Regional food
Isle of Man
Golden as the setting sun, succulent smokiness – Manx kippers have been tempting tastebuds since 1770 – the Desmond family shows you how they're made at their museum in the long red herring house at Peel. There are Queenies there too, little local scallops served in delicious creamy sauces at pubs and restaurants around the island. The Manx Loagthan with its mighty horns and beautiful tawny fleece is a living reminder of prehistoric sheep, its dark, almost gamey meat is a true speciality, buy it from 'Shoprite' in Douglas or look for it on menus. For sweet treats enjoy Davisons delicious creamy ice cream and their tempting chocolates. Tearooms serve piping hot tea and Bonnags - crumbly, scone-like cakes. At lively town pubs and quiet country inns fresh fish is cooked with care, and there's an abundance of fresh local vegetables from local growers. The rugged beauty of the island will tempt you to explore, and there's a multitude of small farms offering produce to the passer-by. Visit Tynwald Mills Craft Centre to see weavers and potters and find Irish gourmet fare – a tasty reminder of the island's position. Drink a fitting toast to the Manx culinary arts with a glass of ale from Okell's, the Manx Brewery, or try the truly remarkable Manx, the intensely flavoured redistilled malt whisky.
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