We actually managed this most evenings, either making easy ham and cheese or tomato and cheese jaffles, or getting out all of our cooking gear and making a delicious chilli, or chicken drumsticks in a tomato broth. As first times go for cooking outdoors, I think we did quite well.
If you are travelling Tassie and you are looking to do the same, there was a fabulous wholesale meat place in Longford, which is up near Launceston. We got so much food for only $50! Definitely have an idea of the dishes you want to make when you go in, and also make sure you have a way to keep it cold and fresh (we have an esky with ice, and then a fridge-freezer, that we usually have set to freeze). Grocery wise, we then used the local supermarket for veggies, fruits and dry goods.
Oh, and pack Tupperware! It will make cooking and storing food so much easier (we always had leftovers after every meal we cooked) :)
I am such a foodie, though, that I can't resist giving some of the local places a try! I love that in Tassie, the food is not Australian made, it is Tasmanian made. Everything is just so local and fresh and delicious.
Here are a few of the yummy places we discovered along the way.
Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm, Elizabeth Town
This was one of the first places we stopped upon arrival in Tassie, where we enjoyed a raspberry inspired breakfast. I had scones, Mack had French toast, and we both had raspberry coffees. Coffee with raspberry was a little weird haha, but the food was so yum. Who doesn't love a breakfast by the fire first thing in the morning!
The Bean Barrow, Lilydale
The first night we stayed at Lilydale Reserve, and the next morning we headed into Lilydale in search of coffee. We drove past this place on the way into town. The lady that runs this place moved from Queensland to Tassie (fairly recently I believe), and whilst she was busy building the cafe in the front room of her house, she was running the coffee cart on the front porch. She was so lovely and friendly, and the coffee was delicious. Highly recommend.
Pyengana Dairy, Pyengana
The cheeses here are so good! We were always coming here for this, but we also ended up staying here for lunch, as the Pub in a Paddock (with Priscilla the Pig) was closed that week. For lunch, I had a cheese board with a Tassie cider; Mack had a chicken burger also with Tassie cider. Definitely worth a visit to taste amazing cheese, even if you don't stay for long.
Iron House Brewery, Four Mile Creek
It might have only been 10am when we stopped in at this brewery, but when you're on holiday, anything goes right? This brewery does beers, wines, gins and vodkas (and by now, I think they will have a whisky as well). As far as beers go, they were pretty good! We ended up buying a grape vodka, because it had a cool art deco bottle, and also tasted amazing.
Freycinet Marine Farm, Coles Bay
This stop is an absolute must. Even if you are on a tight budget, splurge a little here. We ordered a mixed half dozen oysters, and then a serve of mussels in a chilli sauce. SO. Good. Such beautiful fresh seafood. Even Mack loved it here, and oysters isn't really his thing.
Hazards Brewing, Mobile Van
The morning we headed to Wineglass Bay to do the walk to the lookout, we were on the hunt for coffee through Coles Bay. This Van was just setting up in a rest area nearby so we got coffee from here. You can follow her Facebook page here, to find out where she is going to be. Such delicious coffee, and some yummy snacks as well.
Cascade Brewery, Hobart
We didn't do the tour here, but we did stop for what was essentially a liquid lunch with a side of nachos! The bar tender was lovely, and so knowledgeable. Food was delicious. Beer was delicious. All round lovely lunch.
Lark Distillery, Hobart
If whisky is your thing, then you can't miss the Lark Distillery. We did 1 tasting paddle between the 2 of us, which was $28. The bar tenders were lovely, the whisky is sensational and the bar has a great atmosphere as well. We ended up buying a little bottle for us to take home.
Bruny Island Cheese Company, Great Bay
Cheese and beer all in the same place - what more could you ask for. We only stayed here for a coffee, but we did also sample all of their cheeses and buy some delicious sourdough bread. You can also try their beer tasting paddle, and I think they have a cafe menu as well. If you join their cheese club, you can get exclusive cheese related offers straight to your inbox.
Willie Smiths, Huon Valley
The cider here was so yummy! We had the tasting paddle, alongside a really amazing charcuterie board. High recommend doing this! Lunch by the fire on a cold winter's day. We also had some hot cider when we went to Dark Mofo a couple of days later - it was so great hot or cold :)
Hamer's Hotel, Strahan
Sometimes you just need a beer and a pub schnitzel, so that is exactly what we did in Strahan. Pub food with a view over the river - couldn't ask for more.
Coffee Shack, Strahan
Such a simple cafe, with yummy coffee and basic snacks (think muffins and toasted sandwiches). I would much prefer a small local business over a big chain cafe, so if you are ever in Strahan, this place does a great coffee!
Beach Hut, Boat Harbour Beach
I am actually not sure the name of this cafe! We only came here for a snack (afternoon lamingtons with local cider) but all of the food was homemade and just looked so delicious.
Reliquaire, La Trobe
This toy store will blow your mind! They have a cafe at the back that does coffee and other drinks, and then light snacks. It was nice for a chilled out morning tea. The snacks were all of the raw vegan variety, but they were actually quite delicious.
We also ate at the Cherry Shed on our way back to the ferry. I didn't take any photos, but it was so yummy, and well worth a visit.
If you are visiting Tassie, I would pop these little eateries on your list!
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