You can drive across this little island in a matter of hours, but if you're a foodie like us, you'll want to pack your bags and move here permanently. Tasmania is home to some of the most unique gourmet experiences from produce driven fine dining and cafes to sustainable cooking schools.
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The Agrarian Kitchen is a sustainable cooking school that offers paddock-to-plate gourmet experiences. Just 45 minutes from Hobart in Tasmania's Derwent Valley, the five-acre property is home to a working farm, vegetable garden, orchard, berry patch and herb garden, all grown using organic principles. Established by Rodney Dunn, former food editor of Australian Gourmet Traveller magazine, and his wife Séverine, this is a must-visit for all.Read more -
Situated in the picturesque Huon Valley, Home Hill Winery Restaurant is renowned for its locally sourced ingredients and breathtaking views over Mount Wellington. Surrounded by lush, sweeping hills, the restaurant's floor to ceiling windows gives diners the perfect vantage spot to dine with a view.Read more -
The Source Restaurant in Berriedale is filled with breathtaking elements - a vineyard setting, the stunning Museum of Old and New Art, Moo Brew beers, a stellar wine list and Philippe Lebain's contemporary French-inspired cuisine. The best way to experience The Source is to choose a five, seven or nine course degustation menu and let the kitchen work its magic.Read more -
The Josef Chromy Cellar Door and Cafe in Relbia, Northern Tasmania, is an idyllic spot to revel in the majesty of the natural realm, as you enjoy local produce suitably matched with estate grown wines. Housed in an original 1880's homestead with an open log fire, the venue exudes a sense of pure comfort and tranquillity.Read more -
Stillwater is one of Tasmania's most awarded restaurants, set in a beautifully restored 1830s flour mill beside the picturesque Tamar River in Launceston. The food is exceptional, and has a strong focus on fresh Tasmanian produce. Stillwater also offers semi private dining in their bluestone wine cellar for 4 to 18 people.Read more -
Read moreTasmanians are staunchly proud of their local produce and it really isn't a wonder why. Red Feather owner Lydia Nettlefold shares her knowledge with a range of classes including sushi explained', perfect pasta' and to market to market'. Go all out with their foodie retreat where the weekend will be spent doing cooking classes, sipping the local wines or simply indulging in all that Hadspen has to offer. The elegant accommodation makes this an ideal getaway for romantic foodies and the restaurant is open to inhouse guests Thursday to Saturday evenings, and to the public on Saturday evenings. Hadspen is just a 15 minute drive from Launceston.
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Read moreFat Pig Farm is located in the Huon Valley, around 1 hours drive from Hobart. It is a working farm, open only for Friday feasts served on a long farmhouse table, with multiple seasonal dishes from produce sourced from the farm and nearby. Four carefully chosen and matched alcoholic drinks are included to celebrate the meal with an option to purchase additional beverages. There are plenty of friendly B&B's in the area, some even within walking distance. Bookings are absolutely necessary for Fat Pig Farm Friday lunches.
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Tasmania's heritage Hawley House is the original homestead of the 150 hectare property which sustains a substantial vineyard and an extensive and comprehensive wildlife reserve. Guests can stay at the property with candlelit dinners and pre-dinner drinks served in the drawing room by the grand piano.Read more -
Read morePooley Wines is a five-star award-winning Tasmanian family winery located in the heart of Tasmania’s famous Coal River Valley, just 20 minutes from Hobart. The historic vineyard offers wine tastings, tutorials, live events as well as venue hire for weddings. Call in for a wine tasting or cheese platter and enjoy the beautiful surrounds and warm family hospitality.Cellar door open daily 10am-5.30pm
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Read moreBarilla Bay is just 15 minutes north-east of Hobart and is one of Tasmania's leading suppliers of premium Pacific oysters. The picturesque property is surrounded by fully landscaped gardens and overlooks Barilla Bay, making the grounds and the restaurant perfect for special occasion dining and functions. The Modern Australian menu highlights the flavours of local produce, with oysters a kitchen specialty. A private tour can be booked for a minimum of ten that includes and informative overview of oyster farming, processing and grading and a beach tour to see the oyster lease.
Open for lunch daily and dinner Thursday-Saturday
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Read moreFreycinet Marine Farm is just 2.5 hours scenic drive from Hobart, on the pristine waters of Coles Bay on Tasmania’s East Coast. Taste a selection of some of Tasmania's best seafood – enjoyed fresh on the deck with a local wine or beer or take away. Fishing seasons and weather dictate the availability but usually you can choose from fresh and cooked oysters, mussels. rock lobster, salmon, octopus and abalone.
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Read moreRaspberry Farm Cafe is a small gem nestled in four hectares of raspberry plantings in Moltema, halfway between Launceston and Devonport. The kitchen bakes every treat you can imagine, with raspberry creations headlining the dessert menu. There's savoury meals, too and all dishes are prepared in country style. The cafe itself is a stone and timber cottage with large windows overlooking lush lawns and a lake filled with water lilies.
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Read moreProspect Country House in the Coal River Valley, just 20 minutes from Hobart, offers luxury accommodation blending heritage with modern comfort. Built in 1830, this charming country house invites guests to enjoy afternoon tea in the kitchen conservatory, relax by the fire, or explore Richmond on bikes. The onsite restaurant emphasises local and seasonal Tasmanian produce, including items from its own orchard and kitchen garden, paired with award-winning Pooley Wines.
Photography: Courtesy of Prospect House Private Hotel