Explore the remarkable transformation of an abandoned Tasmanian railway tunnel into a thriving gourmet mushroom farm.
Join Tunnel Hill Mushrooms founder Dean Smith and Tim Murch from West Tamar Fungi for a behind-the-scenes look at a production process that begins in the lab and ends deep within a decommissioned railway tunnel beneath Mount Rumney.
Learn how gourmet mushrooms are grown, harvested and prepared for cooking, then try your hand at creating your own straw mushroom log to take home. Along the way, discover the fascinating history of the site, sample freshly harvested mushrooms, and enjoy a tasting cooked by Dean on his one-of-a-kind Train BBQ.
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