Hospitality businesses and local producers interested in taking part in Manx Menu are invited to drop in to ask any questions and to sign up.
The Manx Menu is a new initiative launched to celebrate the diverse and innovative ecosystem of Manx chefs, mixologists, waiting-on staff, producers, growers and suppliers who provide the island with quality produce and service year-round.
Organised by Business Isle of Man and Visit Isle of Man, this month-long celebration aims to showcase the very best of the Isle of Man’s food and drink products. The initiative will invite hospitality businesses to create dishes and drinks primarily with locally produced ingredients across a range of categories, and encouraging the public to try these special menu items and vote for their favourites.
There will be categories for the favourite starter, main, dessert, and speciality drink, along with the overall Manx Menu award and a special Manx Menu customer service award, recognising the contribution of front of house staff. A panel of expert judges will support the voting process, reviewing key factors including the variety of Manx ingredients used, level of innovation and sustainability.
The final category will be the Manx Menu product of the year, which will ask the public to vote for the most innovative product or ingredient that has made the biggest impact on the island’s food and drink scene over the past year.
The contest will run from Monday 5th February 2024 to Friday 1st March 2024 with plenty of opportunity for the Manx public to visit their favourite restaurants, pubs, bars and cafés to try and then vote for the winning entries. For winning businesses, there are also prizes available for each category in the form of marketing and promotional support.
Monday 22nd January is the last day for businesses to sign up, so please take the opportunity to drop in to the Work Café to speak to Katy from Business Isle of Man who can register your application in person and answer any queries you may have.