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Strawberry, Rhubarb and Moscato Trifles
Summer is the perfect season to make this showstopping dessert. It’s a great way to show off our Pig & d’Pooch Moscato as well as the abundance of strawberries and rhubarb that’s available this time of year. Inspired by Raspberri Cupcakes recipe, these amazing...
Tasmania’s Best Waterfalls
Tasmania certainly punches above its weight when it comes to spectacular waterfalls, and you only need to visit Instagram to see why. Take a look at any map and it’s clear that our little island state is an ideal destination for anyone who loves the drama and beauty...
Best Breakfasts in Launceston
Breakfast – it’s long been said that it’s the most important meal of the day, and we have to agree. When we have time (which is not as often as we’d like), we love settling in with a juice, a good cup of coffee and something we’ve not hastily thrown together ourselves...
Barbecued asparagus with lemon, feta and mint
At Holm Oak Vineyards, we have an abundance of asparagus growing in our Sauvignon Blanc garden, as well as lots of lemons and mint too. With our house under construction at the minute, this easy and delicious recipe is our go-to for a perfect BBQ lunch.
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 to...
Natural wine – a winemaker’s view
People often ask me the question, “What is a natural wine?” and it’s a good one. As far as I’m aware, there is no legal definition for this, so you need to rely on the honesty of the producer as to what they have (or in most cases, haven’t) done to the wine. ...
What makes Tasmanian Pinot Noir similar to the world’s finest Burgundies?
Pinot noir, considered by some to be the most ethereal and elegant of all red wine styles, is crafted with finesse in several of the world’s finest wine growing regions. When you think of great pinot noir, the old world wines of Burgundy usually spring to mind. While...
Beetroot and goat’s cheese tart
We have some delicious local goat's cheese from Rod Wyker's Southern Sky Cheese company in Invermay and with spring in the air we can imagine enjoying this tart with a glass of rose on the verandah. Ingredients 1 bunch beetroot (about 400g), trimmed 30g unsalted...
Launceston’s Best New Restaurants to Discover
Launceston is a bustling hub of restaurants and bars. If you’re on the lookout for somewhere new and delicious to try, there’s an impressive array of recently opened venues around the city. Here are a handful of new restaurants and bars we heartily recommend.
Family Fun in Tasmania! Guide to the School Holidays
With our own two young boys, we’re often exploring new places to visit in Launceston. We’ve shared some of our own favourite hotspots to explore, eat and play – fun for all the family!
Roast Rack of Lamb with Potatoes
The perfect winter warmer, this lamb roast recipe is a guaranteed crowd pleaser for a cold evening.
The Importance of Oak in Winemaking
Holm Oak winemaker Bec Duffy explores why oak still plays such an important role in the winemaking process, and more particularly, how and why we choose what style of oak we use at Holm Oak.
Meet the Duffys
Holm Oak is the labour of love of dynamic duo, Bec Duffy and her husband Tim Duffy. Since 2006, they have followed their dream of crafting delicious expressions of cool-climate Tasmanian wines. Bec is the winemaker and Tim is viticulturist.
