You’d be hard pressed to find a more lovely setting for lunch, even in Tasmania. From Peppermint Bay’s The Stackings restaurant, soaring cathedral ceilings and full-length windows frame water’s-edge views of Bruny Island and the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. The menu includes fresh Tasmanian crayfish, Bruny Island oysters, Huon ocean trout, locally grazed beef, and more. You won’t be disappointed. The relaxed Terrace Bar (with the same views) is another option with a more casual menu. The Providore sells fine Tasmanian fare (think olive oil, smoked salmon, or ripe cheeses) and housewares, or you can browse the art and craft gallery next door. Outside, a 150-year-old oak tree dominates the gardens. Hobart Cruises ([tel] 1300/137 919 in Australia) runs 90-minute scenic cruises to Peppermint Bay.