Reportedly Australia's southernmost winery, this is a great spot for tasting and for lunch. In…read morefact it may be more of a restaurant that owns a winery rather than the other way round. We booked a 1:30 time for lunch and had a great table outside on the shady patio on an uncharacteristically warm (88 degrees!) summer day. The menu features lots of choices from burgers to shareable platters. We opted for a cheese platter with local l, some chili roasted almonds and the baked Bree. It was the perfect lunch. We also enjoyed a glass of the Sauvignon blanc and the sparkling rose with the meal. Following the meal, we stepped up to the tasting area ($5 pp-free with a bottle purchase) and sampled the entirety of their selection from unplanned Rose (last year's fires tainted the skin on the Pinot noir so the winemaker made a switch-delicious) to Sauvignon blanc, Riesling and Pinot noir. Wines were nice quality. While this place is on the bus tour circuit, they kept the larger groups segregated in the back of the large restaurant so we weren't at all impacted. It's worth the drive for the lunch quality alone and a peaceful and relaxing spot.

Our fourth and last pit stop was at Bruny Island Premium Wines. You have to drive a few minutes on…read morea gravel road to get there but it wasn't that bad. We dropped in just before closing (around 4:45pm). Sadly, food is only served from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Take note if you want to eat! Our server/pourer was awesome; turns out she's from Canada too. Talk about small world. There's two options for wine tasting ($5.00 AUD/person for four samples or $10.00 AUD to try all 10). You choose anything from the list of red, whites and ciders. All are grown on site! - 2x Wine tastings ($5.00 AUD) - I was driving but the girls each did a sampling. Some interesting offerings, especially the cider. - Blapple ($14.00 AUD bottle) - apple and blackberry. This is what you call completely drinkable. The combo was wonderfully delicious. Cool spot. Make sure you try the blapple!

What a dream. This is one of the oldest breweries in the city. They feature four types of beer. I…read moreordered the flight sampler. I also ordered the beef brisket. It had the best sauce thus far during my Australian trip. What makes this place magical is the garden. This is a heritage spot overlooking my Wellington. It's also adjacent to the rivulet walking trail. So a nice combination is walking from Central on the trail. And stop at the brewery at the end. There is also a. Bus, which runs between city center in the brewery.

Very informative history tour with knowledgeable guide…read more Good food and beer off cause!

Such a cute spot. The outdoor patio had plenty of seating and didn't feel crowded. The service is…read morequick and the staff are so friendly! The brewed chai was to die for, the pastry was delicious and I can't wait to come back and try more. I love that they have so many vegan/vegetarian options too.

This is a must go. Somewhat hidden with pleasant outside tree covered courtyard. Some of the best…read morebread I have ever tasted. They are rightly proud. They offer tastie pies and sausage rolls and wallaby pies. Deserts also worth fighting over.

Really stopped by for tasting and toilet. Both worked out well Very clean location. Plenty of…read moreoutside eating and things to see if you are into seeing how sausage is made. Cider (I think) cheaper than when you buy it elsewhere with lots of choices. We tried Quince and blueberries cider after doing sampling. Dry cider just fine without the added bits. We were there during day and very quiet. Promises to be more busier when band is on and there is plenty of space to hold a big group of people. Got feeling this is a big tourist and local place. Oh bought $10 bottle opener which gets one star. Do not buy. But get two more glasses of the excellent cider

There are so many delicious ciders happening in Tasmania right now, and it's no surprise being as…read moreit's the Apple Isle. Being a local, I've sampled most, if not all, of the ciders currently available down here and I'm gonna do it. I'm gonna say it. I'm committing. Ready? Pagan is my favourite Tassie cider. WOW, WHAT A RUSH. OH MAN. Seriously though. I'm a Pagan fan, big time. I'm all about Pagan. Beam me up, Pagan. Are you there, Pagan? It's me, Memily. I'm a fan of many other local ciders (and blatantly not a fan of a couple more) but Pagan tops the list for me. It has no added sugar but is still naturally sweet, it's crisp, it has super cool labels, and it comes in a pretty cool range: currently apple, pear, and two different cherry/apple versions (one with 20% cherry and one with 40% -- this one also has 8% alc/vol so hold onto your butts). But here's the even more fun bit. If you visit Pagan's cellar door on the road into Cygnet, you get to try all these delicious ciders--and also any bonus fun cellar door stuff they might be doing at the time. I've sampled a quince cider, an aged pear cider and I even got a preview for the crazy gin/chocolate/scrumpy medley Pagan came up with in cahoots with Cygneture Chocolate and McHenry's Gin for Dark Mofo 2014's winter feast. Right time, right place. As far as I'm concerned, any time is the right time, and Pagan's cellar door is always, ALWAYS the right place.

This is my second time visiting this bakery and I would highly recommend this place to everyone. By…read morefar the best bakery in town with amazing homemade pies and beautiful pastries for dessert.

Great bread, great patisserie, if your in Sandy Bay a MUST visit!read more

Delicious chocolates in Kettering, Tasmania by the Bruny Island ferry, little shop if you drive by…read moretoo fast, you will miss it, it's next to a cafe. The whole building was an old gas station. Note please ask to take any pictures, the owners wife got upset when I took a few pictures on my phone prior permission. You must have the champagne chocolate it bubbles in your mouth truly special, this is some of the finest chocolate around. I also enjoyed the passionfruit and the berry flavors. They come in 8, 24 and 36 packages and will wrap up for travel as I'm bringing back to Cincinnati, Ohio USA I found out they have a new shop in downtown Hobart next to the Brooke Street pier.

John Zito is an evil mastermind and I'm down with that…read more Seriously, who has a gourmet chocolate shop on the side of an old petrol station in a tiny town that's mostly known for the ferry that takes you out of said town? John Zito. Who makes some of the most amazing, weird and wonderful chocolates, both flavours and shapes, that you've ever come across? John Zito. Who's so infused with chocolate that he can even fairly accurately predict which chocolate flavours you'll order from the cabinet? Yeah, I don't know how he does it. Chocolate magic. But seriously, get a half-dozen (or nine... or maybe a full dozen) of mixed chocolates that really do taste like creme brûlée, limoncello, PX sherry (ok there may be a slightly boozy theme here)... basically these chocolates will blow your mind and your tastebuds. Go the long way round the Huon & D'Entrecasteaux route just to stop at Nutpatch, ok? Because I said so, that's why.

Located in Lower Sandy Bay, this upmarket grocer / deli could run the risk of snobbery, but for the…read morefact that the people behind the counter are some of the friendliest you'll meet. The range and quality of food on offer here is incredible. Up one end is a well-stocked deli, with cold meats, pre-made sandwiches and a range of pre-prepared dinners (from 'cook and eat' to simple 'heat and eat'). The fruit section is small but filled with the most delicious local produce; the strawberries in January are particularly recommended. The general groceries section is small but contains all the basics. Of special interest is a fantastic cake section, selling whole cakes, slices thereof, tarts and other delicious treats - all handmade and fresh. The prices are higher than a standard grocery store, as you'd expect, but the quality is more than worth it, and for those living in Lower Sandy Bay or beyond, it's nice to have a convenient one-stop shop for quality eating.

Great to find a decent butcher, good meat & clean shop + friendly staff = winnerread more