Taste of the Wight | Issue 1: 2019 by Solent

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She thinks of nothing but the Isle of Wight, & she calls it "The Island," as if there were no other island in the world. — Jane Austen, Mansfield Park

Editor: Lindsay Becker Design & Illustration: Thea Welsford Production Manager: Jo Butt Artworkers: Jo Butt, Dillon Earley, Luke Nesbitt Production: Christie-Lee Booth, Cathy Jupp, Marie Woodward, Sophia Whittle Contributors: Isle of Wight Surfers Against Sewage Photography: Lauren Addison, Tim Addison, Holly Joliffe, Ashley Nesbitt, Luke Nesbitt, Julian Winslow, Neil Southwell, Visit IW Advertising Sales: David Brooks 01983 556844 James Rolfe 07495 253785 Digital: Dillon Earley, Joseph Keele-Toms Website: tasteofthewight.co.uk Financial Accounts: Karen Barnes

Welcome to Taste of the Wight 2019. We know you can’t wait to get your face around the foodie offering here on the Isle of Wight and with good reason! Our Island boasts plentiful produce thanks to the extra hours of sunshine and its unique microclimate. It’s almost like a mini-Mediterranean with our juicy tomatoes, fresh garlic, an abundance of seafood and artisan producers every which way you turn. We have rounded up the items you simply can’t leave without trying, find out which ones on page 10. The Island truly has a foodie offering that punches well above its small size – our pubs, restaurants and cafés make the most of the amazing items right on their doorstep, turning them into delicious dishes in some of the most stunning locations around. Inside this edition you will find our guide to places to take the kids, places to visit when the sun is shining, where to get the ultimate burgers and cream teas (although probably not at the same time!) and much more. You will also find a jam-packed foodie calendar with many events for the whole family including the world-famous Garlic Festival and the legendary Classic Beer, Buses and Walks Weekend and many more on page 92. So go forth and discover all of the food and drink that the Isle of Wight has to offer. Bon appétit!

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The Hit-List 2019

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Get your face around a whole host of new eateries to try on the Isle of Wight in 2019. Here are a few of our top picksâ&#x20AC;Ś

Aptly named, The New Inn, Shalfl eet has been given a new lease of life. If you visited last year you will have noticed that it sadly had closed its doors, but the previous landlord of 20 years has steppe d back in to reopen the popular and much-loved pub.

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vegan restaurant in Tansy's Pantry is a brand new wife team, Jamie and Godshill. Opened by husband and y revellers at events Ollie, they have been feeding hungr Their vegan dishes have across the Island for years. realised their dream of proved so popular that they've tasty dahls, curries, opening their own place. Expect roasts and vegan fish and chips!

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Get the Mediterranean experience at recently opened Cibo in Wootton. Housed in what was once a local butcher's shop, there is a relaxe d and welcoming vibe inside. Whether you are poppin g in for a coffee and pastry, a light lunch or a full -on three-course dinner with cocktails, Cibo's the place to be.

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a new lease of life. An Island classic has been given in Yarmouth, now run by The George Hotel & Beach Club Spooner, has undergone London nightclub legend Howard back on the map. The some refurbishments to bring it is overseeing the menu previous chef, Robert Thompson, d from Kynges Well in as executive chef, with Tom Axfor Brading on board.

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The King's Head has new owners at the helm. Recently acquired by Chara cter Inns who have an excellent reputation for local pubs across the Island, the pub sits in the heart of the historic market town of Yarmouth.

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e Bugle Coaching Inn, e Crab and Lobster and e Yachtsman are three of the Island’s most beautiful waterside pubs. Specialising in seafood (along with many traditional hearty favourites) they really do oﬀer something for everyone. If you’re visiting Yarmouth, Bembridge or Cowes be sure to call in…

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The Island is famed for an abundance of local produce, grown in our fertile soils, reared on our lush landscape or in our crystal waters. Here are our picks not to miss out on...

#1 TOMATOES

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You can actually taste the extra hours of sunshine that go into The Tomato Stall’s famous fayre. Tomatoes have been growing in the rich and fertile Arreton Valley for over 30 years. Each year, over 40 varieties are grown, from the hearty beef to the naturally sweet Piccolo. Buy from local farm shops including Brownrigg’s and Briddlesford Lodge Farm Shop.

#2 GARLIC

The folks over at The Garlic Farm have been growing the pungent bulb for over 50 years in Newchurch. What started out as a kitchen garden has grown to a large farm with many varieties of garlic available to buy. Visit the on-site restaurant to try some of the tastiest dishes (featuring garlic, naturally) or take home garlic products such as mayonnaise, butter and even ice cream! x taste o f th e w ig h t a Taste IW b / t a st eoft hewight Editorial_Dont Miss Out.indd 1

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#3 CHEESE

Rich at Isle of Wight Cheese Co knows more about the stuff than Wallace of Wallace and Gromit fame. Having made cheese at Queen Bower Dairy since 2006, they have recently acquired the dairy and herd behind the multi-awardwinning cheeses. Pick up your favourite at the weekly farmers’ markets in Ryde and Newport, local farm shops or direct from the dairy.

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#4 CRAB

Seafood features heavily on plates across the Island, with crab being a top choice. Ventnor Haven Fishery is a great place to buy your freshly caught crab and the Blake family have been fishing these local waters for decades. The Crab Shed at Steephill Cove is so famed for serving up crab pasties, that they have a queue all day long.

#5 GIN

Well, after all that food, it’s nice to wash it down with a local tipple too. Mermaid Gin is the Isle of Wight Distillery’s first spirit and remains the most popular. Locally foraged rock samphire and elderflower, fresh citrus zest from Sicilian lemons and grains of paradise are complemented by Boadicea hops grown in the famous Ventnor Botanic Garden, all perfectly blended to create a unique flavour. Look out for their recently launched pink gin, infused with Isle of Wight strawberries. taste o f th e w ig h t.c o.uk Editorial_Dont Miss Out.indd 2

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EAT, DRINK, RELAX & stay a while at The Beach Shack & Sky Bar

Western Esplanade, Sandown, PO36 8JS 01983 401392 | beachshackbar.co.uk

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CAFFÉ ISOLA

At the forefront of the Island’s artisan coffee scene... The Burgess family opened Caffé Isola in 2004, as a flagship store for The I.O.W Espresso Co. In 2010 they launched their ‘Island Roasted Coffee’ which is stocked Islandwide and further afield. 2018 saw expansion into a new site in Upper St James Street, Newport. The former Beavis building, once a church lecture hall, became the perfect space to expand the artisan café and incorporate even more local retail products. The menu showcases local produce and is inspired by the family’s Sicilian heritage. Expect paninis, hand cut sandwiches, salads, pasta specials and plenty of homemade cakes! Caffé Isola is fully licensed and open in the evening for events and coffee courses. Upstairs you’ll find some of the Islands great cottage industry producers and their products. Soon, you will be able to experience a small scale version of the roastery – from green coffee preperation, to drum roasting and packing.

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Isle of Wight Distillery Pondwell Hill, Seaview Isle of Wight PO33 1PX 01983 613653 www.isleofwightdistillery.com

THE CEDARS With a lovely garden dominating two sides of the pub, The Cedars isn’t short on outdoor space. Sample our great range of homecooked meals, freshly prepared from some of the Island’s best ingredients. Wednesday Curry Day 12noon-2.30pm & 6pm-9pm Senior Citizen 2 course lunch Mon-Sat, 12noon-2pm favourites include roast of the day & battered haddock chips and peas. £7.85

GREAT FOOD, FABULOUS BEER KIDS PLAY AREA | BABY CHANGING

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THE BEACH SHACK STEEPHILL COVE Stunning beach cafe with unrivalled sea views serving freshly prepared sandwiches and salads using freshly caught local seafood.

Open March−Nov | 6 days a week (closed Wednesdays) Off peak 10am−2pm | Summer 10am−4pm Ventnor, PO38 1UG Tel: 01983 854507 www.thebeachshack-steephillcove.co.uk

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QUARR ABBEY

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Quarr Abbey has the perfect balance between field and fork, with parts of the Abbey’s 200 acre estate being worked to produce a huge array of food stuffs...

The style of growing here is definitely traditional and in keeping with the overall ethos of the Abbey – that you get back what you put in. Head Gardener Matthew Noyce takes this literally with traditional growing methods, nothing is artificially grown, nor are any pesticides used. This results in a far more labour intensive growing plan, but the taste and variety on offer make it all worthwhile. Following the traditional theme, much of the fruit and veg grown here are of a heritage variety, although they look anything but traditional! From purple carrots to the aptly named Turks Turban squash, heritage and legacy vegetables allow a range of flavours to be grown. The tea and farm shop sits within a beautifully maintained garden with the imposing Abbey creating a picture-perfect backdrop. Chefs work closely with the gardening team to create specials showing off what is on offer. Sharer’s boards are a favourite and it’s easy to see why. Using freshly picked salads and produce taken directly from the Abbey’s vegetable plot, with choices of meat, fish and ploughman’s, creating a delicious lunch for two. x@ taste o f th e w ig h t a@ Taste IW b/t a st eoft hewight Editorial_Dont Miss Out.indd 7 Spread_Jan19 V2.indd All Pages Quarr Abbey_TotW_Advertorial

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QUARR ABBEY

Add in some of Quarr’s own chutneys or preserves and wash it down with a Quarr Abbey Ale you possibly have the most ‘local’ lunch available on the Island!

Spend a day at Quarr Abbey visiting the art gallery, walking the beautiful grounds or just relaxing with a cuppa! The tea and farm shop are open daily: Weekdays 10.00am to 5.00pm and Sundays 11.15am to 5.00pm

Visit our tea garden all year round Abbey Church Regular church services throughout the day, all welcome. Open daily, 5.30am – 8.30pm. Confessions available every Saturday, 10am – 11am. Quarr explorer kits Come and feed the pigs at Quarr. Our woodland walks provide outdoor learning and discovery for families and allow children to investigate the natural world with the Quarr explorer kits. Tea and Farm Shop Breakfast Menu served Monday – Saturday 10am–11.30am. Don’t miss our range of delicious gluten free cakes, Quarr Abbey Cream Tea and daily specials prepared by our Chef. Farm shop selling a wide range of food and drink from around the Island, including jams and chutneys hand made at Quarr. Monastery Shop and Book bindery For literature, devotional items and souvenirs, open daily. Book bindery service available for restoration work or new works and projects. Visitor & Exhibition Centre Interpreting the life and history of Quarr

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The range of products in the farm shop that is either grown, made or farmed on the Abbey’s grounds is staggering. Jams and chutneys jostle for space next to eggs – freshly laid by the rescued ex-commercial hens you can find in the walled garden – and Quarr honey, harvested from the Abbey’s own busy bees, who collect their pollen and nectar from the specially created wildflower meadow.

A working Benedictine Monastery in a beautiful and peaceful setting

Opening hours Monday to Saturday 10.00am – 5.00pm, Sundays 11.15am – 5.00pm

Near Ryde, on the main Newport Road, Isle of Wight PO33 4ES T.01983 882420

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THE SPYLASS INN

Head to the world-famous Spyglass Inn, where you are sure of a warm welcome. The location is second to none, with panoramic views out across the English Channel and Ventnor Bay. In the warmer months, there is nothing better than sitting outside on the terrace overlooking the sea. Famed for its hearty, homemade pub menu and regularly changing specials board, with an emphasis on fresh seafood, caught by neighbouring Ventnor Haven Fishery. Complement your meal with a glass of ďŹ ne wine or a pint of real ale from the extensive bar list, featuring many local tipples. The pub is decorated in an array of fascinating sea-faring memorabilia and has live music on most nights of the week. Stay in one of the four self-contained apartments, all with a view across Ventnor Bay.

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INNS OF DISTINCTION Inns of Distinction have championed the development, sustainability and traceability of using local produce for many years. Having worked with producers, growers and farmers for almost twenty years they have helped to raise the profile and quality of pub dining on the Isle of Wight. For many years they have strived to offer consistently produced dishes using quality ingredients from and around the Isle of Wight and its vast array of sources close by. At all four pubs they have a wealth of experience with chefs having worked with them for many years, many climbing through the ranks and acheiving awards and accolades along the way. Having developed the pubs to an enviable standard

The Fishbourne, The Boathouse and The Spinnaker also offer 4 star AA graded accommodation to complement their dining reputation, with beautifully appointed rooms and hearty breakfasts. Inns of Distinction are passionate about pubs and have tastefully refurbished each site, managing to keep all of the original features and ambiance of the pub environment. Drinkers are not forgotten either with local real ales and continental lagers available along with an extensive wine selection available at each pub to complement the dining experience. With outside dining areas, live music evenings and afternoons in summer, visitors to the Isle of Wight can sit and dine in style overlooking the Solent or taking in the local views.

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meet the chef Tom Bull, Head Chef, The Seaview Hotel, Restaurant and Bar What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? It has to be Living Larder. The vegetables they produce are amazing and so fresh – they get picked in the morning and delivered within hours!

What is the one dish on your menu you keep coming back to? Since I have taken over as Head Chef, the dish that I return again and again to is our hake dish with shellfish bisque, leek marmalade, confit tomatoes, samphire and fresh dill. I love it.

What is your local tipple? It has to be Mermaid Gin from the Isle of Wight Distillery. They have recently launched it in a new bottle too and it looks amazing.

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Where is your favourite place, other than The Seaview Hotel, to eat on the Island? The Three Buoys in Appley, Ryde. It’s a beautiful restaurant with an amazing view. The food is seasonal, well executed and simply delicious!

What is your favourite event on the Island? It’s got to be the Isle of Wight Festival – whose isn’t?

The Seaview Hotel, Restaurant and Bar. seaviewhotel.co.uk 01983 612711

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THE COW at Tapnell Farm

One of the Island’s most unique eateries, set in a converted Swiss barn at the heart of Tapnell Farm, surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the Solent and downland. Open everyday for lunch and Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings*, The Cow is a family friendly restaurant set in rustic but stylish surroundings. Colby Meredith heads up the talented team of chefs who are championing locally sourced and home grown produce, with fresh takes on home-cooked classics, like ham, egg and chips, macaroni cheese and ﬁsh and chips. These new dishes, together with a wide range of gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian menu options, join the line-up of award-winning burgers and steaks they’re already known for. Children’s menu includes smaller portions of the classics. Our bar serves cocktails, speciality teas, Island Roasted coffees and other refreshments throughout the day. New Clubhouse, outside seating and children’s play area (coming soon). Dogs welcome. *Open every evening except Sunday in school holidays

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Taking the whole family out for lunch doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be a minefield, with plenty of places gearing-up for small children, fussy eaters and frazzled parents. Take the stress out of dining with the whole tribe in tow thanks to our round-up of some of the best places for family-friendly diningâ&#x20AC;Ś

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A family day out at The Garlic Farm provides fun for all.

The Chequers Inn is fully geared up for the small folk, come rain or shine. There is a large outdoor adventure playground, Wendy house, Lego table, games area and a separate play area for the under 9s. It’s the perfect place to start or finish a country walk too and you can download four recommended circular walks from the website. chequersinn-iow.co.uk

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Come and enjoy a fantastic selection of yummy treats, hot & cold food and refreshing beverages amongst the big cats at The Isle of Wight Zoo - right by the sea!

Yaverland Seafront, Sandown, Isle of Wight PO36 8QB Tel: 01983 403883 I enquiries@isleofwightzoo.com I isleofwightzoo.com *Dogs are allowed in the cafè, but not in the zoo.

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Above: The tribe will love grooming the donkeys at IW Donkey Sanctuary. Left: At Caulkheads, kids and well behaved pups are always welcome!

One of the most kid-friendly pubs on the Island, The Caulkheads is a staple for families. Grown-ups can enjoy the diverse menu featuring pub favourites and local produce, and kids can dig into the ice cream factory, whip up a storm in the ball pen and (to parents’ delight) sit quietly in the free silent cinema!

Combine a cream tea with a donkey and you have got the makings of a great day out! The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is a free-to-enter attraction that is home to many friendly donkeys and ponies as well as some of the tastiest cake around, served up in the on-site café.

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Dillon’s Gift Shop & Café

Fresh hot & cold snacks, drinks & ice creams Groups, parties & birthday party bookings Wet weather donkey barns LL OPEN A OUND YEAR R PM 30 4. M 10A AR FREE C G IN PARK

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Set in the heart of the Arreton Valley, The Garlic Farm provides plenty of fun and flavour for everyone. Take a tractor-trailer tour of the farm, put your balance to the test in the timber play area with trim trail and nest swing and spot the red squirrels, chickens, peacocks and Highland cattle. Visit the restaurant for a tasty lunch or head along to one of the family supper events, complete with children’s entertainment. thegarlicfarm.co.uk

Kids love the home-nade wood-fired pizzas at The Llama Tree Café.

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You can’t beat a wood-fired pizza, especially when it is served up in a cosy café on a llama farm! That’s exactly what to expect from The Llama Tree at West Wight Alpacas. Take a walk around the park (with or without an alpaca!), feed the sheep, goats, chickens and more, then relax in the café – complete with parrot and shop specialising in alpaca wool gifts. thellamatree.co.uk

Lots to keep them busy at Arreton Barns, fuel up in The Dairyman’s Daughter.

The whole family can enjoy a trip to The Dairyman’s Daughter. Set in the heart of Arreton Barns, the Island’s largest centre for arts and crafts, the pub has family-dining at its core. Choose from pub favourites, changing specials, kids dishes and a sundae menu to die for! Afterwards, explore the craft units, feed the ducks at the pond and spend a penny or two in the traditional penny arcade. arretonbarns.co.uk taste o f th e w ig h t.c o.uk Editorial_Take the tribe too.indd 4

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‘The Island’s only ﬂoating seafood cafe and shop’

01983 874758 Fisherman’s Wharf, Embankment Road, Bembridge, PO35 5NS

Visit us at: www.thebestdressedcrabintown.co.uk

Enjoy lunches with the freshest, ﬁnest seafood straight from the boat. Try our speciality seafood platter for two. Fully licensed.

The Sun Inn Calbourne

Home of Winkle Street

Set in the centre of Calbourne the Sun Inn is a traditional pub and restaurant popular with locals and holiday makers alike. Guests will find our pub friendly and comfortable, traditional pub favourites like homemade pie, daily roast, ploughmans and light snacks. Seasonal specials also available. Excellent selection of Gluten Free and Vegan meals. Walking and Cycling parties welcome. NEW THIS YEAR: Kids Eat Free Saturday. Voted No.1 Island DogBuddy, dog friendly pub.

Calbourne, Isle of Wight, PO30 4JA | 01983 531231 www.sun-calbourne.co.uk | b/suninncalbourne

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THE NEEDLES LANDMARK ATTRACTION

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Our love of locally sourced food and drink is nothing new, here on the Western tip of the Island we’re proud purveyors of the best the Isle of Wight has to offer...

Victorian sweets have experienced quite the renaissance in the past decade, with traditional manufacturing methods, ﬂavours and packaging providing a really nostalgic experience. You can browse a vast array of these traditional sweets in our Isle of Wight Sweet Shop and Manufactory, as well as watching in awe and wonder as our confectioners create these sweet treats in front of your very eyes. Made from raw natural ingredients on site, we have a wide variety of ﬂavours to choose from, including old favourites like Rhubarb & Custard, Banana Split, Strawberries & Cream, Pear Drops and many, many more including the famous ‘Wight Mint’. x@ taste o f th e w ig h t a@ Taste IW b /t a st eoft hewight Editorial_Take the tribe too.indd 7 The Needles TOTW DPS Issue1 2019.indd All Pages

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Our Taste of the Wight outlet is designed to showcase a wide selection of the very best produce that the Island has to offer. We stock beer and ale from Island breweries. You can also pick-up local apple juice and cider, fruit wines, liqueurs and cordials during your time with us. The Isle of Wight is home to the largest garlic grower in the UK who produce a vast array of chutneys and relishes to compliment any dish, most of which we stock here at The Needles. Likewise, our southerly location makes for great chilli growing conditions and we’re proud to purvey ‘The House of Chilli’products, from chilli-infused sauces, chutneys and chocolates.

A Landmark family day out

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With a warm welcome also awaiting you in Marconi’s licensed tea rooms, named after the great Guglielmo Marconi who sent the very ﬁrst wireless transmission from here in 1897, you can take time out from your adventures to enjoy a refreshing cup of tea or speciality coffee, a range of sinful cakes and pastries and an extensive selection of soft drinks, cold beers and alcoholic beverages. We look forward to welcoming you to The Needles: Landmark Attraction for an authentic Isle of Wight experience.

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Taste of the Wight retail outlet Sweet Manufactory

Marconi’s Licensed Tea Rooms

theneedles.co.uk The Needles, Alum Bay, Isle of Wight PO39 0JD

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Coffee Culture

We love a good blackboard – PO41’s drinks offering!

Here at Taste HQ, we love a cup of coffee to get us through the day. It comes in many guises, from black to soya lattes and iced to espresso, plus everything in between!

Caffé Isola.

Can you even call yourself a coffee drinker if you haven’t visited Caffé Isola yet? This artisan café and roastery serves speciality coffee and freshly prepared food, plus they sell a wide range of coffee and tea equipment. Home to Island Roasted coffee this family business has been running for over 20 years. The staff are happy to share their expert knowledge and you can even sign up for some of their in-house training courses including home brew and barista training.

So yes, you could probably call us a bunch of coffee nerds and we wouldn’t argue. In fact, we would agree and urge you to read this guide to some of the best coffee shops on the Isle of Wight...

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PO41 is a small but perfectly formed café in the former post office building in the heart of Yarmouth. Serving Union Hand-Roasted Coffee, the team behind the café get as hands-on as possible, flying out to meet farmers and growers to ensure a high standard of ethical trading and quality taste. The team are also proud to be completely palm oil free and still offer some of the tastiest cakes around! PO41.

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Try Jasper’s coffee at Skin Trade in Newport and be sure to try a slice of their cake!

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Cantina.

Over at Cantina in Ventnor, they serve Square Mile Coffee, which is mindfully sourced and skillfully roasted in London and keeps the locals happy. The owner is a true coffee aficionado and has his finger in many pies (or is that coffee cups?) and is the director of Prufrock Coffee in London – a café and coffee school in Clerkenwell. cantinaventnor.co.uk

Island Roasted Coffee.

Combine your cuppa with a comic book hero at ComiCoffee in Newport. A hybrid coffee house/comic store with a warm, inviting space to hang out, drink speciality beverages and read some of your favourite comics or novels. This independent coffee house serves great coffee made by talented baristas. Try some of the house speciality waffles whilst you’re there too! b /ComiCoffeeUK

They serve Square Mile Coffee Beans, at Cantina, roasted in London.

Jasper’s produce their own coffee at their roastery in Brading. The coffees are roasted by Peter using speciality grade green beans and supply some of the most popular cafés on the Island including Skin Trade, Gurnard Press, The Farm Shop, Bembridge and the Island Bakers in Newport. jasperscoffee.co.uk

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THE TOMATO STALL Follow the Tomato Trail – here is just a selection of where you can enjoy the best Isle of Wight Tomatoes in some of the best IW dishes and beverages

#1 PIANO CAFÉ

Perfect brunch dish of IOW heritage tomatoes on local sourdough, garlic and avocado.

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Gate Lane, Freshwater, PO40 9PY thepianocafe.co.uk

2 1 #2 THE LLAMA TREE

Lashings of IOW tomatoes on these fresh sourdough pizzas. Finished in their wood ﬁred oven. Main Road, Wellow, PO41 0SZ thellamatree.co.uk

#3 STRIPPED

Try the house tomato salad with watermelon, olives, chilli dressing, coriander and ricotta salata. Amazing combination!

2 High Street, Ventnor, PO38 1RY strippedventnor.co.uk

#4 THE TOMATO STALL The home of Isle of Wight Tomatoes. It’s where it all started. Main Road, Arreton, PO30 3AR thetomatostall.co.uk x@ taste o f th e w ig h t a@ Taste IW b/t a st eoft hewight Editorial_Coffee 3 DPS V3.indd All Pages The Tomato StallCulture.indd TOTW 1 2019

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#6 THE DUCK

Don’t miss out on the double tomato risotto with pearl barley, tarragon, chicken supreme and fresh parmesan. Appley Rise, Ryde, PO33 1LE theduckiow.co.uk

#7 IW DISTILLERY

For the morning after or just a special aromatic treat. Enjoy a Red Snapper cocktail with the ﬁnest Isle of Wight gin and Isle of Wight tomato juice. The Mermaid Bar at the Wishing Well, Pondwell Hill, Seaview, PO33 1PX isleofwightdistillery.com

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One of the best breakfasts around and suitable for vegans. Mersley Lane, Newchurch, PO360NR thegarlicfarm.co.uk

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meet the producer Paul Thomas, The Tomato Stall What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? The sheer quality and diversity of products available. There are also some great venues on the island that champion local produce. We have put together a Tomato Trail on page34-35 of some of the best spots to eat and enjoy our tomatoes.

What is your local tipple? It would have to be an Island ‘Bloody Mary’ made with the Isle of Wight Distillery Rock Sea Salt Vodka, Isle of Wight Tomato Juice and touch of Isle of Wight Garlic.

What is your favourite dish you cook using Isle of Wight Tomatoes? A simple tomato tart using puff pastry, a selection of heritage tomato varieties, sliced and layered on to the pastry base and topped with Isle of Wight Cheese Company Blue Slipper. Served with a simple green salad.

It would have to be Quarr Abbey, such an amazing spot.

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Where is your favourite place for a cuppa and a slice of something nice?

What is your favourite event on the Island? That’s really difficult to answer as there are so many great events but I particularly enjoy Cowes Week.

The Tomato Stall, thetomatostall.co.uk 01983 866907

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Foodie Vacations

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There are plenty of places to stay here on the Island, many of which can combine a love of food and drink with the perfect setting for your foodie-break… A treat for all the senses, The Seaview Hotel Restaurant & Bar is a beautifully unique venue. Set in the picturesque sailing village of Seaview which has a distinctly nostalgic feel, the hotel is a mere hop, skip and a jump from the sea. So it should come as no surprise that seafood features heavily on the menu here, with dishes including stonebass in Madeira sauce or langoustine bisque. As well as the restaurant you will also find a ‘proper’ pub set inside the hotel. The Pump Bar has a laid-back atmosphere, with a wealth of local ales on tap and serving a traditional classic bar menu. seaviewhotel.co.uk

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Authentic Basque Cuisine • Daily Specials Large Range of Gluten Free Options • Wide selection of Artisan Gins Kilo Steak • Fresh Fish • Tasty Tapas • Authentic Paella

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One of the oldest and most prestigious hotels on the Island, The Royal Hotel has been welcoming gourmet travellers for over 180 years. Here, the chefs make the most of the local produce available right on their doorstep. Guests can dine in the exquisite restaurant or the more relaxed setting of the Brasserie or bar. When the weather is fine, enjoy dinner and drinks on the Geranium Terrace, or take a freshly prepared picnic and take in the amazing views from the Riviera Terrace. royalhoteliow.co.uk

Clockwise Left: Safari tent at Tom’s Eco Lodge. Right: Eco Pod at Tom’s Eco Lodge.Below: Safari Tent interior at Tom’s Echo Lodge.

Top: Afternoon tea on the terrace at The Royal Hotel. Clockwise Left: Room at the Royal Hotel. Right: Mackerel dish in the Brasserie. Below: Selection of cakes from The Royal’s afternoon tea.

Tom’s Eco Lodge is one of the Isle of Wight’s best-known glamping experiences with beautiful accommodation offered in a variety of quirky lodgings, including safari tents, eco pods, wood cabins, modulogs, and brand new for 2019, geodesic domes – all nestled in the glorious surroundings of Tapnell Farm. On site you will find The Cow Bar & Restaurant. Set in a converted Swiss barn, the chefs here champion the finest local produce on the menu, with fresh takes on home-cooked gastropub classics, and delicious steaks and burgers served straight from the grill. There are plenty of events that take place during the year and you can even meet the famous Wight Herd set around the farm – see if you can spot our very own Taste of the Wight cow! thecowco.com

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A beautiful plate from The Spinnaker.

If you want to stay in the ‘Village of the Year’ as awarded by BBC’s Countryfile Magazine, then you would be hard-pressed to find a better spot than The Spinnaker right in the heart of Bembridge village. There are 14 recently refurbished rooms to choose from as well as plenty of dining options. Try the pub menu for an excellent range of classic dishes with a twist, or, for a more special occasion (or just because), The Stern Room offers private dining with the menu featuring produce that has been heavily sourced from the Isle of Wight. thespinnakeriow.co.uk

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Crab starter at The Spinnaker.

Overlooking the lake, The Lakeside Park Hotel Bar and Brasserie benefits from an open environment with contemporary decor providing a unique space in which to enjoy a relaxed dining experience for around 100 guests. Open to non-residents. Advanced bookings are advised. Our popular daily specials menu is available for both lunch and dinner.

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OPEN DAILY Lunch 12 - 2.30pm. Dinner 6.30 - 9.30pm Ample parking available.

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If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character a-plenty you are after, then stay at one of the most iconic pubs on the Island, The Spyglass Inn. There are four selfcontained apartments, all offering far-reaching views over Ventnor Bay and the English Channel. Spend time in the pub, famed for its hearty food offering, with a good sprinkle of local seafood and in the morning, cook up a storm using the local produce provided.

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Images: The Spyglass Inn.

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meet the fisherman Ed Blake, Ventnor Haven Fishery

What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? There is a real hunger for local produce, particularly from second-homeowners. With the recent emphasis on food miles, the Island is a brilliant example of what can be achieved in a small area.

What is your favourite dish you cook using local seafood? My favourite dish to cook is crab linguine. It’s incredibly easy to cook but has wow factor. Fry off some garlic and red pepper or chilli until cooked, mix through some cooked linguine (spaghetti works just as well). Take off the heat, add some cream cheese, then add 50/50 cooked crab meat, stir in some spinach and allow the residual heat to warm the crab through and wilt the spinach. Perfect.

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Ventnor Haven Fishery supplies cafés and restaurants across the Island and they all do a fantastic job, but I still believe my mum cooks it the best. I suppose she’s had a bit of practice over the years!

What is your favourite event on the Island? There are plenty of fantastic parties on the Island, but my favourite event is one put on by nature. On certain summer evenings, the beaches on the south-west coast of the Island turn shimmering silver with whitebait. The mackerel herd the whitebait into foreshore until the waves chuck them up the beach and it provides one of the most beautiful sights you’ll see anywhere. If you’re lucky, you might spot a dolphin or two enjoying it as well.

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PIER STREET VENTNOR PO38 1SZ 01983 857757 THEVENTNORWINTERGARDENS.COM

RELAX AND TAKE IN THE VIEWS

The iconic Art Deco Winter Gardens in Ventnor is open every day for food from 9.30am, serving an imaginative menu freshly cooked using locally sourced produce whenever possible. With spectacular views and plenty of outside seating on the terrace and stunning balconies, it is the perfect stop off point to enjoy a drink or a meal on your way to the beach or to relax after exploring the town centre. Also home to a variety of entertainments, please view full details of the venue on www.theventnorwintergardens.com or by calling 01983 857757.

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Located at one of its highest points, The Culver Haven Inn boasts some of the best views on the Isle of Wight As well as an ever-changing variety of real ales, beers and wines, we also serve a range of delicious pub dishes

With friendly staff and a cosy atmosphere, The Culver Haven Inn is the perfect place to take the weight off of your feet â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or paws! Culver Down Road, Sandown PO36 8QT | culverhaven.com | 01983 406107 Editorial_Meet The Fisherman_Ed Blake.indd 13 Culver Haven Advert TOTW 1_018-522.indd

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FO RTHCO M IN G E V E N TS 4 - 6 May – 14 th ANNUAL ISLE OF WIGHT REAL ALE FESTIVAL 22 June – REAL ALE BAR, HOGROAST, STEAMPUNK & SUNSET SPECIALS 20 July – REAL ALE TRAIN 21 & 22 September – 3 rd ANNUAL CIDER & CHEESE FESTIVAL 12 & 13 October – BEER AND BUSES

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meet the landlord Tim Green & Humphrey the pub dog, The Culver Haven Inn What is the best bit about being a landlord? The ever changing trends in the food and drink trade. I have worked in pubs for 28 years now and the whole industry has changed beyond all recognition. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not like working in accountancy for instance, where the most exciting thing is a change in tax law.

What is your favourite local tipple? The HMS Victory Gin from the Island Distillery. I love selling real ales but havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite got the taste for them, but luckily my customers love them!

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Other than your pub, where would you go for a drink? I would go to a decent country pub with a good beer garden. There is nothing better than a warm sunny day, a cold drink and a good beer garden.

The Culver Haven Inn, culverhaven.com 01983 406107

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A marvel by day - A wonder by night Open daily in 2019: 8th April through to 3rd November (times varying through the Season)

CELEBRATING 202 YEARS Art & Photographic Exhibition Tea Garden & Gift Shop Nature & Heritage Displays Second World War Exhibition ADMIT ONE

Wander amid the natural tranquillity until dusk, and then enjoy the lights illuminating the narrow paths, streams and waterfalls.

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Shanklin Chine is now a Registered Charity (1173736). Admission through the vehicle of a Gift Aid Donation will allow us to carry out vital works within the Chine - a Site of Important Nature Conservation (SINC).

01983 866432 | Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6BW | www.shanklinchine.co.uk Follow us on

VISIT Our PuB on the Beach Shanklin’s original dining pub on the beach, Fisherman’s Cottage – boasting the most enviable beachfront location at the far end of Shanklin Esplanade. Famed for its home cooked lunches and dinners as well it’s warm welcome. The pub offers a mix of traditional pub classics alongside delicious seafood dishes which can often be found on the daily Specials Board. Frequented by savvy locals and discerning Island visitors, the pub is child and dog friendly and perfect for escaping to after a long day on the beach or following a coastal stroll around the bay from Sandown.

01983 863882 Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6BN

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NEW HOLMOOD HOTEL, RESTAURANT & BAR

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Situated on the water’s edge in Cowes. Open to non-residents all year round...

Offering ﬁne cuisine, light bites, teas, coffees, excellent wines and everything you would expect from this friendly, family owned hotel along with the most stunning views of the activities on the Solent.

There are plenty of dining options at the New Holmwood.

Make sure you reserve a table for our Sunday and Wednesday Carveries, traditional lunches always popular from couples through to family gatherings. Check out the view on the new webcam at newholmwoodhotel.co.uk to see what you are missing.

Watch yachts and cruise liners from the terrace.

Queen’s Road, Egypt Point, Cowes, PO31 8BW 01983 292508 newholmwoodhotel.co.uk

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VILLA Appetising locally sourced food & friendly, efficient service Daily specials & hearty favourites, all prepared on site Homemade cakes ~ Speciality teas & coffees Locally produced cider & ales A range of freshly filled baguettes & sandwiches

Brading Roman Villa, Morton Old Road, Brading, PO36 0PH Tel: 01983 406223

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Burger Hunters The burger. It is such a simple concept, but packs a real punch when it comes to taste (and, unfortunately, calories) but it is a staple choice for many (come on, who hasn’t gone to a really fancy restaurant and just wished they could order a burger?)

Winner of numerous burger-related awards, The Cow Bar & Restaurant at Tapnell Farm is a must-visit. Choose from classic burgers to smoked or burgers with chorizo. Can’t choose between them all? Thankfully, the folks at The Cow have prepared for this dilemma with a burger sharing platter consisting of three small burgers and two sides. Delish.

On the menu at cafés, fine dining restaurants, bistros and everything in between, the humble burger is a ubiquitous, dependable dish. Here’s our round-up of some of the best places to get your fill…

Burger-lovers should flock to The Bargeman’s Rest in Newport, for the sheer amount of options available. You might have to factor in a fair bit of deciding time as you have a whopping 13 burgers to choose from! Try the Gourmet Burger made especially for them by a local butcher which includes three super-tasty cuts of beef.

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Left: Activated charcoal burger special at The Blacksmiths. Right: “Cluckin’ Awesome” chicken burger from The Smokehouse.

Such a simple concept, but packs a real punch.

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The Cow Co Bar & Restaurant at Tapnell Farm.

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Brought together by a love of all things smoky, meaty and delicious, The Smokehouse Burger Co. in Newport is regularly jam-packed with burger fans. All of the gourmet Isle of Wight beef burgers are made on site, to the chef’s top secret recipe – a combination of steak mince and spices. Try the ‘Clint Beastwood’ a 6oz IW beef patty, slow-roasted Southern-State BBQ pulled pork, onion rings and smoky BBQ sauce. Wowzers. smokehouseburger.co

Uncomplicated and unfussy delicousness from Stripped.

The Blacksmiths, Newport, does one of the best local burgers around. The beef comes from Rowridge Farm, a mere mile or so away. Served with crispy bacon, Applewood Cheddar, lettuce and tomato, all served on a brioche bun alongside skinny fries, plus garlic aioli and tomato salsa. It keeps many a burger lover coming back for more. blacksmithsiow.co.uk

At Stripped in Ventnor, burgers take centre stage. The menu is uncomplicated and unfussy, promoting casual dining at its best. Choose from a veggie burger, cheeseburger and a regularly changing special burger. 13 burgers to choose from at The Bargeman’s Rest, made from local beef.

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Wines, Juices Liqueurs & Ciders

FREE WINERY TOURS Every Saturday, Sunday, Monday & Tuesday we will be offering FREE guided winery tours. Tours will commence at: 11am, 12pm, & 1pm and will last approximately 30 minutes. We will go through the winemaking process and the equipment used, followed by a tasting of our wines, juices, liqueurs and ciders. (Booking is not necessary.) At all times throughout the day our winery is open for you to self tour.

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FREE ADMISSION, GUIDE & TASTING VISUAL DISPLAYS WORKING WINERY - OPEN TO PUBLIC VINEYARD TRAIL - SELF GUIDED TOUR Vineleaf THE

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Set overlooking the vines!

March - October

MON - SAT 10:00 - 17:00 SUN 10:00 - 16:00 (Closed from 16:00 in October)

November & December TUE - SAT 10:00 - 16:00

CLOSED JANUARY & FEBRUARY

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THE GARLIC FARM From the zingy heat of raw garlic to the subtle sweetness of roasted cloves, The Garlic Farm have been experimenting with garlic for decades and are constantly pushing the boundaries of flavour. At The Garlic Farm shop and restaurant, you can sample an incredible spectrum of delicious garlicky flavours. The Boswell family are passionate about exceptional flavours and have opened up their farm to share their creations with you. The taste experience room gives you a chance to try any or all of the farm’s 60 plus products. The restaurant has a full menu of garlicky goodness with freshly prepared breakfasts and lunches using plenty of fresh garlic, local ingredients and foodie inspiration.

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01983 865378 thegarlicfarm.co.uk

7 DAYS A WEEK 9AM-5PM (9am-6pm during school Summer holidays)

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Plastic-free We are all becoming more aware of the impact our habits can have on the planet... 320 million tonnes of plastic was produced globally in 2016 and this is set to double by 2034. Society’s addiction to plastic has come about largely due to making our lives more convenient. Food and drink on the go, takeaways, grabbing a coffee etc but convenience has a consequence.

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Caffé Isola are one of the list of businesses tackling plastic pollution. Left Clockwise: The impact single-use plastic has is lasting. Middle: Surfers Against Sewage‘s mission is to save our oceans. Right: Swap plastic straws for paper or don’t take one at all.

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If you get as sad as we do when you see rubbish at the beach, why not take it away with you and help with the mission!

Simple changes in a business can make dramatic differences. Getting rid of sachets and offering condiments from bottles; eradicating plastic straws but having paper straws available (only if required) and offering alternatives such as glass bottles or cans.

A plastic bottle or coffee cup lid can last for 450 years in the marine environment, slowly fragmenting into smaller pieces which eventually end up microscopic, but never truly go away. This means that every piece of plastic that has ever been produced is still with us, in some form. Imagine if Queen Elizabeth 1 watched the Spanish Armada with a takeaway flat white in her hand, that cup and lid would still be floating in our seas!

There are some brilliant Island businesses doing their bit to tackle plastic pollution…

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Single-use plastics are used briefly and only once, but their impacts are lasting. Plastic is durable, cheap to produce and we’re consuming it at a staggering rate – current estimates show that at least 8 million pieces of plastic are entering the oceans every single day.

Caffé Isola The Old Barracks Tea Room The Dell Café The Big Kahuna The Wonkey Café The Beach Shack Café The Sundial Café Trade Winds Café Rylstone Tea Rooms South East Beach Café Lady Scarlett’s Tea Parlour Corries Cabin Bliss Ice Cream Parlour PO41 Coffee House Tapnell Farm Park The Piano Café The Freshwater Coffee House

Check out Surfers Against Sewage at sas.org.uk for ideas, facts and ways to move forward in helping our beautiful oceans. Check out the SAS website for how you can help and get involved.

Surfers Against Sewage.

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Closed Sundays

“As fresh as you like it” Tucked away in Brading (right next door to Oasis) Delysia Farm is a gift to the eyes as much as the belly. Produce at Delysia Farm is arguably as fresh as you can get, with owner John Day; catching, growing, smoking and preparing the vast majority himself.

• Freshly laid duck, goose and chicken eggs • Freshly picked fruit and vegetables • Crab and lobster caught from Bembridge Ledge • Onsite smoker smoking pheasant, partridge, trout and salmon when in season • Milk, cream and cheeses from Briddlesford Farm and Isle of Wight Cheese Co.

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meet the farmer Sue Brownrigg, Brownrigg’s Farm Shop & Café What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? I am really impressed with how our Island pubs have improved their food standards and offerings over the last decade. You can get some amazing meals.

What is your favourite local tipple? A Mermaid Gin with a Fever-Tree Tonic Water served with ice and lime and all the trimmings.

Where is your favourite place to go for dinner? The Chequers Inn, Rookley. Their Gallybagger soufflé is to die for!

What is your favourite event on the Island? Rhythmtree. I can’t wait to see Tankus The Henge again, they are one of the best acts I’ve ever seen!

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When the sun is shining

The Spyglass Inn’s unbeatable location makes for the perfect suntrap.

There are certain spots on the Island that really seem to bloom and come into their own when the sun is shining brightly in the sky. Take your pick from these places where you can enjoy the great outdoors and soak up some vitamin D whilst you tuck in…

On a sunny day, there is little better than sitting with a cool drink, looking out over golden sands to a twinkling blue sea. You could easily think you have landed on a Greek island but in fact, Driftwood Beach Bar in Sandown does the job just as well! Sit outside on the large decked area and enjoy a cocktail from the extensive menu (we recommend the new Dark & Stormy). The menu features plenty of fresh seafood as well as light bites, breakfasts and kids’ choices. Want to make a night of it? Why not book one of the brand new party booths which seat 14 people? Watch the sun setting whilst listening to some live music. Absolute bliss. Any closer to the sea at The Spyglass Inn, you will need to have your cossie on! Locations don’t come much better than this – perched right above the sea at the end of Ventnor Esplanade, you can easily lose a couple of hours sitting on the terrace gazing out across the English Channel. Enjoy proper pub favourites coupled with fresh seafood landed just along the beach at Ventnor Haven Fishery, or just relax with a cold pint, many of which come from our local breweries.

The Driftwood Bar, Sandown.

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Sit in the beautiful grounds and enjoy something from Quarr Abbey Tea and Farm Shop.

If you find yourself further inland, Quarr Abbey Tea and Farm Shop provide tasty, home-grown and home-cooked produce in stunning surrounds. Combine a trip to the historic abbey with a walk around the beautifully maintained grounds where you can feed the abbey’s own pigs before relaxing in the pretty tea garden. Here, you may get a visit from one of the friendly free-range chickens that roam around the garden.

You can dine right on the water at The Best Dressed Crab in Bembridge, the Island’s only floating restaurant. This houseboat-turnedseafood café is known for serving some of the best crab and lobster on the whole Island, caught mere metres away at Bembridge Ledge and surrounds. Served simply, the flavour speaks for itself. Sit outside and watch the boats go by in this working harbour.

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Tennyson Tearooms Local seafood restaurant Country family pub | Bed & breakfast A beautiful example of a traditional country pub set in outstanding surroundings.

Traditional English cream teas and homemade cakes available. Tennyson Tearooms is open daily so pop in and say hello!

Select your meal from the daily specials board, and enjoy an excellent meal either in the bar, restaurant or patio garden. We’re noted for our local meat, seafood and shellﬁsh. Complement your meal with a wine from our extensive wine list, or a pint of real ale. Walkers and cyclists welcome.

Pub Beer Festival Friday 5th – Sunday 7th July

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For a pub where you can literally feel the sand between your toes, it has to be Fisherman’s Cottage at the bottom of the historic Shanklin Chine. This beautiful thatched pub sits right on the beach at Shanklin. Built in 1837, it has been welcoming fishermen and patrons for years. Grab a seat outside and you can watch the kids play on the golden sands, before tucking into a hearty meal of fish and chips. Made with the Fisherman’s secret recipe batter which features local Isle of Wight beer, it keeps many coming back for more. fishermanscottageshanklin.co.uk

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Lucy and Keiron

SAILS CAFÉ

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Lucy and Keiron took on Sails Café in 2018 after a busy few years providing outside catering to popular Island events and to local tradespeople.

welcome you to Sails Café in the heart of the town of Cowes. Enjoy great coffee, fantastic cream teas, freshly prepared meals and soups, baguettes, paninis, sandwiches, jackets, a range of tempting sweet treats and much more. The atmosphere at Sails is friendly, inviting, and charming. Come and visit us!

Service with a smile.

Lucy came to the Isle of Wight in 1999 and set her heart on carving out a career in the hospitality business. Originally she started an outside catering business, attending many of the Island’s events and shows serving up tasty burgers, hot dogs and other favourite dishes. In 2018, Lucy and business partner Keiron, took over Sails Café just off of the High Street in Cowes. They have fast established a reputation for great food and is a ﬁrm-favourite with yachtsman, local residents and visitors alike. Sails Café serves up a range of hearty morning breakfasts, Island Roasted coffee, homemade soups, chillis and afternoon teas.

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Restaurant – Pizzeria – Deli Cafe 01983 811966 – 30 St. Thomas Street & 81 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2DL www.ristorantemichelangelo.co.uk AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE WITH A GREAT SELECTION OF VINTAGE ITALIAN WINES Quoted by the Sunday Time Magazine critic AA Gill, as one of the 3 best Northern Italian Restaurants in the UK (August 9 - 2015) Open daily (except Wednesday) from: 10am–10pm. Lunch: 12–3pm. Dinner: 5–10pm.

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Extensive specials board, predominantly homemade, using a range of local produce. Homemade vegetarian options & desserts. Dietary requirements catered for. Car park | Cosy Dining Pub | Booking advised Food served (high season): 12-2.30pm & 6pm-9pm Mon-Sat. 12-8pm Sun. Main Rd, Havenstreet, PO33 4DP 01983 883485 whitehartiow.co.uk

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Taste’s Top 10 Picnic Spots

The views here are spectacular ster on a clear day. and you can even see as far as Chiche

#1. CULVER DOWN.

#2.

COMPTON BAY. Possibly the Island's best-loved beach, the warm reddish -brown sands make it the perf ect spot for a picnic.

Just don't leave anyt hing in the car as it's a bit of a hike back.

There are so many beautiful spots on the Island to relax and enjoy a picnic, that it’s hard to pick our definitive top 10 but we gave it a good go! Here (in no particular order) are the Taste HQ’s favourite places to head for when the weather is good with a basket of food and a tipple or two…

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BRIGHSTONE FOREST.This is a great spot when the weather is a bit iffy, thank s to the shelter of the trees. Kids can make a fort, dogs can run about and parents can chill.

and watch #4. THE GREEN AT GURNARD. Sit hereduring the

#5. BRADING DOWN. The favourite haunt of many a "sit in your car with a sandw ich"-style lunch, Brading Down provides a spectacular vista. On summer days, there is normally an ice cream van for afters too.

the Yaverland. If you fancy a BBQ on is out and the tide the when spot great a is beach, this BBQs here. Isle of Wight Council does allow

#6. RED CLIFF.

you don't fancy d, grab one of the sitting on a blanket on the groun lucky, the Chale Farm picnic benches here and if you are most of the time! locally-made ice cream van is here

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ST HELENS DUVER. A great spot for the whole family, explore the pretty sand dunes and the beach plus there are plenty of amenities nearb y.

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around and the local sailing club zipping and catamarans in the summer months, spot yachts water for the many regattas.

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by the Gardens visit a National Trust, combine d gardens. the warm and sheltere with a family picnic in t to behold. sigh a are life wild The plants, flowers and

DENS. Managed #9. MOTTISTONE GAR to Mottistone

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LS CHIMNEY. Halfway between Shanklin and Ventnor, at the top of the "chimney" is a small wild flower meadow complete with picnic benches. Rest your legs after exploring the surro unding area in this sheltered suntrap.

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The Island’s Favourite

FAMILY PUB

★NEW FOR 2019★ Ice Cream Factory and Outside Toddler’s Play Area

★ Food served all day, every day ★

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Plus… Captain Caulkheads Pirate Ship, Indoor Play Area and Great Kid’s Menu for Youngsters

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42 Avenue Road, Sandown, IOW, PO36 8AY Tel: 01983 405080

*Valid Monday–Friday between Midday & 5pm. One voucher per transaction. Voucher to be presented when ordering. 10% off food only. Offer expires 31st October 2019. E&OE.

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WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR BEAUTIFUL LOCATION BY THE SEA. Come and enjoy Totland Bay on the west side of the Island. Experience some of the finest sunsets in Europe over a drink, or our freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine. Our mouthwatering menu includes pastas, locally caught fish, crab and lobster, daily specials and much more.

Food served daily | Lunch 12 – 4pm | Evenings 5 – 8pm 01983 756969 | eatbythesea.com | The Beach, Totland Bay, PO39 0BQ

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ANDERS RESTAURANT

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Varied à la carte menu | Blackboard specials Local produce | Home made desserts | 2 course menu £20 3 course menu £24.50 |Traditional Sunday lunch Light lunches from £6

Upper Green Road, St Helens, Ryde, PO33 1UQ Tel 01983 872014 | www.ganders.co.uk

Independent Coffee House • Freshly Made Sweet & Savoury Bubble Waffles Locally Roasted Barista Made Coffee • Large Vegan & Gluten Free Food & Drink Offering Themed Milk Shake Menu • Paninis & Homemade Cakes • Fruit Smoothies Delicious Belgian Hot Chocolate Range • Welcoming & Cosy Coffee House Loose Leaf Tea • Dog Friendly • Superfast WiFi & USB Charging Points Takeaway Available On All Food & Drink • Regular Events – Movie & Food Nights, Retro Gaming Nights, Comic Book Artist Teaching Sessions

Open Monday–Saturday from 8am–6pm, Sunday 9am-4pm 59 Pyle Street, Newport, PO30 1UL | 01983 559000 comicoffeeuk

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VENTNOR BOTANIC GARDEN With its magniﬁcent location in the Ventnor Undercliff, Ventnor Botanic Garden has an unparalleled collection of plants and regularly utilises these in its edulis restaurant... Head Chef Brad Roe, who has an AA Rosette Award to his name as well as 20 years working in Michelin star restaurants, can often be seen foraging both the nurseries and the garden itself, looking for unique salad leaves, edible ﬂowers and new and exotic plants and micro herbs that he incorporates into the edulis menu, ‘edulis’ meaning ‘edible’ in Latin.

Try the garden’s own produce including chutneys, relishes, preserves, oyster mushrooms and salsa. If you like a beer, try an organic ale or lager, brewed using the varieties of hops grown in the garden.

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The dynamic pairing of Brad with the garden’s curator, Chris Kidd, marries ﬁne dining with the creative use of garden-grown plants, from garden to table. Together they are continually adding new plants to the kitchen, exploring individual and combination ﬂavours and creating new and exotic tastes. The garden has also introduced evening dining in edulis, comprising a series of themed tasting menus including Plant Based, Isle of Wight Produce, South American, Carnivore and Seafood.

The Plantation Room Café is open throughout the day from 10am until 5pm serving teas, barista coffee, homemade cakes and light lunches. Undercliff Drive, Ventnor PO38 1UL 01983 855397 botanic.co.uk

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T H E B LAC KS M I T H’ S CALBOUR NE R OAD , N EWP ORT, P O3 0 5SS

Rob & Rachel from The Pointer Inn welcome you to The Blacksmiths Enjoy stunning panoramic views from The Spinnaker Tower to the Beaulieu River FINE FOOD MADE WITH FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE | Real ales & extensive wine list Children’s play area | Delicious Sunday roast dinners | Dogs welcome Food served Monday-Thursday 12-2:30pm & 5:30-9pm Friday and Saturday 12-9pm | Sunday 12-6pm 0 19 8 3 529 26 3 | reserva t i o nsb la c ksm ithsiow@gm ail.com b x a

THE POINTER INN HIGH STREET, NEWCHURCH PO36 ONN AWARD WINNING COUNTRY PUB, WITH A HEATED OUTSIDE VERANDA AND VIEWS ACROSS THE NEWCHURCH COUNTRYSIDE Enjoy a refreshing pint and try some of our fine food made with fresh local produce in a happy & friendly atmosphere. Daily specials board available. Beautiful Sunday roast dinners. Dogs welcome. bs “Britains top pu ch”, lun ay nd Su for h - The Telegrap

FOOD SERVED MON - SAT 12 - 9.30PM. SUNDAY 12 - 9PM. SUNDAY LUNCH FROM 12PM.

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THE STEAMER INN Situated on the beach at Shanklin overlooking Sandown Bay, The Steamer Inn enjoys some of the best views on the Isle of Wight.

The Steamer Inn offers a changing menu in accordance with the season. Using locally caught ďŹ sh and meats from local farms, the food will excite and delight you. Offering a great selection of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. Complement your meal with a drink from the extensive wine list or try a real ale, many of which are brewed locally. Live music is a key part of a visit. Experience talented local musicians playing everything from jazz to folk music most Friday and Saturday evenings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and Sunday lunchtimes too. Extend your visit with a stay in one of the en-suite rooms. A perfect location to explore the beautiful Isle of Wight.

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18 Esplanade, Shanklin PO37 6BS 01983 862641 thesteamer.co.uk b /thesteamerinn

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meet the forager Alex Richards, Forager, Island Wild Food What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? There’s lots of small unique companies on the Island doing amazing things and making some excellent local produce.

What is your favourite item to forage? That’s hard to answer as it depends on the season, but it would be elderflower or wild fennel in the summer, sea buckthorn or elderberries in autumn, sea beet in winter and wild garlic or nettles in spring.

What is your favourite dish to cook using foraged ingredients? I’ve got really into making nettle pancakes recently. I like them with my home-made foraged crab apple jelly or gorse flower syrup.

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Where is your favourite place to go out to eat on the Island? I usually like to eat outdoors at the beach or make something somewhere by the sea in my camper van. If I had to pick somewhere to buy food though, I’d say Wightwood Pizza van. Can’t beat a pizza on the beach at Freshwater Bay.

What is your favourite event on the Island? Rhythmtree Festival as it’s nice and small, with lots of friendly people and tasty food, but I do have to escape each day for a swim in the sea!

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The Breeze Restaurant & Bar is situated within the beautiful surroundings of Island Harbour Marina.

THE BREEZE

Visit the Breeze Restaurant and Bar at the picturesque Island Harbour Marina, where a very warm welcome awaits you...

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BREAK FAST | LUNCH | DINNER SNACKS | TEA & COF F EE A SELECTION OF WINE, BEERS & SP IRI TS SUN–THURS: 9AM–10.30PM F RI–SAT: 9AM–11PM

Call to book on 01983 533388 island-harbour.co.uk/thebreeze/ Find us at The Breeze, Island Harbour Mill Lane, Newport, PO30 2LA

A great spot for all of the family with large dining room and a separate function room. The outside seating area and open-air seating platform are perfect for enjoying views over the marina and the beautiful River Medina. All meals are home-cooked from fresh local produce, with the aim of producing a quality dining experience at very reasonable prices. Overlooking the picturesque marina and scenic Medina Valley. It’s perfectly located for riverside walks and in close proximity to a cycle track. Enjoy an evening drink listening to regular live music, whilst watching the sun setting over the west bank of the river. 01983 533388 island-harbour.co.uk

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More Tea Vicar?

The cream tea has been a UK holidaymakers’ staple treat for decades and its popularity shows little signs of waning with plenty of options on offer. A good cream tea will keep people talking and coming back for more.

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Dimbola Lodge – home to Julia’s Tea Room.

Here’s our round-up of some of the best places on the Isle of Wight… The Pearl Café is a real hidden gem (sorry) of a place. Prepare for some of the most breathtaking views on the Island as you sit down with your cream tea. Choose from a classic sweet or a savoury option served up with a slightly curryspiced chutney that is out of this world. iowpearl.com Julia’s Tea Room is housed in the iconic Dimbola, the former home of Julia Margaret Cameron, one of the most important early photographers and a pioneer of photography as an art form.

The cream teas and cakes here are legendary. Enjoy them in the cosy tea room, once the salon of Julia Margaret Cameron and where she entertained guests, or in the pretty, sunny garden with views to Freshwater Bay and the sea. dimbola.co.uk Enjoy a cream tea in a traditional country pub setting at The Highdown Inn. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and close to the Tennyson Trail, it’s the perfect stop-off for walkers and cyclists who have worked up an appetite. Take your cream tea at the bar or in the adjoining restaurant and when the sun is out, the garden is perfect to relax in. highdowninn.com Make like celebrity chef James Martin and visit Bluebells Café at Briddlesford Lodge Farm Shop. He recently popped in whilst filming the popular ‘James Martin’s Great British Adventure’. Enjoy home-made scones, served with their very own golden Briddlesford butter plus raspberry and loganberry jam from The Fruit Bowl in Newchurch. The part that makes it really special is adding their own clotted cream made in the Bluebells’ kitchen with the cream from the awardwinning herd of Guernsey cows. Couple this with a refreshing pot of breakfast tea, served with Briddlesford milk (naturally).

Cream tea, country pub style, at The Highdown Inn.

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Vegan Island

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From the garden to the plate – Ventnor Botanic Garden.

Unless you have been living under a rock, you cannot have missed the rise of veganism into the mainstream eating trends.... Gone are the days when vegan eating was restricted to in the ‘middle of a field at a slightly off the wall festival’. These days, your local pub is as likely to serve a few vegan choices as having roasted peanuts behind the bar. With a fantastic, just launched vegan menu, The Anchor in Cowes is a great place to visit. One of the most popular pubs in Cowes, it’s famed for its laid-back vibe, live music and now, its varied menu. Try dishes such as sizzling spicy fajitas as recommended by the chef. theanchorcowes.co.uk

Tansy’s Pantry, Godshill will blow your mind with tasty, completely vegan, food.

A new restaurant, devoted solely to vegan food and drink, opened its doors just this spring. From the people behind Tansy’s Pantry (a lovely green double-decker bus full of vegan treats and tastiness, a regular feature at events and festivals across the Island) set in the heart of Godshill, it is fast gaining a must-visit reputation. Try the spicy chickpea and lentil dahl or the mouth-watering clementine chocolate orange cake. tansyspantry.co.uk

For pub grub, places such as The Sun Inn, Calbourne, The Waterfront, Totland and The Steamer Inn, Shanklin all offer a wide range of meat and dairy-free home-made dishes, plus puddings too. The Quay Arts Café (quayarts.org/cafe) has a new chef and guess what, he’s vegan. Their usual veggie-friendly menu has been even further uplifted with all sorts of savoury delights and the hot chocolate even includes dairy-free whipped cream!

The Anchor, Cowes have their own vegan menu as well as specials.

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Fuel up on vegan treats in The Cow Co Restaurant & Bar.

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Tapnell Farm Park walks the line between something that pleases carnivores (the main restaurant is called ‘The Cow’ so pretty obvious what you can get there, beef at its best) but the Farm Park Café offers a whole host of vegan items, including cakes, light bites and loads of treats for the kids too. Dairy-free yoghurts, hot chocolates and lattes are served alongside vegan burgers. tapnellfarmpark.com ComiCoffee in Newport has its own vegan menu with a range of sweet or savoury waffles, paninis and non-milkshakes. This hybrid coffee house/ comic store offers a warm, inviting space to hang out where you can drink speciality beverages whilst reading your favourite comics or novels. b /comiccoffeeuk

Above: Rosemary flower soup at Ventnor Botanic Garden. Below: The view from the balcony at Three Buoys in Ryde.

Vegan nights are popping up all over the show too, whether at the local pub, or restaurants such as edulis at Ventnor Botanic Garden who regularly host themed nights and have a great range of vegan dishes on the menu. For posh nosh, places such as Three Buoys in Appley and The Seaview Hotel serve spectacular dishes free of meat. Check out the vegan waffles at ComiCoffee – they won’t disapoint.

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QUIRKY & DELICIOUS FLAVOURED VODKAS & VODKA LIQUEURS

We forage for and grow beautiful ingredients, then steep them in fine vodka for absolutely ages.

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PREPARED BY HAND AND MADE WITH LOVE ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT

For more information visit

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LICENSED CONTEMPORARY CAFÉ ON SHANKLIN’S HIGH STREET

Open Tuesday to Saturday 9.30am – 4.30pm | Free WiFi available | Dog friendly

Loose leaf teas, Island Roasted Coffee and delicious homemade cakes. Sandwiches, light breakfast and snacks, panini and salads, freshly made to order. Daily specials, plus Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options available.

26 HIGH STREET SHANKLIN PO37 6JY 01983 868 393 thelimetreeiw.co.uk

Our Own Hand-Roasted Coffee, Teas, Hot Chocolates, Light Lunches & Tasty Home Baked Goods

The Old Post Office (Opposite The George), Quay Street, Yarmouth PO41 0PB 01983 761105

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THE BARGEMAN'S REST

Set on Little London Quay, The Bargeman’s Rest is located close to Newport town centre and is the perfect pitstop on a walk along the River Medina. Experience the cosy, friendly atmosphere and nautical charm, a nod to the area’s trading port heritage. The Bargeman’s Rest offers an extensive menu and regularly changing specials board that varies with the seasons. The menu consists of fresh and tasty dishes using some of the best local produce that the Isle of Wight has to offer with a great selection of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. Complement your meal with a drink from the extensive wine list or try one of the many real ales, several of which are brewed locally.

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Live music is a key part of a trip to The Bargeman’s Rest. Experience talented musicians playing everything from jazz to folk music, most nights of the week and weekends.

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Eat where you live...

BROWNRIGG’S FARM SHOP & CAFE

Newport Rd, Godshill, PO38 3LY 1 Tel: 01983 840191 1 brownriggfarmmeats.co.uk Monday – Saturday: 9am – 5:30pm 1 Sunday: 9am – 4pm

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~ Royal China ~ 16 High Street, Sandown PO36 8DE | Chinese Restaurant

A wide selection of Peking, Cantonese & Szechaun dishes. Fine food, cool décor, a smart, stylish bar & amazing authentic cuisine. Food is all freshly prepared by a master chef with over 25 years’ experience. You’ll be well looked after from the moment you step inside the door. Lunch: 12noon - 2.15pm Evening: 5.30pm - 11.30pm Open till midnight Fri & Sat 7 days a week, all year round including Bank Holidays Takeaway available with delivery 5.30pm - 11pm

Tel: 01983 401128 or 402777 | www.royalchinaiow.co.uk

Wide selection of real ales, lagers, wines and spirits.

THE VILLAGE SHOP - BRIGHSTONE -

Fresh Local Veg, IW Cheese and Eggs IW Farm Milk, IW Bread and Flour Good Wine Selection Local Meats General Groceries & Fresh Sandwiches Post Ofﬁce 01983 740843 Brighstone, PO30 4AH brighstonevillageshop.co.uk

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Open Mon - Sat 7.30am - 7pm Sun 8.30am - 5pm

Live entertainment every Saturday and karaoke every Wednesday. Less than 5 minutes walk from both train and bus stations. Designated pool table area and darts. It’s here that locals come to drink!

THE FALCON

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THE DAIRYMAN'S DAUGHTER

The Dairymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughter is a bustling freehouse nestled right in the centre of Arreton Barns at the heart of the Isle of Wight.

Popular with townies and farmers from the neighbouring fields around the Valley, you will find a traditional feel and welcoming atmosphere. There is an extensive menu featuring some of the best in local produce and homemade favourites, with many being adaptable for specific dietary requirement dishes including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan, as well as a kids menu. There are plenty of real ales and fine wines on offer to complement your meal. Live music is a regular feature of The Dairymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Daughter and the folk night is one of the most popular events on the music calendar, taking place weekly. There are plenty of events throughout the year including real ale festivals and the legendary Sweetcorn Fayre.

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meet the landlord Jay Chapman, Ye Olde Village Inn

What is the best thing about the Isle of Wight foodie scene? It’s the diversity and quality of the food available here. We are punching above our weight with a really unique food empire.

What is the one dish on your menu you keep coming back to? I love my 12 different curries – beef and horseradish and Malay, a spicy chicken curry, are amongst my favourites.

Where is your favourite place to eat on the Island? The Seaview Hotel Restaurant. The food is great and then I love popping into the pub there, The Pump Bar for a beer after.

What is your favourite event on the Island? Page 86

Isle of Wight Classic Beer, Buses and Walks Weekend. It’s wonderful to see so many real ale fans on the Island and in my pub!

01983 872616 yeoldevillageinn.co.uk

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THE REEF

A very popular, family-run, restaurant and bar, in a prime location overlooking the stunning Sandown Bay...

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During the summer you could quite easily forget you were even in Sandown and think you were somewhere in the Mediterranean with the outside decking area offers uninterrupted views over the sandy beach.

Vibrant atmosphere, fantastic food and friendly service.

Established for eight years, The Reef has built up a strong trade with both locals and tourists alike. Offering a relaxed, unpretentious dining experience, whilst not compromising on the quality of food, service or atmosphere. With delicious homemade fresh food, the extensive menu is designed to have something for everyone, including a healthy childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu. The word about town is that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave here without trying their famous Malteser cake! With the vibrant atmosphere, fantastic food, friendly service and great value for money, this place is a must to try! A perfect place for families, couples and groups of friends to either celebrate an occasion or just meet up for lunch.

Perched right on the seafront with panoramic views of the bay.

The Esplanade, Sandown, PO36 8AE 01983 403219 thereefsandown.co.uk

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Lazy Sunday Afternoon

One of the nation’s most-loved dishes, the Sunday roast is synonymous with family – it’s a time for everyone to get together, share stories of the week gone by and look to the week ahead. From casual pubs to high-end restaurants, the roast dinner is one of the most important dishes on the menu… In the heart of the pretty village of Shorwell, The Crown Inn is a great place to take the whole family for a roast dinner. If the weather is fine, the garden really comes into its own with a freshwater trout stream and duck sanctuary, plus a play area for the kids. Inside, you will find a cosy and traditional pub, complete with its very own resident ghost. As for the roast itself, there are usually several meats, including a locallysourced option and a veggie choice. characterinns.co.uk

The Crown Inn, Shorwell, the perfect spot for a roast.

Combine a river walk with a tasty roast at The Breeze Restaurant. Set in Island Harbour Marina, you can sit outside on the large terrace and watch the boats bobbing about with some ambient live music in the background. Kids can play on the outdoor play area with climbing frames and swings. There are plenty of choices for your dinner with sirloin of beef, lamb and turkey regularly on the menu, plus nut roast too. Super hungry? Why not upgrade to the extra-large meal? island-harbour.co.uk

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For a roast dinner with a view then try The Culver Haven Inn.

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For a grown-up, sophisticated take on a classic, Artisan Bar and Kitchen in Ryde is a great spot to relax and let someone else cook the roast dinner. Here, you can have two roast dinners plus a carafe of either house red or white wine for just £30. The Yorkshire pudding alone is worth booking for! artisanbars.co.uk

Artisan, Ryde’s blackboard menu for Sunday roasts.

If it’s a roast with a view you are after, then look no further than The Culver Haven Inn. Perched at the very top of Culver Down, look towards the cliffs of Shanklin in one direction and down towards Whitecliff Bay in the other. If you are bringing your four-legged friend, dogs will be welcomed by resident pub-dog Humphrey. culverhaven.com

The Chequers Inn, Rookley has been serving up roast dinners for decades. A real family-friendly pub in the heart of some of the Island’s most stunning countryside, you can enjoy the popular carvery every Sunday. Local meats are served alongside seasonal veg and you can wash it down with a local pint (or two). The Chequers Inn, Rookley.

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TASTY WHAT'S ON GUIDE... Events to sink your teeth into! Find out more on tasteofthewight.co.uk

Sunday Afternoon Sessions The Garlic Farm

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7, 14 & 21 April 16:00-20:00

Join in on the terrace of The Garlic Farm Restaurant to kick back, relax and listen to local Isle of Wight musicians. Al fresco drinks and dining. Large grassy area for the children to play, children’s play area and beautiful sounds. thegarlicfarm.co.uk

The Boathouse Bake Off The Boathouse 13 April All Day

The Boathouse are holding the 4th edition of the ‘Great Boathouse Bake Off’. See website and social media for details and prizes on offer. innsofdistinction.co.uk

Dairyman’s Daughter Beer Festival The Dairyman’s Daughter 13-22 April All Day

The Dairyman’s Daughter are hosting the Beer Festival from 13-22 April. Featuring 16 real ales and 4 ciders, this is your opportunity to taste something different and maybe find yourself a new favourite. arretonbarns.co.uk Family Supper with Magical Entertainment The Garlic Farm

10 & 17 April 18:00-21:00

Join in at the Garlic Farm Restaurant for a family-friendly supper with entertainment from brilliant local magicians. A selection of table magic, magic shows and fun. Kids can also make use of the play area and the beautiful gardens. thegarlicfarm.co.uk

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Fermentation Workshop with ‘Cooking with Josephine’ The Garlic Farm

Julia's Tea Room Dimbola Museum & Galleries

18 April

Learn all about the ancient art of fermentation, from the history of kimchi to the health benefits of kefir and kombucha. In a 3-hour workshop, Josephine will teach you how to make your own kimchi using locally grown, organic vegetables, Milk and Water kefir and kombucha. There will be tastings throughout the evening followed by a vegetarian, fermentation inspired light supper. thegarlicfarm.co.uk Easter Egg Hunt The Crown Inn 21 April 15:00

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Roast Lamb Lunch edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden

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The ever-popular annual Easter egg hunt held at the Crown Inn, Shorwell returns for another year. Relax beside the famous fresh water trout stream in our tranquil pub garden and feed the resident ducks.

Enjoy delicious homemade cakes, cream teas and light lunches in the former home of pioneering photographer Julia Margaret Cameron Victorian afternoon teas and traditional Sunday lunches served in our cosy tea room or sunny garden.

21 April

A chance to take all the family to the southern side of the Island and enjoy an Easter Sunday roast, soaking up The Undercliff microclimate and beautiful scenes in Ventnor Botanic Garden. Vegan and gluten free options available. Additional children’s activities will also be taking place at the garden. botanic.co.uk

Moules & Frites Fridays The Fishbourne 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 May Evenings

‘Moules and Frites night’ makes its return for 2019, this time you can savour the French classic every Friday evening throughout May. Booking is essential.

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IW Produce Night The Boathouse 18 May

Celebrating the best our ‘Garden Isle’ has to offer with this IW Produce Night. Dishes created by the head chef and his team using the best produce from across the Island. From cheese to crab to beef to potatoes – creating some amazing dishes. Places for this will be in high demand so be sure to book early! innsofdistinction.co.uk 14th Annual Isle of Wight Real Ale Festival IW Steam Railway

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4-6 May 11:00-16:00

The perfect way to enjoy the Bank Holiday Weekend. Sample ales from all over the country including some locally brewed ones while listening to live local music. Then take a 10 mile round trip aboard one of the steam trains and contemplate round two! iwsteamrailway.co.uk

The Great British Gin Festival Cowes Yacht Haven 25 May 12:00-16:00

Prepare to have your taste buds tantalised as you try 100 of the best gins from around the world! thegreatbritishginfest.co.uk Rum and Reggae Festival Cowes Yacht Haven 25 May 19:00-23:00

Gin and Ale Festival The Crown Inn 4-6 May All Day

Fun for all the family, featuring live music, a BBQ, a bouncy castle and face painting for the kiddies, while you laze the day away sampling the many gins and ales on offer the children can enjoy the free entertainment provided. characterinns.co.uk

Wolverton Folk and Blues Fair Wolverton Manor 11 May All Day

With an IW real ale beer tent, BBQ, tea tent, children’s activities, craft stalls, circus skills and morris dancing, The Wolverton Folk & Blues Fair looks set to be a great opportunity to enjoy top live music and great festival food, set against the backdrop of the beautiful West Wight scenery. folkandblues.org.uk

It’s time to LIGHT UP THE PLACE, with the widest selection of rums and the smoothest selection of reggae music in the UK! Take a rum journey around the world, hosted by the Reggae Sound System, tasting rare and special craft rums from the West Indies, Cuba, South America and The United States. rumandreggaefestival.com Cowes Big Lunch Northwood House 2 June 12:00-18:00

Now recognised as the town’s official annual get-together, the Cowes Big Lunch returns again on Sunday, 2nd June 2019 for an even bigger free community celebration. From midday, residents of Cowes and their friends and families are invited to join together for a giant picnic in Northwood Park on the lawns of the house, with lots of free entertainment and fun for the whole family to enjoy. northwoodhouse.org

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Plant Based Dining Night edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden 6 June

2019 sees the return of the themed taster nights in edulis restaurant, hosted by talented chef, Brad Roe. With a variety of themes to suit everyone, you will be welcomed on arrival with a complimentary glass of prosecco, followed by four dishes created by Brad to suit the theme, using ingredients both picked from the garden and sourced locally. Brad has an AA Rosette Award to his name as well as 20 years of experience in Michelin star restaurants, so these taster nights are not to be missed! botanic.co.uk

open early til late 7 DAYS A WEEK

driftwood

beach bar N Grill

Culver Parade, Sandown Beach I.W Po36 8AT Tel : 01983 404004

Location, location, location

FABULOUS BREAKFASTS BREAKFAST SERVED TIL 11am

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Speciality teas . Coffees . Juices & soft drinks

Seafood Night The Boathouse

Leisurely lunches

7 June 19:00

Paying tribute to the Island’s greatest product, seafood. The chefs at The Boathouse will be creating dishes using seafood from the Island’s waters and beyond. Along with the dishes, the resident wine merchant will also be recommending matches to enhance your enjoyment. innsofdistinction.co.uk

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World Gin Day The Crown Inn 8 June All Day

All about celebrating the Queen’s birthday in a way that she would appreciate herself, its World Gin Day! Get on down to The Crown Inn, Shorwell and sample some of the many gins they have on offer and toast to the Queen’s birthday. characterinns.co.uk

A large selection of beers ciders wines spirits & cocktails

To reserve a table call 404004

‘The Place to Taste’

www.driftwoodbeachbar.com

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Summer Solstice Garlic & Ghosts Evening The Garlic Farm 21 June

A delicious garlicky two-course dinner will be served in the restaurant to provide you with full garlic protection followed by a talk by Marc Tuckey about the ghosts of the local area by way of introduction before you walk to the famously haunted ‘Knighton Gorges’ less than 1 mile away across ancient footpaths through the fields as the sun sets. thegarlicfarm.co.uk

Rhythmtree Festival Three Gates Farm 12-14 July All Day

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With an unsurpassed reputation for bringing together a diverse, rich mix of high quality music and family entertainment, Rhythmtree Festival 2019 will showcase an increasingly diverse range of music with musicians from the Island, UK and beyond. This safe, friendly, family-orientated festival is held in beautiful, tree surrounded farmland, close to the West Wight Heritage Coast and free camping and parking are included in the weekend ticket price. rhythmtree.co.uk

RIWAS County Show Isle of Wight County Show Ground 30 June 9:00-17:00

The Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society supports and raises awareness of, agriculture and the natural environment on the Isle of Wight, dating back to the reign of Queen Victoria. riwas.org.uk

Isle of Wight Produce Night edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden 18 July

Isle of Wight produce is the star of the show at this popular themed night. botanic.co.uk

As You Like It – An Outdoor Shakespeare Performance The Garlic Farm 21 July 19:30

Live Music Thursday The Fishbourne 4, 12, 19 & 26 July 18:30

As always in July, Thursday evenings are for live music and cocktails. Each week a local acoustic artist will play on the patio accompanied by the clinking of cocktail glasses! innsofdistinction.co.uk

“All the world’s a stage...” Join one of Shakespeare’s most famous heroines, Rosalind, as she makes her way in a world full of power, jealousy and tyranny. In fear for her life and in search of true love, she flees her heritage with her cousin Celia and fool Touchstone. Will disguising herself as a country lad lead her to a new life full of hope, laughter, and her banished father? thegarlicfarm.co.uk

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The Vegan Festival Ventnor Botanic Garden 21 July

The Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vegan Festival is a unique day packed exclusively with all things vegan. The garden will be filled with vegan related stands, ranging from food to clothing and skincare products, plus activities in the health and fitness studios. There will also be live music to keep you entertained. Entry to this event will be completely FREE.

Real Ales

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South American Night edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden 1 August

Get set for a South American taste sensation as the chefs take you on a journey with the very best in Latin food. botanic.co.uk

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The Isle of Wight Brewery, the brewer of Award Winning Island Ales offer a stunning core range of traditional real ales together with Seasonal beers introduced throughout the year. Page 97

Available in cask, bottles, polypins or mini casks which are ideal for parties or your own personal beer festival. Free Island-wide delivery.

Chale Show Chale Recreation Ground 3-4 August 10:00-17:00

The Chale Show offers something for everyone, A wonderful family day out either or both days! Grown from just a village show this popular summer event now attracts thousands of people annually. With so much to do there is something sure to keep all members of the family entertained. thechaleshow.co.uk

01983 821731 Dinglers Farm, Yarmouth Road, Shalfleet, PO30 4LZ

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Lymington Seafood Festival Bath Road Park 10-11 August All Day

The good people at the Lymington Seafood Festival have scoured the New Forest and the South Coast for some of the most exciting and innovative artisan food and drink producers, who’ll be cooking up around 300 different delicacies across the weekend. lymingtonseafoodfestival.co.uk

Carnivore Feast Night edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden 22 August

Meat eaters rejoice at this carnivore centric evening. Meat will most certainly be on the menu! botanic.co.uk

The Duck Race The Crown Inn 26 August All Day

Fun for all the family this bank holiday, featuring live music, a BBQ, a bouncy castle and face painting for the kiddies. With the annual Duck Race you can enjoy the free entertainment provided. characterinns.co.uk

National Burger Day The Crown Inn 27 August All Day Page 98

Featuring an exciting menu with a range of speciality burgers. characterinns.co.uk The Garlic Festival Fighting Cocks Crossroads 17-18 August 10:00-18:30

Set against a beautiful backdrop of rolling green hills and farmland, the Garlic Festival is located just outside of Newchurch at the heart of the stunning Isle of Wight. The show is food and entertainment at its very best. A vast array of eats, treats, sights and sounds to suit all tastes and ages. With garlic and food marquees, cooking demonstrations from top Island chefs in the theatre kitchen, children’s entertainers, archery and a giant fun-fair. Enjoy hundreds of Arts and Craft stalls and scrummy produce to tempt your taste buds. There are businesses and market stalls, talented animals and arena entertainment. Plus, live music on the big stage, a big beer tent and straw bales so you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere. garlicfestival.co.uk

Seafood Night edulis, Ventnor Botanic Garden 29 August

Try the freshest seafood, fished in our local waters at this special themed event. You will be welcomed on arrival with a complimentary glass of prosecco, followed by four dishes created by Brad, using ingredients both picked from the garden and sourced locally. botanic.co.uk

Steak Night The Boathouse 6, 13, 20 & 27 September

The Boathouse’s Friday night steak nights are back! With amazing deals on steaks, sides and drinks this is an offer not to be missed! Offer is only available to prereserved tables only, don’t miss out! innsofdistinction.co.uk

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CHURCHILLS Enjoy a light lunch, snacks, cakes or a cream tea at Churchills, the in house café at the Wight Military and Heritage Museum. 3rd Isle of Wight Cider & Cheese Festival IW Steam Railway

21-22 September 10:00-17:00

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The Isle of Wight Steam Railway are bringing back the Isle of Wight Cider and Cheese Festvial for the third year running! Bask in the glory that is cider and cheese and select your favourites! iwsteamrailway.co.uk

Wine Night – With a Difference The Fishbourne 21 September

September brings a wine night with a difference. Hosted by wine guru, Jane Karabasic, from Majestic Wines this is a chance to compare bottles of fizz from across the world. A ticketed event with limited numbers, so be sure to book your places early! Nibbles will be provided!

Entry to the museum is not necessary to enjoy the atmosphere at Churchills.

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Hops Festival Ventnor Botanic Garden 22 September All Day

Enjoy this unique day, celebrating Ventnor Botanic Garden’s own beer made with the hops grown in the garden. Lots of local food and local music will be there on the day. Donations taken upon entry. botanic.co.uk

WIGHT MILITARY & HERITAGE MUSEUM 490 Newport Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8QU.

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Oktoberfest The Fishbourne

World Food Day The Crown Inn

7-13 October

Oktoberfest Fishbourne style! October will see us expanding the already large range of craft beers, real ales and lagers to pay homage to Germanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest celebration. New and exciting small batch produced beers on offer along with daily special offers too. innsofdistinction.co.uk

16 October All Day

Featuring a special menu of speciality meals from around the world. characterinns.co.uk

Vegan Lifestyle Show Cowes Yacht Haven 26 October All Day

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Showcasing the best vegan food and lifestyle companies. The show is aimed at individuals who are already vegans and also those who are interested in learning more about a vegan diet and lifestyle. With a variety of stands showcasing food, clothing, body care, home and lifestyle products and a great programme of speakers during the day, talking on a wide variety of subjects. Cookery demonstrations will be also held throughout the event which will inspire you with new recipe ideas. cowesyachthaven.com Classic Beer, Buses and Walks Weekend Various locations

12-13 October All Day

The annual festival returns. Hop on and off the vintage buses, enjoy beautiful walks and of course, a nice cold pint of beer! Many of the local pubs put on there own special events and entertainment across the weekend. iwbeerandbuses.co.uk

Beaujolais Breakfast The Spyglass Inn

21 November All Day

Celebrate the arrival of the brand new Beaujolais Nouveau with a traditional full English breakfast and your very own bottle to wash it down with. There will be plenty of French themed entertainment and prizes for the best fancy-dress. thespyglass.com

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OUT NOW! Here on the Isle of Wight, you are never far away from an excellent pub and a great, refreshing pint. Our guide showcases the wide array of pubs and bars across the Island â&#x20AC;&#x201C; over 140!

Produced in association with the Isle of Wight branch of CAMRA.

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Each town and village on the map (page 115-116) has its own number. Find the one that is the closest to your location and use it to find the various places to eat in that area.

NEWPORT

Page 13 Caffé Isola 85A St James’ St Newport PO30 1LG 01983 524800 islandroasted.co.uk Page 70 ComiCoffee 59 Pyle St Newport PO30 1UL 01983 559000

Page 72 The Blacksmith’s Calbourne Rd Newport PO30 5SS 01983 529263 blacksmiths-arms.co.uk Page 75 The Breeze Island Harbour Marina Mill Ln, Binfield Newport PO30 2LA 01983 533388 island-harbour.co.uk/ thebreeze

COWES

Page 99 Churchills The Wight Military & Heritage Museum Newport Rd Cowes PO31 8QU 01983 632039 wmahm.org.uk Page 64 Sails Café 1 Shooters Hill Cowes PO31 7BE 01983 289758 facebook.com/SailsCafe Page 68 The Anchor 1-3 High St Cowes PO31 7SA 01983 292823 theanchorcowes.co.uk

Page 83 The Pier View 25 High Street Cowes PO31 7RY 01983 299891 pierviewcowes.co.uk Page 8-9 The Yachtsman Osborne Court The Parade Cowes PO31 7QS 01983 299618 theyachtsman.co.uk

EAST COWES

Page 77 The Lifeboat Inn Britannia Way East Cowes PO32 6UB 01983 292711 thelifeboatcowes.co.uk

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Page 81 The Bargeman’s Rest Little London Quay Newport PO30 5BS 01983 525828 bargemansrest.com

Page 39 The Basque Kitchen Shepards Wharf Marina Medina Rd Cowes PO31 7HT 01983 716164 thebasquekitchen.co.uk Page 50 The New Holmwood 65 Queen’s Rd Egypt Point Cowes PO31 8BW 01983 292508 newholmwoodhotel.co.uk

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WOOTTON

Page 12 Briddlesford Lodge Farm Briddlesford Rd Wootton PO33 4RY 01983 884650 (shop) 01983 882885 (cafÃ©) briddlesford.co.uk Page 41 Lakeside Park Hotel & Spa High St Wootton Bridge PO33 4LU 01983 882266 lakesideparkhotel.com Page 14 The Cedars 2 Station Rd Wootton Bridge PO33 4QU 01983 882593 cedarsisleofwight.co.uk

HAVENSTREET Page 47 Isle of Wight Steam Railway Havenstreet Ryde PO33 4DS 01983 882204 iwsteamrailway.co.uk Page 65 The White Hart Main Rd Havenstreet Ryde PO33 4DP 01983 883485 whitehartiow.co.uk

FISHBOURNE

Pages 20-21 The Fishbourne 111 Fishbourne Ln Fishbourne PO33 4EU 01983 882823 thefishbourne.co.uk

RYDE

Page 15 Artisan 24 Union Street Ryde PO33 2DT 01983 618555 artisanbars.co.uk

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Page 65 Michelangelo 30 St. Thomas St Ryde PO33 2DL 01983 811966 ristorantemichelangelo.co.uk Pages 16-17 Quarr Abbey Quarr Rd Ryde PO33 4ES 01983 898543 quarrabbey.org Page 54 Rosemary Vineyard Smallbrook Ln Ryde PO33 4BE 01983 811084 rosemaryvineyard.co.uk

Page 47 The Duck Appley Rise Ryde PO33 1LE 01983 613925 theduckiow.co.uk

SEAVIEW

Page 43 Seaview Hotel High St Seaview PO34 5EX 01983 612711 seaviewhotel.co.uk Pages 20-21 The Boathouse Springvale Rd Seaview PO34 5AW 01983 810616 theboathouseiow.co.uk

Page 14 The Mermaid Bar at The Distillery The Wishing Well Pondwell Hill, Seaview PO33 1PX 01983 613653 isleofwightdistillery.com

ST HELENS

Page 70 Ganders Upper Green Rd St Helens Ryde PO33 1UQ 01983 872014 ganders.co.uk

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BEMBRIDGE

Page 28 The Best Dressed Crab Fishermans Wharf Embankment Rd Bembridge PO35 5NS 01983 874758 thebestdressedcrabintown.co.uk

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Pages 8-9 The Crab & Lobster Inn 32 Forelands Field Rd Bembridge PO35 5TR 01983 872244 crabandlobsterinn.co.uk Pages 20-21 The Spinnaker 1 Steyne Rd Bembridge PO35 5UH 01983 872840 thespinnakeriow.co.uk Page 89 Ye Olde Village Inn 61 High St Bembridge PO35 5SF 01983 872616 yeoldevillageinn.co.uk

BRADING

Page 58 Delysia Farm Carpenters Rd Brading PO36 0QA 07830 520345 Page 51 Forum Café Brading Roman Villa Morton Old Rd Brading PO36 0EN 01983 406223 bradingromanvilla.org.uk Page 29 Oasis Carpenters Rd Brading PO36 0QA 01983 613760 oasis-iow.com

ARRETON

Page 85 The Dairyman’s Daughter Main Rd Arreton PO30 3AA 01983 539361 arretonbarns.co.uk

NEWCHURCH

Page 55 The Garlic Farm Mersley Ln Newchurch Sandown PO36 0NR 01983 865378 thegarlicfarm.co.uk Page 72 The Pointer Inn High St Newchurch Sandown PO36 0NN 01983 865202 pointernewchurch.co.uk

SANDOWN

Page 95 Driftwood 37 Culver Parade Sandown PO36 8AT 01983 404004 driftwoodbeachbar.com Page 109 Island Bistro Isle of Wight Airport Scotchells Brook Ln Sandown PO36 0JP 01983 716926 eghn.org.uk Page 84 Royal China 16 High St Sandown PO36 8DE 01983 401128 royalchinaiow.co.uk Page 12 The Beach Shack Western Esplanade Sandown PO36 8JS 01983 401392 beachshackbar.co.uk

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Page 46 The Culver Haven Inn Culver Down Rd Sandown PO36 8QT 01983 406107 culverhaven.com Page 87 The Reef The Esplanade Sandown PO36 8AE 01983 403219 thereefsandown.co.uk

Page 25 Wildheart Café Isle of Wight Zoo Yaverland Seafront Sandown PO36 8QB 01983 403883 isleofwightzoo.com

SHANKLIN

Page 49 Shanklin Chine 3 Chine Hill Shanklin PO37 6BW 01983 866432 shanklinchine.co.uk Page 84 The Falcon 50 Regent St Shanklin PO37 7AE 01983 862893

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Page 69 The Caulkheads 42 Avenue Rd Sandown PO36 8AY 01983 405080 caulkheads.pub

Page 80 The Lime Tree 26 High St Shanklin PO37 6JY 01983 868393 thelimetreeiw.co.uk Page 73 The Steamer Inn 18 Esplanade Shanklin PO37 6BS 01983 862641 thesteamer.co.uk Page 49 Fisherman’s Cottage The Esplanade Shanklin PO37 6BN 01983 863882 fishermanscottageshanklin.co.uk

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ALVERSTONE

Page 65 Isle of Wight Cheese Co. Queen Bower Dairy Alverstone Rd Sandown PO36 0NZ 01983 402736 isleofwightcheese.co.uk

VENTNOR

Page 14 The Beach Shack Love Ln Ventnor PO38 1UG 01983 857444 thebeachshack-ventnor.co.uk

Page 2 The Hambrough Hambrough Rd Ventnor PO38 1SQ 01983 856333 thehambrough.com Page 26 The IW Donkey Sanctuary Lower Winstone Farm St Johns Rd Wroxall Ventnor PO38 3AA 01983 852693 iowdonkeysanctuary.org Page 19 The Spyglass Inn Esplanade Ventnor PO38 1JX 01983 855338 thespyglass.com

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Page 45 The Winter Gardens Pier St Ventnor PO38 1SZ 01983 857757 theventnorwintergardens.com Page 71 Ventnor Botanic Garden Undercliff Drive Ventnor PO38 1UL 01983 855397 botanic.co.uk

GODSHILL

NITON

Pages 114 & 117 The Buddle Inn St Catherine’s Rd Niton PO38 2NE 01983 730243 buddleinn.co.uk

SHORWELL

Pages 114 & 117 The Crown Inn Walkers Ln Shorwell PO30 3JZ 01983 740293 thecrowninnshorwell.co.uk

ROOKLEY

Page 118 The Chequers Inn Niton Rd Rookley PO38 3NZ 01983 840314 chequersinn-iow.co.uk

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Page 82 Brownrigg’s Farm Shop & Café Newport Rd Godshill PO38 3LY 01983 840 191 brownriggfarmmeats.co.uk

Island Bistro Restaurant and Bar situated in the countryside surroundings of Isle of Wight Airport GREAT FOOD | SNACKS | TEA COFFEE | HOMEMADE CAKES SELECTION OF WINE, BEERS & SPIRI TS

BBQ specials from ourArgentinian Asado grill and smoker W W W. EGH N .O RG. U K | 01983 716926 b Sandown Airport EGHN Find us at Isle of Wight Airport, Scotchells Brook Lane, Sandown, PO36 0JP

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BRIGHSTONE

Page 84 Brighstone Village Shop Main Rd Brighstone PO30 4AH 01983 740843 brighstonevillageshop.co.uk

Page 110

Page 5 The Pearl Café Isle of Wight Pearl Military Rd Brighstone PO30 4DD 01983 740352 iowpearl.com

HULVERSTONE Pages 114 & 117 The Sun Inn Hulverstone PO30 4EH 01983 741124 sunhulverstone.co.uk

FRESHWATER BAY Page 93 Julia’s Tea Room Dimbola Museum & Galleries Terrace Ln Freshwater Bay PO40 9QE 01983 756814 dimbola.co.uk

TOTLAND & ALUM BAY

Pages 30-31 The Needles Landmark Attraction Alum Bay New Road Alum Bay PO39 0JD 01983 760900 theneedles.co.uk Page 62 The Highdown Inn Highdown Ln Totland PO39 0HY 01983 752450 highdowninn.com Page 69 The Waterfront The Beach Totland Bay PO39 0BQ 01983 756969 eatbythesea.com

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YARMOUTH

Page 80 PO41 The Old Post Office Quay St Yarmouth PO41 0PB 01983 761105 Pages 8-9 The Bugle Coaching Inn The Square Yarmouth PO41 0NS 01983 760272 thebugleinn.co.uk Page 23 The Cow Tapnell Farm Newport Rd Yarmouth PO41 0YJ 01983 758725 thecowco.com

WELLOW

Page 61 The Llama Tree West Wight Alpacas Main Road Wellow PO41 0SZ 01983 760900 thellamatree.co.uk

CALBOURNE

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Page 28 The Sun Inn Sun Hill Calbourne PO30 4JA 01983 531231 sun-calbourne.co.uk

SHALFLEET

Page 27 Calbourne Classics Three Gates Farm Main Rd Shalfleet PO30 4NA 01983 531204 calbourneclassics.co.uk

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Pooch Perfect

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The Island is a paradise for dogs (and their owners) with plenty of beautiful walks, places to explore, designated dog-friendly beaches and a whole host of places to take pooch out for a slap-up meal… The Buddle Inn, Niton, is one of the most dog-friendly pubs on the Island. Here you will find a mini-menu for your four-legged friend featuring Oscar and Pet’s Bistro food and treats. On the menu for owners, there is plenty of local produce and seasonal specials. Afterwards, you will also find a lovely walk right opposite, down to St Catherine’s Lighthouse and Castlehaven. characterinns.co.uk

The Buddle Inn, Niton where the whole family including the pooch are welcome.

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The Sun Inn, Calbourne, goes above and beyond to make your four-legged friends feel at home.

sun-calbourne.co.uk

Take your dog to meet The Cow at Tapnell Farm. Dogs are welcomed in the restaurant with treats and water bowls, as well as blankets and cushions to keep them comfy. Whilst they are being looked after, you can tuck into some delicious dishes including steaks, burgers and some classic restaurant favourites.

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After a spot of sightseeing along Winkle Street, The Sun Inn, Calbourne, is the perfect pit stop for tired legs. Dogs are warmly greeted by the landlord and resident pub-dog, with a dogfriendly menu and blankets for cold or wet doggies. You can relax with a bite to eat and a glass of something nice.

thecowco.com

For a dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dinner with a difference, Off The Rails in Yarmouth is the place to go. Walk the old railway line before settling down in the converted station building with a bite for you and one for the dog too. Puddings are not limited to just human customers either, thanks to the range of Billy + Margot dog ice creams on offer. offtherailsyarmouth.co.uk

Dogs are welcome at the popular Seaview Hotel situated in this pretty seaside village. Although not allowed in the main restaurant, they are welcome in both The Pump Bar and The Naval Mess. When the sun is shining, take your tea outside to the terrace and look out towards Seagrove beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; where dogs are allowed all year round. So with so many dog-friendly places to choose from, bring the dog along too.

seaviewhotel.co.uk

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e Buddle Inn, Crown Inn and Sun Inn date back to the 16th century. With flagstone floors, low beamed ceilings, stunning fireplaces and beautiful gardens.

1st PLACE WINNERS ‘BEST PUBS’ 2014/15/16/17 Isle of Wight Beer & Buses

Each chef lovingly creates their own menus utilising the best produce the Island has to oﬀer. Our menus change quarterly to tie in with the seasons and each menu diﬀers at each pub. Table service has been introduced this year to ensure you have a relaxing time with us, whichever venue you choose. Be sure to visit three of the Island’s most famous Country Inns.

St. Catherine’s Road Niton Isle of Wight PO38 2NE

Tel: 01983 730243

You can be sure of an EXCELLENT PINT! All Island Country Inns are Cask Marque Accredited!

Hulverstone (Near Brook) Isle of Wight PO30 4EH

Tel: 01983 741124

Walkers Lane Shorwell Isle of Wight PO30 3JZ

Tel: 01983 740293

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6 WOOTTON

NEWPORT

SEAVIEW

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The perfect place to eat, drink and sleep

The Chequers Inn is a traditional family owned pub situated in Rookley, amidst beautiful countryside. We strive to deliver fantastic, fresh and tasty food, proudly using some of the very best Island produce. Children can enjoy an extensive outdoor play area and even a games room. Enjoy a more relaxed experience in our lounge bar, then retire to one of our beautifully refurbished bedrooms Our breakfast menu is served Monday-Saturday from 10am-12noon. We serve our Sunday carvery from 12-9pm, and our breakfast carvery is available from 9-11am. Food service times Monday-Friday 12-2:30pm and 5:30-9pm and Saturday 12noon-9pm.

Call 01983 840314 to book a table or enquire about our bedrooms, or you can visit chequersinn-iow.co.uk Niton Road, Rookley, Isle of Wight, PO38 3NZ /The-Chequers-Inn @thechequersinniow Chequers Inn TOTW 1 2019 BC V5.indd 1

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