An almost 200-year-old former boot repair shop might seem an unlikely candidate for a contemporary European bistro in the heart of Hobart, but its recent makeover and Italian chef have catalysed a transformation into Euro-inspired Hampden Bar & Bistro.

From cafés to wineries and some local institutions, here’s our list of the best family-friendly places to eat out in greater Hobart.

A whisper on the community grapevine inspired an opportunistic approach to acquiring a dream property for this north-west Tasmanian family. 

The festive season is not far away, with its promises of over-indulgence, love, and - of course - gifts. Here’s Art & Design Sub-Editor Elliott Nimmo’s round-up of the Tasmanian artists, designers and local stores serving the sweetest gifts in November.

Exclusively made in lutruwita/Tasmania or stocked at Tassie-owned stores around the island, share the local love this Christmas for $250 and under.

Exclusively made in lutruwita/Tasmania or stocked at Tassie-owned stores around the island, share the local love this Christmas for $150 and under.

Exclusively made in lutruwita/Tasmania or stocked at Tassie-owned stores around the island, share the local love this Christmas for $100 and under.

Exclusively made in lutruwita/Tasmania or stocked at Tassie-owned stores around the island, share the local love this Christmas for $50 and under.

Stillwater co-owner and sommelier James Welsh knows a thing or two about wine and the experience that our local winemakers have created at their cellar doors. Here, he shares his guide to some of the most summer afternoon-worthy winery visits in Launceston and surrounds, and the not-to-be-missed eats and drinks while you’re there.

Lured across Bass Strait by bush and beach in equal measure, a natural creative has found her happy place in mid-town Hobart.

The performing arts have taken Rochelle de Vries on adventures all over the world, but only Tasmania’s managed to keep her in one place for long. 

Tasmania! Summer! Thought the words couldn’t co-exist? Think again. The temperatures are warming up (admittedly, only to an average somewhere around the high 20s) and Tasmanian limbs are coming out to play. Make like a heatwave and sizzle in these summer fashion pieces.

Tasmania! Summer! Thought the words couldn’t co-exist? Think again. The temperatures are warming up (admittedly, only to an average somewhere around the high 20s) and Tasmanian limbs are coming out to play. Make like a heatwave and sizzle in these summer fashion pieces.

The path to a career in fine food and wine had an unlikely starting point for the Restaurant Manager at two of Hobart’s most celebrated restaurants.

A new dining and coffee venue in Hobart has harnessed its light-filled Battery Point location to bring light and positivity through nourishing food and specialty coffee.

There’s few better ways to wash down some of the state’s best food than with an equally excellent cocktail at one of Launceston’s bars - here’s our pick of the best. 

Christian Ryan's signature dessert at Restaurant MARIA was inspired by his own travel experience in the Mediterranean - he tells the story here.

Every month, Art & Design Sub-Editor Elliott Nimmo brings his round-up of the artists and designers to watch (and invest in) in lutruwita/Tasmania right now. Here’s what’s hot in October.

No matter which region of the state you're visiting, there's a place to stay that takes it environmental responsibility as seriously as you take a good sleep. Here's our picks.

Spring weather is unpredictable in Tasmania, so every parent needs a black book of indoor activities to keep the kids busy. Here are our go-tos.