"Tasmania's sole dedicated Aboriginal art gallery contains fine-art pieces from most of Australia's indigenous communities and by some of the country’s most collectible artists. The gallery puts on regular exhibitions, and its passionate owner is always happy to share his expert knowledge."

"Located in lovely Salamanca Place, Handmark Gallery exhibits ceramics, glass, jewelry, paintings, wood and textiles by new and established Tasmanian artists. The exhibitions are well curated and the staff is helpful. It’s a Hobart institution, having been around since 1980."

"The independent Hobart Book Shop in the historic Salamanca precinct squeezes a lot of literature into a small space. You’ll find a good range of fiction, nonfiction and children’s books, as well as an interesting secondhand section. But the most absorbing area is resolutely local, with titles about Tasmania and by Tasmanians."

"The Country Women’s Association shop might not sound too exciting, but this Tasmanian institution delivers on all fronts. Drool over the delicious homemade treats, including cakes, cookies, shortbread and meringues; the jams, chutneys and marmalades make for excellent gifts. Best of all, 100 percent of the profits go to the charitable causes supported by the CWA."

"To purchase locally made paper items, whiskeys, wines, and cheeses, look no further than the Makers’ Workshop in Burnie. This history museum–cum–art center won a Tasmanian Architecture Award in 2010 for its iridescent glass exterior and airy galleries with polished cement floors. Inside, guests can join a papermaking workshop or tour to learn about Burnie’s most famous export. When done, artists in residence are available for a chat, and sepia photographs by Wolfgang Sievers deserve a look. Visitors can also taste cheeses and whiskeys, and take home their favorites as souvenirs or gifts. The on-site Makers’ café is a lovely rest stop for a coffee and a bite surrounded by artwork and the Bass Strait."

"This shop, just south of Burnie, knows its fromage . Kurt Wyss, a master cheese maker from Switzerland, owns the shop with his wife, Ann. Pick up some of their favorite Tasmanian and international delicacies along with gourmet chutneys, top Tasmanian wines and a selection of housewares and books."

"The 1830s Georgiansandstone warehouses of Salamanca Place have been converted into more than a dozen galleries and performance spaces. There are also artists’ studios brimming with jewelry and other creations—look for wood-and-bead necklaces by Rosalie Malham and timeless tunics bydesigner Leonie Struthers. On Saturdays, more than 300 food and craft vendors are on hand tosell their wares atthe Salamanca Market."

"Store & Co, Hobart, Tasmania by Jennie Nunn On a tree-lined street just outside downtown, Store & Co sells vintage, recycled, and handcrafted products out of a 19th-century Georgian building. Owner Sandy Robinson stocks the space with Savon de Marseille soaps and Zetta Florence stationery as well as Australian creations, including scented Glasshouse candles, sophisticated accessories by Elk, shown, and cheery rain gear by Wet & Windy. Store & Co , 61/(0) 3-6224-9977. This appeared in the March/April 2012 issue. By Afar Magazine"