Tried and Tested Tasmania's East Coast

Food

1. Kate's Berry Farm, Swansea

Well worth the pit stop for its über delicious and creamy home-made ice creams. Their berry jams are just the right balance of saccharine and tartness. In the shop, there is a counter where you can grab a taster spoon and start sampling the interesting variety of jams.
The scones are just so-so, I prefer mine with more substance and less airy, served with clotted cream, not whipped.
Propped on higher ground, the views of wild daisies, crops and the ocean beyond while you relax and feast are a real bonus.

Location: Spot the sign on the way to Swansea.


2. Bark Mill Tavern & Bakery, Swansea
A good place to get hearty pub grub - burgers, lamb shank, fish & chips, pasta and the likes. The chunky fries are commendable, while the rest of the dishes deserve a reasonable 6/10 rating.


Location: spot the sign on the way to Swansea.








3. Hog's Breath Cafe, Hobart

"The best a steak can get." And I agree. You'd think they would name a steak house Cow instead of Hog but otherwise everything about this place rocks. With such good meat, you'd always be thankful for their huge portions.


Location: 2 Macquarie St.






Accomodation

1. Edinburgh Gallery B&B, Hobart
This place reminds me of art school. The simple kitchen benches, the colourful brochures, the leopard skin upholstery, the collection of quirky, contemporary art placed between retro furniture. At A$160 for 4 persons in a family room, this place is very affordable and meets all our expectations of a clean and kempt B&B.

Location: 211 Macquarie St




2. Old Tram Road, Bicheno
This was such a fab place we didn't want to move anywhere else for the rest of our trip.
Perks: the beautifully manicured garden; accessibility - a private path that heads straight to a sandy white beach; the helpful and friendly host, the port and chocolates and the gourmet breakfast!
They have 2 cosy, country-style furnished rooms available. If possible get the bigger one with a sofa and direct access to the gardens, it's better!




Any other suggestions to try and test in Tasmania's East Coast?