Hobart Food Trail 2024

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Hobart Street Food - Part 2


More Hobart Street Food that I've tried during other visits to Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, continuing from Part 1.

Chicken Parmigiana

Home In Brighton Hobart
Unit 4
32 Andrew Street
Brighton
Hobart
Tasmania 7030
Australia

https://www.booking.com/hotel/au/home-in-brighton-brighton.en-gb.html


Cozy Well-Equipped Entire Home

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 8
Visited: Sep-2024
Ambience & Setting: 7
Food & Beverage: N.A.
Service: 8
Value for Money: 9
Budget about AUD $470 / SGD $410 per person.
- $410 Accommodation 3D2N


Nearby Attractions: Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Theatre Royal, Museum Of Old And New Art (MONA), Maritime Museum Of Tasmania, Salamanca Place, Salamanca Arts Centre, Bonorong Wildlife Park, Cascade Brewery, Kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Wrest Point Casino, Tasmanian Devil Unzoo Conservation Park / Taranna Wildlife Park, Cadbury's Chocolate Factory, Shot Tower, Lark Distillery, Derwent River, Tasman Bridge, Tasmanian Cricket Museum, Battery Point, Tasmanian Museum And Art Gallery, Hobart Convict Penitentiary, Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum


Hotel Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, Cable Television, Fully Stocked Kitchen, Board Games, Washer & Dryer, On-Site Parking


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Cooking, Gaming


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Hobart international airport in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, the Home In Brighton Hobart isn't a hotel, though it's listed on hotel booking sites. The Home In Brighton Hobart is actually an entire house, rather like an AirBnB short-term rental stay, a 3-bedroom 2-bathroom home that's cozy and fully equipped.


Ambience
Ambience at Home In Brighton Hobart is quiet and peaceful, as the plot of land it sits on is surrounded by 3 other privately-owned units. The area is a relatively quiet urban suburb, if not for the ongoing roadworks during our visit, which fortunately, was only during the day.


Room
Rooms at Home In Brighton Hobart are clean and comfortable, each of the 3-bedrooms having comfortable beds and large wardrobes. Each bed has an electric mattress warmer. The 2-bathrooms are clean, and I appreciate the powerful heating lamps. Sufficient toiletries and towels were provided.


Food
Food at Home In Brighton Hobart is non-existent, as it's a regular house. Fortunately, the kitchen and pantry is fully stocked with cooking utensils and condiments, enabling us to cook our own meals. The nearest eating places are in the nearby towns, which you'll have to drive to.


Service
Service at Home In Brighton Hobart is good. Host Thomas ensured the place was clean and well-stocked with amenities, and was responsive. Equipment within the house was functional, and we likewise ensured we cleaned the place before we left.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Home In Brighton Hobart are decent. There's cable television and board games, as well as some light reading materials like magazines. The wi-fi was fast and stable, and the separate washer and dryer was most welcome. The Home In Brighton Hobart is among the best short-term rental stays I've experienced.


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Melbourne Food Trail 2024

Mantra On Russell Melbourne
222 Russell Street
Melbourne Central Business District
Melbourne
Victoria 3000
Australia

https://www.mantraonrussell.com.au/


Aging But Spacious Hotel In The City Centre

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 7
Visited: Sep-2024
Ambience & Setting: 6
Food & Beverage: 8
Service: 8
Value for Money: 7
Budget about AUD $590 / SGD $525 per person.
- $525 Accommodation 4D3N


Nearby Attractions: Flinders Street Railway Station, Federation Square, Melbourne Museum, Shrine Of Remembrance, Eureka Tower, Yarra Bend Park, Southbank Promenade, Queen Victoria Market, Immigration Museum, Police Museum, Old Melbourne Gaol, Royal Exhibition Building And Carlton Gardens, Melbourne Zoo, Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, Royal Botanic Gardens, Woodlands Historic Park, Brighton Beach, Koorie Heritage Trust, Hosier Lane, AC/DC Lane, St Paul's Cathedral


Hotel Facilities: Business Centre, Free Wi-Fi, 1 Restaurant (Home Kitchen And Bar), Gymnasium, 1 Lounge (Lobby Lounge), Cable Television, Meeting Rooms, Swimming Pool, Sauna, In-Room Kitchenette, On-Site Parking, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Work Out, Internet Surfing, Meetings, Cooking, Swimming, Sauna, Spa


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Tullamarine international airport in Melbourne, Australia, the Mantra On Russell Melbourne is both a serviced apartment and 4-star hotel, offering dated but fully-equipped liveable spaces with the attractive perk of being conveniently located in the city centre. Mantra On Russell Melbourne offers a comfortable stay at good value.


Ambience
Ambience at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is dated, with minimal decor and shades of grey. Beyond this however, the high floors offer a good lookout over the city, and for the affordability, is an area we can overlook in favour of the value for money.


Room
Rooms at Mantra On Russell Melbourne are spacious and comfortable. We stayed at the 1-bedroom Studio Apartment, which has a comfortable bed, spacious working desk, and basic kitchenette for quick meals. The in-room wi-fi is fast and stable, while the bathroom is decently stocked with fresh amenities.


Food
Food at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is served at the Home Kitchen And Bar, quality of dishes was well-executed and delicious. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet, and it's worthwhile to make advance bookings. They also offer complimentary still and sparkling water outside the conference rooms, which is a plus.


Service
Service at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is friendly and accommodating. Staff were polite and very helpful in ensuring guests requests were fulfilled. Housekeeping is hardworking and efficient, cleaning up spaces thoroughly.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Mantra On Russell Melbourne are adequate. The gymnasium is small but well-equipped, while the indoor heated pool was welcoming. There's a small sauna on-site, and massage parlours just adjacent. Meetings rooms are decently equipped. The best thing about Mantra On Russell Melbourne is their convenient location, within walking distance to a variety of shopping, entertainment, and dining options.


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