Trinidad Roldan Rojas was four when her family fled political persecution in Chile to start a new life in Tasmania. The talented artisan now creates bold jewellery inspired by the state’s beauty.
Twenty years ago, Neil Cameron launched a festival to enliven Tassie’s winter. He never imagined just how much Festival of Voices would change his life and transform the state’s cultural landscape
Four-course, hook-to-plate dinner is a toast to sustainable fishing and winemaking, as well as our Tasmanian way of life – all to coincide with a celebration of the Off Season – writes Alix Davis
“This house is fancy,” my eight-year-old exclaimed, eyes wide as we stepped inside the luxury two-storey Stanley villa that would be our home for two nights. “Is this how millionaires live?”
A stay on Three Hummock Island offers something truly rare: an island sanctuary where simplicity reigns and every moment feels deeply earned, writes Sarah Fitzpatrick
The flavours of Vietnam at this new Harrington St restaurant are both finely nuanced and robust and this menu offers a delicious selection that showcases them well, writes Alix Davis
She’s performed alongside award-winning musos Thelma Plum and Lucky Oceans and was mentored by Kate Miller-Heidke. Now Tassie’s Kaytlyn Johnson launches an exciting new music project
Our evening at this relatively new eatery was delightful, and it’s wonderful to see one of the world’s great cuisines given a more sophisticated treatment and presentation, writes Alix Davis
They came to Tassie from Sydney and fell in love with our island state – now Susan Angel and Rod McFarland are showcasing their impressive but difficult home renovation on a popular TV series
Beachside dining is often a burger type of arrangement, so to have access to food this good, with a killer location, is a rare find, writes Alix Davis.
She’s been declared a “name you need to know in Australian art”, landing a major award, multiple exhibitions and a Paris residency. But Tassie’s Marion Abraham never expected to become a painter.
Dinner at this new Sandy Bay eatery is a casual but chic affair with a cohesive menu and friendly staff, writes Alix Davis.
After being given a second chance at life, Tasmanian author and cancer survivor Andrew Darby decided to venture deep into the wilderness to write a book about Tassie’s ancient trees.
Meals at this new Marion Bay eatery are a combo of Tasmanian produce, French culinary techniques and Scottish heritage. And yes it’s fancy, but with a relaxed vibe, writes Alix Davis
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