Stanley Forage Festival

01st June 2024

15-18th May 2025

The Stanley & Tarkine Forage Festival is a vibrant celebration of Tasmania's north-western region, showcasing its rich culinary heritage and natural beauty. Held annually in the picturesque town of Stanley, this festival invites food enthusiasts and adventurers alike to immerse themselves in a diverse array of gastronomic and cultural experiences.

Festival Highlights:
- Stanley Street Feast: Experience the local buzz as the main street of Stanley transforms into a lively open-air dining venue, featuring an array of stalls offering fresh, locally sourced delicacies.Taste
- The Region Dinners: Indulge in multi-course meals curated by renowned chefs, each dish highlighting the unique flavors and produce of the region.
- Foraging Adventures: Embark on guided tours into the wilds of the Tarkine, learning to identify and harvest edible plants and mushrooms, and gaining insights into sustainable foraging practices.
- The Nut Summit Events: Take a chairlift to the summit of The Nut, Stanley's iconic volcanic formation, and enjoy exclusive events set against panoramic views of the coastline.


Here are three must-visit foodie locations between Smithton and Stanley in the far North West.

1. Hursey Seafoods

The fully-licensed restaurant menu features Southern Rock Lobster, scallops, oysters and other seasonally available fresh seafood, as well as local beer and wine.

2. Tarkine Fresh Oysters

Dive into the taste of a pristine environment at Tarkine Fresh Oysters café in Smithton! Sip premium Tasmanian wine or beer paired with gold-medal-winning oysters, fresh from the world’s purest waters.

3. La Cantara Cheeses

Located just out of Smithton, in Tassie’s lush dairy heartland, you’ll find two producers crafting artisan Venezuelan and European style cheeses that are a testament to sustainable farming, animal welfare, and, most importantly, your taste buds’ happiness.

Plan your next road trip now with BIG4 Stanley as your base.

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