightly pan fried 4 tomatoes, diced small ½ Spanish onion, finely chopped 1/2 bunch chives, finely chopped 1 garlic gloves, crushed 3 tbsp olive oil Squeeze of lemon Pinch chilli powder (optional) Season METHOD Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Vegetarian Quesadillas INGREDIENTS 1 large roasted beetroot, diced 1 large sweet potato roasted, mashed 2 Handful’s grated cheddar 1 bunch chives, finely chopped 2 chillies, finely chopped (optional) 6 corn tortillas (use mix flavours tomato and spinach) Pinch of Mexican seasoning METHOD In a corn tortilla spread sweet potato, sprinkle Mexican seasoning, add beetroot, cheese, chilli and chives. Fold in half and cook in sandwich press till cheese melts or alternatively cook in non-stick frying pan till crispy. Cut in slices like a pizza and serve with sour cream, guacamole or tomato salsa. Optional: add chicken or mince

WEBLINKS www.turbomovie.com http://www.sydneyamusementhire.com.au/ http://sweetart.com.au http://pickawall.com/ http://www.greenbox.com.au/