Tasmania - Blogabond

Fri.18th We arrived last evening at 7:30,earlier than expected.Immigration officials came on board and we all had to go to the main lounge for clearance and a stamp.Our table was lucky,we went between the main course and dessert.
Went on an oyster and wine tour.On the way we were driven up to view the city and our ship.
Went to Barilla Bay to an oyster farm.The water is pristine here.They begin with baby oysters the size of the tip of a pencil eraser,put them in mesh baskets and feed them special algae.As they grow they are moved to larger containers with larger holes and the water washing over them supplies food.During this time,about 18 mos. they are collected,mud washed off briefly,weighed and put back in the sea.Those that are not growing or are sick are kept out.We were given 2 oysters each with either a plum sauce or hot sauce.They were very good,I had one each of the sauces.

We then went to a winery where the upstairs floor was carved with the history of the winery and with faces and fruits.All of this made the floor uneven and we were warned to beware.Avery interesting visit.

written by

edoyle on February 18, 2011 from Hobart, Australia

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