Local produce

Food lovers will be delighted by the Isle of Wight's commitment to sustainable and locally sourced produce. 

Experience the Island's vibrant food scene, where fresh seafood, organic vegetables, and artisanal products take centre stage. 

From quaint cafes to award-winning restaurants such as The Garlic Farm or Briddlesford Farm, indulge in delectable dishes that celebrate the Island's natural bounties. 

There is a wide selection of eateries for vegans, vegetarians, and planet-conscious flexitarians on the Island.  Choose from Peach Vegan Kitchen in Newport, or The Bay Vegan Deli and Coffee House in Sandown.

Others that are not exclusively vegan but keen to promote vegan choices include The Anchor in Cowes, Edulis Restaurant in Ventnor Botanic Gardens and The Sun Inn, Calbourne.

By supporting local farmers and producers at shops such as Harvey Browns, you contribute to the sustainability of the Island's vibrant culinary heritage.

When visiting the Isle of Wight be sure to purchase delicious, handpicked tomatoes from Arreton, freshly picked garlic from Newchurch, newly churned cheeses from Briddlesford, locally caught Grey Mullet from Bembridge, or the delicious Isle of Wight honey.

As well as supporting local produce, small changes such as using a refillable water bottle while you’re away helps reduce plastic waste. Many businesses across the Island offer water refill stations. For plastic-free refills from pasta to beauty products, Her Whey in Ryde, an independent zero-waste shop offering, will have everything you need.

And when you fancy an ice cream, local ice cream van, Plaza Ices, have introduced edible ice cream tubs to cut waste, as well as compostable spoons and eco napkins.

Buy souvenirs made by local artisans

Buy locally made gifts to take home as souvenirs to reduce the carbon footprint of imported items and sustain the local economy.

Mermaid Gin, hand-crafted on the Isle of Wight using ten ethically sourced botanicals, is a great choice. Mermaid Gin and Vodka were granted Net Zero by sustainability firm Good Business and awarded the Plastic-Free standard by A Plastic Planet. Crafted from recyclable glass, their bottle features a sustainably sourced natural cork stopper and compostable tamper-proof seal.

Slab Artisan Fudge in Cowes produces delicious handmade fudge packed in completely biodegradable and compostable packaging and My Funky Bags sells bags and towels made from recycled water bottles.

Wyatt & Jacks create bags and accessories from salvaged bouncy castles, excess deckchair fabric and old inflatables and Wight Apothecary create beautiful hand-made aromatherapy candles.

You’re sure to be spoilt for choice at Arreton Barns which showcases some of the best arts & crafts produced by local artisans.

• Discover Isle of Wight local produce here
• Download the free Refill app to view refill stations on the Island