Food and drink

Tasmania is a food lover’s paradise. The rich soil, pure air and clean water mean dedicated growers harvest the freshest and highest quality produce. In turn, this allows local chefs to serve up truly authentic food and drink experiences. But they’re not exclusive to the many gourmet restaurants. You’ll find them just as easily at farmers markets, local eateries and food trucks. You can even stop and buy from roadside stalls – in Tasmania you’ll still find honesty boxes all around the state.

The island is also home to some of Australia’s leading cool climate wines, as well as cider houses, breweries and distilleries . You’ll find our vineyards, boutique breweries and distilleries showcasing their wares at cellar doors. These are perfect spots to sample the produce and often talk directly with the maker.

Foodies can get further involved at a cooking school, pick fresh produce straight from the source and sample something new at a food festival or master class.