Candy Abalone produces some of the best quality dried abalone in the world. The best quality dried abalone starts with the best quality fresh abalone and Tasmania is renowned for it's exceptional seafood and ocean environment. Candy Abalone uses age old drying techniques, the natural Tasmanian sun and air flow, to create these highly sought after dried abalone products and produce the candy heart that their dried abalone is famous for.
Candy Abalone is an essential stop on the foodie tourism route, and with views over the Barilla Bay Oyster Farm and the Coal Valley, offering a unique opportunity for visitors to understand how this product is harvested, tour the drying facilities, learn about the history of the abalone industry and abalone diving, and meet the people that make Candy Abalone tick.
Combined tours with Barilla Bay Oysters are available, offering a fantastic culinary experience for discerning food lovers and travellers. A shop selling a variety of Candy Abalone products and other Tasmanian produce is onsite, as well as a cafe and a la carte restaurant. Tasting and bespoke tours are available on request.
Conveniently located just near Hobart airport on the Tasman Highway. Bookings for tours are essential.