The oysters are now their world

Portarlington's the Ol' Duke has a new lease of life thanks to Peter Kenny of Bellarine Estate, who has taken over the venue and renamed it Angasi Bar and Grill, giving a nod to the local native flat angasi oysters being farmed on the peninsula. Chef Brett McKay's menu will lean towards Mediterranean-Greek seafood with a little Texas-style steakhouse - Peter's wife Liz hails from the US. There will be an all-day mezze selection, angasi oysters will feature in season, with an oyster-seafood bar in the ballroom over summer. Along with a host of local vintages, the Bellarine Estate's wine and beers will also have a cellar door outlet on site. And if you want to linger longer, six double rooms and two family rooms are part of the accommodation.

Angasi Bar and Grill, 40 Newcombe Street, Portarlington, 5259 3355. Breakfast and lunch, Thurs-Mon; dinner, Fri-Mon; daily in summer.