Welcome! Bookings are now open for cracking Saturday Feasts most weeks, and an occasional Friday!
We have farm tours, summer cruises on the Huon River, workshops and other events for you.
See you soon!
Matthew, Sadie and everyone at Fat Pig Farm
This is the page where we list things that are a little out of the ordinary. Keep an eye on this page, or subscribe to our newsletter for news of other special events. And if you’d like to talk to us about a private event, please drop Zara a line on zara@fatpig.farm
Upcoming events
August
Chatto Pinot
Saturday August 29
We're very excited to be collaborating with our near neighbours Jim and Daisy to cook you a special lunch paired with their 2019 pinot noir. Jim sourced grapes from different parts of Tasmania to create three very different crackingly good pinot noirs. Many of you already know Chatto wines and this is a great opportunity to catch up with Jim and Daisy over a grand Fat Pig Feast.
PRICE: $195
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September
The Weaner Workshop: meet the pig - Saturday 26 September 2020
Saturday September 26
We're poised to introduce you to the pig! Well... the pork.
This is an essential class for anybody who wants to know how to choose meat properly, and why different cuts cook and cure differently, how to cook them and the fundamentals behind how to preserve them.
This is an essential class for anybody who wants to know how to choose meat properly, and why different cuts cook and cure differently, how to cook them and the fundamentals behind how to preserve them.
PRICE: $250
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October
The Porker Workshop: get to know the pig - Saturday 17 October 2020
Saturday October 17
The Porker is for those of you who have already had a little bit of experience of pork butchery. Rob and Thea will dive into the science of fermentation, including how to make prosciutto and smoke bacon. As well as how to get the most out of each cut of free range pork so there is no waste.
PRICE: $350
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November
The Goat Workshop - 1 November 2020
Sunday November 1
A workshop for people wanting to keep goats holistically, productively and consciously.
We're teaming up with Hannah Moloney from Goodlife Permaculture and our goat guru Jilly Middleton.
More info &We're teaming up with Hannah Moloney from Goodlife Permaculture and our goat guru Jilly Middleton.
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Fat Pig Afloat - 7 November 2020
Saturday November 7
Join us for Fat Pig Farm goodness and a relaxing cruise down the picturesque Huon River on the tall ship, Yukon.
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Small Farm Design - 8 November 2020
Sunday November 8
A full-day workshop that brings together the brilliant minds and practical skills of Hannah Moloney (Goodlife Permaculture and Gardening Australia) with Nick Ritar (Milkwood). This workshop at Fat Pig Farm is for hobby farmers and those who aspire to create a viable small-holding.
Whether your aspirations lean towards commercial or environmental sustainability, this course will set you on the right path!
More info &Whether your aspirations lean towards commercial or environmental sustainability, this course will set you on the right path!
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Real Skills For Growing Food, 14-15 November 2020
Saturday November 14 - Sunday November 15
Growing food and eating it is what we're all about. We love this class: two days of hands on learning to equip you to grow food in your own home. With plenty of tasty farmhouse food to fuel the learning.
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Fat Pig Afloat - 28 November 2020
Saturday November 28
Join us for Fat Pig Farm goodness and a relaxing cruise down the picturesque Huon River on the tall ship, Yukon.
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December
Fat Pig Afloat - 12 December 2020
Saturday December 12
Join us for Fat Pig Farm goodness and a relaxing cruise down the picturesque Huon River on the tall ship, Yukon.
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Fat Pig Afloat - 19 December 2020
Saturday December 19
Join us for Fat Pig Farm goodness and a relaxing cruise down the picturesque Huon River on the tall ship, Yukon.
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