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Lamb Shoulder with Caramelised Shallot Recipe

This tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shoulder is slow-cooked to perfection. It pairs perfectly with our Cabernet Franc or Cabernet Merlot. Go on and treat yourself.

Tasmania’s Coolest Winter Highlights

Tasmania truly is a winter wonderland, from the drama and beauty of the season, to its vibrant festivals and warm, welcoming cellar doors. Winter’s chill is the perfect opportunity to rug up and explore, and there’s no better excuse to...

An AFL Fan’s Weekend Guide to Launceston in 2025

The AFL is heading to Launceston and there’s much to discover if you’re heading down to the Apple Isle for a game. It’s no secret that the Duffy family are avid AFL fans. We share our top tips of what to do whilst you are in the area.

Hot spots! Best Bars and Restaurants with Fireplaces in Launceston

Tasmania is cold in winter time, there’s no denying that! But there’s often nothing finer than cosying up by an open fire with a superb red wine in hand. Our Holm Oak Cellar Door has a toasty fireplace that’s enjoyed...

A bottle of Holm Oak Estate Chardonnay with two glasses of wine poured

What is chardonnay?

Chardonnay is a white grape variety that originated in the Burgundy wine region of France. It is a variety that is grown widely across all regions of Australia. Is chardonnay sweet or dry? Chardonnay is generally categorised as a dry...

Two bowls of creamy mushroom soup with croutons

Creamy mushroom and brie soup with homemade croutons

This rich and creamy mushroom and brie soup is packed with flavour, featuring a mix of mushrooms, leeks, and a touch of sherry. Served with crispy parmesan croutons, it’s the perfect comfort food for cooler days. Try this easy recipe with a glass of Holm Oak Pinot Noir.

Launceston’s best restaurants to discover

If you’re keen to discover Launceston’s best restaurants, there’s an impressive selection to choose from in this northern Tasmanian city. To get you started, here are six of the best bars and restaurants in Launceston to put on your itinerary...

Hobart dining hotspots – Your guide to the best restaurants

Hobart is quickly garnering a reputation for great quality food. With unique local produce, world-class wine lists and talented chefs defecting to Tasmania from the mainland, it’s now a must-visit foodie destination. New restaurants are opening regularly and old favourites...

Foodie’s guide to Launceston and beyond

Long known as ‘the Apple Isle’, Tasmania is renowned for its pristine waterways, clean air and rich array of produce, harvested from its bountiful orchards, lush pastures, brimming lakes and coastline. From a local perspective, we know that food-loving visitors...

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