LOCATION
A 15 minute drive from Launceston along the Tamar River.
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Set amongst the vines of Ninth Island vineyard, under a leafy canopy of ancient oaks overlooking the Tamar River to the mountains beyond, there are few restaurants anywhere that induce such a sense of bucolic tranquillity as here. And, if the setting creates the mood, Daniel Alps’ food more than matches it. For this is one of the very best restaurants in the north of the state and by far the finest in the valley, a must-stop break in any tasting meander through the beautiful vineyards of the Tamar Valley wine route.
And it’s the fresh, seasonal produce of the valley around which Alps builds his small daily menus. Organic berries, baby vegetables, herbs, cheeses and micro-salad greens from just down the road in summer. Flathead and Atlantic salmon from near the Tamar’s mouth. Autumn apples, pears and quinces from orchards on the eastern shore and spring lamb from the off-shore islands. This is regional dining at its best, as it was meant to be - fresh, local, seasonal food prepared with imagination and flair and accompanied by wines from the vineyard you’re sitting in. From the simplicity of the vineyard tapas platter to dishes like a Moroccan lamb tagine or truffled venison, the food is an exciting celebration of regional excellence.
Graeme Phillips, November 2008
DETAILS
Daniel Alps At Strathlynn is located only 15 minutes drive from Launceston along the Tamar Valley and should definitely be included on any food lover's trip to Tasmania.
This must be one of the most perfect settings of any vineyard restaurant in Tasmania with spectactular views across the picturesque Tamar Valley world renowned for their cool climate wines.
The restaurant is set in the grounds of the Ninth Island Vineyard amidst white roses, vines and 100 year old oak trees.
Dine in the restaurant with views from every table or on the terrace, a favourite spot for a long leisurely lunch with friends or colleagues - it doesn't get much better than this!
Strathlynn is home to Daniel Alps, one of Tasmania's top chefs who prides himself on using the very best produce that Tasmania has to offer.
Pipers Brook and Ninth Island wines are served in the restaurant by the glass with cellar door sales where you can taste and purchase the wine of your choosing. Pipers Brook and Ninth Island wines are also available here for tasting.
Review by Sue Dyson and Roger McShane, visitors from overseas -
"There are very places we have visited in Australia that provides as enjoyable a dining experience as Strathlynn."
Strathlynn seats up to 70 diners.
SEASONAL HANDS-ON COOKING CLASSES
As well as being a great chef, Daniel is a terrific teacher. In these limited participant hands-on classes you will have a lot of fun and reap the benefits of personal interaction. Enjoy dinner and wine after the class in a convivial atmosphere with Chef Daniel and other participants. Cost $150 per person (all inclusive).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR BOOKINGS PHONE 03 6330 2388
Personal Statement
CHEF PROFILEDaniel Alps is an energetic, charismatic chef with a passion for local and organic produce. He is keen to develop a strong relationship with local farmers to support his vision of Tasmanian food culture.
Tasmanian born, Daniel served his apprenticeship in Launceston before travelling to Broome, where he worked for two years alongside Asian, French, New Zealand and Australian chefs, gaining insights into culinary cross pollination. Daniel returned to Tasmania as Executive chef to Pipers Brook Vineyard, Tasmania's largest wine producer. While with Pipers Brook, Daniel seized the opportunity to explore Europe and California, where he developed further his understanding of the marriage of food and wine.