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Issue: November 2005

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BlueFire Newsletter Issue: November 2005
All Aboard BlueFire Cruises

Gold Coast's most luxurious vessel has launched into Gold Coast's waterways. BlueFire Cruises depart every Tuesday to Sunday from Marina Mirage. On board, you will experience a feast like no other - with flame grilled seafood and meats carved at your table until you say "no more!"
Cruise also includes appetizer plate (with fresh bread, dips, bruschetta and olives), sides of grilled vegetables and salad along with dessert and live entertainment.
Reserve your table now! Ph: 5557 8899 or book online

BlueFire Cruises

Celebrate with BlueFire

Is your Christmas Party / End of Year Event organised?
If not, you better be quick as there are limited dates available at our venues.
Contact us for an exciting Christmas event with a difference.

BlueFire Cruises:
5557 8899
BlueFire Churrascaria Grill at Marina Mirage: 5557 8877
Shangrila Cruises: 5557 8899


Special Member Privileges
Want to save money each and every time you dine out? You can with the Rivers Platinum Club card! Members are rewarded with a 10% off the total bill at a great selection of restaurants and cruises across Gold Coast and Melbourne. Best of all there's no joining fee. Start saving today - visit www.rivers.net.au
Participating Locations Include:
• BlueFire Cruises - Gold Coast
• Steakhouse BlueFire - Melbourne
• Hot Chocolate - Coffee and Chocolate Bar - Melbourne

Gold Coast November Events 

Australian Fashion Design Awards & Festival. 2nd – 12th Nov 05. Various Locations inc Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Click here for information...

• Opera on Broadbeach. 12th Nov 05. Opera on Broadbeach is a magical evening of stars, under the stars. Click here for information...

• Oceania Judo Open World Cup. 5th, 6th, 10th Nov 05. International judo contest with competitors from 15 countries competing in the inaugural Oceania Judo World Cup. Click here for information

Globe Pro Junior Teams Challenge & Night Surfing at Point Break Burleigh Heads Click here for information

Sculpture Exhibition. 13th Nov 05 Cedar Creek. Contemporary stone sculpture by Antone Bruinsma, creator of “The Elements” on Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, paying homage to mother earth, in a natural bushland setting. Click here for information


Christmas Day Lunch 05

Have a stress free Christmas Day lunch with your family and friends at BlueFire Churrascaria Grill. Enjoy waterfront views at Marina Mirage and a Christmas lunch the whole family will enjoy.
Cost: Adults $89, Children Ages 4-12 $68 (Children 3 & under free)
Address: Ground level, Shop 31 Marina Mirage, Seaworld Drive, Main Beach Qld 4217
Lunch: Churrascaria Lunch, 8 Courses. Inc Appetizer, Dessert & Sides
Bonus Offer:
Standard drink of your choice on arrival
Bookings: Ph: 5557 8877 or Book Online Full payment required to secure booking
Make your booking now to avoid disappointment.


Recipe: Tempura prawns on char-grilled zucchini with wild rocket

Ingredients:
Serves 4

20 King Prawns (shelled with heads removed)
1 zucchini
50g wild rocket
20ml olive oil
Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

(Ingredients Batter)
1 egg yolk
1 egg white
60g plain flour
50ml water

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Method

• Devein the prawns and dust with flour

• Make the tempura batter by whisking the egg yolk and water together. Add the flour and stir in with a fork. Beat the egg white into a soft peak and fold into the batter.

• Dip the prawns into the batter and cook in a deep fryer (180 deg c) for 2 minutes. Remove and drain on kitchen paper.

• Cut the zucchini into thin strips and char-grill for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Mix the zucchini and wild rocket together and dress with the olive oil.

To assemble

Arrange the salad in the middle of the plate. Place the prawns around the salad and spoon dressing over the prawns.


Fun Food Facts
Australia’s first commercially produced native food was the macadamia nut

Family Friendly Menu at BlueFire

Due to popular demand, BlueFire Churrascaria Grill & Bar will release a Children's Menu with healthy and exciting meals designed just for kids. This menu will be available very soon and include tasty options such as:
- Lightly battered fillets of fish served with king cut golden fries & a fresh garden salad
- Tropical pizza topped with pineapple, ham and cheese
- Mini chicken parmigiana accompanied by pasta in napoli sauce
Coming soon to BlueFire Churrascaria Grill at Marina Mirage, Main Beach 4217.
Bookings Ph: 5557 8877


New Years Eve Events 05/06
Image Steakhouse BlueFire With Christmas and New Years Eve so close together, new year celebrations often get done at the last minute. BlueFire has put together some great NYE options for you in Melbourne and on the Gold Coast - all you have to do is decide which event to attend.

Gold Coast New Years Eve Events

BlueFire Cruise
Price is all inclusive of an "all you can eat" Churrascaria dinner carved at your table, entree, sides, dessert and a pre dinner drink. Travel along Gold Coast's waterways then view the spectacular fireworks display. Date: Dec 31st 2005. Cruise time: Boarding 7.30 pm. Departing from Marina Mirage Gold Coast 8.00 pm. Concludes approx 1 am. Price: $149 pp Bookings: 5557 8899

BlueFire Churrascaria Grill -
Waterfront Restaurant at Marina Mirage. Includes an "all you can eat" Churrascaria dinner carved at your table, entree, sides, dessert, pre dinner drink and entertainment. Prime view of Gold Coast's fireworks display. Date: 31st Dec 05. Time: 7.30 pm - 1 am. Price: $149 pp Bookings: 5557 8877

Melbourne New Years Eve Events

Rivers NYE Dinner Cruise
Includes 3 courses served to your table, pre dinner drink, and entertainment.
Prime view of Docklands spectacular fireworks display.
Departing on the grand Voyager at 8.00 pm. Boat will return to the pier at 12.30 am and guests can remain onboard until 1 am. Price: $149 pp Bookings: (03) 9686 8668

BlueFire Churrascaria Grill
Waterfront Restaurant at Docklands. Includes an "all you can eat" Churrascaria dinner carved at your table, entree, sides, dessert, pre dinner drink and entertainment. Prime location to view Docklands spectacular fireworks display. Date: 31st Dec 05. Time: 7.30 pm - 1 am. Price: $149 pp Bookings: (03) 9670 8008
*All New Years events are at a set price and must be pre paid

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