Farm Gate Market

Ordered the vegan burrito and it was one of the tastiest things I’ve eaten in quite some time. Will make a point to swing past again when I am next in Hobart again.

Farm Gate Market had doubled in size since my last visit. I began with a cup of vegetable broth then excitedly followed with an applecino which lived up to my fond memory.
For breakfast I had a vegan laska rich in coconut from the Laksa Kid then Pacha Mama Mexican’s autumn vegan burrito with maple-​roasted beetroot, pickled cabbage, chilli beans and cashew aioli.

It’s always great tasting fresh produce by the locals, today I had the chance to walk around and buy a few bits and pieces from honey to jams and nuts however the big winner for me was the octopus! Oh my oh my! I can’t think of anything that comes remotely close to how good this tasted! You can get a sampler size but don’t waste your time! You’d regret not getting the large! You get a free shot of ouzo with it too! Which really compliments it! Oh and the oysters were the best I’ve ever had!
It’s a nice way to meet the locals and everyone is so friendly! Love love loved it!

In the last year, Farm Gate relocated to their new spot along Bathurst St. Literally along the street, between Murray and Elizabeth, the block gets shut down for the day to accommodate the market.
I’m sad to say I like their old stuff better than their new stuff…
Bathurst St is a bit of a wind tunnel. On windy days (read: every other day in Hobart) the wind shreds right through the market. And the vibe just isn’t quite the same.
But there’s still plenty of amazing fresh produce and delicious treats (breakfast or otherwise). It’s still my preferred market over that touristy business that happens on Saturdays. Go to Farm Gate! Eat a doughnut and a bagel and a brownie and drink coffee or hot chocolate that sometimes has delicious bonus flavours in it! Just DO IT!

An awesome little market with a variety of fresh. Antioxidants as far as you can see. Vegetables, flowers — your typical market fare. This market also has a range of excellent market food. I came for second breakfast. A wallaby burrito. A great place to explore the local flavour.

This is one of the best farmers’ markets I have been to. A bit small, but this market stays true to its roots for selling produce and food made locally. Refreshing that it does not cater to the touristy trinket trade.

Ah if only this market existed in Sydney! So refreshing to attend a markets that is just as much about the produce as it is the experience! The vibe on the Sunday morning was infectious with the DJ playing music that you couldn’t help but jive along with as you meandered through the array of stores showcasing the amazing foods and products of Tassie! What I loved the most was the down to earth vibe of shoppers! No wanky-​inner-​über-​chic-​food-​snobs found here! Just people who love growing, making and enjoying great food!
…and on a side note (Warning: RANT ALERT) — why does everything amazing about Tassie seem to be hidden under a rock sometimes? Oh yeh, I suppose the locals would loose something very special if word got out!