Some dates for the diaries for all you Isle of Man food lovers out there.

Isle of Man Queenie Festival 1 July 2010 – 5 July 2010

The islands first food festival and now in its third year, The Isle of Man Queenie Festival is an annual event held to celebrate one of the Island’s favourite local seafoods , the Queen Scallop, more commonly known on the Isle of Man as the Queenie. Lots of family fun and entertainment, cooking demos, barbecues, recipe competitions and Marine fun.

Southern District Agricultural Show 31 July 2010 – 1 August 2010

An Agricultural Show held at the Great Meadow, Castletown. Lots of livestock, local producers, cookery, stalls, Young Farmers and a great day out for all the family.

Royal Manx Agricultural Show 13 August 2010 – 14 August 2010

The Isle of Man’s showcase farming and producer show.Dog show , Horse show, motor bike display , Craft stalls , Falconry Displays . Lots of livestock, local producers, cookery, stalls, Young Farmers and a great day out for all the family.

Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival Dates to be confirmed

The Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival is a celebration of the very best of Manx produce. The festival normally takes place in September at the Villa Marina gardens. Check out the 2009 Isle of Man Food Festival here.

If and when I find out more I will post them up here.

The Isle of Man’s first ever food festival (which isn’t exactly the correct, dont forget the Isle of Man Queenie Festival) was held at the end of September at the Villa Marina Gardens. The Isle of Man Food Festival is a showcase of all that is good about the produce from the Isle of Man and featured over 40 different producers.

The weather was fantastic and well over 800 people attended the event. Some of the many many many highlights included Si King and Dave Myers aka The Hairy Bikers in addition to the I love Manx Chef competition finals, fantastic demonstrations from many local chefs and the Great Manx Bake-off cake baking competition.

I must say the sights and smells were fantastic and a big pat on the back should go to the Department of Tourism and Leisure for organising such a great event. Lets hope it goes from strength to strength.