Isle of Wight News
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One of the Isle of Wight’s best-established destinations for food lovers across the Island is beginning a fresh culinary chapter. The Royal Hotel in Ventnor welcomes new Head Chef Tom Axford to lead its restaurant and wider dining experience. Tom is already a familiar name to many Island diners, with a career spanning some of...
For the first time, 10 of the best-known Isle of Wight food and drink producers have joined forces to launch a new initiative, the Island Foodie Collective, aimed at encouraging residents and visitors to explore the Island’s thriving culinary scene. The newly formed Island Foodie Collective brings together independent businesses that not only produce their...
Discover Food & Drink During the Isle of Wight Festival 2026 Food and drink are a huge part of the Isle of Wight Festival experience, and the 2026 festival promises an incredible selection of flavours from around the world. Whether you’re craving street food, traditional festival favourites, artisan coffee, or a refreshing pint, you’ll find...
Ashley Randle, head chef at The Cockle at Island Harbour, has reached the semi-finals of the 2026 National Chef of the Year competition – one of the most prestigious culinary competitions in the UK. Run by the Craft Guild of Chefs, the 2026 National Chef of the Year competition attracts entries from chefs across the...
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat your special someone to a memorable dining experience, and the Isle of Wight has no shortage of romantic restaurants that locals and visitors rate on TripAdvisor. From stylish Mediterranean kitchens to cosy bistros by the sea, here’s our curated list of the top romantic restaurants on the...
Burns Night 2026 is the perfect excuse to don your tartan, enjoy a warming dram of whisky, and celebrate one of Scotland’s greatest cultural icons – Robert Burns. Whether you’re heading out for a lively Burns Supper on the Isle of Wight or planning a cosy celebration at home, the Island has plenty of ways...
Isle of Wight Pearl is delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Wyatt as its new Head Chef at the iconic, and recently revamped, Pearl Café. Mark’s arrival marks a clear new direction for the café, championing fine-dining quality food designed to be enjoyed every day, overlooking what are widely regarded as some of the...
January may be known for fresh starts and slower living, but it’s also the perfect time to celebrate one of Britain’s favourite spirits. Ginuary is a chance to savour quality over quantity, explore new flavours and support local producers, and there’s no better place to do it than the Isle of Wight. Home to award-winning...
The 12 Days of Christmas, also fondly known as Twixmas on the Isle of Wight, traditionally start on the 25th December and last until the 5th January, and are earmarked for spending time with family. It’s a time to have fun and enjoy the festivities; however, most of the time, we find ourselves struggling to...