EAT + DRINK

Some of Tasmania's best eating and drinking is done on the North West coast. Lush soil, paddock to plate offerings, make sure you arrive hungry.

ALCHEMY CAFE - FORTH

Alchemy Café is all about real food and drink. Swing by for a dirty hippy, a bullet proof coffee, or sit back with a glass of biodynamic wine, which is kind on your liver. Thirsty, hungry and in a rush? Time for a supercharged smoothie filled with secret ingredients available only at Alchemy. Really hungry? The Pagan Nachos will fix that. If your tastebuds need a challenge there is the popular fermented food platter, which will boost your numbers of good gut bacteria by a zillion. Alchemy is about sharing the good things in life and serving others with a smile. There are also classes in fermentation, raw cakes, and even cleaning with essential oils.

Visit Alchemy at 640 Forth Road, Forth

BRUCE'S CAFE - WYNYARD

Situated in the picturesque town of Wynyard, a few meters from the beach, this is an old corner store turned café. Husband and wife team Dane and Kendall Poke, along with their staff, are serving up fusion-style food, fresh house-made cakes and the town’s best coffee. Enjoy their outdoor seating and great play area for the kids.
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Find Bruce's at 145 Old Bass Highway, Wynyard

​Open 7 days 8am – 3.30pm, Friday night Dinner in Summer

BRYHER

Bryher’s menu gives a good indication of where their passion lies. There is an entire page dedicated to naming the farmer or producer and origin of each ingredient used in their provincial British/ French-style offerings. There are nostalgic favourites – boiled eggs and soldiers are served alongside a smooth chicken liver parfait and very seasonal specials, or sometimes just something interesting Chef picked up from the harvest market. Launceston roasted Provenance coffee is expertly brewed; you might even choose to warm up with a Tasmanian whisky hot toddy. Their own tea blends (in proper china cups) pair perfectly with cakes and pastries baked throughout the day.

Visit them at 91 George Street, Launceston or find them on the web or Facebook

FOOD BY BEN

Want a weekend experience like no other? Experience foodie heaven like never before as you’re taken on a boutique food tour through Tasmania’s stunning North West Coast designed by the host of Ben’s Menu, Ben Milbourne. See the food bowl of Tasmania and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. ​Take the true ‘one degree’ experience as you meet the characters behind Tasmania’s finest produce on a tour that has been personalised to your desires. See how Ben transforms this world-class produce into fine dining fare as you dine at Ben’s long table degustation dinner to conclude the tour.
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Find out more about  Food by Ben

GHOST ROCK

Ghost Rock is a family-owned business located on the central north coast of Tasmania, 15 minutes from Devonport and an hour from Launceston. The region has come along in leaps and bounds, both as a wine region and food tourism destination. The area is home to a labyrinth of local producers crafting just about everything from honey to chocolate, cheese, salmon, cider and wine. ​Ghost Rock’s cellar door overlooks their vineyard, with striking views of Bass Strait and the rolling patchwork of surrounding hills.

Find out more about  Ghost Rock

HILL STREET GROCER

The Hill Street story is one of pride and hard work. This family-owned and operated gourmet grocery store specialises in the best of everything – from the freshest fruit and vegetables and premium deli goods, to locally-grown free-range meat and dairy products and specialist breads and cakes. Add to this a beautiful range of homewares and in-house florists (at the West Hobart and Devonport stores) and a selection of fine Tasmanian liquor (at selected stores), and you have a range like nowhere else. Hill Street sources the majority of its produce locally, supporting the local growers and producers, which has a direct positive impact on both the community and the environment alike. Find Hill Street Grocer in Devonport and Latrobe.

Find out more about Hill Street Grocer

PROVIDORE PLACE

Providore Place is a meeting place, showcasing the North West region and connecting the city with nearby farms. Meet locals every Sunday between 10am and 2pm at the market and enjoy fresh produce, entertainment, and flavours of the coast. Visit the TV studio and see Ben Milbourne in action or take part in one of the events, concerts or current expos. Book a foraging tour, cooking class or gin-making adventure and enjoy Southern Wild Distillery hospitality. Family friendly and all weather suited, make Providore Place your meeting locale.

Visit them at 13–17 Oldaker Street, Devonport Open 7 days a week, early ‘til late
Find them at their website

SPIRIT BAR TASMANIA

Tasmania is fast becoming known for producing some of the best and most highly-awarded whisky, gin and vodka in the world. At Spirit Bar you’ll find only the finest selection of Tasmanian spirits, craft beers, ciders and wines. Featuring only Tasmanian products, Spirit Bar Tasmania gives you the ultimate Tasmanian experience. With an extensive menu of charcuterie platters and other tasty dishes, Spirit Bar Tasmania has something for anyone who is a lover of all things Tasmanian fine food and beverage.
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Find them at 14 Cattley Street, Burnie or call 0427 492 625
Visit their website