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Bao-a-licious

LAUNNIE'S BAO SHOWDOWN IS HERE

5-19 MARCH 2026

Soft, steamed, slightly sweet, and filled with savory goodness. Who makes the best bao in town? Try this classic Chinese entrée from 8 venues in Launceston, then help us decide who should be crowned 'Best Bao in Launceston' by voting for your favourite. One lucky voter will get a $200 voucher to spend at a hospitality venue of their choosing. Support local, and you might win, too.

What's on the menu? See below for the participating venues and and taste your way through nine delicious and unique takes on this classic baked good.

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Taste to win

HOW IT WORKS

1. Head to each of the venues in this year's Bao-a-licious competition.

2. Purchase their nominated bao and enjoy.

3. Cast your vote to go into the draw to win a $200 voucher to any restaurant, pub, café, ice-creamery, or bar in Launceston*.

*Terms and conditions apply.

PARTICIPATING VENUES

  1. 1 INSIDE CAFE (lunch service only) | Sticky Pork Belly Bao
  2. 2 MUDBAR (dine in only) | Mudbar Farm Lamb Bao with Sticky Soy Caramel
  3. 3 GOLDFISH EXPRESS | Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao
  4. 4 SUN AND MOON EATERY (lunch service only) | Taiwanese Pork Belly Bao
  5. 5 SAIGON KITCHEN | Saigon Crispy Pork Bao
  6. 6 CANTON RESTAURANT | Slow Cooked Pork Belly Bao
  7. 7 WANG'S CHINESE | Braised Soya Duck Bao
  8. 8 BLUESTONE BAR & KITCHEN | Braised Pork Belly Bao

WHERE TO FIND THEM