Mem’s Asian Cuisine, Newport
9th December 2009 1
Having fortified themselves with the most delicate and sumptuous Robert Thompson canapés, plus the ever-scrummy Isle of Wight cheese and Garlic Farm tasties at the WightLife photography competition exhibition, Matt and Cat stumbled out into the dark streets of Newport. Did the grazing satisfy or could the duo go... Read more
ARCHIVE: Missy J Café, Ryde
Uncategorised 27th November 2009 9
This is an archive review. Missy J cafe is now closed. On a rare week day away from the coal face, Matt and Cat decided to have a nose around Ryde. Having wasted the morning mooching about on the intertubes and browsing the Isle of Wight County Press, they... Read more
Archive review: Chiaro, Ventnor
Uncategorised 22nd November 2009
This is an archive review. Chiaro is now closed. Ryde dwellers Matt and Cat are spoilt for places to eat in their home town. Tapas, Asian, Italian and even traditional English food are all readily available and it would seem that the gateway to the Island could easily be... Read more
Isle of Wight Dish: Wight Fish Pie
18th November 2009 0
Every region has its USP (Unique Selling Point). Hull can proudly boast the smallest window in England, Banffshire was put on the the map with the unveiling of the world’s largest bottle of whisky, and Rutland claims to be England’s smallest county – although this matter is subject to... Read more
Village Inn, Shanklin
14th November 2009 11
On a day like today, when winds of up to 100mph have been recorded at The Needles, it’s nice to be indoors, snuggled in front of the PC. Although a little late, the autumn weather is upon us; chilly evenings and squally days. Hardy mainland urbanites probably don’t notice... Read more
King Lud, Ryde Esplanade
21st October 2009 3
Lud, known also as Lludd map Beli Mawr, was a legendary king of Britain some time ago – in fact, so long ago that it’s unclear if he ever even existed. It’s sometimes claimed that London is named after him, and more often that part of London called Ludgate... Read more
Crown Hotel, Ryde
4th October 2009 6
As summer 2009 fades, memories of the carnival, Twestival and Bestival gradually disperse like the seeds of a dandelion clock. Fortunately for the organised Matt and Cat their impression of a Bank Holiday breakfast at the Crown Hotel, Ryde will not dissipate so easily as it can be recalled... Read more
Dell Café, Puckpool
23rd September 2009 13
Last Sunday Matt had his mainlander parents to entertain; plus young Bill and the ever-present Cat twining around his legs. There were too many of them to squeeze into the car and drive to Fields for Sunday lunch so they decided to stroll along Ryde prom and see which... Read more
Red Duster, Cowes
Uncategorised 17th September 2009 10
Now that Twestival is over, Matt and Cat have been winched back onto the review horse and are galloping into a town near you. One of Matt and Cat’s favourites Saddling up one weekday evening they rode into Cowes and wandered around its streets looking for a place to... Read more
Bestival food 2009
12th September 2009 3
Special daily report by our roving festival reporter, Wendy. Older updates are at the bottom of the page. What a mighty relief it is to see the sun shining on Bestival 2009 at Robin Hill. Last year’s quagmire when most meals were scoffed huddling under awnings seems worlds away.... Read more
