The Restaurant at The Seaview Hotel has been awarded a prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand for the third consecutive year.
The Bib Gourmand, created by Michelin in 1997 in recognition of affordable and creative dining, is regarded as to be as noteworthy as the coveted Stars. It highlights establishments offering good food at affordable prices.
There are now only 145 venues in the UK in receipt of a Bib and The Restaurant is the only Isle of Wight venue to be recognised with a Michelin award in 2018.
Liam Howes was made Head Chef this year and at 24 he is currently one of the youngest chefs to have a Michelin award. He’s said:
“I am incredibly happy that we have retained our Bib for the third year.
“We are lucky to work with fantastic suppliers on the Island and the quality of ingredients from cheese, to seafood, to heritage vegetables is quite simply exceptional. Outstanding ingredients, and a talented team, now that’s the winning combination!”
Martin Gardener, the owner of the Seaview Hotel has added:
“I used to experiment with flavours when I was a nipper and now I do it for a living. If you have a good palette and a sense of adventure you can create interesting and memorable pairings,’ says Liam.
Article continues below this advertisement “I knew Liam was an exceptional chef but it’s a big deal being a head chef at only 24. Getting the Bib for the third year shows just how determined and talented Liam and his team are”.
There are several other Island venues reviewed in the 2018 Michelin Guide including The Taverners in Godshill, Thompsons in Newport, The Royal Hotel in Ventnor, Dan’s Kitchen in St Helens and the Little Gloster at Gurnard.
The Restaurant at the Seaview Hotel is open Monday-Saturday throughout the winter.
