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IT’S OFFICIAL! CROWN IS ONCE AGAIN HOME TO PERTH’S BEST STEAK SANGA - 17 May 2018
The Merrywell’s Merry Had a Lamb Sanga takes the crown as Perth’s Best Steak Sandwich at the AHA WA Hospitality Expo.
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PERTH, 17 May 2018: Third time is certainly the charm for The Merrywell, taking out the metropolitan title in AHA WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition for a third time at the AHA WA Hospitality Expo held in the Crown Ballroom on Wednesday 16 May.
 
The ‘steaks’ were high as The Merrywell Chef de Cuisine, Daniel Lopes, battled it out against three other finalists in the grand final cook-off, which saw Crown Perth’s hero pub come out on top with its mouth watering Merry had a Lamb Sanga.
 
The panel of judges couldn’t get enough of the winning flavour combination - with grilled lamb rump steak, chipotle & fig relish, beetroot pickle, feta mayonnaise & pistachios on a custom designed potato & roast onion bread.
 
With The Merrywell taking out the metropolitian award for Best Steak Sandwich in both 2013 and 2015, Chef Lopes says he was resolved to reclaim the title and up the ante for his first ever entry since taking over as the pub’s Chef de Cuisine.
 
“This year we decided to try something different by incorporating WA lamb along with locally sourced produce. It’s an exciting flavour combination that has also proven very popular with our customers”, said Lopes.
 
Specialty sangas are in high demand on the menu at the moment, with a West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers sanga battle currently on offer – with $5 from every team-themed sanga combo purchased going to charity.
 
Lopes will now take the battle to the rest of the state. The metropolitan and regional winners are now in the running for WA’s Best Steak Sandwich which will be announced at the AHA-Aon Hotel & Hospitality Awards for Excellence.
 
For more information on The Merrywell, please visit:
www.crownperth.com.au/restaurants/casual/the-merrywell.
 
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For further information or images, please contact:
Cassie Boyce
Public Relations Campaign Manager
Crown Perth
P: +61 (08) 9362 8009
M: +61 (0) 437 619 322
E: cassie.boyce@crownperth.com.au
 
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Battle of the Sangas
 
Currently at The Merrywell, West Coast Eagles’ fans are able to tuck into the Eagles Big Bird Sanga, filled with buttermilk fried chicken, oozy cheese sauce - in true honour of the golden team colours – topped with coleslaw ranch, lettuce and tomato between crispy waffles.
 
Fremantle fans are be able to indulge in the Freo Surf n Turf Sanga which pays homage to the club’s maritime history, loaded with popcorn prawns, mouth-watering roast beef, cheddar hi-melt cheese and a punchy remoulade sauce – all served up with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles on crunchy toasted sourdough.
 
The West Coast Eagles are supporting Telethon, one of Australia's leading children's research centres, dedicated to improving the lives of kids and young people. Freo are supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities, an organisation that helps seriously ill children and their families.
 
For more information please visit https://www.crownperth.com.au/restaurants/casual/the-merrywell/battle-of-the-sangas.
 
Chef de Cuisine, Daniel Lopes - Biography
 
Hailing from Brazil, Daniel Lopes brings over 10 years of experience to his role as Chef de Cuisine at Crown Perth’s hero pub, The Merrywell. Prior to his promotion, Daniel spent three years working as a Sous Chef at The Merrywell, contributing passionately to some of the drool-worthy dishes now available at the restaurant.
 
Since stepping up as Chef de Cuisine, Daniel has introduced his own South-American twist to The Merrywell’s North-American inspired ‘dude food’ menu, including dishes such as the El Paso BBQ Burger and Barramundi a la Fresca.
 
Determined to breathe life into The Merrywell’s ‘delicious with a daring twist’ food philosophy, we are sure diners will fall in love with Chef Lopes’ innovative twists to the menu, now available at The Merrywell.
 

BATTLE OF THE SANGAS - WEST COAST AND FREO JOIN FORCES TO RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY - 25 April 2018
Ahead of the Derby this Sunday, the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers ask their fans to put their money where their mouths are - all in aid of a good cause.
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Wednesday 25 April. As West Australian footy fans gear up for the inaugural AFL Western Derby at Optus Stadium this Sunday 29 April, The Merrywell has come together with both the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers to launch two footy-themed “sangas” to raise money for both clubs’ charity of choice - with $5 from every combo purchased going to each clubs’ charity.
 
Available from ‘Derby Day’ this Sunday April 29th, West Coast Eagles’ fans will be able to tuck into the ‘Eagles Big Bird Sanga’, filled with buttermilk fried chicken, oozy cheese sauce - in true honour of the golden team colours – topped with coleslaw ranch, lettuce and tomato between crispy waffles.
 
Fremantle fans will be able to indulge in the ‘Freo Surf n Turf Sanga’ which pays homage to the club’s maritime history, loaded with popcorn prawns, mouth-watering roast beef, cheddar hi-melt cheese and a punchy remoulade sauce – all served up with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles on crunchy toasted sourdough.
 
The West Coast Eagles are supporting Telethon, one of Australia's leading children's research centres, dedicated to improving the lives of kids and young people. Freo are supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities, an organisation that helps seriously ill children and their families.
 
Crown Perth’s Chief Operating Officer – Food, Beverage & Entertainment, Andrew Hill, says Derby time provides the perfect opportunity to indulge your team pride in a “sanga” for a good cause.
 
“West Australians love their footy but their passion also runs deep when it comes to giving. We are home to the country’s greatest proportion of charitable givers,” he says. “We are excited to bring two passions together and help us collectively raise money for two causes that make a real difference in the WA community.”[1]
 
So who does Hill think will win?
 
“In terms of our tip on which “sanga” will prove more popular, I think we’ll stay on the fence for this one and barrack for both great community organisations.”
 
Get behind both teams and head to The Merrywell from Sunday, 29 April. The team-themed combos will be on-sale for one month - the question is which “sanga” will you side with?

WHAT:
Battle of the Sanga: West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers themed “sangas”

  • Eagles Big Bird Sanga
    • Buttermilk fried chicken thigh, golden cheese sauce, coleslaw ranch, lettuce and tomato between crispy waffles. Served with fries and a coke.
  • Freo Surf n Turf Sanga
    • Roast beef and popcorn prawns, cheddar hi melt cheese and a pickle remoulade sauce slathered on sourdough bread. Served with fries and a coke.
WHEN:
Available to purchase from Sunday 29 April until Sunday 27 May
$25 for sanga, fries and coke combo

WHERE: 
The Merrywell
Crown Perth
Burswood WA 6100

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For all media enquiries, please contact:
 
Megan Wesley
Account Manager, Pulse Communications
Megan.wesley@pulsecom.com.au
03 8695 3589
 
Victoria Loughnan
Senior Communications Manager, Crown Perth
Victoria.loughnan@crownperth.com.au
08 9362 7747

[1] Roy Morgan Research – Donation Nation, which state is the most generous report. December 2015

LAMB ISN'T JUST FOR AUSTRALIA DAY AT THE MERRYWELL - 12 April 2018
To celebrate our return to AHA WA’s Best Steak Sandwich Competition, Crown Perth is giving away 200 FREE lamb sangas on Friday 13 April!*
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PERTH, 12 April 2018 – Summer days and evening BBQs might be on the way out with winter on the way in, but that hasn’t stopped The Merrywell from incorporating one of Australia’s favourite meats into their latest creation for the hotly contested AHA WA’s Best Steak Sandwich Competition - giving away free sangas to the first 200 people through their doors tomorrow!

Created by The Merrywell’s newly appointed Chef de Cuisine, Daniel Lopes, the mouth-watering Merry had a Lamb Sanga includes a grilled lamb rump steak, chipotle & fig relish, beetroot pickle, feta mayonnaise & pistachios on a custom designed potato & roast onion bread.

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CROWN PERTH’S FIRST ROOFTOP BAR IS NOW OPEN! - 23 February 2018
Crown Perth’s latest venture and first rooftop bar, HI-LINE, opens its doors today – further cementing Crown’s position as the ultimate location to stay, play and feast in Perth.
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PERTH, 23 February 2017 – Crown Perth’s latest venture and first rooftop bar, HI-LINE, opened its doors over the weekend – further cementing Crown’s position as the ultimate location to stay, play and feast in Perth.
 
Built in just five weeks, the 935 square metre space above Crown Theatre has been transformed into a sublime oasis, perfect for sipping delicious cocktails while watching the sunset over the Perth CBD skyline.
 
With a selection of bar bites and bespoke signature cocktails such as the Crimson Samurai and Jamacian Deck Chair, HI-LINE provides the ultimate destination for after work sunset drinks, pre-game catch-ups with friends or romantic cocktails under the stars.
 
Crown Perth, Chief Operating Officer – Food, Beverage and Entertainment, Andrew Hill, said Crown were excited to launch this new bar and believe it will be a fantastic asset on stadium event days.

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CROWN TOWERS PERTH CELEBRATES ITS FIRST BIRTHDAY BY TAKING LUXURY TO A NEW ART FORM ... LITERALLY - 02 December 2017
One lucky Perth couple lived in the lobby in a live art installation serving up the best experiences the hotel has on offer.
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PERTH, 2 December 2017. Crown Towers Perth has set the benchmark in luxurious experiences since launching on 1 December 2016, so it’s no surprise that to celebrate its first birthday, the hotel group has taken this to the next level – and added a unique twist.
 
On 1 December, Perth’s premier destination hotel showcased the ultimate luxury leisure destination in a 24 hour ‘Live-in Luxury Art Installation’ taking place inside its lobby.
 
As part of the installation, the hotel group plucked an unsuspecting couple off the streets of Perth to deliver the ultimate money can’t buy experience for them – all taking place inside a live art installation that had them delivered the very best experiences Crown Towers has to offer in real-time.
 
For the voyeur in all of us, passersby and other hotel guests were able to witness the couple in situ living and sleeping in the lobby - enjoying everything from champagne to luxurious caviar spa treatments, five-star dining and the most decadent cocktails right through to being tucked up in bed with a hot chocolate.
 
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