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I popped along recently to find out all about Bohemian Beauty, and why it’s such a popular place to get pampered. As soon as you walk through the door you are greeted by the beautiful Silvia and feel immediately at ease in the warm and friendly surroundings. I was treated to one of her signature pedicures.  As I settled into a comfy chair, I found out all about the business.

Michelle gets pampered with a pedicure at Bohemian Beauty in Ulverstone

Bohemian Beauty: Silvia Bell

by Michelle Kneipp Pegler

Bohemian Beauty is a beauty salon in Ulverstone, in the north west coast region of Tasmania. Owner Silvia Bell is originally from the Czech Republic, also known as Bohemia. I love that association within the business name; I think it works very well.

Silvia Bell, owner of Bohemian Beauty, has a stylish salon in Ulverstone

Silvia Bell started her successful beauty business from her home in Western Australia and then after relocating to Tasmania continued to offer beauty services from her home in Ulverstone. She has over 20 years of experience gained both overseas and in Australia. After twelve years of successful home-based business, Silvia desired to take it to the next level and opened her store at 30 King Edward Street, Ulverstone.

Silvia originally built up her clientele on the great pedicures and manicures she offered. Word got out how wonderful they were. My pedicure started with a warm and refreshing soak.  Then my toe nails were clipped, cuticles cut and all dead skin removed; then finished off with a moisturiser and a lovely nail polish. New nail files are used each time for hand and feet treatments and stainless steel bowls are used, as they do not harbour germs. Everything is very professional at Bohemian Beauty.

Silvia works her magic on Michelle's feet with a pedicure at Bohemian Beauty

Manicures, Pedicures and More…

Along with the pedicures and manicures offered, there are also hand treatments and nail treatments. There’s eyebrow shape, wax and tinting and eyelash tint and extensions as well. A number of facial treatments are available…

• Teen Solution Facial
• Total Relaxation
• Lactic Peels
• Specialised Ultraceuticals Facial (using the Australian brand skin care product)

Bohemian Beauty is also the first salon on the north west coast to be able to optimise the absorption of active ingredients into the skin using ultrasonic vibrations. They also do spray tans using the product Fake Bake. All your waxing requirements are available here too. They use only the best quality products for all their services.

Silvia stocks of a range of up-to-date products at Bohemian Beauty

Up-to-Date Pampering Treatments…

Silvia constantly keeps up with all the new treatments available. Now available at Bohemian Beauty…

• semi-permanent eyebrow enhancement, or cosmetic tattooing
  (no more pencils, re-application or unevenness)
• Diamond Tip Microdermabrasion, a non-surgical, safe and
  gentle procedure that exfoliates and polishes the skin
• Myscara, a semi-permanent mascara that lasts up to 2 weeks
• Lash in a Flash, a full set of eyelash extensions
• Tooth Gems, enhance your smile with a rhinestone!

They are also retail stockists of Ultraceuticals homecare range; Kryolan professional make-up; Pelactiv homecare range; Magneteyes (collagen/algae eye pads) and a wide selection of OPI nail varnishes including mini collections.

Silvia stocks only the best products in her Bohemian Beauty Salon in Ulverstone

Bohemian Beauty has lots of promotions and great offers throughout the year.
You can keep updated with specials by liking the Bohemian Beauty Facebook
page and you can make bookings by calling (03) 6425 9691 or 0419 950 866.
Gift vouchers are available for an extra special gift. Opening hours are:
Monday-Friday 9.00 am–5.30 pm (later on Wednesdays and
Thursdays) and Saturdays by appointment.

As for my pedicure… all I can say is my feet haven’t felt or looked so good in a long time!  We all need a little pampering once in a while and this is definitely the place to go for a professional and personal touch.  You will definitely feel like a Bohemian Beauty after having a treatment here.

Bohemian Beauty have professional staff and maintain high standards of service

Michelle Kneipp Pegler writes a blog called Leven River Farm
as well as articles like this about the north west coast of Tasmania.
If you’d like Michelle to visit you, please contact Think Tasmania.

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Map: Bohemian Beauty, Ulverstone Tasmania…

Latrobe Fine Art Gallery, Tasmania

by Lorraine McNeair

When you first walk through the door of the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery you are embraced by a world of vibrant colours and soft hues.  The glassware (in jewellery and decorative objects) is amazingly bright or softly subdued.  The paintings on the wall are diverse, including those by owner Beverley Skurulis, whose unique paintings are displayed along with work by other Tasmanian artists.

Oil painting titled A Stormy Day in Stanley by Beverley Skurulis, Latrobe Fine Art Gallery

Pam's Plate ~ a glass piece from the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery in Tasmania

Interesting History and Art in Latrobe

Indeed, all of the wonderful art objects in this gallery are Tasmanian.  The building in which the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery is situated at 41-41a Gilbert Street has an interesting history, having been used by many different occupants.  The building is C1865 and has been Nathan’s Store and residence, the Mistletoe Lodge (United Order of Druids), a photographic studio, a public hall, a bank, a post office and a place for band practice.

Found at 41 Gilbert Street, the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery building has an interesting history

The Latrobe Fine Art Gallery sells a selection of glass art, including jewellery

As well as the building’s history being extremely interesting, you will find Beverley Skurulis a very interesting lady.  You will leave the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery enriched by the experience.  Latrobe Fine Art Gallery has a website with information about the artwork and a store with items for sale.  For more information phone: 036426 2931 or 0407 581 796 or email Beverley Skurulis.

Beverley Skurulis, owner of the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery

We received the following message from Penny Skurulis-Winter inviting us to visit Latrobe Fine Art Gallery…

Hi
I have been following Think Tasmania on Facebook for quite a while now and really look forward to reading about where you have been.  I was wondering if you would at some stage like to drop into the Latrobe Fine Art Gallery in Latrobe.  We are at 41 Gilbert Street, Latrobe and have renovated an original 1864 house that was once the town hall, a photographic studio, a bank, a bric-a-brac shop and now an exclusively Tasmanian wares gallery.

As Tasmania has so many clever people, we don’t need to go anywhere else to fill the gallery, and we pride ourselves on our approach to tasteful and clever things and the people that create them.  You can visit our website or our Facebook page at Latrobe Fine Art Gallery or better still on your travels drop in to say hello.
Thank-you
Penny

Jewellery made by Penny Skurulis-Winter, of Latrobe Fine Art Gallery

We appreciate all the support and requests we receive from our readers and followers, and do try to cover as much territory as humanly possible.  Given Think Tasmania is an independent and fully self-funded website, we have to co-ordinate times and a budget for travel.  We were able to expedite this article when Lorraine volunteered to research and report back about places in and around her home town of Latrobe.

Vibrant jewellery art sold at 41 Gilbert Street, Latrobe Fine Art Gallery

Lorraine McNeair is a volunteer with the Latrobe Information Centre.
She is a writer, photographer, poet and artist, and is passionate about
sharing all the interesting things she knows about Tasmania.

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Map: Latrobe Fine Art Gallery, Latrobe Tasmania…

Delish Fine Foods is a delicatessen and cafe in Wivenhoe, a suburb of Burnie in the north west of Tasmania.  We stayed in the region during the Burnie International earlier in the year, and heard Delish did a respectable gourmet breakfast.  So of course, we had to find out for ourselves if that was true.  Turns out, we can confidently recommend the place to you, because the breakfast was first class.

Delish Fine Foods is part of a small shopping strip in Wivenhoe (east Burnie)

Delish Fine Foods Indeed!

Getting back to my childhood and memories of Dr Seuss books, I ordered the Green Eggs and Ham.  I don’t think it would be overstating things to say these were the best scrambled eggs I’ve ever eaten.  Soft and creamy, and combined with pesto (hence the green), they were served with freshly baked bread and a balsamic dressing.  Two things I’d like to point out though: they tasted much better than my photo makes them look; and the serve was very generous.

Gavin ordered Panini with fried eggs, Wursthaus bacon and bell pepper relish, and was equally impressed.  One of the crash test dummies decided to order lasagna and salad.  Yes, I know I said breakfast, but this junior likes to rise much earlier than the rest of us and eat straight away.  So for him, it probably was almost lunch time!  Whatever the meal, he was pretty happy with his choice.  He wasn’t all that keen to share a taste-test of the pasta, but the salad he was quite generous with!  The dressing (again) was perfect.

Gourmet breakfast (and lunch for some!) from Delish Fine Foods in Burnie

Wivenhoe Burnie: All the Essentials

Delish Fine Foods is on the main road, driving into Burnie from the coastal town of Penguin (a lovely place about 15kms to the east).  The cafe is located in a small shopping strip in Wivenhoe with a bakery and fish n chip shop… and maybe even a butcher?  Yes, definitely a butcher, with a fruit and veg shop nearby too.

They have a good view out to Bass Strait and towards the Burnie port, where cruise ship The Volendam was parked for the day.  Its passengers were visiting some of the attractions around the area, including Wings Wildlife Park and we snapped a photo to share on Facebook with Megan and Tracey Wing.

The Volendam cruise ship docked in Burnie in the north west of Tasmania

The staff were friendly and efficient; some were busy preparing platters to go off-site with cheese, deli meats and crackers.  We found out later those very platters were bound for the corporates at the Burnie International.  Lucky devils!  But anyone can enjoy a take-away culinary experience from the Delish Fine Foods delicatessen.  They have a substantial providore with a selection including local and imported cheeses, small-goods, chocolates, sweets, preserves, spices and pasta.

Delish Fine Foods: providore, cafe and delicatessen all rolled into one

And for those of you hanging on my every word, waiting for the verdict on the coffee…  our official caffeine junkie proclaimed the Jasper coffee from Delish Fine Foods would rate among the best in Tasmania.  Geez, we’ve given them a big wrap, haven’t we?  Yes we have, and we’ll definitely be making our way back there on our next trip to the north west coast in June.

The Burnie Farmers Market is also in Wivenhoe every second Saturday,
but that’s a story for another day.  Access to the market is from
Anglesea Street, just around the corner from the Delish Fine Foods
shopping centre. So if you play your cards right, you could combine
the two; have a really big day and eat and drink your way around Burnie!

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Map: Delish Fine Foods, Wivenhoe Tasmania…

Teddies on the Green is a cute place to shop.  It’s a cottage filled with teddy bears and golliwogs on the village green in the historic township of Richmond in the Coal River Valley region of Tasmania.

Gorgeous golliwogs at Teddies on the Green in Richmond Tasmania

Teddies on the Green: Ready, Set, Go!

Toni, the owner of Teddies on the Green, follows Think Tasmania on Facebook.  In the past, she’s offered a special deal to readers looking to buy their own fluffy bear.  So we thought it was only right that we call in to visit during a day trip to Richmond.  And of course, we were pretty keen to see some of the gorgeous creatures she has in her store.

Toni, the owner of Teddies on the Green in Richmond, with one of the Charlie Bears

Signs point the way to the aptly named Teddies on the Green in the centre of the Richmond village.  From the outside, you can’t imagine the delights hidden inside Millers Cottage, the bears’ tiny home.  Several rooms, with low ceilings like a cubby house, stacked with cuddly teddy bears and supplies for bear-makers.

Teddies on the Green attracts the tourists that visit Richmond in Tasmania

Millers Cottage is in the centre of the village green in Richmond, Tasmania

Charlie Bears, Paddington Bears, Hand-made Bears…

According to Toni, the most popular of all her teddies are the Charlie Bears.  And when you see them, you’ll understand why.  They have such lifelike little faces, with expressions that plead for a cuddle.  They all have their own names, and the panda called Xena was my favourite.

The adorable Charlie Bears are sold at Teddies on the Green in Richmond

Teddies on the Green have something for everyone in a range of prices.  From rabbits poised to hold chocolate eggs at Easter, through to colourful monsters, baby presents and Paddington Bears.  There’s also a selection of collectible teddy bears handmade in Tasmania.

Little monsters for the little monster in your life! From Teddies on the Green, Richmond

Paddington Bear, an all-time favourite, is also sold at Teddies on the Green

Millers Cottage: Business for Sale

Toni handles the bears as if they were babies, gently fluffing their fur and arranging them in position on the shelves.  Teddies on the Green is for sale, and it’s clearly going to be a sad day when the keys are handed over to the new owner.

The shop was opened over 16 years ago, and Toni has been caring for the bears for the last few years.  The sale is only due to ill-health, and Toni hopes someone with a passion equal to her own takes her place in the gorgeous Millers Cottage.

We hope so too!

For more information about Teddies on the Green, visit their website
or follow Teddies on the Green on Facebook.  Toni usually opens Millers
Cottage seven days, but to confirm opening times, phone 0406 311 035.

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Map: Teddies on the Green, Richmond Tasmania…

Tasmanian artist Sarah Woodward resides in the beautiful southern beaches
area and creates sought-after ceramic jewellery and one-off mosaics for the
home and garden.  Working from her aptly named Sea Soul Studio at the
bottom of the garden, Sarah produces pieces which are always beautiful and
occasionally surprising.  Possessing a perfectionist’s eye for detail,
married with a bohemian spirit, Sarah’s artworks are truly unique.

Some of the unique clay art made by Sarah Woodward at Sea Soul Studio

Sarah creates jewellery in fine porcelain clay, including the renowned Southern
Ice Porcelain.  Each piece is hand rolled, cut, textured, fired, sanded, glazed and
fired again.  Due to the handmade nature of each piece, no two are ever the
same, which makes them all the more special to her devoted customers.

Sarah Woodward… Mostly Thinks in Clay!

I have always been the creative sort.  Throughout my entire life, the debris from my latest creation has been pushed around the dinner table at meal times! I have (and continue to) dabble in many mediums, but when I took my first course in ceramics a little over two years ago… I knew I’d found my “thing”.

My sources of inspiration are many and varied.  It could be a texture on a piece of driftwood; or some eclectic find at a trash and treasure market that sparks a new idea.  One of my first (and still favourite) designs is that of the flower necklace and brooch.  They are entirely hand-formed in porcelain, then they undergo the normal two firings, sanding, and glazing procedure.  Then I like to apply a liquid gold or platinum lustre, and fire them a third time to create glistening treasures.

A favourite design of Sarah Woodward is one of her originals, the flower necklace

When I first started to experiment in Southern Ice Porcelain (a crisp, crystalline, pure white clay developed in Tasmania) I found it challenging.  But like anyone who has ventured this way, it was also totally entrancing.  I was intrigued by the idea of a contrast to it’s beautiful texture, which led me to develop my “stitched clouds” brooches.  I pierced small holes in the clay when it was still wet, and after firing, embellished with a blanket-stitch in bright embroidery thread.

Combining textures and techniques, Sarah Woodward designs unique jewellery art

My art is sometimes influenced by “people watching” and paying attention to what is happening in the “alternative” art and fashion scene.  I recently developed the “pedal power” brooches in response to the fact that you can hire a bike to cruise around the galleries of Hobart and the Salamanca Arts precinct!  I have several different bike designs, including a tricycle (but I think the one with the tassels on the handlebars is my favourite!).

Inspired by hiring bikes to ride around Hobart and the Salamanca Arts Precinct

Moving into Mosaics at Sea Soul Studio

The mosaics began after I spent time working with friends on a large-scale community project.  It satisfies my desire to recycle and justifies my compulsion to scour markets, tip shops and garage sales.  Not to mention that smashing things is rather therapeutic and, I think, a perfect balance to my fine, concentrated detail in ceramic work.

The large, decorative bowl pictured contains a stunning Wedgewood dinner plate as its main feature, which I can assure you was already chipped before I got to it!

Sarah Woodward is now making mosaics from her Sea Soul Studio workshop

Being a maker in Tasmania at this time is wonderful.  There are so many supportive people and events and so much talent to be inspired by.  My work can be found in Spacebar Gallery, Salamanca and I welcome commissions or special requests.

Contact Sarah Woodward via email or join her Sea Soul Studio Facebook page.

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Adore U was founded by Tasmanian designer Jasmine Shepherd.
Her resin jewellery is sold in upmarket retail outlets around the state
and online.  We think her work is stunning, and would make a fabulous
Tasmanian holiday souvenir (just the right size for hand-luggage!).
After a little gentle persuasion, Jasmine agreed to share her story with us!

Jasmine Shepherd: We Adore U!

I have lived in Tasmania since I was six, but it wasn’t until I lived in London for 18 months that I truly appreciated how lucky we are. Tasmania is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places to live in the world.  My name is Jasmine Shepherd; I am a loving mum of two-year-old Ollie, a wife and a business owner.

Jasmine Shepherd combines beautiful colours and patterns in her Adore U resin range

Tasmania is where I met my husband, purchased our house, had our baby, and it has always felt like home.  I remember travelling as a child and the excitement I used to feel as the flight came over this green, plush homeland.  Even back then I used to love the beauty!

Adore U is my business and as a designer I take great pride in promoting my products as “Handmade in Tasmania”.  There is something about saying “handmade in Tasmania” that says quality.  When we lived in London there were Tasmanian-made products in the local supermarket we went to, and I felt a huge amount of pride.  I didn’t know that one day it would be my products with the same quality label.

I started Adore U in April 2010 when my adorable son Ollie was just four months old.  The intention was never to start a business, but I love to keep busy and like to have a project on the go.  So when my little man was sleeping I would be busy starting what has turned out to be a really rewarding and successful business.

Adore U silver petal resin ring handmade in Tasmania by Jasmine Shepherd

Adore U was launched on a Facebook page; I had no expectations.  Friends started to like my page and then people I didn’t know.  When I look back now I have to giggle; it was so amateur, the photos were poor quality, the prices ridiculous.  There was so much to learn!  To be honest before I set up my page, I didn’t even know businesses were on Facebook but I soon fell into the swing of things and could not believe the power of networking online.  It was so exciting and before I knew it, orders were coming through from people I didn’t know… yay!

Handmade in Tasmania and Sold…

12 months ago we built a website for Adore U which has given us great exposure, including an online store.  People can now purchase our range worldwide.  Given the quality of our beautiful range we have been approached by some of Tasmania’s most exclusive boutiques and galleries.

•  Gallery Salamanca ~ 65 Salamanca Place, Hobart, Tasmania
  A beautiful gallery showcasing Australian, notably Tasmanian,
  artistic talent.  Located in the historical Salamanca, well worth
  a visit next time you are in the area.
• Aspect Design ~ 79 Salamanca Place, Hobart
  Featuring unique jewellery designs
• Lime Gifts ~ 145 Hobart Road, Launceston, Tasmania
  A fantastic place to shop when looking for something unique,
  or an exclusive gift for a friend and of course yourself.  Lime
  has that perfect gift or item for all areas of the home, including
  kitchen, garden, bathroom, general homewares as well as unique
  gifts. Located in Kings Meodows, Launceston Lime is loved by all.
• Saffire Freycinet ~ Coles Bay, Tasmania
  Saffire has just been named Top Luxury Accommadation at the
  Australian Tourism Awards.  It’s a premium boutique property
  that is truly in touch with the beauty and depth of nature.
  Staying at Saffire is an experience designed to enrich and uplift,
  giving a new perspective in this unique environment.
  A must visit for anyone travelling.
• Rosehip & Co Homeware and Gifts ~ Shop 8/50 Birdge Street,
  Richmond, Tasmania
  Tucked away in historical Richmond, this delightful boutique
  gift shop is a must see
• Scottsdale Arts and Framing ~ King Street, Scottsdale
  Welcomes patrons with the works of celebrated and emerging
  artists in warm, contemplative and contemporary surroundings
• Under the Oak ~ Ulverstone
  This new boutique is full of amazing Tasmanian handmade items,
  the range is extensive and the quality if fabulous.
  Take a peek if you’re in the area.

New to the Adore U range, Zero Degrees, remarkable jewellery handmade in Tasmania

Resin: Challenging but Beautiful

My husband is an amazing support.  He might regret it now but he introduced me to resin as a Christmas gift (he knows me well).  I was not really sure about it (and a little reluctant at first) but then I used it and quickly fell in love.  I’ve now included a large range of beautiful resin.  Resin is challenging to work with, the end results can be effected by so many things including temperature and humidity, not to mention a sneaky bit of dust or fibre from clothing.  But when you can perfect it, the outcomes are amazing.  Adore U resin pendants and rings are set in quality silver plated bezel settings and take approximately three days to complete.  We have recently started making personalised pendants which have been really popular for Christmas gifts and I am sure I will be kept very busy leading up to Mother’s Day.

I am always looking at ways to keep things fresh and new and when ideas keep coming back to me, I know I need to take action.  After falling in love with the tactile nature of sea glass, I have released our new Zero Degrees range.  These romantic hand strung glass beads have been tumbled with water and sand to re-create the actions of waves and to produce a beautiful frosty texture, similar to that of sea glass.  Our Zero Degrees range is finished using quality sterling silver, making these a gorgeous new addition to any jewellery collection.

A stunning set of Adore U jewellery: necklace and earrings, perfect as a gift or souvenir

Before Christmas, I lost a loved one.  Since then, I have taken some time to re-evaluate the direction of Adore U and I’m now (more than ever) committed to producing the highest quality items I can.  I am using sterling silver at every opportunity for earrings and necklaces.  In the past I have hit road blocks, not being able to find the items I need.  But now I have enrolled to study and further my skills and I look forward to working with silver and precious metals in the very near future.

When people think Adore U, they should think beauty, quality
and most importantly: handmade in Tasmania.

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Fudge A’Fare is a little bit of decadence nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in Lutana.  Dannielle Quinn and Matthew Gould were kind enough to invite me into their kitchen to share the magic.

Fudge A'Fare make it easy for tourists to take home a souvenir from Tasmania

Fudge: A Fare Share

by Cassandra Wunsch

The business has been operating since 1997, though the snazzy new-look packaging has only been around for three or four years.  And it’s safe to say that fudge is Dannielle and Matthew’s passion.  It’s literally all they do!  As the website says…
‘do one thing, but do it better than anyone else’.

It certainly seems like they’ve hit the mark.  Fudge A’Fare has been taking part in the Wrest Point Royal Hobart Fine Food Awards since 2003 and they have an impressive array of ribbons to bolster their already impressive credentials.  Dannielle is a world class pastry chef who has competed in a number of international competitions.

Dannielle Quinn, co-owner (with Matthew Gould) of Fudge A'Fare, hard at work making fudge

Honest to Goodness Fudge

Let’s be honest though, all you really want to know is… did I eat some, and how was it?  Oh boy!  I don’t really speak the food critic language, so I’m struggling to come up with words that’ll convey it accurately for you.  When it comes to food, I’m not particularly sophisticated.  No one will ever be able to convince me that $100 for a single cut of meat is worthwhile, even if it has gold flecks in it!  This however, is something else entirely.

Most popular: souvenir Tasmanian Devil pack from Fudge A'Fare

When I brought home my little bag of treasures to sample for this article, my father (a die-hard sweet tooth) fussed about pointedly in the kitchen until I was ready to open the boxes.  It’s unfortunate my first bite was peppermint chocolate, because there’s something about peppermint that just doesn’t work for me.

Peppermint fudge: given the A-okay by Cassandra's Dad in the taste test

Dad watched my face and with a disappointed frown he said “Oh honey, you don’t look impressed.”  Then he spent ten minutes telling me I was crazy.  He likes peppermint just fine!

Handmade, award-winning Tasmanian Fudge... 80g gift boxes ready to go!

Handmade, Award-Winning Tasmanian Fudge

My personal favourite was Wild Berry white chocolate fudge.  I chased my family away from it.  They could share the rest amongst themselves, but those precious few white bricks were mine!  All mine!  It was no surprise to me at all that this particular flavour is a pretty solid winner at the Royal Hobart Fine Food Awards, coming away with a gold medal every time it’s entered.

Having said that, the entire family sat about that evening making somewhat indecent noises, and demanding to know if they could raid the goody bag which had been entrusted to me for the lovely editor of Think Tasmania.  I’d like you all to note that not a nugget of chocolaty goodness was missing the next day when I handed over said bag (though it cost me my soul, and my father may write me out of the will).

80g souvenir box of fudge, available in a choice of 10 iconic Tasmanian images

From their website, Fudge A’Fare offers a range of products; from 40gm bite-sized treat boxes to personally organised catering packs to suit your wedding, function, or soon to be violently diabetic father.

Fudge A'Fare is a boutique, specialist company in Hobart Tasmania

If you’d like to catch Dannielle and Matt in person, they sometimes have a stall at the Barn Market in Rosny and have plans to expand that retail avenue in the future.

Cassandra Wunsch is a third-year journalism student at Open Universities
Australia.  She lives in Hobart with her husband Florian and daughter Taliesin,
and would like to continue to write full-time when she graduates.
Her personal blog is www.10percentinspired.com

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Map: Fudge A’Fare, Hobart Tasmania…