Category: Hidden Gems
February 14, 2012
The Forresters Bistro in Yarmouth is a bit of a hidden gem.
It is a wonderfully converted open church like restaurant with mezzanine floor offering a fanastic dining experience in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
With main dishes such as locally produced pheasant sausages with caramelised onion jus and salmon and king prawn chowder with crispy bacon lardons, to desserts of sticky toffee sponge, creme anglaise & Baileys and Dark Chocolate Cheesecake this bistro has received nothing but rave reviews, since it opened.
A classical guitarist serenades you every other Friday evening.
The Forresters - 01983 761635
It is a wonderfully converted open church like restaurant with mezzanine floor offering a fanastic dining experience in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
With main dishes such as locally produced pheasant sausages with caramelised onion jus and salmon and king prawn chowder with crispy bacon lardons, to desserts of sticky toffee sponge, creme anglaise & Baileys and Dark Chocolate Cheesecake this bistro has received nothing but rave reviews, since it opened.
A classical guitarist serenades you every other Friday evening.
The Forresters - 01983 761635
Dining Out, Hidden Gems
December 15, 2011
Over 750 feet above sea level on St Catherine's Down above Chale, is the 35ft tall octagonal tower St Catherine's Oratory, locally known as the Pepper Pot. This medieval light-house was built in 1312 and is believed to be one of oldest in Britain.
The Oratory was named after St Catherine of Alexandria who lived here from about 287 to 305 AD. Further along St Catherine's Down is the Hoy Monument, built by Michael Hoy in 1814 to commemorate the visit of the Tsar of Russia to Great Britain.
There is a second light-house on the coast at St Catherine's Point built in 1836 and later another one that it is still in use.
Because it is so far above sea level and built on a mound in the middle of the downs, this National Trust area around the Pepperpot is a bird watchers paradise as the birds are all at eye level.
After a bracing walk on the downs, refresh and refuel with a lovely meal at the Wight Mouse Inn in Chale. They have an extensive quality menu and huge dining area. This family friendly pub restaurant has a very large garden out the back and plenty of parking.
Hidden Gems, Things to do, Outdoor Life
November 4, 2011
Steephill Cove is a traditional, unspoilt fishing cove with a sandy beach, nestled between rocky cliffs and smugglers' coves. And it has a great reputation for the freshest crab and lobster.
Enjoy traditional pleasures, from rock- pooling, watching children building sandcastles, the fishermen unloading their catch, to feeding the donkey or simply relaxing in the sun.
Possibly the prettiest place on the Island, it is situated by the Victorian seaside town of Ventnor. The bay has no road access, so it is noise and pollution free beach.
Hidden Gems, We Love!
October 17, 2011
The Bonchurch Inn is a hidden treasure tucked away in Bonchurch, a beautiful historic village near Ventnor.
It was originally the Tap to the Bonchurch Family Hotel and the history dates back to 1840. The inn remains unchanged and unspoilt with its Dickensian courtyard and beer served from the barrel.
The Besozzi family have run the place since 1984 and serve lovely authentic Italian food and quality home cooked English fayre. You are always met with a friendly welcome and service with a smile.
You will feel like you are stepping back in time. I would recommend booking if you are visiting at the weekend.
The Bonchurch Inn, Bonchurch - 01983 852611
It was originally the Tap to the Bonchurch Family Hotel and the history dates back to 1840. The inn remains unchanged and unspoilt with its Dickensian courtyard and beer served from the barrel. The Besozzi family have run the place since 1984 and serve lovely authentic Italian food and quality home cooked English fayre. You are always met with a friendly welcome and service with a smile.
You will feel like you are stepping back in time. I would recommend booking if you are visiting at the weekend.
The Bonchurch Inn, Bonchurch - 01983 852611
Dining Out, Hidden Gems