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Nola James

Nola James is a Tasmania-based writer whose work involves eating, drinking and sleeping at every opportunity. She will happily help you choose the perfect wine.

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The Elite Brekkie Muffin at Hobart Bakery Six Russell Puts Macca’s on Notice
Food & Drink
The Elite Brekkie Muffin at Hobart Bakery Six Russell Puts Macca’s on Notice
The teams behind Dier Makr and Me Wah have opened a fine-dining inspired bakery with slow-fermented sourdough loaves and fancy viennoiseries. Soon, it’ll double as a bistro serving mod-Oz fare and Martinis three ways.
Would You Eat a Cane Toad? A New TV Show Wants Us To Reconsider How We View Invasive Species
Entertainment
Would You Eat a Cane Toad? A New TV Show Wants Us To Reconsider How We View Invasive Species
Tony Armstrong teams up with Mona’s Kirsha Kaechele and Tasmanian chef Vince Trim for a new ABC series on problematic proteins, including rabbit and camel.
Still at Freycinet Brings Nordic Style to Tasmania’s East Coast
Travel
Still at Freycinet Brings Nordic Style to Tasmania’s East Coast
Watch the sun set over Sandpiper Beach from your private sauna at this luxurious beachside retreat, plus Maria Island views, a firepit and a full chef’s kitchen – including a private chef.
Farewell, Tom McHugo’s, the Genre-Defying Hobart Watering Hole
Food & Drink
Farewell, Tom McHugo’s, the Genre-Defying Hobart Watering Hole
With its clear-cut ethical approach, dedication to provenance and clever way with ingredients, Tom McHugo’s has “always been more than a pub” since launching in 2016. Ahead of its final service, friends, staff and suppliers reflect on its legacy.
Alquimie Goes to Print (and Pops Up Too)
Food & Drink
Alquimie Goes to Print (and Pops Up Too)
Get your paws on the first issue of drinks periodical Alquimie and hot foot it to their pop-up bar, pronto.
Alquimie Goes to Print
Food & Drink
Alquimie Goes to Print
Get your paws on the first issue of drinks periodical, Alquimie.
Bistro, Okay?
Food & Drink
Bistro, Okay?
The culinary evolution of Smith Street continues with the addition of modern Korean eating house Bistro K.
Soup With Soul
Food & Drink
Soup With Soul
Brave the cold weather for a satisfying soup.
Rosa’s New Kitchen
Food & Drink
Rosa’s New Kitchen
Rosa Mitchell opens a long-awaited city venture in Punch Lane.
Enter the Larder Section
Food & Drink
Enter the Larder Section
A new city sandwich and salad bar with a menu full of revered producers.