Tasmanian food news, gossip, and wild speculation!

The Standard has announced it will be reopening at a new location at the top end of Liverpool Street, complete with rooftop bar.

Evolve Spirits Bar is hosting a Nikka Whisky Masterclass on the 13th of August. Whisky Expert and Nikka Ambassador, Kevin Griffin, will showcase his picks from Nikka’s award-winning whisky range including a signature cocktail on arrival, a flight of Nikka whiskies and matched nibbles. Tickets are $70pp with a maximum of 20 guests. To book or for more information, email emma.devlin@macq01.com.au or call 6210 7658.

Greek cafe Filos has closed in the mall. It’s sister restaurant Filoxenia will continue to operate.

Irish Murphy’s in Salamanca is offering half a dozen oysters and a pint of Guinness on Sunday’s for $20.

Belles Burgers has reopened it’s South Hobart store as Belles Pizzeria serving up pizzas and sides Tuesday – Saturday from 5pm.

The Lounge by Frogmore Creek is planning a lavish New Years Event. Earlybird tickets are $280pp all inclusive and available here.

 

Little Lotus Cafe has opened in Victoria Street serving vegetarian and vegan dishes utilising a mix of organic and local produce.

Tasmanian Whisky Week is nearly here! Running 12th-18th of August with events throughout the state.

Pilgrim’s Progress has reopened as Pilgrim Pies, open 24hrs slinging coffee and pastries.

Mint have taken up residency at Farmgate Market.

Bento Paradise has opened in Liverpool Street.

Chefs Oli Mellers, Terry Barrett, Craig Will and André Kropp are teaming up for Variety of Chefs hosted by Variety the Children’s Charity TAS. on the 14th of September. Tickets are $180 and include a four course degustation menu, premium Tasmanian wines, and live entertainment. Tickets are available here.

Royalty Sky Hotpot has opened downstairs in the Elizabeth Street Mall.

Lizzie and Lefroy is the newest addition to the North Hobart strip, taking over from Fish 349.

Artisans Imago Bakery & Patisserie have closed their retail store in Elizabeth St to concentrate on their wholesale and online ordering business.

Bar Wa Izakaya has announced an Okonomiyaki Festival, with six different flavours over six weeks. Full details are here.

Mr T Group has joined Hobart’s exploding bubble tea scene, opening in the Mall.

The Wood Fiery Redhead returns with another food van pop up in Bellerive on the 9th of August. Full details here.

Bellerive Yacht Club is throwing a Fathers Day Boardwalk Party on the 1st of September with fire pits, spit roast, charcoal BBQ, BYC burger bar, loaded fries station, drinks, and much more. Donations will raise money for Stay Chatty, event details are here.

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