Gardening guru’s move to ditch suburban life pays off
Former TV gardener Tino Carnevale is enjoying a quiet existence on the Tasman Peninsula and says ditching suburban life for country living has turned out to be one of his best decisions yet.
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Little laneway eatery is a delight
Devonport’s Pam’s Bottles & Cups is a terrific little wine bar whose focus is more about “food with booze” rather than “booze with food”, writes Alix Davis
The Tassie family who struck black gold named in coveted foodie list
The first family of Australian black truffles the Terrys – who welcome visitors to help unearth their precious fungi – has been recognised in offering one of Australia’s top-100 food experiences
Is this Hobart’s cutest historic property?
Lovingly restored from its 1857 origins, this South Hobart cottage oozes character and charm. Thanks to the retention of many original features guests are transported to 19th century Hobart
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Tassie cyclist Georgia Baker’s secret weapon for Olympic success
Tassie cyclist Georgia Baker hopes a custom pair of shoes, painted by a Tasmanian artist, will provide a special connection to her late father and be her secret weapon for clinching Olympic gold.
How to tackle phone addiction, find calm and beat the winter chill
A fast and furious decade of political life and parenting led Larissa Bartlett to find calm through mindfulness. The teacher and researcher now brings her expertise to Beaker Street Festival
Hobart ‘cafe crema’ of the crop with delicious, affordable offerings
For an inexpensive, tasty brunch or lunch option, that’s easily accessible, this pocket-sized Hobart cafe is well worth bookmarking, writes TasWeekend’s Alix Davis.
SNEAK PEEK: New exhibition reveals heartfelt stories of Tasmania’s Chinese community
Many of us know little about Tasmania’s Chinese history despite 2 per cent of our population having Chinese ancestry. An emotive new TMAG exhibition hopes to change that. SNEAK PEEK>>
Good, bad or ugly? What’s really in your milk
Most people either love it or hate it – but what’s really in your milk?
New Hobart CBD deli’s sangers are a cut above
If you’re a sandwich lover – and if you’re not, you will be after trying one of these – you should head to this new Hobart eatery, as both the food and service are outstanding, writes Alix Davis
‘Sumptuous colour’: rare Gauguin masterpieces you can’t miss
Vincent van Gogh sliced off part of his ear after quarrelling with Paul Gauguin – but the artists’ complex friendship inspired one of the standout works in a new Australian exhibition. WATCH THE VIDEO
Uber cool, cosy inner-city wine bar lives up to the hype
Even though this inner-city wine bar is outside my normal reviewing area, a recent trip offered an opportunity that was too good to miss and I wasn’t disappointed, writes Alix Davis
Dance sensation Lily Cornish set to wow on stage and screen
On TV screens and stages around the world, Tasmanian professional ballroom dancer Lily Cornish will dance her heart out in 2024, including a gig in Hobart. WHERE TO SEE HER >>
Check out Tassie’s latest luxury eco-friendly lodge
A weekend away at this new accommodation offering, with its peaceful setting, comfy lodgings – as well as a wood-fired sauna – was the ideal way to relax and rejuvenate, writes Kirsty Eade
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