Food lovers from all over the Island regularly flock to Paddy's Market in Port St Mary for its great variety of delicious, quality produce.

Now, the team behind Paddy's is planning two special Christmas markets, so you can fill your basket with seasonal eats, pick up great new food ideas and support local business as you go.

Paddy's Christmas Markets will take place on Saturday 19th December from 10am to 2pm, and on Tuesday 22nd December from 5pm to 9pm.

There'll be stalls laden with a huge variety of fare and as you wander around, you'll be able to savour the smells, tastes and sounds of the season.

On the fruit and vegetable stall, there'll be a selection of home-grown and specially imported produce, including familiar favourites and more exotic alternatives.  From crisp salad leaves and wild rocket to brussels sprouts, cauliflower and carrots, domestic gods and goddesses will find all the perfect partners for their Christmas roast.

Paddy’s will also be welcoming Radcliffe’s butchers of Castletown.  Butcher Tony Crook will be selling their range of award-winning sausages, dry cured bacon and other succulent meats, as well as the usual Christmas trimmings.

At the heart of Paddy's Market the famous fresh fish and seafood, sourced from local and British waters.  The smoked salmon, seafood platters and dressed lobster prepared by Pad, Ian, Dave and Terry were all a big hit last year, so seafood fans are advised to place their orders early this time (pre-order forms are now available).

Moving further afield, there will also be a superb selection of cheese and charcuterie from around the world and the friendly, helpful team will be more than happy to put together a cheese board or suggest the ideal anti pasti for your meal.

The main emphasis at Paddy's remains on showcasing the best of Manx produce and to this end, they will have organic herbs and preserves from Staarvey Farm, fresh bread and other baked goodies from Liz at The Good Loaf, and hand-made confectionary from Karl at Cocoa Red.  
 
It's also a time for enjoying traditional treats, so Chef Ian will be busy preparing homemade gravy, brandy butter, rum sauce, chestnut stuffing, mince pies and Christmas puds to weigh down your dining table.

Following the tradition of German yuletide markets, there will be piping hot soup, hog roast and bratwursts to tempt shoppers and, to make sure you're warmed through and through, Martin from Bushy's will be serving up gluhwein as well as selling his excellent bottled beer.

So, be sure to head down to Paddy's Market on the Quay (in front of the Yacht Club) in Port St Mary on 19th and 22nd December and share in the festive spirit.

If you would like a Christmas order form or to join us and set up a stall, contact Tim on 834494.

Season's Greetings from Paddy's Market - Nollick Ghennal!