Alexandra CarltonMay 26, 2026 – 5.00amA fine-dining experience hidden beneath the foliage of a Tasmanian botanical garden, a native degustation on the outskirts of Perth and an imaginative Byron Bay restaurant where guests take control of the menu. These out-of-town culinary hotspots make a strong case for charging up the EV and booking lunch beyond your postcode.Bird in Hand, TasmaniaSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles