Chef Robert Thompson


Chef Robert Thompson shares his passion for food at two award winning restaurants on the Isle the Wight. “My passion for cooking is influenced by the vast amount local produce on offer, whether it is smoked garlic from The Garlic Farm, soft cheese from The Isle of Wight Cheese Company or fresh ripe tomatoes from The Tomato Stall, good food is never far away.”

Experience Robert Thompson’s tasting menu at his One Star Michelin restaurant The Hambrough or try The Pond Café’s relaxed Mediterranean menu in Bonchurch both stocking the Islands finest produce.

Turn your gourmet experience into a short break just 2 hours from London. Stay in our five-star accommodation on the Isle of Wight. The Hambrough Hotel offers seven boutique rooms overlooking the sea or spend your break with friends and family at our self–catering Isle of Wight accommodation Villa Lavinia.

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Technology in the Kitchen

In an article from The Sun back in 2011 Robert talks about technology in the kitchen and how it changes the way we cook: The iPad is perfect for the kitchen – small and compact but still able to display fantastic photos and recipes. The amount of information available means you can literally find out [...]

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