Crab Sandwiches

My crab sandwich was a little ray of sunshine on a rainy day in Bembridge. It left me ready for round two. I went to the local fishmongers, The Best Dressed Crab Ltd, a modest bunch, who supply crab and lobster to all the local businesses. Hats off to them. I bought a pot of crab, quick stir to mix the brown and white meat into a glorious crab paste, smother a warm baguette or some soft, sliced bread in the mixture, NO need to season as it's so delicious all on its own, a drizzle of lemon juice and Ta-dah. 

The Isle of Wight

Ah, the seaside. There are times when I want to throw it all in, pack my bags and live the humble life of a fisher-women on a house boat. This is a genuine, naive dream I've had for many years. Fresh air for breakfast and fresh fish for dinner. Wouldn't it be nice? This weekend, I was in the Isle of Wight with my family who have a house in Bembridge. We went for lunch at The Beach Hut a fabulous little spot which overlooks Forelands beach and Culver Downs. Started by Emma and Jon Guy in 2012, it has built itself a great reputation amongst locals and foodies alike serving delicious seafood with a Mediterranean twist. What's great about it is that stumbling down the steps and coming across a cafe in such an idyllic location you think even if you get a paper plate with  a cheese toastie you know you've lucked out, location alone. However, Emma Guy, winner of the 2011 Isle of Wight, Masterchef dishes out culinary delights, all simple and relying heavily on good quality, fresh fish. I had a classic crab sandwich and it was delicious. Juicy crab  meat squished between two slices of soft, seedy granary bread. A squeeze of lemon and simple green salad with balsamic glaze and that was it. The beach Hut classic. It was delicious but it was also £8.95.