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NICHE & SIMPLE There’s something fishy going on in the Isle of Man! The Mowat family has just opened a whole new kettle of fish, The Boatyard in Peel. a new addition to their portfolio of destination Island restaurants.
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o strangers to hospitality, the family have previously owned and run restaurants and a hotel in the UK. Visiting the Isle of Man in 2006, Joan and Graham Mowat quickly fell in love with the Island and couldn’t resist the urge to start a new project.
a set of new challenges, not least its position on the TT circuit and in a national glen. After substantial investment in the building, the family wanted to give the restaurant a unique feature, ensuring that the Swiss House was established as a destination restaurant.
Within a matter or weeks, they grasped the reigns at Tanroagan Restaurant. Building on its established reputation amongst seafood lovers, Tanroagan has gone from strengthto-strength, keeping true to its origins as IoM seafood specialists.
The Spanish Josper charcoal oven - the only one on the Island - takes centre stage in the open plan kitchen. The chef can be seen cooking fresh steaks, meats and fish over the flaming hot charcoals, creating palatable, distinctive taste.
The Mowat family business - Tartan Group Limited - is quick to put the success of Tanroagan down to its philosophy: Keeping things both niche and simple.
Diners visiting the Swiss House encounter a completely new interior design, created by commercial and residential designer, Rumana Swinton.
After six successful years on Ridgeway Street, Douglas, and being joined by daughter Laura and their son, Robin, the family set about looking for a new premises for Tanroagan, having all but outgrown its relatively small, popular dining room.
Open six days a week (and for Sunday lunch), the Swiss House has become a much-loved venue for families, foodies and people seeking a relaxed and memorable meal in a charming location.
The lengthy search resulted in Tanroagan remaining in its current location. Instead, the family opened an additional restaurant, Swiss House, Glen Helen, in 2012. The Swiss House arrived on the books with
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In 2013, only a year later, the Mowat family has done it again. The Boatyard Restaurant in Peel has become their third restaurant. Built on the heritage of Tanroagan, the Boatyard innovatively assembles fresh locally sourced seafood and produce, again,
niche and simple. The location could not be better. The restaurant is situated on East Quay with tables overlooking Peel’s beautiful marina, resident fishing boats and the historically rich Peel Castle. Following a complete makeover and interior design - led by favourite designer, Rumana - the Mowat family are proud and excited to be in Peel.
What’s next? Surely, there won’t be another restaurant for a few years… Never say never!
RUMANA SWINTON
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL DESIGN www.rumana.co.uk
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