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Manx businesses celebrate success at Great Taste Awards 2026

Sue Fitzgerald — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:24:01 +0000

A total of 22 food and drink products from the Isle of Man have received Great Taste accreditation in the internationally recognised awards, organised by the Guild of Fine Food. Business Isle of Man and the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) have congratulated all the Isle of Man producers recognised this year. The […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 6 August 2026 at 11:24 GMT.

Channel Islands products recognised in Great Taste awards

Sue Fitzgerald — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:30:57 +0000

Nine food and drink products from Jersey and Guernsey have received recognition in the 2026 Great Taste awards. Products from the islands received six one-star awards and three two-star awards. Among those recognised were Honey Fudge from Jersey Fudge Pot, Pure Jersey Cloudy Sparkling Apple Juice from Field Farm and Vintage Vodka from Royal Mash. […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 30 July 2026 at 08:30 GMT.

Guernsey hosts Champagne society’s gala intronisation for the first time

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:00:10 +0000

Guernsey has hosted the Gala Dinner and intronisation ceremony of the international Champagne society, L’ordre des Coteaux de Champagne, for the first time. Held at La Fregate Hotel on Saturday 4th July, the event welcomed members and guests from across the region, together with Antoine Roland-Billecart of the Champagne House Billecart-Salmon. The gala, which has […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 10 July 2026 at 09:00 GMT.

Zambia delegation visits Jersey to mark Dairy Development Partnership

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:53:24 +0000

The Royal Jersey Agricultural & Horticultural Society welcomed representatives from the High Commission of the Republic of Zambia to its 2026 Summer Show, highlighting a long-standing partnership focused on dairy development and rural livelihoods. Her Excellency Ms Macenje F. Mazoka, High Commissioner of the Republic of Zambia to the UK, and Mr Kasalika Mwansa Mulenga, […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 22 June 2026 at 10:53 GMT.

Petit Port Café returns with a fresh new menu and Caribbean-inspired flavours

Sponsored Content — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:03:43 +0000

There are only a handful of places that capture the true spirit of a Jersey summer, one of which is St Brelade’s Bay Hotel, Health Club & Spa, which is bringing back one of the island’s most sought after al fresco dining spots for summer 2026. Situated on golden sands, with views of Jersey’s crystal-clear […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 17 June 2026 at 04:03 GMT.

New Head Chef compares Alderney to Caribbean islands

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:20:56 +0000

When Wendell Jacob compares a sunny day on Alderney to the Caribbean islands, he knows what he’s talking about – he hails from Barbados. The new Head Chef at The Connaught came to the island when a friend living in Jersey suggested the Channel Islands as a good place to work as a chef. Wendell […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 15 June 2026 at 08:20 GMT.

The Atlantic Hotel celebrates Sous Chef’s success in National Chef of the Year Competition

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:10:23 +0000

The Atlantic Hotel’s Sous Chef Jack Edgar has reached the semi-finals of National Chef of the Year 2026, organised by the Craft Guild of Chefs. Jack’s success marks a significant milestone in his career. The achievement comes at an especially exciting time for him, having recently been promoted to Sous Chef at The Atlantic Hotel’s Ocean […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 12 June 2026 at 08:10 GMT.

Summer wellness and music events return to Jersey Waterfront

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:30:09 +0000

Jersey Development Company is bringing back its programme of free summer events to the St Helier Waterfront for a third year. The programme, which runs throughout the summer, will include outdoor wellness sessions, lunchtime reading events and the return of the Hola Friday! music evenings at the IFC. This year’s schedule includes weekly yoga and, […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 1 June 2026 at 08:30 GMT.

Jersey bartender wins UK cocktail competition and secures place in global final

Sue Fitzgerald — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:50:49 +0000

Damian Murgatroyd, Bar Manager of The Blind Pig Speakeasy in Jersey, has been selected UK winner of the Graham’s Blend Series Cocktail Competition, held at two Michelin-starred restaurant, Da Terra. He will join winners from ten other countries to compete in the Global Final in Porto on 12th May. Judges Sandrae Lawrence, Douglas Blyde and […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 7 April 2026 at 03:50 GMT.

Guernsey Dairy sees long-term shift towards full cream milk

Sue Fitzgerald — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:20:56 +0000

Guernsey Dairy is experiencing a sustained surge in demand for full cream (red carton) milk, mirroring UK media discussions on the resurgence of this natural product. Andrew Tabel, Operations Director at Guernsey Dairy, said recent discussion in the UK media about the return in popularity of full cream milk reflects the trend locally. He explained: […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 25 March 2026 at 09:20 GMT.